Real estate photography requires images that are bright, clean, and inviting. Buyers want to see every detail of a space, and Lightroom gives photographers the tools to make interiors look professional while staying true to reality.
Step 1: Correct White Balance
- Interior lighting often creates yellow or blue color casts.
- Use the White Balance Selector on a neutral surface (wall, countertop).
- Aim for natural, consistent tones across all rooms.
Step 2: Adjust Exposure for Brightness
- Increase Exposure slightly for airy interiors.
- Lower Highlights to recover window details.
- Raise Shadows to brighten dark corners.
- Adjust Whites and Blacks for balanced contrast.
Step 3: Use Lens Corrections
- Enable Profile Corrections to fix distortion and vignetting.
- Use Transform → Auto to straighten vertical lines in architecture.
Step 4: Enhance Details
- Boost Clarity for sharp furniture edges.
- Increase Texture to highlight details in wood, fabrics, and décor.
- Apply mild Noise Reduction if shooting in low light.
Step 5: Apply Local Adjustments
- Use Linear Gradients to balance exposure between bright windows and dark interiors.
- Apply Radial Filters to highlight key features (kitchen island, fireplace).
Step 6: Export for MLS & Web
- Use JPEG, sRGB for web and MLS listings.
- Resize to 2048px on the long edge for fast loading without losing quality.
Pro Tips
- Keep edits natural—buyers should see the home as it truly is.
- Batch edit using presets for consistent results across the property.
- Avoid oversaturation—colors should look realistic.
Final Thoughts
Lightroom makes real estate photos bright, professional, and market-ready. By balancing exposures and correcting distortions, you’ll create images that help properties sell faster.
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