As an architectural photographer I use the tools of the trade to create an accurate, flattering set of images of an architect’s built design. The images are intended to tell a story. Most of the time I use available light as opposed to flash. I’ve found that the aesthetic leans towards a soft, natural, muted look. For most architectural images, I use a small aperture, getting most of the scene in focus. Detail images are the exception to this. These images provide a different look in the series, helping to break the pattern and hold interest. The most exciting part of a shoot is creating hero images for the series. These are the images that should have the stopping power to grab viewers’ attention, encouraging them to view the remainder of the series. At most, I spend 20% of my time on hero images, but I choose the most important time of day which is usually from sunset until late twilight. Below are just a few examples of my recent work.