{"id":100,"date":"2017-07-26T13:22:41","date_gmt":"2017-07-26T13:22:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/allthingshospitality.com\/blog\/?p=100"},"modified":"2019-03-04T18:18:08","modified_gmt":"2019-03-04T18:18:08","slug":"tips-to-prepare-for-professional-hotel-photography-part-two","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/allthingshospitality.com\/blog\/2017\/07\/tips-to-prepare-for-professional-hotel-photography-part-two\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips to Prepare for Professional Hotel Photography \u2013 Part Two"},"content":{"rendered":"

A picture is worth a thousand words, but are yours worth a thousand guests? Statistics show the number and quality of images directly affect conversion rates on all digital channels. After selecting the right photographer, preparation is the most critical step in a successful hotel photography session.<\/p>\n

While guest room images are viewed most by prospective travelers, public areas are important in selling your hotel. Follow these preparation tips to ensure the photographer can capture the best public area images! \u00a0Take a look at part one of this post for guest room preparation tips.<\/p>\n

1. Fitness Center<\/strong> – Stock towel shelves with clean and nicely rolled towels. Remove trash cans, towel baskets, and any other clutter. Make sure all weights and exercise balls are accounted for and in good condition. \u00a0Equipment and weights may be rearranged to ensure the best composition. Please have a team member available to help move heavy equipment. \u00a0Fitness centers can be popular places \u2013 your photographer may ask that it be closed temporarily during a portion of your session to capture images without guests.<\/p>\n

2. Lobby and Entry Space<\/strong> – ATH photographers understand hospitality is a 24\/7 business. \u00a0We are adept at working around an active hotel. \u00a0It is very helpful to have hotel staff members strategically placed to reduce the flow of guest traffic while the lobby and other public areas are being photographed. Remove newspapers, local area brochures, and any other clutter. Clear collateral from the front desk and lower computer monitors as far as possible.\u00a0If your brand requires a staff member in front desk shots, ensure you have a willing participant with a fabulous smile scheduled during your session time.<\/p>\n

3. The Market<\/strong> – Make sure the market is fully stocked and front-faced. Remove any unnecessary clutter. \u00a0If your market is busy, store a small inventory of your hottest items so they are available for the session.<\/p>\n

4. Rise and Shine – It\u2019s Time for Breakfast!<\/strong> – Photography guidelines for breakfast images are typically different than your routine breakfast set up. \u00a0Photographing your breakfast space after closing for the day allows adequate time to prepare the best composition, capture the images, and helps reduce guest traffic. \u00a0We suggest having staff members available to assist late arrivals and guide guests away from the area while images are captured.\u00a0See specific preparation information for your brand and check your brand breakfast photography guidelines for a complete list of items that should and should not be in the images. \u00a0Other important steps:<\/p>\n