REAL ESTATE PHOTOGRAPHY TUTORIAL

Everything you need to know to get started in Real Estate Photography. From Camera Settings to Physically taking the photos and even Merging and Editing the Final Product Shots. I tried taking all the knowledge I've gathered in my experiences and bundling it up in this video for you.
Hope this Helps you in your journey with making money through photography.
Let Me Know If You Have Any Questions, Im Here To Help.
- BLANCH
@BLANCHFROMTHEBAY on IG

[@danbroomhall2059]

Dude, this video deserves a million views! Straight to the point and teaches you the whole process!

[@MedySiregar]

Thank you... This is "all meat..!!" (a saying here in Indonesia telling that this is all solid knowledge). New subscriber here.. ☺

[@bravehearts868]

This is the best real estate photography video !!! Thank you ! Love your adorable cute grey kitty

[@DanielBerganza]

This is the pure basic quality of REP well done!

[@melyx6897]

This is the most simple and straightforward process I've sees. Period. You get a pretty good result for the least amount of effort. I do feel the itch to correct some of the color casts, though. But otherwise, this video is very helpful, thanks for showing your process!

[@blanchfromthebay]

Thank you 🙏 that was exactly the reason I made the video. I guess I could have gone more in-depth for the editing. But for strictly the process of shooting a house. I think people doing for the first time can watch this an nail the first job with some confidence

[@Jckal]

Awesome video man!! I watched a lot of videos before I found yours and nobody explains the process like you do. Thanks a lot man ❤️

[@blanchfromthebay]

Really appreciate the comment. Happy this was helpful. I actually ended up watching my own video for a little settings refresher myself 😂

[@rashedulk5297]

Man is soo underrated. Respect 🙏

[@mayangelvngas]

Thanks for the Lightroom explanation.

[@iancole8334]

this breaks down a real estate photo shoot perfectly! very good!!

[@blanchfromthebay]

Thank you! I appreciate that!

[@picthishouse]

Great video....

[@jjqui5839]

Awesome fantastic explainer! Thank you for this consice and to the point video. Do you ever use flash if a room or hallway is dark?

[@chrismcphee2060]

Thanks Brother!! Best how-to-real state video I have seen. ✊🏾

[@blanchfromthebay]

Thank You 🙏 🙏🙏🙏🥹

[@Bobi-ow6ou]

Thanks awesome video for us beginners I’m planning on starting RE photography is Nikon D5500 and Canon 80D and Dji Mavic Pro good enough to start with, I know within a short period I would have earned enough to buy better equipment

[@HazelsDreamland]

Hi! Recently started on my real estate photography. I also have A7R3 and Sigma 12-24mm. I was curious about that preset. Any way you can show us how to create it!? Thank you! 🙂

[@image-i-nation-photography]

Great video and tips

[@soniasingh7453]

So straight to the point ad informational! Thank you

[@blanchfromthebay]

🙏 been getting some haters in my comments, thanks Sonia 😊

[@kennethdavis2383]

Nicely done. I am just starting out in real estate photography and your video was informational and helpful. I’m using a Sony a7iii.

[@empireace7998]

How is everything going for you so far?

[@McJg69]

This content is flawless thanks mate

[@blanchfromthebay]

Thank you!! I really appreciate that!

[@kaderbenmahfoud2586]

You saved my life I was looking for those whole time

[@blanchfromthebay]

Happy to help

[@gobinathpalanisamyphotography]

dude, this is great. Thanks for sharing!!

[@blanchfromthebay]

Thank You !! Hope it helped

[@byaerialshots]

Clutch my boy

[@coreychappelle3038]

Love it

[@blanchfromthebay]

🙏🙏🙏

[@UrbanSipfly]

Brotha Blanch, seldom are there any DC / Marvel comic bearded superheroes to save the day worth mentioning - but you, my friend, fit the photo community bill. 😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@angelmediaproductions5369]

That was simple.

[@TungLe-lm7zs]

Awesome video tutorial, thank you very much for sharing!!!

[@blanchfromthebay]

Thanks what else should I do videos about?

[@jddorland]

Nice. Thanks!

[@AdeKingProductions]

Thanks for the good work. Planning to take my own images to help sell my house.

[@blanchfromthebay]

Hey! you can do it!! Hope it goes smooth for you.

