Preparation for Shoot

Do I have to do anything on my end to prepare for the tour?

The short answer is yes...simply make sure that your business looks exactly how you would like it to look in the imagery. Keep in mind that virtual tours see everything - from the ceiling to the floor. That being said, there are a few things that I find most businesses want to be sure are [...]

What areas should I show of my business in the virtual tour?

Most businesses want to show only the areas where the customers are allowed to go on any given business day. Remember that the tours must follow a walking footpath, beginning from the front door. So imagine how you would walk a potential client through your business. Private offices, bathrooms and break rooms are usually not [...]

Can I have people in the tour?

Yes, most businesses can have people in their tour. The one exception is for medical practices. If you have a medical facility, no people (clients or staff) are allowed to be in the tour. I usually advise clients that these tours are really meant to showcase the space and when possible, I recommend that we shoot when there [...]

Can I show multiple floors?

Yes, your tour can cover multiple floors. At the moment, there are two ways to accomplish this within a Google virtual tour of your business. One is by shooting a tour in one continuous path, the other is with the multi-level function. Continuous Path Method This tour will navigate a path from the front door to the [...]

How long does the shoot take?

It depends on the size of your business and the scope of your tour. On average, tours take between 1-2 hours to shoot. But I've shot small tours in less, and I've shot tours that have taken 6+ hours. Once I'm familiar with your business and what size tour you want, I can tell you [...]

Can I shoot at night?

Sure thing! I've shot many tours at night to give the right 'vibe' for the business.

Can I get creative?

Yes, and please do! It makes my job more fun and your tour more engaging to your viewers. If you're looking for creative options, see how creative Orbit Media Studio got in this FAQ post, and talk with me about your business so we can figure out something apropos for your image.

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A creative medium is merely a conduit between the creator and the viewer. As an artist, it is your duty to distill your essence into your craft. "There are always two people in every picture: the photographer and the viewer." ~Ansel Adams
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