Atlanta Home Staging Company: Home Staging & "After" Pictures

What a difference the angle made.

Kathy - Thanks for pointing out that the SAME pic taken from different angles will make a HUGE difference.  I take all of my own pics for listings and boy do I do some strange things to get different angles.  Hey, if it works, right?

Kathy, great job. The room looks very impressive. Good luck with the Professional Stager of the Year.

The room's architectural features could definitely present a photographic challenge. You handled it well. If shot conventionally, head on, the room would probably have looked congested. Instead, by shooting at an angle you visually opened up the space.

Beautiful work!  I recently purchased a digicam with an adjustable screen, which makes it SOOO much easier to get the camera into good positions.  Congrats on your nomination!

Thanks, Cathy.  I too think that the 2nd picture made a huge difference in showcasing the feature!

Leesa - I was on my knees for this picture.  And, you're right, whatever works!  Thanks for your comment.

Thanks, Frank.

Rosario - It does open up the room, you're right. 

Gregory - that "adjustable screen" feature sounds interesting.  I'll have to look into that!

Kathy

definitely like your angled picture better. Good idea to sit lower and aim towards the ceiling. That is an appealing picture.

Kathy: I am jealous of your Nikon D80. You did a great job demonstrating the idea that we should all take photos of our staging jobs from various different angles. Until you download them into your computer, you never really know which shot is going to work best. You also did a great job on the staging!

The house looks great and so does the photo!  I try many different angles when I take photos of home but I do not recall a time that I was on the ground.

Thanks, Angela.

Michelle - I think I took over 100 photos yesterday.  It was worth it though as you're right, you never know which angle is going to work and what one isn't.

Thanks, Michele!  The funny thing is is that when I took this photo (on my knees), the Realtor just stood there and stared at me.  Haven't a clue was he was thinking.

Kathy

Nice work Kathy!  It was smart of you to take the photo from down below the normal range where most people take photos.  I often think of photographers and their models....you see many of them crouching down or on top of stepladders to get the different shots!  Beautiful work!  Regards-Kathleen G

Beatuiful work and nicely done! Very impressed. I would be proud to show that photos on any of my listings! Good luck with everything!

Hi Kathy ~ The architecture alone of this place is amazing!!! You did a great job. Great pictures , you can really see all the details of the ceiling and all the built-in shelf room divider. Love that space

Thanks, Kathleen! 

LaNita - I do hope the Realtor uses this shot.  He should be loading the new pictures soon.  Thanks for your kind words.

Fernando - Thank You!  I too love that space.  It's a beautiful home and the builder did an incredible job.

Kathy

Great work!

BTW, I like the second photo's angle, it is very artistic!  I concur with the Realtor:  A+!!! 

Thanks, Kristina! 

Kathy

Great Job!  I wish I had purchased that camera.  Instead I purchased a Panasonic that shoots a wider picture.  Not real happy with it so far.  Your staging looks great.

 

Wow Kathy I'm impressed not only with the photos of course but your always amazing staging jobs. Now you are doing the job of two professionals and you're making it look so easy. 

I have to agree the angle makes a big difference. I love the entry and the way they built in those shelves for added display and storage. Very cool place.

Kathy, I like the angles , The lighting can be improved on. Was a flash used?

Ginger 

Love the second one, it is so interesting. It really highlights the ceiling while still managing to show the floors.  Love it.  Your post has been featured in the Photography group. 

Thanks, Debbie.  My husband had selected the Nikon based on recommendations he read on-line as well as at a variety of stores.  I'm happy with it so far!

Karen - The home is gorgeous!  Thank you for your kind words. 

Ginger - I don't recall if the flash was on or not.  I believe that it was.  However, I too noticed that it seemed dark so... went and purchased an add-on flash.  Flashes are not cheap (lol).

Maureen - Thank you for featuring!

Kathy

Kathy:  Both pictures are great but I do see the difference in the second picture.  I can't see anyway to improve upon it except that it's just a little dark in the hallway but there may not be anything that can be done about that.  I thought the first picture showed the floor better in the hallway but the second picture shows much more detail of the room, ceiling, furniture.  Outstanding job either way!

Kathy...beautiful space and pictures.

OH, they came out amazing Kathy!   That is a really beautiful house. 

Kathy- I have a D70, I love it. My wife has one too. She is looking to upgrade to the D80 this year. Have Fun!

I think it deserves an A+++~Looks fantastic!

Thanks, Donna.  I too think there could be a little more light in the hallway.  The flash should help.

Marina - Thanks for your kind words.

Abby - Wait until you see some of the other pics.  They too came out nice.  I was really pleased this go around with the pictures.

Mark - I'm loving this camera.  Friends of ours have the D70 and love it too.  They too are looking to upgrade.

Cindy - You're too sweet.  Thank you!

Kathya

Kathy ~ In the second photo, I "feel" like I'm right in the room with you as you're taking it....fantastic job!  I'll have to try getting on the floor in the future if I have a shot like that. Would love to see more photos of your staging in this home.  Perhaps the darker hallway could be lightened with Photoshop?

Kathy,

That second picture's a winner!  As a carpenter, I love that ceiling!

Mike in Tucson

Kathy - I am a BIG fan of you and your pictures,  I loved the first one also.  :)  Here I thought all I had to do was "stage" but I was wrong.  A "staged" picture is worth a thousand words!  Thanks for sharing and educating.

Goegeous work girl!!! Love it!

Maureen - I feel a blog coming on that shares more B&A's of this home.  Thanks for your kind words as it means a lot.

Mike - I too love that ceiling.  The builder did a fabulous job in this home.

Janice - Thanks for being a fan (smile).  Knowing how important the "after" photos are to our portfolio AND to help get the home shown through the MLS listing - I'm going to keep putting more emphasis on the quantity and quality of the shots.

Thanks, Beth!!

Yes the second pic is incredible, at first I could not make out the layout of the room but then it all came into focus, no pun intended. Your work is always incredible. About the camera, my husband is thinking of buying the NIKON as well. He has a wide angle lens, is your built in?

Phyllis Pafumi

Kathy: I love those ceilings and your photos really showcase them. That, along with your fabulous staging should sell that house lickety split.

Kathy, great staging, great photos.   I am thinking of upgrading my camera this year.  I find more and more now, that my photos are better than the ones the Realtor takes, and both the client and the Realtor prefer to use mine.  

 There just can not be enough said about the importance of great photos for the client.  

 You do great work, sistah, and your photos prove it!  :-)

Kathy - beautiful home, beautiful ceiling and beautiful staging as always. I have started bending down low or going up a step ladder to see if I can improve my shots - your picture gives me added incentive:)

Stephanie

Thanks for illustrating this point with your photos, Kathy. Excellent marketing technique!

Kathy

Kathy - I've been wondering about that camera myself!  Any drawbacks that you've noticed?

I *have* to remember to take more angle shots!  Thanks for the reminder.

Jackie

Thanks, everyone.

Jackie - No drawbucks thus far.  There's plenty of user error (smile).

Kathy