Architectural Photography, 3rd Edition

Architectural photography is more than simply choosing a subject and pressing the shutter-release button; it's more than just documenting a project. An architectural photograph shows the form and appeal of a building far better than any other medium. With the advent of the digital photographic workflow, architects, real estate firms, and interior designers are discovering exciting new opportunities to present and market their work.
But what are the ingredients for a successful architectural photograph? What equipment do you need? How can you improve your images in the digital darkroom? Why does a building look different in reality than it does in a photograph? In this book you will find the answers to these questions and much more.

Author Adrian Schulz-an architect and photographer by training-uses real-world projects to teach you how to:

Preliminary TOC:



1 Foreword

1.1 What Is Architectural Photography?

1.2 The History of Architectural Photography

1.3 Authenticity in Architectural Photos

1.4 Forms of Architectural Photography



2 Camera Technology

2.1 Advantages and Disadvantages of Digital Cameras

2.2 The Camera

2.3 Lenses

2.4 The Perfect Camera/Lens Combination for Every BuEAet

2.5 Accessories

2.6 Creative Tips and Tricks



3 Shooting Techniques

3.1 What Makes a Great Architectural Photo?

3.2 The Role of Architecture as a Photographic Subject

3.3 Perspective

3.4 Converging Verticals

3.5 Camera Standpoint

3.6 The Effects of Focal Length

3.7 Image Formats

3.8 Composition and Framing

3.9 Camera Settings

3.10 Using Filters

3.11 Interior Architectural Photography

3.12 External Factors That Influence a Shoot

3.13 Creative Tips and Tricks

3.14 Solutions to Common Problems



4 Image Processing

4.1 Digital Image Formats

4.2 RAW Conversion

4.3 Post-processing

4.4 Panoramas

4.5 HDR and DRI Images

4.6 Creative Tips and Tricks



Index