In 2015, I set out on a path that would blend my creative instincts with my professional life—real estate photography. What started as a way to capture the beauty of homes soon became the foundation for bigger creative endeavors. Today, I work in both photography and film, but real estate photography remains the backbone of my skillset, grounding me as I expand into new territories.
Discovering Real Estate Photography: Real estate photography wasn’t my first job, but it was the first one that truly resonated with me. I had worked in other industries, such as junk removal and sales, where the problems were always obvious and stressful. As someone sensitive to environments, I craved a role where beauty, creativity, and problem-solving aligned.
The best part of real estate photography? By the time I’m called in, the property is already at its most beautiful. There’s little chaos—just the job of capturing that beauty. Real estate agents rarely have time to shower compliments on the work, but the repeat calls for new jobs and the steady income told me I was onto something.
From Still Shots to Motion Pictures: The skills I gained in real estate photography directly influenced my filmmaking journey. Composition was a major one—finding that perfect angle, focusing on something captivating, and staying on it. The wide-angle lens I used to photograph interiors translated well to shooting actors in tight spaces.
As I started offering video packages for real estate, I took it as an opportunity to hone my storytelling skills. With each house I filmed, I imagined I was a full film crew, creating cinematic shots and editing with the same care as if I were working on a feature film. These experiences gave me confidence to dive deeper into video work.
Creativity Meets Business: The difference between real estate photography and filmmaking is that in real estate, you're working within stricter standards. But in the world of film, there’s more room for creativity. Even so, I modeled my photography style after cinematic standards, always striving to bring a touch of film-like beauty to every shot.
One of my favorite projects early on was capturing a stunning beach property. The job required both sunset and sunrise shots, so I got to spend the night at the location—an incredible experience that reaffirmed why I love what I do.
A Balancing Act: Real Estate as the Backbone: While filmmaking is my passion, real estate photography remains the backbone of my business. It’s steady, in demand, and it’s allowed me to support my creative projects even when they don’t always monetize right away. In fact, real estate work has led to some exciting opportunities. For instance, I got to film for a mockumentary project in LA, and I even worked on a behind-the-scenes project connected to Telemundo.
However, the transition from photography to film hasn’t always been smooth. I once had to adapt to using a professional RED camera—an incredible but challenging upgrade. Thankfully, my drone shots impressed the team, proving that my skillset could always expand.
Looking Forward: The Next Creative Chapter: Real estate photography has opened doors, allowing me to work with amazing clients in high-ticket markets, and I continue to be inspired by their passion for sales. I’d love to grow my work with luxury listings, or perhaps venture into film projects with major companies like Disney or Marvel. And, of course, the ultimate dream would be to work on something related to my all-time favorite: James Bond.
But no matter where I go, real estate photography will always be the foundation of my journey. It's a career that’s allowed me to share my perspective with the world, capturing beauty that’s not always accessible to the masses—and for that, I’m grateful.
In conclusion, I look forward to what the future holds, knowing that I have a strong foundation to build from.
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