Let’s get real for a moment: Airbnb is a visual platform. Guests don’t fall in love with your location—they fall in love with your photos. If your listing isn’t performing the way it should, your photos might be the reason why.
When it comes to showcasing your vacation rental, understanding the fundamental difference between real estate photography and Airbnb photography is essential for capturing guests’ attention. While real estate photography primarily focuses on architectural grandeur and spatial dimensions to sell a property, Airbnb photography serves a distinctly different purpose—it’s about selling an experience.
If you want your Airbnb listing to earn more per night, land more bookings, and attract better guests, there’s one major tool you might be overlooking: the photos.
But even the best professional photographer can only work with what’s in front of the lens. That’s why prepping your short-term rental before a photoshoot is
Have you ever relistened to your Airbnb listing’s playback and thought, “Do these photos really do my space justice?” If you’re questioning it, you’re already on the right track. In my latest video, “Airbnb Photos Not Booking? Top 10 Mistakes (and How to Fix Them),” I dive deep into the common pitfalls that trip up hosts—and more importantly, how to fix them fast. In this companion post, I’ll unpack each mistake, share insights on why it matters, and give you actionable steps to elevate your listing photos.
Watch the full video here: Airbnb Photos Not Booking? Top 10 Mistakes – and How to Fix Them
I’m thrilled (and honestly still a little stunned) to share that I’ve been named PFRE Photographer of the Month for April 2025 — and this marks my fifth time winning this award.
Who Owns Your Listing Photos? Let’s Talk Real Estate Image Licensing
When you hire us to shoot a listing, what exactly are you paying for?
Many agents assume they “own” the images once they’ve paid for the shoot. But that’s not how image licensing works. What you’re actually getting is a license to use the photos — not the images themselves.
And honestly? That’s what keeps your cost low.
AI for Photographer sis definitely the future of ours and many other businesses. As the new year starts, I find myself looking ahead, setting new goals, and thinking about how to make my photography business stronger and more efficient. Over the last year, we have seen artificial intelligence really come to the fore, and how to make Discover how AI for Photographers can revolutionize your work in 2025. Learn to embrace AI tools for editing, marketing, and more, enhancing your creativity without losing the human touch.” Every January, I take stock of where I am, what’s working, and what needs improvement. This year, one thing is impossible to ignore: AI. It’s all around us now; It’s in the news, it’s in our editing software, and it’s doing things that seemed like sci-fi not long ago.
It’s always a thrilling moment when your work is acknowledged, and this time, it’s truly an honor to win the PFRE Photographer of the Month! My photograph, capturing the delicate beauty of fresh flowers on a pine wood table bathed in natural light, was proudly selected as the “Best of the Month” for May by PFRE in their
In our quest to provide the most immersive, detailed, and user-friendly 3D home tours, R/E Media is thrilled to announce the acquisition of the cutting-edge Matterport 3 Pro camera. This remarkable technology catapults us into a league of our own in Utah, promising an unparalleled virtual experience for both property owners and prospective buyers.
Natural light is the key to creating stunning real estate photos that showcase a property in its best possible light. At R\E Media, we go above and beyond to bring the outdoors in and create a warm and inviting atmosphere that will make potential buyers feel right at home. Whether it’s using natural light or faking it, let us help you create stunning interior shots that will make your property shine.