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The basics of great short-term rental photography 1. Be mindful of the lightning Inadequate lighting is one of the most frequent photographic errors when photographing holiday rentals. One of the most crucial elements of a successful photograph is having the proper lighting. Your images will look more professional with good lighting, so be careful to: o Take caution when setting the white balance. o Open all blinds and curtains when taking photos to benefit from natural light. o Avoid utilizing the flash (if possible) to achieve a more natural effect. o Be mindful not to allow harsh sunlight to interfere with your photography. o Use your imagination when using fairy lights and other lighting sources. o When photographing images at sunrise or sunset or in low light, use a tripod. 2. Use high-resolution cameras and a wide-angle lens Even though you can take excellent images on your own, having specialized equipment might simplify some elements of vacation rental photography. A wide-angle lens is the most excellent choice for ensuring a high-quality outcome for your vacation rental photographs. Photos taken at a wide angle can capture more detail, give the impression that a place is more extensive, and attract more visitors. This kind of lens can be obtained in specialized stores or online. Nowadays, even smartphones have excellent cameras that enable you to shoot beautiful images. Make sure your smartphone has a high-resolution and quality camera because many now come with wide-angle ones. High-quality images help demonstrate your professionalism, as your rentals are well aware of. 3. Try different angles Vacation rental photography aims to help potential visitors visualize themselves staying at your home (and having a great time doing it!). For your potential guests to have a sense of the space, you should take several images from the perspective of someone walking into the room. To give them a thorough perspective of the space, you should attempt to shoot a few pictures of the same interior from various angles simultaneously. Nobody wants to see a close-up of every kitchen cabinet, so don't go overboard! The best way to help your visitors picture themselves in each room of your property is to present them with an accurate impression. Nobody wants to see a close-up of every kitchen cabinet, so don't go overboard! You want to encourage your visitors to see themselves using each space on your site, and the easiest way to do that is to depict the entire area accurately. 4. Pay attention to details You want to ensure that the pictures of your home give a favorable impression of your property and you as a property manager because they are your guests' first impression of you as a host. You want to present yourself as professionally as possible, whether you're a property manager or an owner renting a spare room. You ought to: o Avert flash-induced reflections (windows and mirrors) o So that everything appears neat and organized, clean all the surfaces and windows. Trim the bushes and remove any fallen branches from the outdoor space. o Include as many details as possible in the image, such as setting the dinner table to look inviting. o Make sure the bed linens are neat and straight. o Avoid ugly or visually distracting objects, such as cleaning supplies, trash cans, keys, or papers. o Make sure the toilet seat is down in the restroom! 5. Take photos of the exterior of the property The importance of the outside cannot be understated when dealing with holiday rental houses. Tell visitors how your home looks from the exterior and whether it has a yard, patio, or balcony. A picture of the outside of your vacation home will make it easier for visitors to find it when they check-in. Include the area your guests will have access to if the property has a garden. 6. Keep your short-term rental pictures updated Always portray the property in the best possible light in your images. This is why you should update the pictures of your vacation home every two years to ensure they're still relevant. You might not need to update your vacation home photos as frequently if they are of excellent quality, but you should still make sure that they accurately represent your property. Your rentals understand the value of images, so using us allows you to quickly submit excellent photos and distribute them on numerous vacation rental websites. Additional tips  Use bright and clear colors  Favor blue skies in your photos  Create motion for the water in the pool  Leave the doors and the windows opened in the picture  Use cut flowers to decorate vases, beds, and pillows.  Use flowers in your outdoor images  Place bottles and beverages on the table  Add colorful fruits  Add children's inflatables in your pictures  Ad elements and accessories that your guests will be interested in. Collaboration with your local tourist board. Nothing compares to being listed with your local tourism bureau. These businesses are aware of the value of top-notch listings. Tourism boards will want to mention your property in tourist guides and directories if you are a super-host offering a top-notch experience.