FAQs

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.

Can I see the tour before it goes live on Google?

It is possible for me to share a low resolution preview version of your virtual tour prior to publishing it to Google Maps. If you're interested in this, let me know at the time of the shoot and I will be sure to share a private link for you to preview. Whether or not [...]

How long before my tour is live on Google?

Once the imagery is captured, tours typically go live within 2-3 weeks, oftentimes much sooner. The turnaround time is dependent upon Google's servers however. Although rare, there have been occasions where Google has had issues with their backend that produces the tours and in those instances, the turnaround time can be longer and is completely [...]

How do you make links to the tour?

It's easy, here's how: • On a desktop or laptop computer, go to Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps **This step is very important. You MUST access the tour via Google Maps or you will not see the option for links or embed codes. Finding the virtual tour via Google Search will not give you link or embed options. • Once inside [...]

How do you embed the tour into a website?

Embedding your virtual tour directly into your website is a great way to show off your business and keep your visitors on your site. Remember that others can embed your tour into their site as well. For example, if an online publication writes an article about your business, let them know that they can [...]

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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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