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real estate
photographer.

Grand Rapids realtors — work with one photographer on every listing. Three tiers, real twilight, drone, 24-hour delivery. Priority calendar access. House Photographer status after your second paid shoot.

$245 / $325 / $495 Real Twilight 24-Hour Delivery Part 107 Drone $50 Referral Credit
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Four steps. No paperwork.

Step 01 Book your first listing

Pick a tier, send the address, lock the date on the Calendly link. 50% deposit secures the slot.

Step 02 We shoot, we deliver

HDR interior + exterior, real twilight when in scope, drone when needed. Edited gallery in 24 hours via Pixieset.

Step 03 Send your second listing

After your second paid shoot, you are a House Photographer client. Priority scheduling. Direct text booking. No more form-filling.

Step 04 Refer an agent, earn $50

Send another West Michigan agent our way. When they book their first paid shoot, you get a $50 credit on your next listing.

Three tiers. Pick once. Use on every listing.

Every listing is different. Pick the tier that fits the property — keep it consistent on agent-brand listings, scale up for premium homes. No contracts, no minimums.

Essential
$245
per listing
  • HDR interiors & exteriors
  • 25-35 MLS-ready images
  • 24-hour delivery via Pixieset
  • Standard daytime exteriors
  • Includes everything for sub-$300K listings
Book Essential
Signature
$495
per listing
  • Everything in Showcase
  • Golden hour exterior shoot
  • Part 107 drone aerial
  • 60-second listing Reel
  • 55-70 total images
  • Built for $500K+ listings & waterfront
Book Signature
Add-On Real twilight on any package — $150 Add a separate blue-hour shoot to Essential. Buyers respond differently to real twilight vs virtual edits.
See Twilight Details →

Showcase vs Lakeshore Lens.

What you get
ECS Showcase
Lakeshore Lens (typical)
Price per listing
$325
$435
Twilight
Real blue-hour shoot
Virtual edit only
Photo count
30-35
20
2D floor plan
Included
Add-on
Vertical Reel cuts
Included
Add-on
Delivery
24 hours
48-72 hours typical
Direct booking with the photographer
Yes — Kaden, every shoot
Roster — varies

Comparison reflects publicly listed pricing as of May 2026. ECS Showcase saves $110 per listing and ships real twilight by default — the single biggest differentiator on listing engagement.

Why ECS for Listings

Three reasons agents stay.

01 One photographer. Every listing.

When you call a roster photographer, you get whoever is on shift. When you book ECS, you get the same photographer on every listing — same composition style, same color grade, same delivery pace. Your listings look like a brand, not a portfolio of strangers.

02 Real twilight, not Photoshop tricks.

Most West Michigan photographers either skip twilight or fake it with a daytime exterior color-graded in post. We schedule a separate shoot during the actual blue-hour window. The difference shows up in your CTR.

03 24-hour delivery. Every time.

Your listing schedule does not wait on edits. Shoot Monday, listing live Tuesday. We have never missed a delivery window — that is non-negotiable for an agent who depends on velocity.

$110 Cheaper per listing vs Lakeshore Showcase
24h Delivery on every package
300% Avg. view lift cited for twilight listings
$50 Referral credit per agent you bring in

Bring in another agent. Get $50 off your next listing.

Real estate runs on word of mouth. We do not pay kickbacks or commissions — that gets messy under RESPA. We do credit your account $50 when an agent you refer books their first paid shoot. Simple, transparent, and stackable on every listing you do with us.

See Referral Details

How it works

  • Text us your referred agent's name and number
  • They book their first paid shoot at any tier
  • $50 credit drops onto your next listing balance
  • No cap — refer 5 agents, save $250 on your book of business

Preferred Photographer Program FAQ.

What is the Preferred Photographer Program?

A standing photography partnership for Grand Rapids real estate agents. We become your go-to on every listing — three tiers, real twilight, drone, 24-hour delivery, priority calendar access, and a $50 referral credit when you bring another agent in. You reach House Photographer status after your second paid shoot.

How is this different from Lakeshore Lens or other Grand Rapids real estate photographers?

Two things. First, our Showcase tier is $325 vs Lakeshore's $435 for similar scope — $110 cheaper per listing. Second, we shoot real blue-hour twilight, not virtual twilight edits. Real twilight listings consistently outperform daytime-only photos for online views.

Do I have to commit to a contract or minimum?

No. No retainer, no minimum, no exclusivity. The "Preferred Photographer" name describes the working relationship — you choose to use us repeatedly because it is consistent and easy, not because a contract obligates you.

What if I have a listing under $200K?

Essential at $245 is built for it. HDR interiors and exteriors, 25-35 MLS-ready images, 24-hour delivery. We do not push you up a tier on listings that do not need it.

Do you offer drone photography for real estate?

Yes. Part 107 licensed aerial drone shots are an add-on for Essential and Showcase, and included in Signature. Especially impactful for waterfront listings, large lots, and neighborhood context.

Can my brokerage set this up as a preferred-vendor program?

Yes — we work with brokerage offices in a RESPA-compliant way: co-marketing, free office content, lunch-and-learns, and volume rates. No kickbacks. If you would like to introduce us to your broker, text Kaden at (616) 258-4578 — we will put together a one-pager for the office.

What's in the $150 real twilight add-on?

A separate blue-hour shoot scheduled for the same listing — 20-40 minute window post-sunset, interior lights warm, exteriors lit. Get 5-8 additional twilight exteriors delivered with your main gallery. Most Showcase clients add it on premium listings.

How do I book my first listing?

Click "Book Your First Listing" or call (616) 258-4578. Send the address, pick a tier, lock the date on Calendly. 50% deposit secures the slot. Balance due before delivery.

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