From Birmingham to Miami — the process behind documenting buildings that matter.
I am based in Birmingham, Alabama, and I photograph architecture across the Southeast. My work takes me through Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida. The cities are different, but the approach stays the same: plan carefully, understand the project, and deliver images that show the building as it actually exists.
Here is how that process works, and why it translates across markets.
Before I pick up a camera, I want to understand the project. Who designed it? Who built it? What problems did the design solve? Who will use the space, and how? These questions shape every decision I make on a shoot — from the vantage points I choose to the time of day I schedule.
Every building has a story, and the client’s perspective on that story informs the photography.
For local projects, I scout in person. For projects in Miami or other cities outside my home base, I combine satellite imagery, site plans, and sun-path analysis to begin planning before I arrive. Then I scout on location the day before the shoot to confirm angles, identify obstructions, and lock in a timeline.
This planning phase is where the real work happens. By the time I start shooting, I know exactly which images I need, when the light will be best for each one, and how to move through the site efficiently.
More of my clients are asking for both photography and video from the same project. I approach video with the same philosophy as my photography: natural light, real conditions, and a focus on how the space actually functions. The goal is to produce a video that feels consistent with the still photography and serves the same purpose — showing the building clearly and accurately.
Running both workflows from a single shoot is efficient for the client. It reduces the number of site visits, keeps the visual language consistent, and means one point of contact for the entire deliverable.
I have built my practice around the Southeast because this region is where some of the most interesting architectural work in the country is happening right now. Birmingham is in the middle of a civic building boom. Atlanta’s commercial and mixed-use development pipeline is enormous. Nashville’s hospitality sector continues to expand.
Miami fits naturally into that picture. The city’s design culture, its pace of development, and its demand for high-quality visual content make it one of the most compelling markets in the region for architectural photography. The projects there — from Art Deco restorations to new waterfront towers — deserve the same level of care and attention I bring to every city I work in.
If you are completing a project in Miami and need architectural photography or video, the process is straightforward. Reach out with details about the project — location, timeline, and what you need the images or video for. I will follow up to discuss scope, scheduling, and how to get the best results for your specific situation.
I work with architects, general contractors, developers, interior designers, and hospitality brands. Whether the project is a single-family residence in Coral Gables or a tower in Edgewater, my approach is the same: show up prepared, shoot with intention, and deliver work that reflects the project honestly. I would love to work with you, reach out on the contact page.
