As a seasoned architectural photographer, David Madison has an unwavering passion for structural design and its many nuances. Through his trained eye, our exterior photography pays homage to cityscapes, historic landmarks, and verdant landscapes.
Each shoot begins with scouting the location. Scouting is critical to understanding the uniqueness of each production, what your vantage points are going to be, and the logistics involved with achieving those vantage points.
An expert exterior photographer, David works with you to uncover the best times, angles, and locations to capture each location.
Typically, the best time for exterior photography is during the magic hour, which is just after sunset or right before dawn, when the lighting is optimal. However, any time of the day or night can also be equally impactful based on your marketing goals.
Exterior night photography in cities, for example, can truly be awe-inspiring. David and his team often go a step beyond—even if it means finding a way to make the surrounding street sparkle by bringing in water trucks.
More and more buildings are being constructed with intentionality, and David considers the light design of each, particularly when it comes to exterior illumination. He works closely with the building designers and developers to showcase each structure the way it was intended to be seen.
It’s also important to contextualize the building in its setting and highlight all that’s unique about the space and its views. Getting the right angle sometimes means getting special permissions, especially when it comes to photographing from an adjacent rooftop. David’s team goes beyond professional photography services, taking on all the paperwork involved to gain access, so you don’t have to.