Rice Nation Media
Storybook Tudor facade in afternoon light

Santa Monica, CA

Real Estate Photographer
Santa Monica, CA

Photography, film and reels for homes across Santa Monica, Venice, Pacific Palisades and the Westside.

At a Glance

Rice Nation Media is a photography and film studio based in Costa Mesa, serving Santa Monica agents, architects and builders. Premium Photography starts at $300 and listing films at $650. Photographs arrive the next day, films and reels in two to three days.

Santa Monica

The Westside, in true color.

North of Montana traditionals, Sunset Park craftsmen and modern builds in Ocean Park each carry the Pacific light differently. We blend flash and ambient by hand so that light, and the color of each room, stays true.

  • Signature and Premium Photography
  • Signature and Premium Film
  • Reels, with you on camera or without
  • Aerial, where airspace allows
  • Twilight, floor plans and Zillow 3D tours
  • Property websites
Services & pricing →
Sitting room beneath an arched window

Why It Matters

Good media isn't a luxury.
It's math.

32%faster sales with professional photographyRedfin, 22-market study
96%of buyers call photos the most useful part of a listingNAR, 2024
81%of sellers contact only one agentNAR, 2024

See It in Motion

A listing film, nearby.

Drakes Bay, Laguna Niguel

Watch full films & reels →

Neighborhoods

Across Santa Monica.

North of MontanaOcean ParkSunset ParkWilshire MontanaMid-CityVenicePacific PalisadesBrentwood

What They Say

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The quality of their photos and video is exceptional. They know exactly how to capture a property in its best light, and their attention to detail really shows in the final product. Communication is seamless, and they make the entire process easy every single time.

Ryan VersfeltLyon Stahl
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Victor is a next level videographer. He's very patient with those of us who are new to creating real estate content. Because he's well educated in directing he's able to guide us through our shoots quickly and stress free.

Cheyenne AlredStanfield Real Estate
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Victor is our preferred photographer for our projects. He knows how to find the best angles and right lighting to showcase our construction job sites. Money shot every time.

Noah MartinGottsik Construction
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Victor did an outstanding job from start to finish. He gave great direction during filming, making the whole process easy and comfortable. Highly recommend working with him and his team.

Amber BakeStanfield Real Estate

Common Questions

Santa Monica,
answered.

Do I need a listing video for every property in Santa Monica?

Not always. Photography carries every listing. A film or reel adds movement, sound and the setting. We are glad to help you choose for each home.

Can you fly a drone in Santa Monica?

Where airspace allows. Santa Monica sits near Santa Monica Airport and LAX, so our FAA Part 107 certified pilot requests authorization before each flight. If a flight is not allowed, Signature Photography includes more photos instead.

Do you serve Venice, Pacific Palisades, and Brentwood?

Yes, across the Westside, including Venice, Pacific Palisades and Brentwood.

How much does real estate photography and video cost in Santa Monica?

For homes up to 2,000 sq ft: Premium Photography $300, Signature Photography $650, Premium Film or Reel $650, Signature Reel $1,200 and Signature Film $1,500. Larger homes add a set amount per 1,000 sq ft, shown on Services. Homes over 8,000 sq ft are quoted.

How fast is your turnaround in Santa Monica?

Premium photographs arrive the next day and Signature photographs in two to four days. Films and reels arrive in two to three days.

Do you charge for travel?

Travel is included for most Santa Monica addresses, within 50 driving miles of our Costa Mesa base. Up to 75 miles is $100.

Let's Begin

Tell us about the home
in Santa Monica.

We photograph a small number of homes each month, one at a time.

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info@ricenationmedia.com