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<![CDATA[ - Case Studies]]>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:59:08 +0100Weebly<![CDATA[October Airbnb Shoot in Manchester]]>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:59:18 GMThttps://www.imageandlight.co.uk/case-studies/october-airbnb-shoot-in-manchester

Last week I was asked to shoot an Airbnb in Manchester for a Nottingham client who I have done many shoots for over the last years. He requested a day shoot with video and drone footage content so we went up there in collaboartion with Anwick Creative and together we captured some great content to promote this city centre airbnb on all social media platforms. The forecast was typical for Manchester - wet! But we were very lucky that there were also some dry sunny breaks in the day. See above the promotional video and below some of the shots created for this airbnb.

Why Great Airbnb Photography Is the Secret to Higher Bookings

When it comes to creating a successful Airbnb listing, photography isn’t just an add-on—it’s one of the most powerful tools you have. In a world where travellers scroll quickly and make snap decisions, your photos are the first (and often only) chance to grab their attention.

Great Airbnb photography can elevate your listing, increase bookings, and showcase the true character of your space. Here’s why it matters—and how to make it work for you.

1. Photos Are Your First Impression

Guests browse Airbnb with one goal: find a place that feels right. Before they look at the description or amenities, they scan the images.
If your photos are dark, cluttered, or poorly composed, potential guests may scroll past—even if your space is amazing.
High-quality photos instantly communicate:

Cleanliness
Comfort
Space and layout
Style and atmosphere

In the world of short-term rentals, first impressions aren’t just important—they’re everything.

2. Professional Photos Increase Bookings

It’s simple: listings with professional photography get more clicks, more saves, and more reservations.
Professional Airbnb photos highlight:

Natural light
Accurate colours
Spaciousness
Unique design features

They make your space look inviting while remaining realistic—exactly what travellers want when choosing where to stay.

3. Better Photos Mean Higher Earning Potential

Great photography doesn’t just attract more bookings—it lets you charge more.
Airbnb’s own data has shown that listings with high-quality images often earn significantly more than those without. Why? Because better photos give your space a premium feel, positioning your property at a higher price point while still appealing to guests.
When travellers see quality, they expect to pay for it.

4. Show Guests What They’ll Experience

Photography helps set expectations—and the more transparent you are, the better your reviews will be. A detailed photo set reduces uncertainty, builds trust, and leads to happier guests.
Essential shots include:

Living areas
Bedrooms
Kitchen spaces
Bathrooms
Outdoor areas
Unique amenities (hot tubs, views, fire pits, workspace)

Guests love knowing exactly what they’re getting. Good photos tell the full story.

5. Stand Out in a Competitive Market

Airbnb is growing, and so is the competition. In popular cities, hundreds of listings compete for attention. Strong photography makes yours rise to the top.
With the right images, your listing stands out because:

It looks more polished than others
It communicates a professional, trustworthy host
It highlights the lifestyle your property offers—not just the rooms

People don’t book “a house”—they book the experience your photos promise.

Nottingham airbnb detail shot of jug and glasses

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]]><![CDATA[Sony Product Shoot for ImageNova Productions]]>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 08:00:00 GMThttps://www.imageandlight.co.uk/case-studies/sony-product-shoot-for-imagenova-productions

Earlier this year I had the pleasure to work again on an ImageNova Production for Sony. ImageNova commissioned me to take the stills for the advertising campaign they were making for the new Sony WF-C710NSA Truly Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds. I worked on the set with the ImageNova production team and models and captured a series of product shots and lifestyle shots to be used on the Sony websites and thier affiates. On location product shoots are always a challenge but also great fun, especially when working as part of a production team. The filiming was on a tight schedule and I had to jump in at key points and get the required stills. The earbuds have now been launched by Sony and my images can be seen on many product webpages around the world! See below some of the images...

https://www.sony.co.uk/headphones/products/wf-c710n
https://imagenova.co.uk/

Sony earbuds lifestyle campaign — man smiling while working on laptop at café, product photography by Image & Light commercial photographers in Nottingham.

Sony WF-C710N wireless earbuds lifestyle shoot — woman in yellow sweater looking up outdoors, captured by Image & Light Nottingham commercial photographer.

Sony WF-C710N noise cancelling earbuds — lifestyle product photography of woman adjusting earbud, photographed by Image & Light Nottingham product photographer.

Sony WF-C710NSA wireless noise cancelling earbuds Amazon product listing — featuring Image & Light lifestyle photography.

Sony WF-C710N official UK website product page — lifestyle photography of wireless earbuds by Image & Light.

Sony WF-C710NSA earbuds in charging case — product photography highlighting 40-hour battery life and quick charge, shot by Image & Light.

Sony WF-C710N earbuds colour range product page — professional product photography for Sony by Image & Light Nottingham studio.

Image & Light Photography in Nottingham is a commercial photography studio offering product shoots both in the studio and on location. From basic packshots to lifestyle shots and video reels, get in touch to discuss your product photography requirements.

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]]><![CDATA[Furniture Product Shoot]]>Fri, 31 May 2024 07:00:00 GMThttps://www.imageandlight.co.uk/case-studies/furniture-product-shoot

I recently worked on a product shoot for Ashford Blake, a national hand-crafted furniture company making furniture products for both commercial and domestic interiors. They hired a lovely set location in Nottingham and turned up on the day with a couple van-loads of their furniture. Tables, desks and garden furniture were set up around the house and I set to work to capture some quality marketing shots for their website. It was a long day with a good few set changes but we covered all the product shots required. Below are some of the shots...

Contemporary dining setup with oak table, wine bottles and blue plates, photographed by Image & Light Nottingham commercial photographer.

Detail shot of oak dining table near black frame windows — Nottingham furniture product photography by Image & Light.

