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How to take the best photos
Every picture tells a story and photos are one of the most important parts of an online advert; find out more about getting the most out of your online advert and thinking like a holidaymaker.
Make sure you pack your camera whenever you visit your property. This way you can make sure your photos are all up-to-date. Try and get photos from different times of the year too, so you can change the images on your advert with the seasons - snowy scenes may not convince people to holiday in your property in summer!
Hiring a professional photographer may be worth it, but if you're behind the camera bear the following in mind to make sure you get the best photos of your holiday home:
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Go digital. A high-pixel digital camera is advisable if you are taking your own photos, as it will make transferring the photos to your online advert easier and will capture the best quality images. You can also take lots of shots, choose the best and then just delete the ones you don't want. Let it shine. If possible, take photos on a bright, sunny day when natural light is at its best. Sun drenched images will really get people in the holiday mood and sunny days offer the best light for indoor pictures too. The best light for photographers is usually between 4 and 6 o'clock in the afternoon Set the stage. Design your photos to make your property look its best. For example: create a soft glow with side lights, fill the fruit bowl, put throws and cushions on sofas, light the fire or put some flowers in a vase. Keep it in perspective. Try and get as much of the room in a photo as possible. A good way of doing this is to stand on a chair or use a step ladder in the corner of a room and shoot from above. Inside out. Photograph the exterior of the property as well as the interior. Don't forget images of the local area either - scenic areas and attractions nearby etc. Boast away. Make sure you take photos of your unique selling points, such as four-poster beds, open fires, amazing views, swimming pools and attractive gardens. Anti glare. Always turn the TV off and make sure the sun is behind you when taking photos. Clear up the clutter. Tidy away any knick-knacks and present the property as people would like to find it when they arrive. Be selective. Show off the best features of your holiday home, but unless your bathroom really stands out from the crowd, don't worry about including it in your photo gallery; concentrate on the best features instead! Evacuate. Avoid taking photos of your property with people in them. Let potential guests imagine themselves there instead. Out of time. If possible crop off date and time stamps from your photos. If you need a hand, just ask one of our team.
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