Lifestyle Product Photography for The Modern Furniture - 1st Quarter Shoot
I have been photographing The Modern Furniture’s stores around Australia over the past 12 months, and I was so glad they asked me to now also do their lifestyle product photography. This was a 10 hr day. We hired Honey House for the shoot, and had the help of 3 team members from The Modern Furniture, plus myself and Mathilde to make this happen on the day. We ended up being able to capture over 100 photos, and deliver 8 videos. Of course Mathilde and I took on the stylist roles and lighting technicians. The Modern Furniture aim to do one of these lifestyle shoots per quarter. We are excited to see what we do next with these photo shoots.
I have been photographing The Modern Furniture’s stores around Australia over the past 12 months, and I was so glad they asked me to now also do their lifestyle product photography. This was a 10 hr day. We hired Honey House for the shoot, and had the help of 3 team members from The Modern Furniture, plus myself and Mathilde to make this happen on the day. We ended up being able to capture over 100 photos, and deliver 8 videos. Of course Mathilde and I took on the stylist roles and lighting technicians. The Modern Furniture aim to do one of these lifestyle shoots per quarter. We are excited to see what we do next with these photo shoots.
Gold Coast Interior Photography for Highlife Homes new build in Miami.
The fifth project I have photographed for Highlife Homes building company on the Gold Coast.
An absolutely stunning project on the Gold Coast, a pleasure to spend a few days in, capturing each room in it’s best natural sunlight scene.
Branding Portraits for Sophie Carter Real Estate
A fantastic branding portrait shoot in the Northern Rivers, for well known real estate agency, Sophie Carter and the team. A pleasure to work with these beautiful people.
Why you should hire an editorial style photographer over a real estate photographer
What do editorial style photographers do, that real estate photographers don’t.
Now I’m not saying all real estate photographs, but the low budget real estate photographers, are generally not going to do the following, and an editorial style photographer will (and I always will):
1/they’ll get to know you ahead of the shoot, and what you are really hopping for out of the final photos of the property.
2/ asses the sunlight direction, write out a shoot plan, with the sunlight being the no. 1 priority … this means capturing the property in it’s best natural sunlight scenes.
What do editorial style photographers do, that real estate photographers don’t, and why should you hire a editorial style photographer over a real estate photographer to photograph your next interior design project or airbnb.
Now I’m not saying all real estate photographs, but the low budget real estate photographers, are generally not going to do the following, and an editorial style photographer will (and I always will):
1/they’ll get to know you ahead of the shoot, and what you are really hopping for out of the final photos of the property.
2/ asses the sunlight direction, write out a shoot plan, with the sunlight being the no. 1 priority … this means capturing the property in it’s best natural sunlight scenes.
3/ style to camera, they’ll often bring their own homewares props, but will also use what the home has available, they will be using a tripod, and tethering their camera to an iPad or laptop, so that they can walk into the composition, see live what they are about to capture and tweak every homewares and furniture piece, to make for a more appealing photo (if needed, and time allows).
4/ they’ll use fresh flowers and greenery to add warmth, feel and mood to the home.
5/ they use more appealing compositions, having things blurred in the foreground, drawing the eye into the focal point. This really sets the scene and vibe of the property.
6/ they’ll use human figures in the photo, to add to the scale of the portions of the home, and for viewers to imagine themselves in the space.
7/ they’ll think of styling details, like adding ice to the glasses of water, to add more ‘life’ to the photos, with out needing to actually put a person in the photo if it’s not possible for the shoot.
8/ you are definitely more liking to get published using an editorial style photographer over a real estate photographer
Have you got any questions about the difference between a traditional real estate photographer and editorial style photographer, please don’t hesitate to get in contact, I’d love to chat.
hello@tanikablair.com.au
Gold Coast Interior Design Photography for PLK Design
When assessing the rooms you need to photograph, it’s important to take note of the lighting conditions. One side of the house may have a warm tone, while the other side may appear colder with a blue tinge. It’s best to avoid capturing the rooms with cool, blue lighting as much as possible. Instead, wait for the natural sunlight to move throughout the day, transforming the ‘blue rooms’ into warm, inviting spaces.
