image by michael molloy
so many times i stumble across a designers page, scroll through the portfolio/gallery images and sadly, i am more often than not disappointed at what i see. as a designer i feel that a website is an introduction to who you are and what you do, a first impression to say the least so shouldn't desingers recongize the importance of visual stimulation - especially being in a field of visual interpretations?
above i have an image by photographer michael molloy of a kitchen much like many in our homes. nothing too fancy, nothing too extreme ... like a kitchen you would probably see at a friends or family house or maybe even our own. but the composition of the image is what stands out and really brings the kitchen to life. what would otherwise probably be a "oh nice kitchen" during a pass by has now become, "wow. what a sharp looking kitchen!" it grabs your attention, as a matter of fact it demands it, which is what i think designer portfolios should do.
so what's my point ... ???
designers, please please please invest in a good photographer. your space and creation may be spectacular in real life but on film it can look dull and lifeless. a good photographer who knows who to ultize light, work with dimensions and depth can really bring a space to life. that's why i admire and really respect good interior photography ... it's essential! here are a few examples of great photography in simple spaces.
image by michael molloy
image by willam geddes
8 comments:
That is so true Jenn! I can not even browse through a badly formatted or ill-designed website. And sometimes I would question the true design aesthetics of a designer is s/he does not care less or does not try to present his/her work in a way that is pleasing to the eye and easy to navigate
so true. lighting. angles. even the best works at the Louvre can appear dull and lifeless with an amateur's eye behind the lens.
bhavna, very true.
people under estimate the power of a website.
if only people knew the importance of good photography franki
These are beautiful photos. I can't agree enough with what you say; interior photography is truly an artform! I notice the same issue in real estate listings, which also utilizes interior photography. You can always tell when an agent has used a professional.
This is very true, I am learning this after many years redesigning rooms but having nothing spectacular to show for it! I either need to bring a skilled photographer or learn the art myself. I am realizing that photographing your artistic work needs to be as important as doing the project itself. I am working on that so this is a very timely topic for me.
Great post!
hi sarah,
real estate agents are a big part of my clientele listing when it comes to photography. i think you can sell a place even before clients come to view it with a good designer and photographer.
hi melissa,
i'm glad you are inspired and realize the importance of a good photographed interior, especially if you design. i would love to see some of your work :)
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