[@user-kp2ud8uf2v]

I would appreciate your help. The video is very beautiful, but I don't see it in Lightroom stacking (5:36). Maybe the version has been upgraded and it is in another place. I would really like you to help me how to do this step, I must know. Thank you

[@Laura-sg6ss]

Love this!! I love the production on this, straight to the point and perfectly detailed. Great walk through. Perfect for me because i often find it hard to concentrate but this was perfect. Even the speak at which you were talking, normally i can't stand focused but with you, wow! Thank you so much! This has put me at ease and given me confidence that I can do this. Could you show us how to edit it, like the Beach preset thing you had. How did you do that?😂❤

[@blanchfromthebay]

Wow! Thank you so much! I’m stoked you feel confident after watching this because that was truly my intention when I made it. But yes I need to do a new video on my updated edit process. I learned a few things recently that took my photos to the next level. Thanks again!

[@Laura-sg6ss]

@@blanchfromthebay yay!!! 😌🤞 and awesome!! That would be great! I'll be looking out for that 10000%! Can't wait to learn more! 🙌😛 Once again well done! Fantastic job!💃🏾

[@LP-ej9ys]

This is a greats video! Thanks 😊

[@blanchfromthebay]

Thank You! I really appreciate that! Hope it helps!

[@owoidohoessien8304]

Nice tutorial

[@jmizzel112]

When I use the plugin there’s an error and it doesn’t add the 6th picture to my stack. HELP PLEASE

[@mikethetraveler]

Great video !!

[@blanchfromthebay]

Dude!!! Thank you! I appreciate the compliment on this one.

[@alancongratssoonyoullhead5273]

That was great 👍🏼

[@blanchfromthebay]

Glad you liked it!

[@Bobi-ow6ou]

How do you shoot video walkthrough and drone photo shoot

[@andreyalbuquerque1154]

Great Video! But, what is the diference btween marge the photos using lightroom and using the plugin ?

[@blanchfromthebay]

it does a cleaner job in my opinion

[@notarice8509]

Watching this the day of my first shoot. Most helpful one so far 😂

[@blanchfromthebay]

No lie i took a couple months off an when I had a shoot again I used my own video to remember the settings lol

[@notarice8509]

@@blanchfromthebay that’s hilarious! Tutorial was great and the photos came out better, thanks for your help man

[@beautifuldsire1]

Hi, this is exactly the help I need to start doing real estate photography. This is very helpful. However I’m wondering if I’m the only one that sees the screen blurry or is it just the video that is like this? I want to mimic what he does in Lightroom, but a lot of the text is blurry or maybe you can make the video again? lol just thought I’d ask. ❤

[@blanchfromthebay]

Video doesn’t look blurry on my end… happy to hear it helped for the most part :) Made a new version with some editing tips and tricks if you wanna check that one out

[@mr_robot911]

Great content Tony! Knew ur name from the lightroom account lol. One question, is the quantity of photos mentioned in the quote for the agent? If yes, how do you know the accurate number of photos a property would need before seeing it? Floor area maybe? Thanks in advance, ur the best!

[@blanchfromthebay]

You got me!! Anthony’s my government name lol, To be honest I never really talk about the number of photos. I take as many I need to showcase each room. Anywhere from like 1 to 3 shots per room. Once you figure a base price for yourself you can adjust the price higher or lower based on the size of the property/how many rooms and the editing time.

[@blanchfromthebay]

Hope that helps

[@kennlw5]

Good stuff

[@blanchfromthebay]

Thanks man I appreciate the comment!!

[@dantdo]

I swear this is the best video ever! I'm gonna have my 1st RE shoot in 2 days and watching this makes me feel much more confident. Just a quick question, did you use the AF or MF? And how/where did you focus on? Thank you.

[@blanchfromthebay]

You can do either one. If you set that higher number aperture it is going to make everything in focus plus the stacking everything will be good, but generally auto focusing on the furniture or a wide setting I think works best.

[@blanchfromthebay]

Stoked you found my video! Go crush it!

[@liverpix]

How many photos do you take of each room ? Also, have you tried using the auto hdr on your camera instead of bracketing ? Thanks.

[@blanchfromthebay]

I take as many angles as I feel needs to showcase what the room has to offer. And I feel it’s Best to just get as many angles as you think of on site and decide what to send later after the edits. As far as auto HDR.. I really just haven’t given it a try tbh. I learned the bracket style and just stuck with it. Next time I shoot maybe I’ll take a few an see what’s up. Thanks for the comment

[@liverpix]

@@blanchfromthebay Thank you. I just thought that by using in camera hdr, it could save you time as you won't have to blend them in lightroom.

[@NickPowellPhotography]

You threw in 3 bucks for a piece of software that you use on every shoot? Seems kinda tight?!