Understanding and adjusting colour temperature can greatly influence the mood and ambiance of your photographs.
Take a peek into a shoot recently completed for @plkdesign, it was an absolute pleasure working with Peter for the day, to capture his latest project.
Let’s talk lighting for photography.
When assessing the rooms you need to photograph, it’s important to take note of the lighting conditions. One side of the house may have a warm tone, while the other side may appear colder with a blue tinge. It’s best to avoid capturing the rooms with cool, blue lighting as much as possible. Instead, wait for the natural sunlight to move throughout the day, transforming the ‘blue rooms’ into warm, inviting spaces.
Understanding and adjusting colour temperature can greatly influence the mood and ambiance of your photographs.
By timing your shots to capture the rooms when they are bathed in warm natural light, you can enhance the overall ambiance and colour temperature of the space. This attention to lighting can greatly contribute to the visual appeal and mood of your photographs.
Before a shoot, I will ask the client for a floor plan and the address of the property, I will then use an app called Sun Surveyor to predict the natural sunlight for each room of the house. I’ll write out a plan of attack for the day, down to each hour/room. Sometimes the plan will change, but this gives us a good base going into the day, to know if we are on time, or running late, to work with all the best lighting for the day.
What would you love to know about interior photography? I’m an open book, and curious what questions you have?
Product Photography for Cosmetic Bags by Pip & Haze
It’s all smokes and mirrors baby … don’t have a photogenic bathroom? No worries, I created these different looks around my own home, as much as I try to keep my styling chaos for a shoot in my actual studio, it always spills into other rooms of my home … depending on where the natural light is hitting and what texture from my exisiting furniture I am wanting to use.
These beautiful cosmetic bags are by Pip and Haze, we loved getting to have a little fun and be creative for this colourful brand.
It’s all smokes and mirrors baby … don’t have a photogenic bathroom? No worries, I created these different looks around my own home, as much as I try to keep my styling chaos for a shoot in my actual studio, it always spills into other rooms of my home … depending on where the natural light is hitting and what texture from my exisiting furniture I am wanting to use.
These beautiful cosmetic bags are by Pip and Haze, we loved getting to have a little fun and be creative for this colourful brand.
For the shoot, I made up all the little ‘bathroom vignettes’ all over the house … I could of used photography lighting, but knowing what time each practical spot was going to get beautiful natural sunlight, and just left it set up, and shot each spot in the natural sunlight when it hit.
STYLING TIP:
Incorporate a mix of textures and colours to add depth and visual appeal. Combine different materials like fabrics, wood, metal, or glass to create an interesting and layered composition. Pay attention to the colour palette of the space and choose accessories that complement it.
Gold Coast Skin Clinic Branding Photography for Skin Forum
Such a pleasure to capture this oh so very calm space. Skin Forum’s second Gold Coast location in Chirn Park.
A location and branding shoot, to use across their website, google page and social media. (and I have loved seeing how they have used their professional photography in their marketing, really making the most of it).
The brief was: MOODY …. The team wasn’t able to meet me at the location too early for the shoot, but using my various photography lighting tricks and techniques, I was able to bounce natural sunlight into the skin clinics entry foyer, and use only the feature lighting (no the downlights) to create the feel the client was after.
Such a pleasure to capture this oh so very calm space. Skin Forum’s second Gold Coast location in Chirn Park.
A location and branding shoot, to use across their website, google page and social media. (and I have loved seeing how they have used their professional photography in their marketing, really making the most of it).
The brief was: MOODY …. The team wasn’t able to meet me at the location too early for the shoot, but using my various photography lighting tricks and techniques, I was able to bounce natural sunlight into the skin clinics entry foyer, and use only the feature lighting (no the downlights) to create the feel the client was after.
Emro Designs - Aboriginal rugs, mats & cushions. Tweed Heads Photography Studio.
Always love working with Emma from Emro Designs - this time in my home studio.
Burleigh Heads New Build Architectural Photography for Designer, Jim Mullins
This newly built Burleigh Heads home was captured over two professional architectural photoshoots … including a sunrise session to capture the changing light of the streetside front exterior of this family home. The variety of textured finishes creates beautiful shadows across the facade. This is the 4th project I have photographed for Jim Mullins, always a pleasure to see his work in person.
