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Guides, checklists, glossaries, and insider knowledge—everything you need to understand, prepare for, and maximize the impact of professional property media.
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Whether you’re a listing agent prepping your first luxury condo, an Airbnb host upgrading your hero image, or a developer commissioning a construction documentary — this page distills everything we’ve learned into practical, actionable resources.
No fluff. No generic advice. Every guide, checklist, and tip on this page comes directly from our shoots across Vancouver, Kitsilano, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, and beyond.
In-Depth Guides
Comprehensive reading for agents, hosts, and developers who want to go beyond the basics.
Real Estate Photography
The Complete Agent's Guide to Real Estate Photography in Metro Vancouver
From choosing the right package and prepping your listing to understanding HDR blending, twilight timing, and MLS optimization—this is the definitive reference for listing agents working in Metro Vancouver’s competitive market.
18 min read Updated April 2026 Free Download
Cinematic Video Property Video—What Actually Sells
Why listing videos outperform static photos on Instagram and YouTube and how to brief your videographer for maximum emotional impact on viewers.
Drone Media Drone Regulations for Metro Vancouver — 2026
Transport Canada RPAS rules, controlled airspace near YVR and Boundary Bay, when you need a Special Flight Operations Certificate, and what we handle on your behalf.
Hospitality & Airbnb How to Double Your Airbnb Bookings with Professional Photos
Data-backed analysis of how professional photography affects occupancy rates, nightly pricing power, and search ranking on Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com.
Construction Documentation Construction Progress Photography — A Developer's Handbook
Scheduling milestone shoots, managing documentation across multi-phase builds, creating deliverable formats for lenders, and using imagery in investor reporting.
Architectural & Interior Briefing Your Architectural Photographer
Shot lists, mood boards, natural light timing, furniture and prop styling — a comprehensive guide for architects, interior designers, and stagers.
Twilight & Dusk The Golden Hour Advantage — Twilight Photography Explained
Why twilight shoots consistently outsell standard daylight photos, how we time the "blue hour" window, and when to add a twilight session to your package.
Pre-Shoot Checklists
Download, print, or share—each checklist is tailored to a specific property type so nothing is missed on shoot day.
Residential Listing Prep Checklist
✦ All lights on, bulbs matching in color temperature
✦ Countertops cleared; small appliances stored
✦ Beds made with fresh, unwrinkled linens
✦ Bins, recycling, and hoses hidden from exterior
✦Cars removed from driveway 30 mins before arrival
✦ Pets relocated for the duration of the shoot
✦ Windows cleaned inside; blinds at consistent height
✦ Front door, gate, and pathways swept
Airbnb & Short-Term Rental Checklist
✦ Signature décor items displayed (plants, throws, art)
✦ Amenity basket styled visibly in the kitchen
✦ Towels folded in spa-style display in bathrooms
✦ Outdoor furniture arranged; cushions fluffed
✦ All checkout instructions and notices removed
✦ Fireplace lit if weather permits
✦ Views clear—no tarps, construction cones
✦ A welcome book open on coffee table
Commercial & Hospitality Checklist
✦ Tables set with full place settings for hero shots
✦ Bar back stocked and organized for display
✦ Staff not in frame unless lifestyle brief specified
✦ Menu boards current; prices legible
✦ Hero dishes prepared fresh (not plated in advance)
✦ Ambient lighting tested and switched on
✦ Signage and logo placement confirmed
✦ Exterior cleaned; A-frame sign positioned
Architectural & New Build Checklist
✦ Construction debris cleared from all frames
✦ Temporary signage and safety tape removed
✦ Landscape staging installed or confirmed
✦ Show suite furniture in position
✦ Mechanical rooms locked or staged
✦ Site contact available for access on the day
Twilight Shoot Prep Checklist
✦ All interior lights on before sunset window
✦ Exterior pot lights and pathway lighting on
✦ Pool and water feature lights activated
✦ No vehicles in driveway or on street in front
✦ Firepit or fireplace lit for ambience shots
✦ Blinds or curtains partially open for glow effect
Drone Shoot Coordination Checklist
✦ Property address confirmed for airspace check
✦ Clear weather confirmed (no rain, wind under 30 km/h)
✦ Neighbors informed if low passes planned
✦ Roof area cleared of debris for overhead shot
✦ Strata approval obtained if required
✦ Electrical lines near property noted on brief
Video Tutorials
Watch before your shoot — short, practical videos that save time
and help you get better results on the day.