[@germen.barroga]

Hey bro, Thank you for the tutorial! I have tried the merging method using LR Infused. But I'm getting an error in lightroom. Has this happened to you before?

[@blanchfromthebay]

Honestly I’ve never had any problems so I can’t really help you on that. You could merge the images with Lightroom’s own method an see if that works

[@mehatcher]

Awesome video! I was wondering if you can share your preset settings, or is it available for purchase?

[@blanchfromthebay]

Yeah I’m working on the preset pack

[@sdhute]

What wide angle lens do you recommend ? What did you do to get the windows exposed correctly

[@blanchfromthebay]

I use a 16 to 35 variable zoom lens so I have options on the fly but the wider the better in my opinion (obviously you don’t want too much distortion) but for example I feel like a 24 might not be wide enough in some room situations. Plus you want the space to feel as spacious as possible.

[@blanchfromthebay]

To get the windows exposed correctly you take a few pictures at different exposures then merge the layers in post

[@orkunum]

Thanks a lot! How can i buy your Lightroom Real Estate Preset?

[@aznomads1579]

A designer or high end client would twitch at the color casts everywhere. Good photos if charging under $75 a shoot, you can probably knock a ton of these out in a day. Thanks for vid.

[@blanchfromthebay]

Color casts everywhere?

[@aznomads1579]

​@@blanchfromthebay Sorry, I'm not sure if you're asking what color cast is or disagree with my statement. If you look at the thumbnail with the kitchen in the bathroom, there is a on of orange spill from the tungsten lights that is giving a huge color cast. 3:44 - There is color cast everywhere, a high end home owner/Realtor or interior designer would be upset because there is no way to tell the accurate color of the walls with all the color cast. Not knocking you at all, this is a great way to get started in real estate photography with very little cost and I'm sure you can knock out a house in 20 mins.

[@blanchfromthebay]

Oh I wasn’t disagreeing, just wondering what you meant. But I get what your saying now, this particular home had all different hue lights throughout the property. What would you do in that situation? Good news tho! This property was sold in under 2 weeks on the market.

[@panomaxstudio8454]

Az nomands I am not agry with you. Love Hdr and hate white flash. Hdr look nature and real and flash look unreal. I mean color cast. Thanks man Great Job blanchfromthebay.

[@anthonyk27]

I think you did a great job, and the photos look high quality

[@evansuazo6337]

do you do any specific picture profile? slog2? or no picture profile?

[@blanchfromthebay]

I forget what I have it on to be real. I’ll have to take a look and get back to you

[@mayangelvngas]

When I already have the stack, and I try to click in File to find the ‘’plug-ins’’ option. I do not have that options. In my file tab it just says… add photos, search my photos, import files and presets, export, export with previous, edit in photoshop, migrate form…. No ‘’plug ins’’ anywhere 😢 I do not know what to do, I already search on the internet.

[@blanchfromthebay]

That’s super weird what version Lightroom are you on ??!

[@mikeiablouin1050]

Do you use bracket for outdoor as well?

[@blanchfromthebay]

I do but I also just shoot manual as well for back up

[@haigazkeohulian2016]

What lense did u use? Is 24 105 mm good for real estate photography??

[@blanchfromthebay]

24 -105 works I used a 16-35 but you gotta be careful not to go to wide and get distortion.

[@J_bar_S_Photography]

Hello. Question, I see you use a Sony? Awesome. I have the snowy a7r4. Yes I know it’s a lot of camera but I got the camera because I’m a rodeo photographer so yes, I need all those mp lol. Anyhow my question is do you shoot uncompressed raw or compressed? And do you even shoot in raw or jpg?

[@blanchfromthebay]

Hey! That’s a badass camera! And rodeo photography sounds super fun! I always make sure to shoot Raw for sure otherwise I won’t be able to edit in such detail if I shoot jpg. Uncompressed for better quality

[@J_bar_S_Photography]

@@blanchfromthebay Right on. Thank you. I have ask this question to so many other RE Photographers and your the first one to comment back on such a simple question. Thank you. But yes rodeo photography is a blast and i love it but its not making me any money. I know money isnt everything but i want my own business so sense my wife is a real estate agent i could get into RE photography. Im new to the whole RE Photography so ive been watching anyone that knows what there doing lol. Anyway, Sorry for this long thesis. Thank you for replying back.

[@jehno4974]

pictures look great, Are you taking Raws or Jpegs?

[@blanchfromthebay]

Always raw for the edit process

[@SteveKiziak]

Cool video, just wondering about lenses? Are you just shooting with one focal length?

