Ian Barker
Barkinmad Property Photography
What I can bring to the table is not just a photography service but a solution to your photography needs. Since starting in 2001 my photography has evolved considerably from portraits, weddings and events through to more commercial and property based genres. Each has its own individual challenges but the same basic ethos remains. Producing quality photos to excel all client expectations.
For several years I have been working with some of the biggest national estate agencies in the UK, Connells, Palmer Snell, Purple Bricks and Austin Wyatt, and always happy to add more where time allows.
Although based in Bournemouth regular work is undertaken around the country where necessary and exciting new ventures may take me.
Photography is not a point and shoot solution. Even though the properties I photograph don’t move, the image making process still takes some preparation due to lighting conditions, angles and special features. Relationships with people also have to be made to exhume the best visual content material.
As an individual I want people to look at my work and be happy they booked me. I want to be proud that my images are being used to show clients properties in the best possible way and want every shot to be a portfolio shot.
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Stage The Property
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Interior of Your Home
General
- Turn on all lamps and lights including oven hood, artwork, and cabinet lights. Replace any burned-out bulbs.
- Remove pet food, bowls, toys, and scratching posts. Conceal all pets.
- Conceal cords. They are not attractive.
- Fireplaces are terrific props and should be turned on if possible. If wood fireplaces are in the home, make sure a fire has been lit prior to filming to ensure it is mature in its development. If it is inconvenient to run either gas or wood-burning fireplaces then do not run them. Decorative candles may also be lit.
- Fully open all blinds and drapes. Physically close windows before our arrival.
- Open all doors to rooms that will be included in the tour. This will give an open feeling, ensure that no room is missed, and is vital to a Matterport™ tour for free flow movement.
- Remove excess children’s toys and limit clutter from children.
- Bedding, pillows, comforters, and bed skirts should be properly aligned. Make sure closets that will be in the tour are organized and straitened, this includes clothesin the hamper.
Kitchen
- Clear the kitchen island (if applicable) so the tour shows its spaciousness.
- Small appliances make counter space disappear. Please remove toasters (ovens and conventional), microwaves, coffeepots, knife blocks, mixers, garbage cans, etc…
- Clear schedules, menus, children art etc that might be stored on the refrigerator or in the house in general should be removed.
Bathroom
- All toilet seats should be closed. Shower/bath/hand and all toiletry items should be placed under the sink for the tour.
- Make sure the linens are clean and orderly.
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Exterior of Your Home
- Please put dogs and cats away along with hoses and trash cans before our arrival.
- Remove all vehicles from the front of the house and the driveway. If possible park at least 2 houses
away. If a car is not yours but you know the owner please ask if they can remove their car. - Turn on all waterscapes in the yard including jacuzzis, ponds, and waterfalls.
- Please remove ‘for sale’ sign if present (per Real Estate Board Rules)