Architectural Portfolio

 

Architectural photography can be considered to encompass views of the exteriors and interiors of domestic, commercial, religious, institutional, and engineering structures, everything from skyscrapers to shacks. Virtually everywhere we go, we are surrounded by some sort of architecture on a daily basis. Because of this, it should come as no surprise that architecture is such a popular subject in photography. 

 

Despite its diversity, there are a number of principles and techniques which can be applies to most situations. Keeping them in mind at all times will encourage you to think more carefully about your framing, composition, and lighting.

When photographing old architecture, a simple composition usually works best, showing the natural beauty and elegance of the building. It helps to include some of the surrounding scenery to give context to the architecture and make it feel less cramped.

When photographing modern architecture you can get away with using a much more modern, abstract style. Experiment with wide angle lenses to produce extreme perspective, or photograph the building from unusual angles. Also, because modern buildings are often squeezed in very close to one another, you can crop in tightly on the building without making the photo feel unnatural.