The Journal
Behind the scenes, photography tips, and stories from the Irish landscape.
How to Prepare a House for Real Estate Photography: A Room-by-Room Checklist
Preparing a home for professional property photography does not require a complete makeover. This practical room-by-room checklist helps estate agents and homeowners present each space clearly while protecting personal information and preparing for photography, video and 3D tours.
What Estate Agents Should Expect From a Professional Property Media Shoot
A professional property media shoot should be organised, efficient and straightforward. Here is what estate agents can expect from OpenÉire before, during and after a shoot.
Top Irish Landscapes That Look Incredible as Prints
A guide to the kinds of Irish landscapes that work beautifully as wall art prints, from coastlines and cliffs to textured countryside and scenes with strong atmosphere.
Why Aerial Photography Makes Stunning Wall Art
A closer look at why aerial photography works so well as wall art, from composition and abstraction to atmosphere, design, and the emotional pull of seeing a landscape from above.
Canvas vs Fine Art Prints: What Should You Choose?
A practical guide to choosing between canvas and fine art prints, including the differences in finish, feel, detail, framing, atmosphere, and what works best in different spaces.
How to Choose the Perfect Aerial Print for Your Home
A practical guide to choosing the right aerial print for your home, from size and room placement to colour, mood, and selecting artwork that feels intentional rather than generic.
Do You Need Permission to Use Aerial Footage in Marketing?
A practical guide to whether you need permission to use aerial footage in marketing, including licensing, commercial rights, business use, and common mistakes brands make.
What Businesses Need to Know Before Using Drone Footage
A practical guide for businesses using drone footage, covering licensing, commercial rights, marketing usage, brand risk, and what to check before using aerial content.
Royalty-Free vs Licensed Footage: What’s the Difference?
Confused about royalty-free and licensed footage? This guide explains the differences and helps you choose the right usage model.
How Much Does Drone Footage Cost in Ireland?
A practical guide to drone footage pricing in Ireland, including what affects cost, how licensing scope changes value, and why pricing depends on the actual use of the content.