The Houston Piano Moving Guide to Perfect Piano Photography

Whether you are staging photos of your piano to sell, or simply want to capture musical memories for your scrapbook or social media, there’s an art to capturing the perfect piano snapshot—and today, we’re sharing a few tips on how to do it. Take a look.

Show your instrument some TLC

Regular piano upkeep can help your instrument shine in photographs! You don’t need to go to extremes to get a beautiful piano—simply show some TLC with regular dusting or wiping with a feather duster or microfiber cloth. This will help remove dust, fingerprints and other signs of everyday use.

Let the light in

For the overall longevity of your instrument, it is best to keep your piano out of direct light. That means positioned away from windows, or at least keeping your drapes and curtains closed—however, for the purposes of your photo op, it can be helpful to let the light in temporarily to showcase the instrument in all its glory!

Experiment with angles

Your piano is best admired from a wide variety of angles, so experiment with several to get the shots you need! An overhead, aerial-style shot is a great way to showcase clean lines and the playing surface, especially if you are capturing an action shot or fancy finger work for a technique tutorial.

Find inspiration online

As the trusted team for Los Angeles, New York and Philadelphia piano moving (we serve the entire contiguous United States!), we’ve had the privilege of seeing—and snapping—some seriously beautiful pianos. Let our online gallery serve as a source of inspiration for your piano photoshoot.  

Have some fun

Though piano pictures can have many purposes, rarely do they have to be so serious or stuffy! Have some fun with lively action shots, or invite your four-legged friend for an appearance. You really can’t go wrong.

Ready, set, snap! We hope these tips help you capture your piano the way you see it—as a beautiful part of the family, an extension of your own style and a provider of endless musical memories.

And remember—when you partner with our experienced, professional piano moving team, you can count on a seamless move that keeps your instrument looking picture-perfect for years to come. Get an instant quote today or contact us to learn more!