Construction Progress Photography, Done Properly
Regular photography documenting a building project from site preparation to completion.
Imogen Clarke
What is at stake
Progress images support marketing, claims and records, and sites impose safety and access rules on photographers.
The playbook
- Agree fixed camera positions for repeat visits
- Complete site inductions and wear required protection
- Photograph on a regular schedule
- Record dates and locations in metadata
- Check drone rules before aerial work
Where it goes wrong
Avoid:
- Photographers wandering active sites unaccompanied
- Inconsistent viewpoints between visits
- Aerial work without certification
- Images with no date records
The numbers behind it
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Site safety | sites require inductions and protective equipment |
| Fixed positions | repeating the same viewpoints shows progress clearly |
| Drones | commercial drone flights require certification |
| Records | dated images support disputes and claims |
Getting outside help
When to hand it over: Bring in help when documenting projects over months.
Where this comes from
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration — Safety and health topics
- Federal Aviation Administration — Part 107 small unmanned aircraft rule
The figures and practices above come from the sources listed.
Working on something like this?
We take on Photography & Product Visuals work for teams who want it done once, properly. Tell us what you are building and we will tell you honestly whether we are the right studio for it. Start a project.
Where to go next
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