SANTA FE AIRBNB PHOTOGRAPHER

Looking for a Santa Fe Airbnb photographer or expert vacation rental photography in Santa Fe?
High-quality images are the key to making your short-term rental stand out on Airbnb, VRBO, and other platforms. Professional photos can help you attract more guests, increase your nightly rate, and earn better reviews.
I hired Max Highstein (Desert Heart Multimedia) to do photography for my VRBO listing. I couldn’t be more pleased. Max gave me excellent photos, a gorgeous video, two different kinds of 3D tours including Matterport and Kuula, and a much better floorpan than I had before.
— Tim Garvey, VRBO/AirBnB Host
He went above and beyond my expectations, and made certain I had more than enough high quality media for my listings. I can highly recommend Max Highstein and Desert Heart for anyone’s short term rental property in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Why Choose a Professional Santa Fe Airbnb Photographer?
- Boost Your Bookings: Listings with professional Airbnb photography consistently receive more views and bookings.
- Maximize Your Earning Potential: Our vacation rental photography in Santa Fe helps you showcase your property’s best features, allowing you to command higher nightly rates.
- Stand Out on VRBO and Airbnb: With expertly composed VRBO listing photos, your property will catch the eye of travelers searching for the perfect Santa Fe getaway.
What’s Included in Our Vacation Rental Photography Services?
- Interior & Exterior Photography: Capture every detail, from cozy bedrooms to inviting living spaces and beautiful outdoor areas.
- Aerial Drone Photos: Highlight your property’s unique location and surroundings.
- Video Tours: Show your space with dramatic style, emphasizing value and wow factor.
- 3d Virtual Tours: Give potential guests a virtual walkthrough, increasing their confidence to book.
- Fast Turnaround: Get your Santa Fe Airbnb photos quickly, so you can update your listing and start attracting guests right away.
- Platform-Ready Images: All images are delivered in the correct size and format for Airbnb, VRBO, and other vacation rental sites. For more on Airbnb’s photo requirements, see Airbnb’s official photography guidelines.
Want to learn more about optimizing your property to attract clients? Check out our Ultimate Guide.
Here’s an example of our aerial drone footage. Imagine this on your own rental webpage:
A cinematic video is an excellent way to show off the features of your vacation rental property in Santa Fe. We made this one for a client’s VRBO listing:
A 360, 3D Virtual Tour can add dimension to your listing, and help your potential renters visualize the experience. Here’s a Matterport Tour we made for a short term rental listing in Santa Fe on VRBO:
Why Work With a Local Santa Fe Airbnb Photographer?
- Local Expertise: As a Santa Fe-based photographer, I understand what travelers are looking for in this market.
- Personalized Service: Every property is unique—your photos will be tailored to highlight what makes your rental special.
- Easy Booking Process: Simple scheduling and fast delivery to get your listing live as soon as possible.
From The Photographer

My wife Michele and I have enjoyed life in our Eldorado home since 1989. My background is in music and psychology, with several graduate degrees. I serve the Santa Fe community in multiple ways through my studio, Desert Heart Multimedia. Whether it’s photography, video, or audio production, I love delivering the highest quality results to my clients.
My approach to real estate media is straightforward. Every agent and property owner needs media that shows their property in its best light. They need it quickly, and they want to pay a fair price. By providing that, I know I’ll have a happy client, and probably a repeat client.
That’s why I use great equipment, take care with every shot, and take the time to do it right. Every house and every job is different, and therefore approached individually. Whether it’s a starter apartment or a luxury house on the hill, I do my best to make it look its best, and get your shots to you without delay.
You’re always welcome to contact me with any questions. I’d rather you call than email, and I’d rather you email than text. But reach out any way you need to, and we’ll discuss.
I wish you a thriving business and a fulfilled life!
Max Highstein