A Photographer’s Life
By Alan Blakely
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Welcome to a Photographer’s Life! The channel that takes you behind the curtain into the world of professional architecture, real estate and aerial photography. Broadcasts come from group Zoom meetings and personal interviews with our elite AIAP™, REPAI™ & ADPA™ photographers. AIAP director Alan Blakely leads the discussions. Learn from America’s top architecture photographers as they discuss topics such as:
• The architecture, real estate & aerial photography business
• What constitutes creative architecture photography
• Lighting for architecture and interior photography
• How to become a professional architecture photographer
• The variety of techniques used in architecture, interior & aerial photography
• The details of copyright registration and the licensing of photographs
• Advice about cameras and equipment for architecture photography
• Using Lightroom®, Photoshop® & HDR software
© 2026 The Association of Independent Architectural Photographers™ (www.aiap.net), All Rights Reserved.
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The Inbox Marketing Advantage: Why Email Still Wins for Professional Architectural Photographers
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May 05, 2026 |
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What's in a Name? Mastering Image File Management and Photo Metadata for Architectural Photographers
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Mar 26, 2026 |
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From Marketing to Master: Building a High-End Architecture Photography Business with Norman Sizemore
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Mar 16, 2026 |
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Is Your Website Actually Open for Business? | SEO, AI, and Strategy for Architectural Photographers
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Mar 13, 2026 |
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DAVID PAPAZIAN - A photographer's 45 year success story in professional architectural photography.
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Feb 23, 2026 |
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Making it BIG in a SMALL Market! Proven strategies for finding the hidden opportunities for success!
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Feb 05, 2026 |
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Picture Perfect Profits - Best Business Practices for Professional Architectural Photographers
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Oct 28, 2025 |
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Anatomy of a Successful Photoshoot--From First Contact to Final Payment.
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Oct 10, 2025 |
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Don’t Leave Money On The Table! Discover Billable Items and Services To Increase Profits.
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Sep 10, 2025 |
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Elevating Architecture: Mastering the Challenges and Opportunities of Professional Drone Photography
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May 15, 2025 |
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RESULTS-DRIVEN SOCIAL MEDIA - Effective Marketing Strategies for Architectural Photographers
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Apr 16, 2025 |
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LIGHTING ARCHITECTURAL INTERIORS - Mastering the Art and Science of Interior Design Photography
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Mar 10, 2025 |
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2024 Architectural Photography Industry Review | Architecture Photographer Success Outlook for 2025
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Dec 30, 2024 |
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JACK ZIGON: American Architectural Photographer।।#APhotographer'sLife™
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Dec 20, 2024 |
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NEW CLIENTS: Where to Find Them, How to Keep Them. Proven Strategies for Architectural Photographers
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Dec 05, 2024 |
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POST-PRODUCTION STRATEGIES & WORKFLOW: How to streamline your workflow and reduce production time.
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Nov 21, 2024 |
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COPYRIGHT and LICENSING UPDATE! Critical Information for Professional Architectural Photographers
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Oct 09, 2024 |
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BARRY SCHWARTZ: Inside the Mind of a Top American Architectural Photographer - Part Two
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Sep 26, 2024 |
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BARRY SCHWARTZ: Inside the Mind of a Top American Architectural Photographer - Part One
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Sep 25, 2024 |
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"How to Travel Like a Professional Photographer" | Veteran architectural photographers reveal tips.
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Sep 09, 2024 |
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"AI and Architectural Photography" - America's Top Photographers Discuss the Affect and Future of Artificial Intelligence
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Jul 21, 2024 |
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AIAP 2024 MARKETING REVIEW: "What's Working, What's Not, What's New, and What's Essential."
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May 20, 2024 |
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The Official Launch of the AIAP Architectural Photographer Mentoring Program
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May 20, 2024 |
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KYLE WEGE: One of America's Top Commercial, Architectural Photographers based in Madison, Wisconsin
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Feb 20, 2024 |
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What I Wish I'd Known When I Started My Photography Business. Insights from America's Best Photographers!
