Professional Interior Images

As an interior designer and an artist, much of my work involves telling a story.  In interior design, storytelling connects people to spaces and objects, helping unite the overall vision for the project.  One often overlooked aspect of many interior design projects is preserving the finished space in photographs.  While I often take pictures myself of a space in progress, one of my most important partners is Eric Roth, my go-to photographer for completed projects.  I wrote about Eric recently and gave you a behind the scenes glimpse at what goes into taking professional interior photographs.  While I still can’t show pictures from that shoot, I do have another project  to share.

Welcome to Otis Hill Road, a lovely early 20th century home overlooking a picturesque harbor on the South Shore.  This is one of my favorite projects and I love how Eric captured the beauty and essence of the space.  When I work with Eric it is always a cooperative effort, which is wonderful for a designer.  Eric collaborates but does not dictate.  He is easy to work with, listens to suggestions and ideas and has a wealth of experience and professionalism that he brings to each job.

Let’s take a peek at the space, shall we?

First, the foyer.  At Eric’s suggestion,  we moved the slipper chairs to a different angle at the table. With this small change,  Eric was  able to present the space to its best advantage in a memorable and striking photograph.These next photographs show the living room which is  open to the formal dining room. Eric shows a beautiful wide shot, highlighting the interior space, the ceiling and light fixture as well as the seaside sunset view.  In addition, Eric takes care to feature the subtleties of the space as well.  This shot of one of the custom pillows not only provides a nice contrast to the wide shot, but also highlights the luscious trim of the pillow. Trims are  one of my signature details and this thoughtful inclusion serves to reinforce my  design aesthetic.

In the dining room, the table is set for a birthday party.  I love the details that we added: festive dishes, a petite cupcake painting and a simple pot of flowers with a  pop of color.  All of these elements serve to reinforce the story and continuity of the space.Moving into the kitchen, another story is being told.  The stove is lit with the kettle set to boil and the coffee cake is cut.  Rather than feeling contrived, the image invites the viewer in, just in time for breakfast while also highlighting the custom cabinets, tile work and granite countertops.Another kitchen photograph shows the decorative drawers dressed for Spring, complete with eggs and nests. On the counter,  lettuce and cantaloupe waiting to be enjoyed.

What’s wonderful about working with Eric is his ability to compose a shot and work cooperatively to style a photo.  The details and props thus serve to enhance the story and the space, not distract from it.  Eric’s interior photographs invite the viewer into the space with their composition, and then to linger over the details and the story.

As a designer, when I work with Eric Roth I feel secure in knowing that my projects and my hard work will be preserved in the most beautiful and professional manner.  This allows me to not only  build my portfolio and client base, but also to present projects for publication and industry recognition. Eric’s professionalism, warmth and sense of humor are a wonderful compliment to my skills and vision.  At the end of a shoot with Eric and his team, no matter how long the day has been, we always leave knowing we have great photographs and just as importantly, smiles on our faces.

“You don’t take a photograph, you make it”    

~Ansel Adams

xo,

Pamela