Monday, May 9, 2016

The Importance Of Professional Hotel Photographers

By Patricia Cooper


Booking hotels has changed greatly over the years, thanks to the Internet. As people rely mostly on the Internet in order to book rooms or suites, never before has the importance of professional hotel photographers been so obvious. Having said that, it's vital to choose highly qualified professionals to capture the essence of the accommodations.

This would require the photographer to shoot all the beautiful features, the lobby, and many more other areas to provide the potential customer the best first impression possible. A marketing plan in detail has to be created in order for the website and brochures to display the best photographs. Unfortunately for those who choose economical solutions may end up with poor photos that can negatively impact a business immensely.

It's a small price to pay for success. The manager involved in making the decisions regarding the choice photographer should interview numerous potential candidates. Looking at their portfolio allows the manager to observe their various samples of previous projects. Some may be filled with wedding photography, which would be vital to a resort who caters to weddings. If the photographer is lacking in this department, they may need to look for another who can provide the services.

Room staging is crucial, and must be done according to the targeted clientele. Sometimes, it's the way the curtains are drawn, where other times it's that and a combination of the bedspread folded down perfectly that indicative of comfort and relaxation. A tray with food and a flower may prove the accommodations are more luxurious and romantic. Those that aim for business people would generally use businesslike objects, such as a laptop placed on a table that overlooks a gorgeous view.

Again, it's all a part of the bigger scheme of the marketing strategy. That said, the photographer needs to use his creativity to show rooms or suites in their best light, so to speak. And on the subject of light, it has to be absolutely perfect, otherwise too much will be lost.

Failure to use the proper lighting may cause the outside light to have adverse effects both indoors and out. Beyond that, there is other important photographic equipment involved, such as wide angle lenses. Such lenses are capable of making a room appear larger and even more comfortable, regardless of its size.

Additionally, an experienced photographer should have some form of knowledge of marketing and advertising to be able to help the hotel generate more income by getting more guests. The average guest age should be considered so as to continue to sell appropriately to that age group. This would require, more often than not, the ability to choose the right models.

As for the rooms and the various architectural features of the structure, it's up to the professional to take them in the right angles. He must find the potential settings and best views that will continue to brand their image. However, there may be royalty fees involved, depending on the agreement. Paying the full price allows clients unlimited use of the images.




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