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Photo Tip from new Active Rainer - Fantastic Results

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Sandpoint Realty LLC DB36113

I do not do much reblogging but this simple photo tip from newcomer, Jeffrey Wolk, has dramatic results for your photo.  

Visit his post and say hello. We would like to see more from Jeffrey Wolk

Getting a higher Perspective

when shooting architecture, prospective can make a tremendous difference. The two images below show the difference between an image taken at ground level and then a photograph taken from the exact same spot with the camera approximately 20 feet off the ground. The small trees that were in the foreground are no longer a problem in this example.

Groundoff the groundAt 20 feet off the ground, the building's lines become straight and you get a much better view of the front gardens. To do this, I simply put my camera on a painters pole. I used a point-and-shoot for this picture but I have the ability to use my larger camera in the same way. Below is a picture of me and my rig when I took these photos for this blog on Tuesday.

meThere are several ways rather than putting your camera on a painters pole to get elevation.

Here are a few:

Simply holding the camera over your head while taking your picture can make a big difference. I have used this techniques at events where I needed to take a photograph of action on a stage while people were in front of me.

Take advantage of the landscape. Look to see if there is a hill or an elevated area that you can get to. Sometimes asking a neighbor if you can use their property for a view of the house from an upstairs window or porch (usually the homeowner will know whether a neighbor would be open allowing you access).

If you have a tripod, fully extend its legs to maximum height. Mount the your camera on the tripod and close the legs together. Set your camera's self timer (all digital cameras have timers) to approximately 10 seconds. Press the shutter button and then grasp the tripod by its feet while holding all three legs together. Hold the tripod over your head and as high as possible until the timer snaps the shutter. This technique can effectively get your camera 8 to 9 feet off the ground. This will create a dramatic difference.

 

It's best to zoom your cameras lens to its widest angle when shooting off the ground. It's much easier to shoot with a wide angle when you are holding the camera over your head. As long as you are pointing in the general direction you should be able to capture what you saw in your viewfinder. When first attempting this people tend to overcompensate and point the camera slightly down. You will do much better pointing the camera straight.

Cylburn Arboretum

Happy shooting and enjoy the beautiful scenery!

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Comments (17)

Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

It like the sky is stop mationing itself through all of time and space and multiple universes! I love this group of shots so much!

Oct 29, 2014 04:29 PM
Debra Leisek
Bay Realty,Inc Homer Alaska - Homer, AK

Nice of you to repost his perspective... very interesting too! thanks I will go check out his site!

Oct 29, 2014 04:54 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Mark Don. I like this and find it enlightening. Thank you for the re=blog. Your dog is gorgeous.

Oct 29, 2014 05:56 PM
Tom Arstingstall, General Contractor, Dry Rot, Water Damage Sacramento, El Dorado County - (916) 765-5366
Dry Rot and Water Damage www.tromlerconstruction.com Mobile - 916-765-5366 - Placerville, CA
General Contractor, Dry Rot and Water Damage

I am shocked to see the kinds of photos that taking photos from 20 feet in the air. I need to consider how to use this technique.

Oct 29, 2014 06:08 PM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Good morning, Mark....wow.... what a tremendous difference.... it all starts with the right equipment....then A FERY STEADY HAND!!!

Oct 29, 2014 07:26 PM
Jack O'Neal
HomeSmart Elite Group - Gilbert, AZ

Great advise. The pictures are definitely better when taken from above. Thanks for sharing.

Oct 29, 2014 08:43 PM
Ritu Desai 703-625-4949
Samson Properties - Chantilly, VA
Northern Virginia,Washington DC & Maryland Realtor

WOW using a painters poll amazing result. My problem is I cannot hold the camera steady. The pictures are always crooked ...

Oct 29, 2014 11:41 PM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Hi Mark, I regularly am climbing on top of my car bumper to get a better elevation. It works pretty well too.

Oct 29, 2014 11:42 PM
Jon Kolsky
Kolsky Realty & Management - Long Beach, CA
Licensed California Real Estate Broker

Mark Don McInnes, Associate Broker ~ thanks for teaching me something here! It is amazing, I can't believe what a difference it makes using a pole to take a picture... THANK YOU...

Oct 30, 2014 02:10 AM
Lee Jinks
Jinks Realty - McAllen, TX

There's an AR group dedicated to this very topic.  I don't think it's been very active.

 

http://activerain.com/groups/aerial

 

Here are various posts I've collected about PAP.

 

http://activerain.com/blogsview/2339046/pole-aerial-photography--pap-

 

Oct 30, 2014 02:36 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

Very cool. Thanks for the chance to meet this new Rainer - and the photography tips. I'll definitely check out his blogs. 

Oct 30, 2014 03:19 AM
Sam Miller
RE/MAX Stars Realty - Howard, OH
Knox County Ohio Real Estate Specialist

Make, This is a really great photo and an excellent example of using pole photography to make a serious difference.

Oct 31, 2014 11:42 AM
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

These pictures are stunning!

I'll visit his blog for sure to see more. Thanks for re blogging.

Oct 31, 2014 05:02 PM
Marco Giancola
Beachfront Realty - Miami Beach, FL
Realtor (305)608-1922, Miami Beach Florida

Hello Mark thanks for reblogging this -great tips-fantastic photos and wow what an amazing subject!

Oct 31, 2014 08:03 PM
Bette Gottwald
UNITED REAL ESTATE | Central PA - Mechanicsburg, PA
"Bet"on Central PA Real Estate!

Hi Mark, Wonderful tips and very interesting technique.  I will certainly check out Jeffrey's post. BTW, I'm in love with your dog.  

Nov 01, 2014 06:07 AM
Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho
Sandpoint Realty LLC - Sandpoint, ID
North Idaho Real Estate - 208-255.6227

Bette Gottwald thank you for saying hello, the comment and I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to follow me.  Have a great Sunday and enjoy that extra hour tonight.  Mark

Nov 01, 2014 11:47 AM
Tom Braatz Waukesha County Real Estate 262-377-1459
Coldwell Banker - Oconomowoc, WI
Waukesha County Realtor Real Estate agent. SOLD!

Mark Don McInnes Sandpoint

Outstanding photod. I absolutely love that beautiful home

Nov 23, 2014 01:55 PM