Yacht Photography Blog

Livorno has long been one of the key centres of the Italian yachting industry. With the development of new facilities dedicated to large yachts, the Tuscan port is now becoming increasingly interesting not only for shipyards and refit operations, but also as a destination for superyachts cruising along the Italian coast. D-Marin’s development of Marina …

There is no single best place to photograph a yacht in the Mediterranean. The right location depends on what the images need to achieve: dramatic scenery, calm water, a recognisable destination, a rocky coastline or simply a clean horizon without other yachts in the background. For brokers, captains and yacht managers planning a photoshoot, choosing …

When choosing a yacht photographer, one of the first questions a captain, yacht manager or broker may ask is: “Have you worked on yachts of this size before?” It is a reasonable question. Experience onboard matters, especially when photography, video, drone operations, navigation, tender and crew all need to be coordinated. However, the difference between …

Photographing a superyacht is rarely just about arriving at a marina with cameras and a predefined shot list. Yachts move, itineraries change, weather conditions evolve, and a production originally planned in one country can eventually take place hundreds of miles away. Our recent photography and video production for M/Y G.B., a 40-metre classic explorer yacht, …

When people think about yacht stabilisation, they usually think about comfort for guests. For a photographer or videographer working onboard, however, stabilisation can also have a significant impact on the production itself. We have worked on yachts with no stabilisation, with fin stabilisers and with gyroscopic systems such as Seakeeper. Each solution creates different working …

When booking a professional yacht or superyacht photoshoot, one of the most common questions is simple: how many final photographs will I receive? At Yacht Photo Studio, our quotations generally specify a minimum delivery of around 100 final photographs for a complete yacht photoshoot. In practice, we often deliver considerably more. Depending on the yacht …

A professional yacht photoshoot can take anywhere from half a day to two full days or more, depending on the size of the yacht, its layout and the type of photography required. A relatively simple 20-metre open yacht may be photographed in half a day. For yachts measuring 25 metres and above, however, we generally …

A finished photograph of a superyacht can look effortless: calm water, perfect light, immaculate decks and a yacht moving through the Mediterranean. The reality behind the camera is very different. A professional superyacht photoshoot is a production that starts well before the first photograph is taken. For us, the first step is normally to organise …

A yacht charter brochure does not need hundreds of photographs. It needs the right photographs, with enough variety to tell the complete story of the yacht or superyacht and the experience guests can have on board. As a general guideline, around 30–50 carefully selected photographs can be enough for many yacht and superyacht charter brochures. …

The MYBA Charter Show is one of the important professional events dedicated to the yacht charter market. Hosted at Portosole Sanremo, it brings together charter yachts, brokers, Central Agents, captains and crews. It is an opportunity to discover not only the yachts, but also the type of experience they can offer future guests. For a …

Looking for a photographer for a yacht or superyacht? Start with the purpose of the shoot, the yacht’s location and the way you plan to use the images. Yacht photography combines architectural photography, work at sea and, for charter yachts, the ability to capture the experience created by the crew. What should I look for …

How much does professional yacht photography cost? A practical guide to half-day shoots, full productions, photo and video, travel and usage.

Yacht Photo Studio visits Monaco Yacht Show 2026: superyachts, design, technology, SPRIBE, Benetti B.Now 50 and the evolution of yacht marketing.

A charter photoshoot is not only about photographing the yacht. It is also about photographing the work of the crew. The service, attention to detail and atmosphere created on board are an essential part of the charter experience. Our goal is to show potential guests not only where they will stay, but what they can …

From 1 to 6 October 2026, Genoa will once again become one of the main meeting points for the international yachting industry with the 66th Genoa International Boat Show. Shipyards, yacht brands, designers, brokers and marine companies will meet in Genoa to present new models, technologies and ideas for the future of yachting. For us, …

Weather is one of the most important variables in a yacht photography and video production. Unlike an interior studio shoot, working on a yacht means dealing with changing light, wind, waves and sea conditions throughout the day. These elements can completely change both the visual result and the way the production needs to be organised. …

Drone technology has transformed yacht photography and video. Before drones became part of professional productions, aerial images required helicopters or other complex solutions. Today, a drone allows us to add an aerial perspective to a yacht photoshoot quickly and efficiently, creating views that would otherwise be difficult to achieve. A new perspective on the yacht …

A yacht is not only a collection of interiors and exterior spaces. Especially in the charter market, the visual content also needs to communicate what guests can actually experience on board. Water toys are one of the most effective ways to bring that experience to life. Showing the yacht in action Jet skis, Seabobs, paddleboards, …

The Monaco Yacht Show is one of the most important meeting points for the international superyacht industry. Shipyards, brokers, designers, equipment manufacturers and specialist companies come together to present not only yachts, but also their identity and the quality of their work. Photography is part of how a brand presents itself In this environment, professional …