by Mike Phillip | May 11, 2026 | Real Estate Photography Tips
When clients schedule a real estate photography session, one of the first questions I usually hear is: “What’s the best time of day to photograph the house?” It’s a smart question, and honestly, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer. After photographing homes...
by Mike Phillip | Mar 1, 2026 | Photography, Short-Term Rentals
Last fall, I photographed one of the most unique properties I’ve ever stepped into here in Denver. The Peabody Mansion. If you’ve lived in Denver long enough, you’ve probably driven past it. Tall brick walls. Iron gates that look like they belong in another century....
by Mike Phillip | Nov 19, 2025 | Photography, Short-Term Rentals
Are you part of the “Lights On” or “Lights Off” gang for real estate photography? As both a real estate photographer and an active real estate agent here in the Denver and Castle Rock area, I’ve had a front row seat to what makes buyers stop...
by Mike Phillip | Oct 30, 2025 | Lifestyle Photography, Photography, Short-Term Rentals
How I Captured the Ultimate Girls’ Getaway at a Luxury Airbnb in Arvada, CO If you own or manage a short-term rental, you probably know how important photos are for your listing. In today’s crowded vacation rental market, your pictures are usually the very first thing...
by Mike Phillip | Oct 1, 2025 | Photography
When it comes to real estate marketing in Denver, good photos aren’t optional anymore. Every buyer starts online, and the first impression is almost always made through listing photos. That’s where drone photography comes in. Aerial real estate photos can do something...
by Mike Phillip | Sep 3, 2025 | Photography
Do professional real estate photos really help sell homes faster in Denver? Selling a home in Denver or Castle Rock is competitive. Now more than ever in recent history, buyers have endless listings to scroll through. As a Denver real estate agent turned professional...
by Mike Phillip | Jul 20, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Moment of Truth Happens in a Swipe Ask any seasoned stager: buyers fall in, or out, of love with a listing long before the open-house cookies are even plated. Ninety-seven percent of home shoppers start their search online, and on mobile that first scroll lasts...
by Mike Phillip | May 6, 2025 | Photography
Why Professional Real Estate Photography Vs Cell Phone Photos is a no-brainer When it comes to selling a home, visuals matter—a lot. The first thing buyers see online is the photography. And whether they click through or scroll past? That decision is made in seconds....
by Mike Phillip | May 2, 2025 | Photography
A Tale of Two Swipes Picture this: You’re scrolling through a dating app. A profile pops up with grainy, low-lit selfie, cluttered background, maybe even a bathroom selfie mirror pic with a toothpaste-stained sink in full view. Do you stop to learn more about this...
by Mike Phillip | Mar 13, 2025 | Photography
Introduction: RAW Images—What’s the Big Deal? If you’ve ever hired a professional photographer—whether for real estate, weddings, or portraits—you might have heard the term “RAW images” tossed around. Maybe you even asked for them, thinking they’re...
