Photography & Storytelling

Real Estate Photography in Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, & Southeast Michigan

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Residential Real Estate Photography

We showcase properties at their absolute best with the professional photography that highlights architectural details, natural lighting, and the unique character of each space. Perfect for listings, marketing materials, and property portfolios. Whether it's an AirBnB or a new sales listing, we're happy to serve the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Area. 50 mile radius

  • Real Estate Photography
  • Airbnb/VRBO photography
  • Vacation rental photography
  • Photo Editing
  • Real Twilight Photography
  • Virtual Staging
  • 360 virtual tours for Airbnb
  • Matterport Floor Plans
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Character and Comfort

AirBnB, Vrbo and Short-term rentals

Keep your rental booked solid with the help of professional photography. There's more creative freedom in these shoots compared to a standard real estate shoot, in that we can put in more emphasis on decor, location, and amenities. Photos include wide angle room shots as well as detail shots for close ups and points of interest. We photograph rentals following AirBnB and VRBO guidelines.

Let's make a listing that is always booked solid!

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For Sale by Owner

The home selling process can be intimidating. Without an agent, the photographs are the whole first showing. We walk the owner through every step of the photography process and provide guidance on staging. You get exactly what an agent's listing gets. The goal is to showcase all of the love, care, and meaning that went into the home. We process extra photos to make the sale easier and every file comes ready for listing on MLS sites, printing on flyers and yard signs, or sharing on Facebook Marketplace or Nextdoor.

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Service Pricing

Every home is photographed completely.

No photo counts, no per-image pricing, no upcharge for the room that took the longest.

Home size
Base rate
Up to 1,500 sq ft
$195
1,500 – 2,500 sq ft
$250
2,500 – 3,500 sq ft
$325
3,500 – 5,000 sq ft
$425
Over 5,000 sq ft
From $650

Every base rate includes the full interior and exterior set, a 2D floor plan, MLS-sized and full-resolution files, branded and unbranded links, and standard 48-hr delivery.

Drone Aerial Photos

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Drone Aerial Footage A full interactive walkthrough, embedded on the listing and shareable anywhere. Drone usage complies with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rules and is restricted to approved flight areas by the FAA. See full flight maphere.
+$195
VideoA ninety-second cinematic walkthrough and a vertical cut sized for Instagram and TikTok.
+$395
Matterport or Zillow 3D Virtual ToursA full interactive walkthrough, embedded on the listing and shareable anywhere.
+$195
Stand Alone 2d Floor Plansincluded with Photography
+$95

2D floor plan are included with all standard photography

Custom Property Websites

A Site for Every Listing, Beyond the MLS

A clean mobile-ready property site, branded to you or unbranded for the client, built for sales listings and Airbnb and Vrbo alike, with a year of hosting included.

Everything Else
Item
Base rate
Flambient Photos
$95
Virtual Staging - per image
$39
Sky Panos - 2 photos
$100
Virtual Twilight Photos - per additional photo
$10
Highlight Reel
$95
Next Day Turn-Around
$95

Travel

No travel charge within 25 miles of Ypsilanti — Ann Arbor, Saline, Dexter, Chelsea, Milan, Plymouth, Canton, Belleville. Beyond that, $45 flat to 50 miles, and $1.25 a mile past it. Detroit, Brighton, Northville, and Jackson all fall inside the flat.

We're here when you're ready!

Get in touch with us
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We work with realtors and businesses to ensure each property stands out.

Framing that reads the room.

Rooms are photographed to hold their proportion, sightlines, and detail, so a buyer scrolling on their phone can tell how the space is actually put together.

Shot for the light, not the clock.

Each property is scouted for sun angle and photographed in the hours it actually looks like itself, so the listing shows the house rather than a rushed walkthrough of it.

We work the way your listing works.

Vacant or staged, twilight or midday, one address or a portfolio of them — the shoot is scoped around how you actually sell, not a fixed package.

Have a real estate question?

Why is it priced by square footage instead of by photo count?

Because size is the only thing that actually changes the work; more rooms to shoot, more frames to edit. Photo counts are never quoted here. Every home is photographed completely, and the room that takes the longest is not an upcharge.

How far in advance do I need to book a real estate photographer?

Three business days is comfortable and same-week is normal. If a listing has to go live tomorrow, ask anyway. I will make it if I can. Rush delivery by 9 a.m. the next morning is $95.

Do you offer discounts for agents who list regularly?

Yes. After the fourth listing in a rolling quarter, the base rate drops ten percent and stays there, with nothing to sign and no package to buy up front. Teams shooting eight or more listings a quarter can set a flat per-listing rate for the year.

How long does a real estate photo shoot take?

Usually ninety minutes to three hours, depending on the size of the home. I work quietly around whoever is there, and the furniture goes back where it was.

Does the house need to be staged before the photo shoot?

No, but it should be tidy. After booking you get a one-page prep note covering what to clear, what to turn on, and what to leave alone. The goal is mainly to remove personal or identifiable items.

Do I need to be there for the shoot?

No. Lockbox or key access is fine, and most agents are not on site. If you would rather walk it with us, that works too.

Who owns the listing photos?

Paaause holds the copyright, and you get unlimited use for the listing and for your own marketing, permanently and including after the home sells. Third-party publication licensing is handled per request.

What happens if the weather is bad on shoot day?

Interiors go ahead as scheduled but try to be mindful of the outdoor condition as filtered sunlight can help fill in shadows and add warmth. If the exterior light is wrong, we come back for the front elevation at no charge rather than deliver a gray photograph of your listing. Same with twilight photography, real is better than virtual and we try to be mindful of that.

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Commercial Real Estate and Leasing Photography

Professional commercial real estate photography is essential for showcasing your property's value and attracting qualified tenants or buyers. Whether you're marketing an office building, retail space, industrial facility, or mixed-use development, high-quality imagery sets your listing apart in a competitive market. Our commercial photography services capture the scale, functionality, and unique features of your property, helping brokers, property managers, and owners close deals faster and maximize returns on investment.

  • Construction & Progress Photos
  • Aerial & Drone Photography
  • Before & After
  • Inspection Photos
  • Office Buildings & Coworking Spaces
  • Hotels & Hospitality Properties
  • Retail & Shopping Centers
  • Industrial & Warehouse Facilities

We bring an architect's understanding of space to commercial work: how a floor plate reads, where the daylight falls, and which angle shows a tenant how the space will work for them.

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