Real Estate Photo Foundations: Getting Started with Your Camera (Free)

Course Overview:

Dive into the essentials of real estate photography with our free foundational course, designed specifically for real estate professionals who want to capture their listings with confidence and skill. Whether you’re wielding a DSLR or tapping into the high-quality cameras of the latest iPhones, this course provides you with the foundational knowledge to take impressive real estate photos that resonate with buyers.

What You’ll Learn:

• Camera Basics: We demystify camera jargon and teach you the fundamentals of how to use any camera, including DSLR and mirrorless, with a focus on settings that are crucial for real estate photography, such as aperture, shutter speed, and ISO.
• Smartphone Photography: Discover how to make the most of your iPhone’s camera capabilities, including how to use HDR, panoramic shots for expansive rooms or landscapes, and portrait mode for detail shots.
• Composition Techniques: Learn the rules of composition to create balanced and inviting images. We cover the rule of thirds, leading lines, and perspective to help showcase the best features of a property.
• Lighting Essentials: Explore how to use natural and artificial light to illuminate your real estate photos effectively. We’ll share tips for shooting in various lighting conditions and how to avoid common issues like glare or shadows.
• Quick Edits on the Go: Get introduced to basic photo editing principles and apps that can enhance your photos straight from your iPhone. Learn to adjust brightness, contrast, and saturation to make your images pop.
• Practical Application: Put theory into practice with assignments that get you out shooting and reviewing real properties. Gain experience and build a starter portfolio that you can use to attract clients.

Course Format:

• Interactive Tutorials: Engage with easy-to-follow video tutorials that walk you through each concept step-by-step.
• Hands-On Exercises: Practical exercises to try out new skills with your camera or iPhone in a real-world setting.
• Resource Library: Access to a curated list of resources, including cheat sheets and reference guides for camera settings and iPhone camera features.

Who This Course Is For:

• Real Estate Agents: Who want to take control of their listing photos without having to hire a professional photographer.
• Real Estate Assistants: Looking to add value to their team by offering photography services.
• Property Managers: Who need to regularly update rental listing photos or document property conditions.

By the end of this course, you’ll feel comfortable using both a dedicated camera and your iPhone to capture real estate photos that help listings get noticed. This course is the perfect first step for real estate professionals aiming to enhance their property visuals and market their listings more effectively.