This newly built Burleigh Heads home was captured over two professional architectural photoshoots … including a sunrise session to capture the changing light of the streetside front exterior of this family home. The variety of textured finishes creates beautiful shadows across the facade. This is the 4th project I have photographed for Jim Mullins, always a pleasure to see his work in person.
Gold Coast Interior Photography for DNA of Design Home Renovation Project - House no. 2
The team was given the absolute pleasure to photograph the latest DNA of Design Gold Coast renovation project. To capture home no. 2 for this renovation series was fantastic. A 3 day shoot, to be able to capture every room in detail, browse some of our favourite shots below.
Deb and Andy are fantastic to work with, and the Urban Road team are always wonderful.
We love this house, you should check out the series here.
The team was given the absolute pleasure to photograph the latest DNA of Design Gold Coast renovation project. To capture home no. 2 for this renovation series was fantastic. A 3 day shoot, to be able to capture every room in detail, browse some of our favourite shots below.
Deb and Andy are fantastic to work with, and the Urban Road team are always wonderful.
We love this house, you should check out the series here.
Palm Beach Interior Photography for Interior Design Studio, Bhodz Projects
Our 4th photo shoot with the talented Bhodi Wells, of Bhodz Projects. This time back at his Palm Beach project, to photograph the 2nd stage of the renovation of this home. And what a transformation it is.
Check out the 1st shoot we did of this home for Bhodi here.
Our 4th photo shoot with the talented Bhodi Wells, of Bhodz Projects. This time back at his Palm Beach project, to photograph the 2nd stage of the renovation of this home. And what a transformation it is.
Check out the 1st shoot we did of this home for Bhodi here.
Broadbeach Interior Photography for Interior Designer, Design Scout Interiors
Another stunning Interior Design project by the talented Jacinta Platt, of Design Scout Interiors in Broadbeach, QLD.
A very stormy day, creating moody light, made even better by professional photography lighting to create this look. (I’m always prepared for whatever the weather may be on the day of the shoot).
Another stunning Interior Design project by the talented Jacinta Platt, of Design Scout Interiors in Broadbeach, QLD.
A very stormy day, creating moody light, made even better by professional photography lighting to create this look. (I’m always prepared for whatever the weather may be on the day of the shoot).
Creatives in the industry you need for your next photoshoot
You’ve booked a shoot with me, what’s next? … do you want to know the top 4 questions I get asked by my clients?
Do you have a make up artist you recommend?
Erin Forbes is my number 1 recommendation for make up, she can also style hair, but if it’s a bigger shoot, with more people, you may want to book in with Moosh Hair Studio.
Where do you purchase fresh flowers and greenery?
If you can get there, The GC Flower Market, in Burliegh Heads is fantastic, closer to my local area, I use Tugun Fruit and Flower Market.
Where can we hire furniture and large props for our photo shoot?
I have a large collection of smaller homewares props available to hire for my shoots, but if there are larger furniture items you are in need of for your shoot, I can highly recommend Tailored Space Interiors, in Tweed Heads.
What is your favourite studio to work in?
I do have my own photography studio, to use for small shoots …. when it’s not possible to use my own photography studio (if it is a larger shoot, with a bigger team) … my favourite Photography Studio is 11 Past 11 Studio in Currumbin, Masa is always so helpful, and is set up so well, for all kinds of shoots, he has everything you need.
Gold Coast Hair Salon Photography for The Bay Hair Co
An updated photo shoot for The Bay Hair Co, a beautiful hair salon in Rainbow Bay, Coolangatta.
profile photographs
candid, in-aciton photographs
product photographs
interior photographs
Updated photography for The Bay Hair Co, a beautiful hair salon in Rainbow Bay, Coolangatta.
profile photographs
candid, in-acton photographs
product photographs
interior photographs
Gold Coast Commercial Interior Photography for Accomodation Peppers Soul - Accor Hotels
The 5th property we have photographed for the Accor Hotels group.
A cloudy day that made for the most short nature light to shoot with.
A pleasure to capture this 3 bedroom Penthouse.
The 5th property we have photographed for the Accor Hotels group.
