Enhancing Construction Site Photography with Cut-Out Photos

Focused construction site photo (L) vs original (R)

Construction site cut-out photograph (L) vs original (R)

Updated 18th June 2024, by Jack

In the bustling heart of London, construction sites are often surrounded by the relentless activity of a busy city. For professionals in the construction industry, capturing clear and focused site progress can be challenging. This is where the technique of using cut-out photographs comes into play. At Vidda, we understand the importance of clear, distraction-free images.

The Benefits of Cut-Out Photographs

Here’s how cut-out photos can significantly enhance your construction site photography and why you should consider integrating this technique into your documentation process.

Enhanced Focus: By removing the background, cut-out photos draw immediate attention to the key elements of the site. This focused approach ensures that every detail is seen and appreciated, which is crucial for project assessments and evaluations.
Professional Presentation: When presenting site progress, especially in important meetings or reports, photos with transparent backgrounds convey a higher level of professionalism. They highlight the construction details more effectively and can be seamlessly integrated into various presentation materials, enhancing overall communication.
Eliminating Distractions: London’s streets are always alive with activity, from bustling pedestrians to moving vehicles. Cut-out photographs help to eliminate these distractions, ensuring that the focus remains solely on the construction site. This clarity is essential for stakeholders who need to assess progress without the noise of the surrounding environment.

How to Create Cut-Out Photographs

At Vidda, we offer professional site cut-outs as part of our aerial photography services. However, for those who prefer a DIY approach, several online tools and software can assist you in creating cut-out photos. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do it:

Choose a Background Remover: There are various online tools available for removing backgrounds from images. Some of the popular ones include remove.bg and Adobe’s Free Image Background Remover. Each tool has its unique algorithm, so it might be worth trying a few to see which works best for your specific photos.
Crop Unwanted Areas: Pre-crop the image to remove any unnecessary areas. Numerous photo cropping software options are available. If you’re on a PC, opening the image with Windows Photos and selecting edit mode is a good free option. Cropping helps the background remover tool to focus better on the relevant parts of the photo.
Upload Your Photo: Select the photo you want to edit and upload it to the chosen background remover tool.
Remove the Background: Follow the tool’s instructions to remove the background. Typically, this involves clicking a remove background button and waiting for the process to complete.
Download the Result: Once the background has been removed, download the new image. If the result is not what you expected, try refining in the next step.
Refine as Needed: If you’re still not satisfied, further crop out unneeded areas or use another background removal tool for a better outcome. In our experience, Adobe’s tool often works best for construction sites due to its advanced algorithms.
Add to Your Project: Once you have the final cut-out image, it's important to save the file as a .png format to retain the transparent background. This ensures the photo can be easily added to your presentations, reports, or any other project materials without any background interference.

Conclusion

Cut-out photographs are a powerful tool in construction site photography, particularly in a busy city like London. They enhance focus, improve professional presentations, and eliminate distractions. Whether you choose to use online tools or opt for professional services from Vidda, the benefits of clear, background-free images are undeniable. For more information or assistance with your construction site photography, feel free to reach out to Vidda. We're here to help you present your project in the best light possible.