As I've learned through over 2000 short-term rental properties and countless conversations with Airbnb hosts about their booking rates, professional Airbnb photography is its own unique challenge.

Here are the most important lessons I've learned that have shaped how I approach every holiday rental photo shoot today.

The most successful Airbnb photo shoots are those where vacation rental hosts have prepared their space thoughtfully, understanding that we're not just documenting rooms; we're creating the first impression for thousands of potential guests.

Here's the comprehensive checklist I share with all my Airbnb clients to ensure we capture their short-term rental property at its absolute best.

After years of shooting properties and recognising similarities and differences in how they are presented, I've become fascinated by the psychology behind what makes guests choose one property over another. While factors like price and location definitely matter, the professional Airbnb photos are where the emotional decision happens.

Understanding the psychological triggers that drive booking decisions has transformed how I approach every vacation rental photo shoot. Here's what I've learned about the mental journey Airbnb guests take from browsing to booking.

After over a decade as a professional Airbnb photographer and working with over 2000 vacation rental hosts, I've seen the same costly mistakes repeated again and again. The difference between a short-term rental listing that gets booked consistently and one that sits empty often comes down to the professional photography. Here are the five biggest Airbnb photography mistakes I see vacation rental owners make, and more importantly, how to fix them with professional Airbnb photos.

One of the most common questions I get from new clients is: "What exactly happens during the professional Airbnb photo shoot?" After 13 years as a vacation rental photographer and over 2000 properties, I've refined my process to be efficient, thorough, and collaborative. Here's a behind-the-scenes look at what you can expect when we work together to transform your short-term rental listing.

After photographing over 2000 Melbourne Airbnb properties and working directly with Airbnb's style guidelines, I've learned that successful Airbnb photography isn't just about making spaces look beautiful. It's about answering the questions every guest has before they book.