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Professional Real Estate Photography Services in Scotts Valley, CA
Santa Cruz Real Estate Photography has been serving the real estate industry with precision and artistry for over 15 years. Our founder, a lifelong professional in real estate marketing, brings extensive expertise in capturing properties through advanced techniques including exposure blending, strategic lighting setups, and meticulous post-processing. We specialize in architectural photography, aerial drone services, twilight photography, and immersive 3D virtual tours using Matterport and Zillow 3D technologies. Our commitment to quality ensures every image reflects the unique value of the property while enhancing our clients' professional branding. With a deep understanding of realtors' needs, investors, and staging professionals, we deliver tailored solutions that elevate listings and drive client success.

Our services extend across Santa Cruz, Monterey, and Santa Clara counties, with availability throughout California. We prioritize attention to detail, creative composition, and technical excellence to produce visually compelling content that meets the highest industry standards. Our team's experience and dedication to continuous improvement position us as a trusted partner in real estate marketing. By combining cutting-edge technology with artistic vision, we help clients stand out in competitive markets. Our client-centric approach ensures every project receives personalized attention, from initial consultation to final delivery, reinforcing our reputation for reliability and exceptional service.
Services
Real Estate Photography Aerial Drone Services Twilight Photography Matterport 3D Tours Zillow 3D Tours Floor Plan Design Cinematic Video Tours Virtual Walkthroughs
Highlights and features
  • We offer 15+ years of real estate marketing expertise with advanced photography techniques.
  • Our team specializes in Matterport 3D and Zillow 3D virtual tour technologies.
  • We provide comprehensive services including aerial, twilight, and cinematic video production.
  • Our post-processing ensures crisp, vibrant images that enhance property branding.
  • We serve Santa Cruz, Monterey, and Santa Clara counties with statewide availability.
Associations and certifications
  • Zillow
  • TourFactory
Services
Real Estate Photography
Professional real estate photography captures properties in optimal light using advanced exposure blending and lighting techniques. Our expert photographers ensure every detail enhances marketability through precise composition and post-processing. Services include interior/exterior shots with customizable image quantities for residential and commercial listings.
Aerial Drone Services
Elevate listings with aerial perspectives using state-of-the-art drone technology. We provide high-resolution stills and dynamic video packages showcasing property exteriors and surroundings. Packages include multiple vantage points with professional-grade equipment ensuring safety and regulatory compliance during capture.
Twilight Photography
Create dramatic property showcases with twilight photography that highlights exterior lighting and ambiance. Our specialized night-time shoots capture homes during optimal lighting conditions, producing visually striking images that differentiate listings from standard daylight photography.
Matterport 3D Tours
Immersive 3D virtual tours allow potential buyers to explore properties digitally. Using Matterport technology, we create interactive spatial experiences that increase engagement and accelerate sales. Tours include accurate dimensional data and navigable environments for comprehensive property representation.
Floor Plan Design
Professional floor plan creation provides clear spatial visualization for property marketing. Our stylized designs enhance buyer understanding of property dimensions and flow, serving as critical marketing tools that complement photographic content with precise architectural measurements.
People
Leslie Engelking
Photographer & Owner
With over 15 years of real estate marketing experience, Leslie specializes in capturing properties through advanced photographic techniques. Formerly working with realtors and staging companies, Leslie combines technical expertise with artistic vision to create compelling property visuals that enhance client branding and marketing effectiveness.
Questions
What photography services do you offer for real estate listings?
We provide architectural photography, twilight photography, aerial drone services, and virtual tours using Matterport and Zillow 3D technologies.
Do you offer 3D virtual tour creation?
Yes, we create Matterport 3D tours and Zillow 3D home tours to provide immersive property experiences.
What areas do you service?
We primarily serve Santa Cruz, Monterey, and Santa Clara counties, with availability across California.
How should I prepare my property for photography?
Complete all improvements, stage the property, clear clutter, and ensure proper lighting before our arrival.
What payment options are available?
Payment details can be discussed directly with our team upon scheduling your service.
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Reviews (6)
Kelly Valerius
Sep 26, 2021 Report
Positive:Professionalism
Extremely happy with the quality of photos. Leslie was able to schedule me quickly and was able to provide the finished product within 24 hrs. Was a great experience!
Marisa St Paul
Apr 28, 2021 Report
Leslie is amazing to work with! Not only is she the best photographer that I have ever worked with in the 16 years I have been a Realtor, but she will do anything you want quickly and incredibly well! She makes my clients and me feel comfortable all the time and always shows up on time with a smile on her face. She is absolutely THE BEST!
Melody Russell
Mar 05, 2021 Report
Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Leslie does beautiful photography that effectively captures the best features of each property and home. I enjoy working with her as she is very professional and responsive. She does a great job for my clients, takes pride in her work and she has a pleasant personality which makes working together enjoyable. :-)
Debbie Foster
Feb 18, 2021 Report
Leslie has photographed and created 3D tours of my listings. She is great to work with and my clients love her finished product.
Riley Mcwilliams
Jan 24, 2021 Report
Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Leslie is very easy to work with, and very professional with her work. She is always very responsive when I called or sent a text. As a real estate agent it is very important to me that I have people that respond back to me in a timely manner and she does just that. I would highly recommend her!
Madeline Marschak
Oct 08, 2020 Report
Leslie has been fantastic to work with. Super responsive and communicative. Fast turn around, stellar product, reasonable rates.
willing to make adjustments and changes even though my job was small. I definitely recommend Leslie and when in the area will engage her again. Extremely satisfied.