R2 to Present "How to Work with an Architectural Photographer" to AIA-KC

Kimberly Blom-Roemer of R2 Photography, LLC will be presenting "How to Work with an Architectural Photographer" to the AIA-Kansas City chapter.

February 25, 2010

12:00-1:00

AIA Kansas City Offices

1801 McGee, Suite 100, Kansas City, MO

This presentation is based on the Best Practices developed jointly by the AIA and the American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP) to illustrate the fundamental principles involved during a typical architectural photography project. By defining key terms, answering commonly asked questions and using easy-to-follow case study examples, this presentation will guide you through the entire process of working with an architectural photographer:

Topics covered:

- Selecting Projects to Photograph for Your Portfolio

- Selecting an Architectural Photographer

- Understanding the Estimate for a Photographic Assignment

- Preparing for the Location Shoot

- At the Location Shoot

- Post Production

- Controlling the Cost of a Photographic Assignment

- Licensing Photographs for Publication

- Continuing the Alliance

- Preparing for Professional Photography: A Checklist

Since arriving in Kansas City in 2008, your presenter Kimberly Blom-Roemer of R2 Photography, LLC is both an Affiliate Member of the KC AIA and the Vice President of the ASMP-KC/Mid-America chapter. R2 Photography specializes ONLY in architectural photography services. We believe the unique needs of the architectural, interior design, and construction industries absolutely require a 100% focus on this specialty in order to provide the exceptional our clients demand.

Northern Climate Exterior Photography in Winter

I have been suffering from a bad case of déjà lately. I lived in Anchorage, Alaska for 8.5 years, and the last month has resembled life there more than the temperate (relatively speaking) climate of Kansas City.

The insanity of the weather outside does not mean your exterior photography needs to come to a standstill. Some projects honestly can benefit from leafless trees and low directional lighting.

If you have a fair amount of foliage, especially deciduous plants, in front of your project that obscures design elements, to photograph the structure in the winter is the ideal solution. You can capture the entire structure unobstructed, showing off the entire structure.

The low lighting angle of the winter months can also create interesting highlights on your design, emphasizing angles and depth, that otherwise might not be captured during the overhead light of the summer months.

Finally, the massive amounts of reflective light can also enhance both your interior and exterior views in ways only possible when there is a beautiful coating of that white stuff all over outside.

Of course, you always can move forward with your interior photography. There is no reason to delay capturing those views when the facility is new, clean and looking its best. You can always follow up later with the exterior shoot when the weather and season best shows off your designs.

Not every structure can benefit from the unique conditions of winter photography, but in many cases, it can be a rare opportunity. So, just because it is winter, does not mean all your photography needs to come to a halt.

Stay warm and safe this winter!

Whether you were there or not, and whether we are your photographer on a project or not, if you have any questions or comments about commissioning architectural photography, please feel free to drop us a line anytime. We'd be happy to help!

Kimberly Blom-Roemer
Photographer
R2 Photography, LLC
r2-photography.com

866-722-9506