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Photographing a Tidy Interior Design Project with Jack Lovel

Photographing a Tidy Interior Design Project with Jack Lovel

by Lexi Taciak
Here on Architectural Photography Almanac, we tend to focus on — well — architecture. Not to be overlooked though, is photography with an emphasis on the design of a space. This Project of the Week by Melbourne based Jack Lovel is great study on clean edits, simplicity, and the “less is more” aspect that shines when working with interior designers.
Has the Fujifilm GFX Redefined Medium Format?

Has the Fujifilm GFX Redefined Medium Format?

by Usman Dawood
Fujifilm is currently my favorite camera company within the photography industry. I find that they’re one of the very few companies that properly pushing the boundaries and delivering feature-filled cameras at very reasonable prices. The Fujifilm X-T3, for example, is incredible value for money.
Dear Appy: Nightmare Clients, Taking Control, and Simple Billing

Dear Appy: Nightmare Clients, Taking Control, and Simple Billing

by Mike Kelley
MW asks: Have you ever had a client that micromanages to the point where they say “take the photo from exactly right here and make sure you get everything I took in this iPhone picture for reference”? If so, how have you dealt with working in that situation?
When Your Lenses Just Aren’t Long Enough, it’s Time For an Extender

When Your Lenses Just Aren’t Long Enough, it’s Time For an Extender

by György Palkó
There are many situations where the 24mm TS (Nikon or Canon) — our standard lens for architectural photography — isn’t quite long enough. Maybe you want to make a detailed vignette. Maybe you’d like to hide the side of a building which doesn’t look so great.
Aaron Leitz Photographs A Reformed New Zealand Cattle Farm

Aaron Leitz Photographs A Reformed New Zealand Cattle Farm

by Lexi Taciak
Ahh New Zealand; the magical land where perfect scenery and perfect architecture collide. This week’s shining example is a residential home by Cheshire Architects, with interior design by Terry Hunziker, photographed by Seattle based Aaron Leitz.Aaron’s
The 60mp Sensor in the Sony a7R IV Is Still Not Enough for Architecture

The 60mp Sensor in the Sony a7R IV Is Still Not Enough for Architecture

by Usman Dawood
I can appreciate that many of you may assume I’m simply trying to trigger photographers with this article and its “clickbait” title. That is honestly not my intention because I firmly believe in what I’m about to discuss and I’m going to explain why I think what I do.
Andy Macpherson On Photographing Australia’s Trendsetting Design Scene

Andy Macpherson On Photographing Australia’s Trendsetting Design Scene

by Veeral Patel
I have been following Andy Macpherson‘s work on Instagram for a couple of years and have been fascinated with the amazing homes he has been photographing from Byron Bay to Queensland. Being located in regional New South Wales, Australia, near the border of NSW and Queensland, Andy has carved a name for himself in a relatively short span of time while photographing for some prolific Australian architectural firms.
One Of The Fastest Ways To Become a Better Photographer

One Of The Fastest Ways To Become a Better Photographer

by Mike Kelley
Sorry, I'm clickbaiting you here. There are a few oft-repeated phrases that will help you to "become a better photographer." These platitudes include things such as placing yourself in more interesting situations, concerning yourself (a true master, of course) with the qualities of light rather than gear, slowing down to make better photographs, speeding up to make better photographs, and on and on. I'm here to tell you that the single most important thing is...
Rendered Images Disqualify Project From Final Stage of Dezeen Awards

Rendered Images Disqualify Project From Final Stage of Dezeen Awards

by Mike Kelley
In the ongoing discussion of renders vs. reality, a very keen-eyed Dezeen viewer noticed that a shortlisted project for the 2019 Dezeen Awards was actually a render, not a photo. As renders improve more and more every day, is this something that will begin to permeate architecture awards and photography contests?The
What’s Your Excuse for Not Mastering the Pen Tool?

What’s Your Excuse for Not Mastering the Pen Tool?

by Mike Kelley
It’s 2019, y’all. There is no excuse for not knowing how to use the pen tool in Photoshop. It’s an absolutely essential part of any retouching workflow for architecture photographers and I still know lots of people who struggle with it, even though it’s as easy as pie.
Photographing A Hungarian Countryside Home, Part 3: The Kitchen Shot

Photographing A Hungarian Countryside Home, Part 3: The Kitchen Shot

by György Palkó
We have arrived at my third and final image in this series, and this time, we’re photographing an interior. In the first two articles, I showed how I create twilight and daylight exterior images. To create this image, I used just a handful of techniques, such as blending different exposures, cloning, cropping and making some color adjustments.
Photographer Tom Ferguson Architects His Own Career in Australia and Abroad

Photographer Tom Ferguson Architects His Own Career in Australia and Abroad

by Veeral Patel
Sydney-based Tom Ferguson ran his own architecture practice for over ten years before deciding to take a leap and switch careers from architect to photographer. With a diverse portfolio that includes top projects from around the world, Tom is truly someone who has crafted a career perfectly suited to his personality and lifestyle.
Observing Architecture and Environment With James Florio

Observing Architecture and Environment With James Florio

by Lexi Taciak
After captivating our staff and readers, Project of the Week veteran James Florio is back on APALMANAC this week for a full-length interview. The Colorado architectural photographer – who formerly resided in Chile – is truly a voyager of the trade.
How To Negotiate Better Prices with Prospective Clients

How To Negotiate Better Prices with Prospective Clients

by Usman Dawood
When I first started as an architectural photographer, one of the things I really struggled with was pricing. This seems to be a common thread for many creatives as it can be very difficult to objectively self-assess your talent, experience, and therefore, value.
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