[@blanchfromthebay]

I use a 16-35mm. But I pretty much shoot 16 the whole time because I want the rooms to feel as spacious as possible

[@SteveKiziak]

@@blanchfromthebay Hey thanks for the fast reply! Cheers!

[@blanchfromthebay]

@@SteveKiziak hell ya! Here to help

[@alexandermunoz3344]

Why when I type in HDR nothing pops up says 0 found

[@user-kp2ud8uf2v]

Hi thanks for the video it really helped me. Just a small question does the Lr enfuse app cost money? If so how much and for how long?

[@blanchfromthebay]

It’s a donation base download but it’s been a while since I’ve been on the site could be different

[@user-kp2ud8uf2v]

@@blanchfromthebay Thanks for the response! Another question, how is the sony a7r iii camera for photographing houses?

[@blanchfromthebay]

Personally I love this camera for everything. I can shoot great video or take really nice photos.

[@user-kp2ud8uf2v]

@@blanchfromthebay Do you have settings that are particularly suitable for photographing architecture and houses for this camera? You would really help me if so because I can't get the best out of it and I spent a lot of money on the camera

[@estudiop.arq.]

Any thoughts about shift & tilt lenses ? Thanks!!!

[@blanchfromthebay]

Never used one before, but for the right application I could see it being handy

[@Leoh1]

It's more for architectural shooting

[@danielgreenberg4751]

Thanks for the video. Which Sony camera are you using for the photos in this video?

[@blanchfromthebay]

I’m using a Sony A7R3 best camera I’ve had so far

[@danielgreenberg4751]

@@blanchfromthebay Very cool. How do you think the Sony A7iii compares?

[@blanchfromthebay]

@@danielgreenberg4751 really can’t go wrong with either camera. But the A7R3 I think is better for video

[@hazelgacula8672]

Good stuff! What lens were you using?

[@blanchfromthebay]

I use a zeiss 16-35 f4

[@visionaryvisuals1029]

Awesome vid! However, I noticed you get a lot of glares on the floor. Highly recommend using a CPL. keep crushin it bro!

[@blanchfromthebay]

Thank you! I’ll look into that, I appreciate the comment!

[@orgoremedia]

Circular polarizer? Is that was cpl means? Thanks in advanced.

[@visionaryvisuals1029]

@@orgoremedia Yes :)

[@artursradionovs9543]

How to deal with the rooms where the lights are amber color? Also, what to do the best for the places where people still living?

[@blanchfromthebay]

Honestly even the house I use for the Example has different lights throughout the house. I don’t “fake” anything. I shoot the property as is. It’s not my job to stage the house. I’ll do minor adjustments to clean up a shot. But for the most part I shoot the property as presented to me. I guess I could start bringing an array of lightbulbs tho lol I have thought about that

[@blanchfromthebay]

Also I could have dove deeper in the edit to balance to the two different color lights out a bit more

[@artursradionovs9543]

@@blanchfromthebay thanks for a reply. I was just wondering. Looks like that I have to carry on a whole bag on me, flash, lenses filters and etc. I am just a new starter, and planning to buy a new camera. I am plannning to buy the camera and 16-35mm gm 2.8 lens, and hope to get these monies back. Tough life for a student, need to find ways how to earn!

[@thork-media]

​@@artursradionovs9543 This already is a big investment and not recommended as a newcomer... especially when you have to figure out how to get the money back. I would start with an APSC line system from Sony/Fuji etc. because Full Frame is not needed... you just need to know how to shoot. Think about it...

[@bleahsyngb8994]

is a sony a5000 a good camera ?

[@blanchfromthebay]

I wouldn’t say it’s a bad camera. Just look up videos of people using it. And see what you think.

[@manykzdj792]

anybody has this problem? "No Stacks containing selected photos were found. Note that the stacks must be in folders; stacks in collections are not supported at this time since plugins can't currently access this information.If you are trying to blend the selected images then please turn off the batch mode option."

[@blanchfromthebay]

Honestly I’ve never seen or heard of this problem…. Anyone else??

[@jisaac2811]

Love the video. What lens did you use?

[@blanchfromthebay]

Typically using my 16-36 but I shoot most the house as wide as possible.

