Some people would say that real estate photos live a very utilitarian life, usually quite short and with an almost depressing singularity of purpose.  Get people to notice the house.  Get people to see that it is a nice house.  Give them an idea of what type of house it is, and finally play a role in having them see the house. 
As a photographer and an artist first and foremost, I would like to think that these pictures also play a role in showing people a home, not just a structure, and showing it to them through their heart's eye.  Not just conveying information but conveying a feeling that will hopefully be the one they feel when they think of the word "home".

As such, I firmly believe that a listing should include photos beyond just: "these are the rooms, this is the front of the house, this is the backyard, shed, pool, what have you".
I think that homes have a character, a personality, a spirit.  This is most obvious in older homes: the brass door knob, smoothed by thousands of turns by hundreds of hands over the years!  The skeleton key that opens all the old locks in a house.  A room that just begs for a piano, or a painters easel - even if they are not pieces that are included with the sale of the property, they speak to the home's character and spirit. 

Perhaps a statuette in the back yard, or an old, old tree.  Maybe it's a unique piece of trim, a banister lovingly worn to a satin beauty by the people who leaned on it, in good times and in bad. 
I think all these things are important, that they're special, that they're something that speaks to us on a level beyond utility and practicality.  And I think it is never time wasted taking these pictures, as I don't think it is time or money wasted to include them among the listing photos.

Perhaps I am just a sap.  Maybe I am the one who "doesn't get it".  But I really think human beings respond to that aspect of making a decision about their greatest single expenditure.  And I think it would be foolish to overlook that.

Had the distinct pleasure of working with Jim McKay of Right At Home Realty - this lovely home in south Bowmanville is literally minutes away from the lake, and near by sports facilities and parks.  For those who commute, its very conveniently located near the 401, yet you would never know when relaxing on the porch or in the spacious backyard!

Jim was a consummate professional and the attention to detail in this property really showed.  I can only say that very little will be left to the new owners of this home, just move in and enjoy!

This is really a lovely, well kept home in perfect shape, well appointed and very tastefully finished - for more photos have a look at the slide show HERE! Enjoy!