A cloudy day that made for the most short nature light to shoot with.
A pleasure to capture this 3 bedroom Penthouse.
Why choose professional photographer, Tanika Blair and her team to capture your latest project or next product campaign.
Here at Tanika Blair Photography, we work as a team to facilitate new idea's and creativity to bring our clients vision to life.
A collaborative effort that leads to innovation, productivity and success.
Why choose Tanika and her team to capture your latest project or next product campaign.
Here at Tanika Blair Photography, we work as a team to facilitate new idea's and creativity to bring our clients vision to life.
A collaborative effort that leads to innovation, productivity and success.
We understand the investment our clients are making in their business when choosing us, in return we give you high-quality and on-brand imagery that will consistently market your business.
It is all in the details…
We Photograph with intent and purpose. From the beginning, we take our time in ensuring each detail is strategically placed, we go above and beyond to establish we get that effortlessly perfect look for each image.
Behind the scenes - the editing. This is the reason our clients love us like they do. We are so detail focussed, each image is crafted with your business in mind so that it is your product that shines through.
What sets us apart from the rest...
Tanika has a strong background and passion in Interior Design with 10+ years of experience in the industry, including work with UK Interior Designer, David Gavin Design and Farrow & Ball.
Tanika has been hand selected and flown around Australia to Photograph leading Interior Designers’ Projects including Design Scout Interiors in Sydney, Cabin Co in Tasmania and Urban Road x Shaynna Blaze in Melbourne.
One of Tanika’s career highlights is seeing her work inside or on the cover of inspiring Australian magazines. Tanika’s work has been published in Inside-Out Magazine, Adore Magazine, Queensland Homes, House & Garden and Home Design Australia.
Gold Coast Renovation Project, Photography for Brooks Builder
A stunning home renovation project to style and photography for Brooks Builder. This shoot package also included videography. We are so thrilled to be able to offer this to our clients now. Photography and videography that complement each other. (scroll to the bottom of this post to see the complimenting video)
A stunning home renovation project to style and photography for Brooks Builder. This shoot package also included videography. We are so thrilled to be able to offer this to our clients now. Photography and videography that complement each other. (scroll to the bottom of this post to see the complimenting video)
Check out Brooks Builders work here.
Broadbeach Interior Photography for Interior Designer Bhodz Projects
My gosh have I enjoyed working with Bhodi these past few months … we’ve captured 3 of his stunning interior design projects together. He is just as much of a perfectionist as I am, we are taking our time, styling every little detail to camera … and wow! we are both so happy with the outcome. Very much a collaborative effort.
I’m absolutely honoured to photograph Bhodi’s interior design work, an emerging Gold Coast interior designer with so much talent that is doing stunning work.
The below project is the second one we captured together, it is a Broadbeach apartment. We had another perfect cloudy day for the shoot, defusing the light beautifully, and allowing me to use just one photography light, so we could control the lighting so nicely.
Check out more of Bhodi’s work here.
My gosh have I enjoyed working with Bhodi these past few months … we’ve captured 3 of his stunning interior design projects together. He is just as much of a perfectionist as I am, we are taking our time, styling every little detail to camera … and wow! we are both so happy with the outcome. Very much a collaborative effort.
I’m absolutely honoured to photograph Bhodi’s interior design work, an emerging Gold Coast interior designer with so much talent that is doing stunning work.
The below project is the second one we captured together, it is a Broadbeach apartment. We had another perfect cloudy day for the shoot, defusing the light beautifully, and allowing me to use just one photography light, so we could control the lighting so nicely.
Check out more of Bhodi’s work here.
Surfers Paradise Interior Photography for Interior Designer Marina Hirst Interiors
The second of 4 projects I photographed for Marina Hirst Interiors in the last few months. A beautiful Surfers Paradise apartment.
A stormy day we were able to use to our advantage. Using one photography light outside on the balcony, and moving it to suit each shot, and being able to style the light and really have control of it. I was able to spend the time on this shoot, to style to camera for every photograph (i’m always excited when a client allows me the time to do style to camera, to makes for such better shots).
Always a pleasure to photograph such beautiful interiors for very talented interior designers.
