Frequently Asked Questions
Professional architectural photography involves careful planning, technical expertise, and an understanding of how buildings are documented. Whether you're commissioning photography for an award submission, press coverage, or project documentation, these answers explain how I work and what to expect.
Image: More London Place
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A half-day shoot typically costs around £400, with full-day shoots at approximately £850. Editing is charged at £250 per day. Drone photography integrates seamlessly with ground-based work or can be commissioned separately. Final pricing depends on project scope, location, and specific requirements.
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You receive all images from the shoot with full usage rights for your intended purposes. I retain copyright and portfolio rights, which allows me to showcase the work and offer licensing to manufacturers or other parties. This arrangement keeps costs reasonable while giving you complete freedom to use your images.
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Yes. I can shoot high quality (up to 8K) short video sequences using the same compositional approach as architectural stills but with subtle movement.
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Yes. Drone work integrates seamlessly with ground photography or can be commissioned as a standalone service for aerial perspectives of buildings, sites, or construction progress.
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Turnaround varies with the amount of editing required, but I can always work to agreed deadlines. Most projects are delivered within 1-2 weeks. Priority shots can be given priority for press releases or urgent submissions.
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We'll always plan for optimal weather conditions. It's worth waiting for the right light to get the most from your shoot. We'll maintain a flexible schedule with backup dates built in, ensuring your building is captured at its best.
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Clear, tidy spaces photograph best. For new buildings, we can discuss timing around snagging and completion so photography doesn't clash with final works. A pre-shoot walk-through helps identify any preparation needed.
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Yes. I'm fully certified by the CAA to fly in congested areas and handle all necessary planning, including obtaining required airspace permissions where required.
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Yes. Revisions to edits are welcome before final delivery. More substantial changes are discussed based on specific requirements. Full details are in the terms and conditions here.
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Architectural photography focuses on design, function, materials, and setting, capturing how a building feels and its relationship to its context. Real estate photography is primarily about marketing properties for sale. The approaches and outcomes are quite different.
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The benefit is that I understand how large projects are completed, from planning through construction to handover. This experience means that I am very well placed to advise on optimal timing, coordinating with site teams, and capturing projects in ways that serve technical documentation as well as marketing needs.
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I bring technical skills from commercial practice into fine art work, and foundational compositional skills from fine art into commercial photography. This combination delivers images with both technical precision and artistic consideration.
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Yes. I have experience photographing Grade II-listed buildings and heritage sites, understanding the constraints and opportunities that come with documenting historic architecture.
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Yes. I can document projects from groundbreaking through completion, providing consistent visual records for stakeholders, award submissions, or internal documentation.
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I work with the latest Fujifilm medium format cameras and specialised lenses, delivering the highest image quality for architectural documentation.
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Yes. Many clients commission a combined shoot for stills, 360° tours, and 3D models, ensuring consistent lighting, colour, and composition across all deliverables. For more information, visit buildingreality.co.uk