Media Glossary
Plain-English definitions for every term you'll encounter in a photography and video brief—no jargon left unexplained.
HDR Blending
High Dynamic Range blending—a technique where multiple exposures of the same frame are merged to capture both the bright exterior views through windows and the darker interior simultaneously. Standard in all our residential shoots.
Blue Hour
The 20–30 minute window after sunset when the sky turns a deep, saturated blue and interior lights glow warmly. This is the ideal window for twilight exterior shots — we time our arrival to shoot within this exact window.
Matterport 3D Tour
An interactive, navigable 3D model of a property captured with a dedicated LiDAR-equipped camera. Buyers can "walk through" the property online, view floor plans, and measure rooms. MLS-compatible embed links included.
Virtual Staging
Digitally adding furniture, décor, and finishes to photos of an empty property. Delivered alongside the original empty shots — must be disclosed as virtually staged in listings per RECBC guidelines.
RPAS (Drone) Certificate
Remotely Piloted Aircraft System license issued by Transport Canada. All ImagePro drone operators hold advanced RPAS certification, enabling flights in controlled airspace and near populated areas—legally and safely.
MLS Optimised Files
JPEGs colour-corrected, cropped, and sized to REBGV upload specifications (2048 px on the long edge, sRGB color space). Delivered in a clearly labelled folder separate from the full-resolution files in your private portal.
Ambient Light Balancing
A post-processing technique where window views, ceiling lights, lamps, and natural light are individually corrected and blended so each light source appears natural, eliminating the blown-out windows or dark interiors common in smartphone photos
Listing Video Reel
A 60–90 second vertical video package formatted for Instagram Reels, TikTok, and Facebook Stories. Includes music, animated text overlays, and the property address—delivered as an MP4 ready to post directly to social media.
Dolly Move
A smooth, motorized lateral camera movement is used in cinematic videography to reveal spaces elegantly. Creates a high-end, editorial feel—standard in our Professional and Premium video packages.
Floor Plan Add-On
A measured, dimensioned floor plan drawn from our site measurements or Matterport scan data. Delivered as a print-ready PDF and a web-optimized PNG. Helps buyers visualize furniture layouts and spatial relationships before visiting.
Rush Delivery
Our standard turnaround is 24 hours from shoot completion. Rush delivery guarantees delivery within 6 hours of the shoot ending — available as a paid add-on when a listing needs to go live the same day.
Private Delivery Portal
Our secure, password-protected online delivery system. Preview, approve, and pay for your images before downloading. Files are organized by type (MLS, web, print, video) and stored for 90 days after delivery.
Our Equipment
The tools behind every shoot—transparency matters. Here's exactly what we use
and why it produces superior results.
Photography
Camera & Lens System
Equipment
-Sony α7R V 61MP
-Sony α7 IV
-Sony 12–24mm f/4 G
-Sony 24–70mm f/2.8 GM II
-Sony 70–200mm f/2.8 GM II
-Tilt-shift 24mm TS-E
Used For
-All residential & commercial photography
-Backup body & video, second angle
-Interior wide-angle, small spaces
-General interior & exterior
- Detail, compression, neighbourhood shots
-Architectural correction, keystone-free
Lighting
Lighting & Support
Equipment
-Profoto B10 Plus 500WS
-Profoto A2 (×2)
-Lume Cube Panel Pro
-Really Right Stuff TQC-14
-Nodal Ninja R10
-Pocket Wizard TT5
Used For
-Fill & ambient balance
-On-camera & bounce fill
-Video continuous lighting
-Carbon tripod, sub-mm stability
-360° panoramic stitching
-Remote flash triggering
Drone
Aerial & Drone Fleet
Equipment
DJI Mavic 3 Pro 4/3 CMOS
DJI Mini 5 Pro
DJI RC Pro Controller
Used For
Primary aerial photography & video
Controlled airspace, urban lots
Bright-sun monitoring, 12 km range
3D & Video
Matterport & Cinema Rigs
Equipment
Matterport Pro3 LIDAR
DJI RS 3 Pro Gimbal
Rhino Arc II Slider
Deity S-Mic 2 + Zoom H6
Used For
3D tours, floor plans, measurements
Cinematic stabilised video
Dolly moves, reveal shots
Voiceover & ambient audio capture