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17.3 HOUSE WITH A VIEW OVER KINGSTON
This house is an example of how a strong design solution can enhance the value of ordinary buildings. The project is actually an existing house with an extension on the east and west facades with the intention of attracting a diplomatic type tenant. Typical of Cornerstone’s work is the use… Continue reading
17.2 TRIPOD & HEAD
In this article we will focus on some important insights on the use of essential tools for architectural photography: the tripod and its head.
Architectural Photography does require some specialized equipment but the art of photography primarily depends upon the artistic ability and skill of the photographer. Excellent tools are… Continue reading
17.1 POSITION
Question: What happens when you turn up at a project by appointment only to discover that you cannot get access to take the photographs?
Answer: … Continue reading
16.3 ARTIST’S HOUSE AND STUDIO
Tucked away on a remote hillside overlooking the north coast is an artist’s house and studio designed by Jenifer Smith Architects. The house enjoys an inspiring view over the north coast and is made up of three elements; the main concrete building with a double height studio and living… Continue reading
16.2 THE CAMERA SYSTEM
Architectural Photography does require some specialized equipment but the art of photography primarily depends upon the artistic ability and skill of the photographer. Excellent tools are just that – they allow the artist to deliver even more excellent images. But make no mistake there is no substitute for the creative… Continue reading
16.1 SPECIALISED EQUIPMENT
Question: Is it necessary to have specialized equipment?
The short answer: no! Today, digital technology has greatly expanded the photographic capabilities for the non-professional. Even an iPhone can produce reasonable images and offers creative possibilities that never existed before the last decade. The enhancements that digital photography has brought… Continue reading
15.3 TRI-LEVEL HILLSIDE HOUSE
This project is perched on a narrow sloping hillside site with impressive views overlooking Port of Spain. Architect Mark Raymond resolved the sloping site on three levels: bedrooms on the upper level, living spaces at the middle and informal recreation spaces at the lowest level where the salt water swimming… Continue reading
15.2 PHOTOGRAPHIC WORKSHOPS
Although I have practiced architectural photography for more years than I would like to admit, I place a lot of value attending workshops because I am not formally trained as a photographer.
The shift to digital photography was fundamental and, once I decided to put aside my film cameras, it… Continue reading
15.1 CAMERA TRIPOD
Architectural photography is an art form that requires less spontaneity and more contemplation. While most photographers prefer the freedom of composing images without constraint the reality is that a tripod is essential for a number of reasons. One way to overcome this problem is to walk around without the camera… Continue reading
14.3 SHORELANDS SEAFRONT RESIDENCE
This project is a major refit/ renovation and extension with the design intent to create transparent views of the ocean and yet achieve a reasonable level of security using a contemporary architectural palette. Architect Stephen Mendes is well known for major planning and commercial projects but here we see him… Continue reading