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Jan 29, 2024 |
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Expand Your Services, Increase Your Profits! Pros reveal easy-to-add services to boost your billing.
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Nov 07, 2023 |
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DAVID DEAL: Prominent Photographic Copyright Attorney & Commercial Photographer. Interview plus Q&A.
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Sep 04, 2023 |
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BARRY GROSSMAN: American Architectural Photographer and Workshop Presenter.
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Jun 07, 2023 |
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”What’s the Story We’re Trying to Tell?” Professionals Discuss How They See and Shoot Architecture.
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Jun 02, 2023 |
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”Medium and Large Format for Architectural Photography?” What do professionals really use, and why?
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Apr 10, 2023 |
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”AIAP Equipment Wish List for Manufacturers!” What architectural photographers really use and want.
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Jan 23, 2023 |
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An eye-opening interview with award-winning architectural photographer ALAN BLAKELY
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Jan 02, 2023 |
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”Best Practices: Estimates, Invoices & Licensing” - A valuable discussion for all photographers.
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Dec 29, 2022 |
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”What’s In Your Case?” - A Look at the Equipment Used by Professional Architectural Photographers
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Dec 08, 2022 |
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”What’s On Your Mind?” - A Candid Discussion with America’s Best Architectural Photographers.
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Dec 08, 2022 |
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AIAP Question & Answer Session - Part 3
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Jul 14, 2022 |
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AIAP Question & Answer Session - Part 2
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Jul 14, 2022 |
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AIAP Question & Answer Session - Part 1
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Jul 14, 2022 |
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CARYN B. DAVIS: American Architectural Photographer and Travel Author
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Mar 31, 2022 |
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From Booking to Billing | AIAP Best Business Practices | February 2022 Meeting
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Feb 27, 2022 |
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Hiring Photography Assistants, College Interns & Employees | AIAP January 2022 Meeting
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Jan 11, 2022 |
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STERLING STEVENS Interview | Top-Tier American Architecture Photographer
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Jan 07, 2022 |
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Digital Workflow | AIAP November 2021 Meeting | Professional Workflow for Architectural Photography
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Dec 17, 2021 |
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DRONES! AIAP August 2021 Meeting | Usage in Professional Architectural Photography.
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Sep 08, 2021 |
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DRONES! AIAP August 2021 Meeting | Usage in Professional Architectural Photography.
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Sep 08, 2021 |
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BRAD FEINKNOPF Interview | Elite American Architecture Photographer
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Sep 04, 2021 |
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MARKETING! (Revisited) | AIAP July 2021 Meeting: Effective Marketing for Architectural Photographers
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Aug 10, 2021 |
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FIGHT IMAGE THEFT! PIXSY Webinar - Take action against copyright infringement of your photographs.
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May 26, 2021 |
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IMAGE LICENSING: Profits, Pitfalls, Potential | Licensing Photography | AIAP April 2021 Discussion
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May 23, 2021 |
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EFFECTIVE MARKETING & NETWORKING for Architectural Photography | AIAP March 2021 Discussion
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Apr 05, 2021 |
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LINCOLN BARBOUR Interview | Professional Architecture Photographer
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Mar 12, 2021 |
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COST & LICENSE SHARING STRATEGIES for Architectural Photography | AIAP February 2021 Discussion
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Feb 28, 2021 |
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PROFESSIONAL REAL ESTATE PHOTOGRAPHY | REPAI February 2021 Real Estate Photographers Discussion
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Feb 24, 2021 |
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BRIAN DRESSLER Interview | Professional Architecture Photographer | Architectural Photography
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Feb 16, 2021 |
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THE STATE OF THE INDUSTRY | Architectural Photography | AIAP January 2021 Photographer's Discussion
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Jan 30, 2021 |