Are you thinking about or in the process of listing your motorhome on Goboony? Then you probably want to know how to make your motorhome as attractive to potential hirers as possible. Several things are crucial when it comes to a successful listing, and adding great photos is one of the most important. A picture says a thousand words. As such, a good photo has the power to change an ad. Therefore, we’ve got a few guidelines to make it look as beautiful as it deserves! With these 10 tips for taking the best photos of your motorhome, you'll be well on the way to getting plenty of booking requests.
1. Make sure your vehicle is clean and shiny
It won't come as a surprise that the first step to taking great photos of your motorhome is making it look spick and span. Be thorough, as even though your vehicle might look clean at a glance, it may still have dirty or dusty surfaces that are likely to be exposed in photos. So, have a clean first. Get the bodywork to shine, remove stains, and have good dust.
2. Choose the right background
When deciding where to photograph your motorhome, pay attention to the background. People looking to travel in a motorhome are likely to imagine themselves travelling on nice roads or beautiful countryside, so try and show them the possibilities in your photos. Be creative, and maybe even inspire others! However, you don't want your background to steal all the attention, so make sure you pick a spot that functions as a decor, without taking away from the main character: your vehicle.
3. Pay attention to exposure
Exposure is very important because you want your motorhome to be clearly visible. Although it can be tempting to shoot your motorhome at the so-called golden hour of sunrise and sunset, it is advised to always include photos taken in proper daylight on your listing. Try to work on a sunny day to enforce a bright and positive feel. Although, if the sun is too bright, it can reflect off the motorhome. A flash can stop this, however.
4. Opt for good quality
Most modern-day smartphones have excellent cameras on them, but if you do have a proper camera then use it. Also, make sure the resolution of your photos is at least 1024 x 268 pixels. Never use any blurry photos of the motorhome or its details, as they can be very offputting to potential hirers. If necessary, use a tripod or support your device on a steady surface to avoid a shaky shot.
5. Get the total picture
Make sure you have a photo that clearly shows the entire motorhome. This is best done in horizontal (landscape) format, which is how the photos are shown once published on Goboony. Take a few photos from different angles so the parameters of your vehicle are clear.
6. Zoom in on details
Although the entirety is important, also show off the details of your vehicle. Does your motorhome have an awning, pop top, roof terrace, bicycle rack or any other features on its exterior? Then you want to clearly display them in your listing photos.
7. Change up the angle
Don’t limit yourself to taking all photos from the same height or position. Get down low, or shoot from above to mix up the shots. It’s worth tying every angle, as you never know which one might suddenly work and get your potential hirer's attention.
8. Sell the interior
Seeing as your hirers will be spending a great deal of time inside your vehicle, they are also going to be curious as to the inside of the vehicle. Make sure everything is clean and eat, pack personal items away or take them out completely. It's also important to try and make the space look as large as possible. To do this, take shots from the far corners of your motorhome interior.
9. Light it up
Pictures that have the motorhome’s lighting on are always interesting, as the light draws attention to the motorhome. Furthermore, twilight settings can enhance the atmosphere and cosiness of the motorhome, combined with its internal lights. Pictures looking outwards from the inside also provide a unique view, such as through the windscreen. You also show off the dashboard with this shot!
10. Quantity, as well as quality
Don’t be reluctant to post too many photos on your listing. The more pictures there are, the better an idea a potential traveller gets of the vehicle they're hiring. The more comfortable and familiar they become with it, the more likely they are to go ahead with the booking.
And there you have it, 10 tips for taking great photos of your motorhome for hiring out. All there's rest to do now is channel your inner travel photographer and show everyone on Goboony how beautiful, comfortable and cosy your motorhome is.
Benefits of hiring out your motorhome on Goboony
-Hiring out on Goboony is free
-You decide how, to who and when you want to hire out
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-We provide support throughout the whole process
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