Senin, 09 Mei 2016

How To Choose 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.

Every potential customer will use these photographs as their first impression. So, all areas and features should be photographed. There should be a marketing plan developed, so the photographer will have the opportunity to photograph accordingly for both the website and brochures, if necessary. Unfortunately, those who choose lesser qualified professionals may pay a high price, as it can turn guests away.

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.

Staging is vital. Plus, the room has to be stays in a way that targets the actual clientele being aimed at. Sometimes, the expert will stage the room by showing the bedspreads folded down impeccably. In a romantic setting, there could be a perfectly placed tray that shows romance, filled with sweets and flowers. However, in a business setting, a laptop place by the window on a table that overlooks the tennis courts might be the best solution.

It all depends on the marketing strategy of the resort. A luxury spa resort would photograph the various rooms and their bathrooms in a way that is reminiscent of a spa, using folded crisp white towels and other elements found in these rejuvenating places. Additionally, the right lighting needs to be used in order to capture the right angles and the materials in their best light.

Improper lighting causes adverse effects both in digital and print photos. Moreover, professional equipment is necessary to be able to take the right pictures. Wide-angle lenses are a must because they can make even a small room appear much larger and more inviting.

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.

A qualified professional in this field is an artist. He or she must be able to seek out the resort's best views and settings to continue to sell the image in the marketing plan. The way photographs are purchased plays a huge role in the overall cost to the client. In most cases, it's much wiser to opt for photographers that provide every type of digital file available so that the images may be used in the format of their choice.




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