Taka Taira-Kaplan Photo/SF Bay Area Drone Photo

5.0 (7)
From Oakland, CA
SinceOctober, 2021

About
Before reaching out, please note that if you are a returning customer, it is preferable to contact me directly via email or phone rather than through CrackerJack. This helps us avoid duplicate fees on our end.

Unlike some real estate and media companies, I do not outsource my photo editing to South East Asia to cut costs. All of my clients' photos receive my undivided attention and are 100% processed by me. While I may not be the cheapest option, my prices reflect the amount of work and equipment needed to achieve optimal results for each room, including flash gears for interior spaces that ensure natural lighting. This, in turn, allows for a fast delivery time, even offering same-day if necessary.

With a background in architectural lighting design, I have been working as an architectural, interior, and real estate photographer since 2014. My services have expanded over time to include corporate headshots, aerial photography, real estate videography, and 360 virtual tours with Matterport/Zillow3D Home. I prioritize natural-looking, well-lit photos that are not over-processed. Virtual staging is also available, at an additional cost per image. If you're interested, you can find more reviews of my work on other websites.
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Service as described 5.0
Communication 5.0
Punctuality 5.0
BC
We engaged Taka, a highly skilled photographer and consummate expert, to capture images of our apartment for use on our Airbnb/Home Exchange listing. Collaborating with Taka was a breeze, he set a relaxing tone that put us at ease. Taka arrived early for the photoshoot and delivered exceptional results within 24 hours! His proactive tips on how to stage the apartment for optimal visuals ahead of the session were priceless. Above all, Taka's remarkable talent as a photographer truly brought out the best in our humble abode! Without reservation, I highly recommend Taka to anyone seeking to list their property!
January 20, 2022
MW
If you're looking for a trustworthy professional, Taka should be your go-to. The speed at which he delivered our office space photographs was remarkable, and the quality of his work was top-notch. I highly recommend Taka to anyone in need of high-quality architectural photography.
December 30, 2021
MH
A trusted friend suggested Taka Taira-Kaplan Photography when I was ready to sell my house. Working with Taka was a pleasure, as he skillfully identified the optimal framing angles and lighting for each shot. The resulting photos were fantastic, and adding them to our listing gave it an extra boost. I enthusiastically recommend Taka to anyone else looking to sell their home.
December 17, 2021
EF
Taka assisted us in getting our house photographed. He arrived fully equipped and enquired about our specific requirements to ensure satisfactory results. Taka's punctual delivery of stunning photographs was impressive. Working with him was a pleasure as he is amiable, and made the process smooth. We highly recommend Taka to those seeking high-quality photography services.
December 16, 2021
DL
I strongly endorse Taka Taira-Kaplan Photography. I opted for his services after being mesmerized by his website's breathtaking Architectural photographs. His excellent grasp on composition and lighting is commendable. Taka conducted himself in a professional, amicable manner, which helped us feel comfortable in his presence. He also fulfilled our request for photo editing and modifications until we were satisfied with the portrait photos. The final outcome was awe-inspiring and encapsulated our uniqueness impeccably.
December 2, 2021