Mitch Lyons explains how thoughtful planning, professional photography, and strong client relationships can help landscape projects look their best and work harder in marketing and awards.
In this episode…
Great landscape photography starts well before the camera comes out. The condition of the garden, time of day, seasonal timing, and site preparation can determine whether the finished images truly reflect the work.
Adam Hompas speaks with Mitch Lyons, owner of Lyons Photography, about his path from commercial and real estate photography into landscapes, gardens, and pools. Mitch explains why landscape work is often best captured late in the day, how he balances wide views with mid-range and detail shots, and why maintenance before the shoot is one of the most important steps a landscaping team can take.
The conversation also explores how professional photography supports award entries, websites, Instagram, and wider marketing. Mitch shares how fast turnaround, strong client relationships, and a commitment to making every shoot his best have helped build repeat work and word-of-mouth referrals.
He also discusses drone photography, skilled retouching, the pressure of photographing multiple show gardens within a narrow dusk window at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, and the growing influence of AI.
For landscapers, designers, maintenance professionals, and suppliers, the practical message is clear: great work needs to be documented thoughtfully. Planning shoots ahead—rather than waiting until an award deadline or the middle of winter—gives a project a better chance to show its design, craftsmanship, and detail.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why site maintenance before a shoot can make a major difference to the finished images.
- How late-afternoon, golden-hour, and dusk conditions help capture landscapes and outdoor lighting.
- Why a strong image set should include wide, mid-range, detail, and aerial perspectives.
- How project photography can support award entries, websites, social media, and referrals.
- Where retouching can improve an image without misrepresenting the completed work.
- Why planning around the project and season is better than leaving photography until a deadline.
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How to Photograph Landscape Projects That Get Noticed | The Front Garden EP149
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