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The Future of Real Estate Marketing: How Reptov Turns Listing Photos into Compelling Videos

In today’s competitive real estate market, static photos are no longer enough. Buyers expect dynamic, engaging content that brings properties to life. Enter Reptov, a powerful new platform that transforms ordinary listing photos into professional marke ...

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How to Use Patch Tool in Photoshop

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09/02/2022
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There are times when you take a shot, and you don't notice pesky marks right away. Fortunately, you don't have to return to the location or recreate the setup. You can retouch real estate photos and make them spotless when you know how to use the Patch Tool in Photoshop. How to Use the Patch […]
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How to Warp an Image in Photoshop

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07/02/2022
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The Photoshop warp tool is a quick and easy way to make minor alterations. Learn how to warp image in Photoshop in this article.

Congratulations Kelly Morrissey! January 2022 PFRE Photographer of the Month

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04/02/2022
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Congratulations to Kelly Morrissey of Renton, WA — February 2022 PFRE Photographer of the Month! The theme this month was "Twilight/Golden hour exterior shot".

How to Use Curves in Photoshop

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04/02/2022
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Real estate photography allows you to capture every nook and cranny of the estate, and it also captures the natural light and atmosphere of the area. However, there are instances wherein you need to adjust the color and the brightness of the image in order to enhance it, and that is where curves come in.  […]

How to Curve an Image in Photoshop

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02/02/2022
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Real estate photography means taking pictures of every corner of property including its atmosphere and natural light. However, there are situations wherein you have to adjust the brightness and color of your pictures to enhance them, and that is where the curves option in Photoshop comes in. Curves can make an image easy to look […]

How to Make Photos Look Professional in Photoshop

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31/01/2022
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Taking a shot is only halfway through the photo-making process in today's digital photography world. Photoshop is renowned for its ability to make photos look better than they actually are. Its range of tools can accomplish everything from adding a little something additional to completely redesigning a picture. How to Make Photos Look Professional in […]

How to Make a Border in Photoshop

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26/01/2022
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Check out our step-by-step tutorial on how to make a border in Photoshop to add visual interest to your real estate photos.

How to Make a Frame in Photoshop

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19/01/2022
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With this article you can learn how to make a frame in Photoshop, and enhance the overall look of your real estate photos.

How to Resize Multiple Images in Photoshop

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17/01/2022
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Image resizing in Photoshop speeds up the process of processing huge numbers of images especially when you have worked on a lot of real estate properties. Resizing pictures for diverse use cases can be time-consuming, especially if you have a lot of images to resize. Fortunately, photo editing software like Adobe Photoshop can help you […]

How to Merge Photos Realistically in Photoshop

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14/01/2022
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Photoshop lets you combine two or more pictures to get amazing results. There are a lot of reasons for merging pictures in Photoshop. If you are a real estate photographer and you want to be able to showcase your shots to your clients faster, you may take more shots and merge them to fix your […]

Congratulations to Stephen Reed - PFRE Photographer of the Year for 2021!

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06/01/2022
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Congratulations to Stephen Reed; PFRE Photographer of the Year for 2021! Stephen has been a consistent contributor to the PFRE community.

How to Do Long Exposure Photography

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05/01/2022
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If you ever wondered how to create silky water or light effects, below is the step-by-step guide on how to do long exposure effectively.

How to Make an Image Black and White in Photoshop

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03/01/2022
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Check out this step-by-step guide on the various ways on how to make an image black and white in Photoshop to apply a monochromatic effect.

How to Edit RAW Photos

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30/12/2021
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RAW files offer much more than JPEGs can offer and if you know how to edit RAW photos, a whole new world will open up. 

How to Remove Reflections in Photoshop

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23/12/2021
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Read this if you ever wanted to remove reflections in your images, this article contains tips on how to remove reflections in Photoshop.

How to Add a Vignette in Photoshop

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21/12/2021
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Vignetting is the darkening of an area in a photo, especially towards the edges of the frame. So, how to add a vignette in Photoshop?

How to Use the Clone Stamp

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10/12/2021
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If there are images that you wish to edit and retouch, we've listed the steps on how to use the Clone Stamp tool in Adobe Photoshop. 

