Architectural Photography Aesthetics

After the many arduous months of design and construction, every new building development deserves to be photographed in all its glory for online viewing. Check out Binghamton University's Mountainview residence halls for example - pictured best alongside its landscape of opportunity featuring open blue skies and a beach volleyball court waiting to be enjoyed.

A Bird’s-eye View for Residential Prospects

With vibrant colors and clear skies, Spring is an ideal time to photograph new building developments like the Belle Sherman Cottages from above. Jon Reis Photography considers lighting, weather, composition, plane movement, and patience to produce stunning aerials that will catch attention in the crowded housing market.

Exterior Views for NYC Public Schools

The NYC School Construction Authority has been hard at work building and annexing public schools across New York City. Meanwhile, Jon Reis Photography continues to document the finished architecture for their website and gallery of projects at their Long Island City headquarters. What you cannot see here is the telephone pole and many overhead wires that we removed with digital retouching to make the primary view outstanding and uncluttered.

Window Lighting for your Listing

If it's one thing photographers and home-buyers have in common, it is attention to window light. When properly exposed with sun pouring through, any room can exude the vibrant, comforting sensation that potential buyers are searching for.

Check out our living space photography samples to catch a glimpse of how your property could compete on the real-estate market.

Get the Glow: Lighting Building Exteriors at Dusk

Photographing exteriors at dusk provides an opportunity to bring a building to life with color and contrast. In this image, the Cayuga Medical Center becomes a warm sanctuary, inviting patients into a comfortable atmosphere. Not to mention, the addition of a tranquil water-side reflection works only to further this impression.

Movement through Perspective

Architects pay close attention to the ways in which patrons are guided through a space by means of physical components and visual signifiers. Similarly, photographers must align elements within a frame to guide the eye through an area or facade. These images of PS96 Addition in the Bronx by MDSzerbaty + Associates are a few of many examples in our collection.

Architecture in Context

We find it fitting that the Cornell Lab of Ornithology be photographed within its surrounding environment. Jon Reis Photography jumped in a rowboat to get this shot with the building exterior reflected and greenery framing the building.

Working ALL the Right Angles ~ Reis and Hatch Perspective

By combining Dede Hatch's eye for detail and abstraction with Jon Reis' wide angle views, every essential aspect of your architectural design can be captured and examined by potential clientele. Hatch says, "I like pictures that ask questions rather than provide answers." Through this vision, hidden details like this cabinet surface are highlighted while full-view images are used in tandem to illustrate the overall structure. 

Strategic Lighting for Architecture Assignments

Jon Reis Photography captures light emerging from the embedded glass block on Cornell's Ives Hall through employing professional lighting techniques. Rather than waiting for darkness to fall, we set up lights behind the glass to make the architectural design glow. We consider every detail during the shoot from adding extra lighting to avoiding obtrusive objects in order to make each component work towards creating an appealing illustration of the structure.

Photographing Building Exteriors at Night

By photographing the Cornell Dairy Bar's iconic milk jug at the "magic hour," the light from within and surrounding the building glows to catch the viewer's eye. Jon Reis Photography specializes in creating images at specific times of day to show off the structure's unique qualities. Every detail is taken into account to ensure that not only the lighting but also perspective and framing are utilized to create an aesthetically pleasing depiction of the architecture and signage. Advertising, contest submissions, and portfolios can all benefit from high quality photography work, and Jon Reis Photography guarantees to make your building shine amongst the rest.

Getting the Architectural Design Work You Want

Strategically photographing architectural details can bring their significance to the forefront; making an overall structure that much more impressive. This solar voltaic skylight in Cornell's Fernow Hall is not only essential to the building's energy efficient design but also creates an interesting graphic element in the architecture. Professional images are key for advertising to future clients and getting the design jobs you strive for, and at Jon Reis Photography we will make sure every detail and wide-angle view work in your favor. 

Interior Profiles with High Dynamic Range

Advertising, design submissions, and personal portfolios can all benefit from high quality architectural imagery by Jon Reis Photography. Here, the dynamic design for the McGovern Center for Venture Development is depicted through creative attention to perspective and composition. Schedule today to get started on making your interior spaces stand out.

From Site Planning to Building Design

Photographed eight times a day for four days, the New Era Building Systems architectural project can be relived from start to finish through photographic documentation. This modular design is unique for its quick development time and energy efficiency. Capturing the process provides a visual record of the innovative building design. Advertising, contest submissions, and portfolios can all benefit from high quality images by Jon Reis Photography.

Finding the Light at the Magic Hour

Innovative business portraits can set you apart by creating a memorable look reflecting the personality of your brand. Plasterer and music producer Craig Street's clothing style, arm positioning, and tool in hand set the stage for the message he wanted to convey. Through expertise in lighting at specific times of day, Jon Reis Photography chose this shadowed wall with an interesting light fixture to add a unique element to the portrait. Through the combination of Craig's personality and Jon Reis Photography's vision, an original depiction of a creative professional emerges. 

A View Behind the Glass ~ Reis and Hatch Perspective

The Reis and Hatch architectural photography team innovatively captures structures and environments through collaborating their unique artistic visions. Dede Hatch utilizes a long lens and keen sense of design to show off the graphic elements that the architect brought to the PS 340 project in Astoria, NY. Meanwhile, Jon Reis photographs with a wide angle lens to provide all-encompassing views of the school. See the beauty of your architectural project through every angle with the Reis and Hatch Perspective.

Developing a Sense of Place and Structure

Gates Hall represents the information science community at Cornell University through its architectural design. Jon Reis Photography made sure to capture this essence for Building Design + Construction Magazine by spotlighting the building's unique characteristics. The large windows are a key feature of the structure because they create bright, open spaces, ideal for the free-flow of energy and ideas. We accentuated this design concept along with many others through various photographic techniques, including choice of lens, perspective, and exposure control.

Building ~ It's All in the Details

Textured materials like the Ives Hall brick gives this MDSzerbaty +Associates design a unique aspect of beauty. By using a raking light along with shadow placement, Jon Reis Photography accentuated this interesting detail. With attention to both form and function, we provide architectural photography that illustrates the structure in both a documentary and artistic view. 

Take Another Look at Interior Design using Color

In late afternoon, sunlight shining into Cayuga Medical Center's renovated lobby creates long shadows and reflections that give the space a unique graphic appeal. With over 30 years of experience, Jon Reis Photography utilizes time of day, perspective, composition, and numerous other professional techniques to showcase the best qualities of your building design.

Building Design & Environment

Taken before the Ithaca City Courthouse acquired damages and closed down its bridge, this image is impossible to capture today and was certainly tricky to shoot at the time. A 4x5 film view camera was lowered downward on a rope with a long exposure time to soften the water, resulting in a beautiful view of the architecture at dusk. Jon Reis Photography utilizes his numerous years of professional experience to dynamically illustrate the structure, no matter the obstacles. 

Interior Design Materials and Details Found

To capture this Perkins Eastman design, Jon Reis Photography scouted the location multiple times to determine the ideal time of day and lighting pattern for this particular space. Reflections were key in this instance to highlight the materials used as well as give the photograph graphic appeal. We ensure that every detail and angle is taken into account in order to turn your 3D interior design into a compelling 2D image.