[@blanchfromthebay]

16-35* lol thanks for the comment btw 🙏 😊

[@gg_kaboom1351]

Hey man can you possible make a link to your preset pelase I would love to Use that preset. Thanks

[@blanchfromthebay]

Ok! I can work on that. Maybe I do a little preset pack of 5-10

[@chriswarwick8934]

hey did you do a preset pack would mind the one showing on the video

[@blanchfromthebay]

Unfortunately I had my major computer problem and lost everything so all my presets are gone :(

[@chriswarwick8934]

@@blanchfromthebay damn ok now worries

[@danyj.mendez4745]

Do you mind sharing the average cost for a package you would deliver?

[@blanchfromthebay]

I’m not tripping! My first time for a smaller size 2 bedroom I did for 250. I feel like that’s was a chill price. Bigger houses and drone involvement gets it up to 500. But the price varies on the amount of work. Sometimes it might be better to say an hourly rate

[@blackthug65]

Did you use any flash?

[@blanchfromthebay]

No I didn’t use flash

[@melasweetie]

Can you show us how to donate at the photographers toolbox I tried but it wont take 3.00 I will try 5 bucks or more but its in Euro thank you

[@blanchfromthebay]

The site could have updated by now. I’ll take a look but it’s been awhile since I initially downloaded it

[@melasweetie]

Oh its okay I figured it out. Got it thanks.

[@alexandermunoz3344]

Do you have to pay 3$ every time to use it my thing disappear

[@blanchfromthebay]

That’s super weird?! It disappeared?? Honestly with the new updates on Lightroom I’ve been just merging the images on there now instead. It’s free an super easy. I’m making an updated real estate video soon.

[@deakbence96]

I bought the plugin, but never received it..

[@blanchfromthebay]

I changed up my editing method. New video Tuesday

[@ddizon666]

having trouble insttaling on my window can you show as how

[@cloeneto]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmTKppuMbtydebs&ab_channel=JohannesM%C3%BCller this video helped for PC

[@blanchfromthebay]

If you have the updated newest Lightroom you can just merge with it. They’ve made some changes and it looks clean

[@360VRStudios]

its the HDR method. I rather use Flash with ambient. I only HDR my exteriors.

[@forumsnowsoldier]

This isn't even proper technique for HDR editing. They need to be hand-blended in Photoshop for the right outcome. Issues all over the place. This would never sell in my market. To anyone reading - Take the time to learn the proper techniques for HDR editing or shoot Flambient! Best of luck.

[@blanchfromthebay]

Every property I’ve shot has sold above market value and in less then one week? Quit over complicating this videos old you want me to show you my new techniques??

[@forumsnowsoldier]

@blanchfromthebay If it's anything close to what I've mentioned above than sure, I'd love too see.

[@kennypringle4580]

A lot of color cast on the walls and ceiling.

[@blanchfromthebay]

Thanks Kenny 🙏 😊 I’ll work on that

[@johnferraro904]

Could you share your LR presets?

[@blanchfromthebay]

Let me see how I can save and prep a file to be sent. I’ll let you know

[@AdrianBorkowski_]

@@blanchfromthebay I want too, please :)

[@jimroshan8962]

@@blanchfromthebay Did you ever figure it out? I would like the presets too please. BTW - This video rocks!

[@abrarstudio]

Bro can u give me preset of this ? 😫

[@blanchfromthebay]

Unfortunately I lost this specific preset after my computer crashed end of last year. I’m working on a 10 preset pack currently

[@oleeejek]

Thanks man, great video!

[@allpro_photo]

Is your last name Blanch?

[@blanchfromthebay]

My Full last name is Blanchietti but through sports growing up it became just “Blanch” and stuck with me ever since. Some people don’t even know my first name lol

[@allpro_photo]

Ohh ok lol my last name is Blanch. I thought we were cousins 😂

[@blanchfromthebay]

Whoa that’s actually a crazy lil coincidence lol cheers 🍻 to BLANCH!!

[@gregallen1]

You should title this “cheap REP editing” 😂 this would not fly as PROFESSIONAL. Looks like they were taken with cell phone except wide angled with verticals straight. Nice pics over all but definitely not classified as “professional edited” photos

[@blanchfromthebay]

Alright Gregory….

[@MrMrWattz]

No need to be an asshole Gregory. The images and workflow that Anthony has seem to work great for his and his clients need. And that’s all that matters here. The images might not be to a high end clients needs or magazine standard but for Real Estate they are great! Nice video man!

[@blanchfromthebay]

Ryan!!! Your a real one!!! I appreciate the comment. And your 1000% right

[@gregallen1]

@@blanchfromthebay clean up the color cast and raise the exposure vatoooooooo 😂😂😂

[@MrNEOBURNDSG]

Greg everything ok at home ?