How to Replace Colors in Photoshop

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03/12/2021
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Even though photoshop provides several tools used to replace colors or subtly tone an image, the techniques offered in this article are made for a more artistic result by entirely replacing the colors of many objects. Let’s talk about several ways on how to replace colors in Photoshop. How to Replace Colors in Photoshop Using […]

Congratulations Austin LaRue Baker! November 2021 PFRE Photographer of the Month

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03/12/2021
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Congratulations to Austin LaRue Baker of Chandler, AZ — November 2021 PFRE Photographer of the Month! The theme this month was "Any Capture Related to a Residential Property".

How Much Is Lightroom?

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01/12/2021
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Lightroom is a comprehensive photo editing and image management software. It allows photographers to complete their photography workflow such as importing, processing, and exporting images. But how much is Lightroom? Is it worth the price? Although Lightroom has been in the market for many years, still many users get confused about this. How Much Is […]

How to Read a Histogram on your Camera

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26/11/2021
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It is important to know how to read a histogram, so you can have a clearer idea about how light or dark your image is.

What is Shutter Speed in Photograpy?

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17/11/2021
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Photography is a beautiful art form that has been around for over 200 years. All types of photography have unique techniques and methods to produce stunning images, though many photographers use shutter speed. So what is shutter speed?

What is the Rule of Thirds?

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15/11/2021
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Are you wondering, what is the rule of thirds? The rule of thirds is perhaps the most well-known "rule" of photographic composition. Well, it's not a rule; it’s more of a standard guideline for photographers and a skill that, when mastered, can significantly improve your art.

Adobe RGB vs SRGB Color Space - Which To Use

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12/11/2021
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Adobe RGB v sRGB are two of the most common selection when it comes to color spaces and it is better to learn about each of them.

Capture One vs Lightroom – Which Should You Use?

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10/11/2021
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To help out, we've created an in-depth comparison between Capture One vs Lightroom so that you can have a better idea of which one to use. 

What Is Aperture in Photography?

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05/11/2021
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What is aperture in photography? Aperture is the size of the lens' opening, and learning how your lens work will help you in taking photos.

How to Manage a Broker Deal

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05/11/2021
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Landing an office deal? Here are some tips on how to manage a broker deal and keep your business running as smooth as possible.

Congratulations Ash Chynoweth! October 2021 PFRE Photographer of the Month

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05/11/2021
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Congratulations to Ash Chynoweth of Queensland, Australia — October 2021 PFRE Photographer of the Month! The theme this month was "Elevated Exterior Shot".

What Is Depth of Field?

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03/11/2021
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What Is Depth of Field? Depth of Field or DoF is one of the concepts in photography that is deemed vital in how your images will turn out.

How Many Pixels Per Inch for Printing Resolution?

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13/10/2021
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Do you want to create more defined real estate photos? We're sharing how many pixels per inch can produce high-quality image resolution.

What Is Composition in Photography?

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06/10/2021
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In this article, we will be talking about the importance of composition as well as the different principles and elements that will help you create aesthetically pleasing images.

Congratulations Craig Keene! September 2021 PFRE Photographer of the Month

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04/10/2021
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Congratulations to Craig Keene of Roeland Park, KS — September 2021 PFRE Photographer of the Month! The theme this month was "Stairwell".

How to Use Lightroom

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23/09/2021
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Learn how to use Lightroom with these tips on file management, preset application, and editing techniques for real estate photography.

How to Edit in Lightroom Like a Pro

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23/09/2021
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Lightroom has proved to be a total game-changer in the world of image editing. It has become one of the leading post-processing programs used by many professionals. By learning how to edit in Lightroom like a pro, you can take your images to a whole new level in a matter of minutes.

Should You Offer Property Websites?

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22/09/2021
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As a real estate photographer, should you be offering single property websites to your clients? Read on to learn more information about property websites.

How to Organize Lightroom

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20/09/2021
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Is it hard for you to manage images in Lightroom? Here are tips on how to organize photos in Lightroom to improve your editing workflow.

How Much to Charge to Edit Photos

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17/09/2021
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Are you wondering how much to charge to edit photos? We're sharing tips in setting rates for real estate photo editing to ensure profits.

How to Set Custom White Balance

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10/09/2021
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Do your images have color casts? We're sharing how to set custom white balance for accurate color production in real estate photos.

What Is Long Exposure?

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07/09/2021
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What is long exposure? It is a popular photography technique that uses slow shutter speeds to create unique and creative-looking imagery

Congratulations Austin LaRue Baker! August 2021 PFRE Photographer of the Month

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06/09/2021
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Congratulations to Austin LaRue Baker of Chandler, AZ — August 2021 PFRE Photographer of the Month! The theme this month was "Daylight Exterior"
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