Spacious dining room interior with modern wooden table, log burner, wine rack and garden view — lifestyle interior photography by Image & Light, Nottingham

Contemporary dining room with oak table, log burner and garden view — interior and furniture photography by Image & Light Nottingham product photographer.

Stylish home office with oak desk, laptop and black chair — Nottingham furniture photography by Image & Light commercial photographer.

View from inside to outdoor dining patio with wooden table and lush garden — interior lifestyle photography by Image & Light Nottingham.

Close-up of rustic wooden outdoor dining table with glassware and plates — product photography by Image & Light, Nottingham commercial photographers.

Modern oak desk with laptop and lamp against blue wall — Nottingham furniture product photography by Image & Light.

Outdoor living and dining space with wooden pergola, brick extension and furniture set — lifestyle product photography by Image & Light Nottingham.

Get in touch if you are interested in arranging a product shoot. Product photography carried out at my studio in Nottingham and on location.

Image & Light Photography offers Furniture Photography, product photography, lifestyle shots, e-commerce photography, packshots, product reels, and PR marketing images.

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]]><![CDATA[Cheese! Food Photography for Cropwell Bishop Creamery]]>Wed, 15 May 2024 07:00:00 GMThttps://www.imageandlight.co.uk/case-studies/cheese-product-photography-for-cropwell-bishop-creamery

Over the past year I have done a few shoots at the Cropwell Bishop Creamery in Cropwell Bishop, Nottinghamshire - one of only six dairies licence to produce stilton cheese (PDO). I have photographed their traditional stiltons, some of thier cheese innovations and items from the gift shop and tea-room. Below are some of the shots...

Nottingham food photographer. Product photography and marketing shoots for restaurants and food producers in Nottingham, the midlads and beyond. Contact Image & Light Photography to discuss your shoot.

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]]><![CDATA[Photo shoot for Imagenova/Sony for the new Sony XV500]]>Tue, 16 Jan 2024 08:00:00 GMThttps://www.imageandlight.co.uk/case-studies/photo-shoot-for-imagenovasony-for-the-new-sony-xv500

I was commissioned by ImageNova to create the stills for thieir advertising campaign for the new Sony Xv500 speaker. I worked on various locations with the ImageNova production team, creating product shots and lifestyle shots out in the streets and also at a staged house party with actors who created a very realistic party atmosphere! Here below I will share some of my shots which I made for this campaign.
More can also be seen on the website of ImageNova:
https://imagenova.co.uk/our-work/xv500

Sony party speaker lifestyle shoot — portable Bluetooth speaker in use at social gathering, professional product photography by Image & Light Nottingham.

Sony wireless speaker lifestyle photography — friends singing and laughing at home party with portable speaker, by Image & Light Nottingham photographer.

Portable Sony Bluetooth speaker product photography — lifestyle image of speaker being carried outside, captured by Image & Light Nottingham product photographer.

Image & Light Photography is a commercial photography studio based in Nottingham offering product photography, food photography and property photography to Nottingham, Derby, Leicester and across the midlands.

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]]><![CDATA[Recipe Book Photo Shoot]]>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 07:00:00 GMThttps://www.imageandlight.co.uk/case-studies/recipe-book-photo-shoot

I recently worked with Zena Weeks, Private Chef to Premier League Footballers, to create the photos for her new cook book - Recipes for Performance Sports.
It is always a pleasure to work with chefs and food producers to stage their dishes and get the best photographs of their creations. Food photography is about finding the best way to communicate flavours in a visual way; finding the right props and appropriate colours for the background and then a little bit of styling and most important lighting the food so that it looks most appealing. I love to work with natural light but this is a luxury and in most cases not an option or simply not predictable enough so I do use artificial lighting but I try to use it in a way that mimics natural light so that it is not at all obvious that the food was not shot next to a window. Here are a few of the shots I took for Zena's book...

Image & Light Photography - High quality food photography for Nottingham, Leicester, Derby, Birmingham and across the UK. Food photography for chefs, restaurants, food producers, cafes and bars and PR agencies.

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]]><![CDATA[PR Food Photography]]>Fri, 01 Sep 2023 07:00:00 GMThttps://www.imageandlight.co.uk/case-studies/pr-food-photography

From Janaury 2023 I have been working with Kitchen by Liquid - a state of the art Food PR kitchen in Birmingham. On regular shoots I have been working along side thier in-house chef Olivier Briault and other food development professionals and food stylists to creat some great food photography content for international food brands such as Maple Syrup from Canada and North Carolina Sweet Potatoes. I've been heading over to the Liquid PR developement kitchen most months recently and worked on many full day shoots. As with all food shoots, I travel with a full van-load of equipment - cameras, lighting, backgrounds and an array of culinary props. It has been great fun to work with the team there and along the way we have made some mouthwatering publicity shots for magazines and websites and along the way also met some amazing Masterchef winners who have been involved in the projects. And, I should not forget to mention - all the dishes developed and prepared by Olivier have been exquisite!

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]]><![CDATA[Photography and video project for Nottingham Architect]]>Mon, 03 Jul 2023 07:00:00 GMThttps://www.imageandlight.co.uk/case-studies/photography-and-video-project-for-nottingham-architect

Photography and video project for Turner Wall Architects in Nottingham

I was recently commissioned by Turner Wall Architecture to capture some of their Nottingham projects. The photography was required to highlight their designs and to capture the living spaces they create. The client also required some drone and video footage so I brought in the services of Anwick Creative to help with this and they produced some lovely video footage - see above. Below are a few of the stills I made for this project.

https://www.turnerwall.co.uk/projects/the-cedars-nottingham/

Image & Light Photography creates professional property photography for architects, interior designers, property developers, airbnb hosts, estate agents and home owners in Nottingham and across the midlands. Get in touch to discuss your project...

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