Architectural Photography

No two structures are alike, and no two angles yield the same image, which makes architecture a unique space.

Exploring Architectural Spaces

From the pyramids of Giza to the temples of Ancient Rome, from a suburban home to a soaring modern skyscraper, architecture is one of the most dynamic art forms etched into the fabric of human civilization. Architecture is a popular subject for photographers because no two structures are alike, and no two angles yield the same image.

While it’s possible to simply point a camera at a building or a bridge and snap a picture, there is an art to photographing architecture. And Ace Film Production is the best in the field.

What Is Architectural Photography?

Architecture refers to the design, engineering, and construction of manmade structures, as well as the final structures themselves. Endless architecture styles have emerged throughout the centuries, each with its own unique expressions: Romanesque, Gothic, Classical, Neoclassical, Baroque, Modernist, Brutalist, etc.

Styles of Architectural Photography

This refers to photographs of the outside of a structure. Exteriors benefit from a wealth of natural light, which makes them easier to photograph. Depending on the whims of nature, exteriors may also produce wildly varying, moody, and dramatic results.

This refers to photographs of a structure’s interior. Interiors are often more challenging to capture: ambient light available through windows or skylights is often limited, and sometimes filtered, as through colorful stained glass windows in churches. Supplemental lighting in the form of a flash helps accurately capture interiors.

How to Photograph Architecture?

  1. Do your research
  2. Get a first impression
  3. Focus on the details
  4. Zoom out on the landscape
  5. Incorporate other structures or rooms
  6. Shoot from every angle
  7. Shoot at different times and conditions

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Ready To Get Started With Architectural Photography?

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We can guide you through our creative process, pricing and more.
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