Real estate & family photography · Connecticut
Homes that sell.Moments that stay.
Listing photos that make buyers stop scrolling, and family portraits you’ll actually want to print — by Connecticut photographer Jake DeGennaro.
01 What I shoot
Two specialties. One eye for detail.
Dege Photo is a multiple award-winning real estate and family photographer based in Connecticut. Pick the path that fits you.
For agents & homeowners
Real estate photography
MLS-ready, high-resolution photos that show off every property’s best features — delivered fast so your listing goes live on time.
- Listing photos
- Drone & aerial
- Twilight
- Architectural
- Commercial
- Virtual staging & floor plans
Packages starting at$150
For families
Family photography
Relaxed, fun sessions at your favorite Connecticut location — with a dad-of-three’s patience for getting little ones to smile.
- Families
- Maternity
- Engagements
- Holidays
- Kids & milestones
- And more
Sessions starting at$160
02 Selected work
From curb appeal to first birthdays
A few favorites from recent and past sessions. Tap any photo to view it full size.
See the full portfolio
03 For real estate pros
Why agents trust Dege Photo
Your listing photos are the first showing. Here’s what you can count on, every shoot.
Listing-ready quality
The best quality, MLS-compliant, high-resolution photography that highlights every property’s unique selling points.
Agent-friendly service
Professional, punctual, and courteous — with you and your clients and homeowners.
Fast, reliable turnaround
Real estate photos delivered within 24–48 hours, depending on the weekday of the shoot, to keep your listing schedule on track.
Staging support
Always glad to help with minor decluttering, repositioning, or last-minute touch-ups. Getting the perfect shot often means a little last-minute prep.
Flexible scheduling
Including next-day and off-hour availability to meet tight listing deadlines.
Licensed for drone work
Jake is licensed in the USA for commercial drone flight and aerial photography — perfect for acreage, lakefront and estate listings.
At a glance
04 For families
A photographer who’s been there with little ones
As a parent of three, Jake knows capturing a child’s personality can be stressful. He uses patience, flexibility, and experience as a parent and photographer to get great photos while making your session fun for everyone.
- Choose your favorite Connecticut location
- Families, maternity, engagements, holidays, milestones and more
- Edited photos delivered in about 2 weeks
05 How it works
Booked, prepped, delivered
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Book your time
Agents pick a slot on Jake’s Calendly. Families text, email, or send a quick request and Jake confirms the details.
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Get photo-ready
Use the listing prep checklist. Can’t get to everything? Jake’s happy to help with final touches on arrival.
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Receive your photos
Real estate in 24–48 hours. Family sessions in about 2 weeks.
Kind words
Agents and families keep coming back
Real reviews from Dege Photo clients, shared on degephoto.com. On Facebook, the page shows 100% recommend across 29 reviews.
Jake is my go-to for all my real estate photos. Very professional and always extremely flexible with scheduling.
I love the way our pictures came out! I had a hard time choosing which ones to print! Jake was professional and has an amazing eye to capture the best memories!
Absolutely outstanding customer service. My son’s newborn photos were worth every cent. Jake truly puts his heart and soul into every photo taken. Working with a newborn can be difficult but he had patience like a saint.
Jake was very experienced and took wonderful pictures of our entire family of 6 plus the dog. He was extremely patient while getting all the little ones to smile and cooperate. Highly recommend!
Jake was truly a pleasure to work with! He was so laid back, organized and friendly. He made us feel comfortable. Jake edits pictures super fast and is truly accommodating. I’m so glad we went with Jake for our family photos!!!
Jake is very easy to work with, his photos come out beautiful and he delivers them within a reasonable amount of time. I cannot recommend him enough and have gotten multiple photos taken per year since my 1st shoot with him.
Jake is so easy going, which makes it that much easier! Small or large groups, he’s great, especially with the kids and we all know how hard it is to capture those smiles when they won’t sit still! Definitely recommend him and will be doing many future sessions!
Have worked with Jake on 2 family photo shoots so far and there will be many more to come! He is very laid back and allows the kids to do things naturally to get the best shot! He also takes time to make sure you get every photo that you want.
Read more or leave your own on Facebook reviews.
06 In motion
Property reels from the feed
Short videos posted to Dege Photo’s Instagram and Facebook.
Watch all reelsLately on Instagram
@jakedegephoto
Where Jake shoots
Serving Connecticut, from Litchfield Hills to the shoreline counties
Dege Photo works with real estate professionals, homeowners and families throughout Litchfield, Fairfield, most of New Haven, and Hartford counties.
Including towns like
- Waterbury
- Torrington
- Bristol
- Harwinton
- Naugatuck
- Prospect
- Thomaston
- Watertown
- Litchfield
- Terryville
- Northfield
Not sure if you’re in range? Just ask.
FAQ
Questions, answered
What areas do you serve?
Real estate professionals, homeowners, and families throughout Connecticut, including Litchfield, Fairfield, most of New Haven, and Hartford counties.
What types of photography do you offer?
- Real estate listing photography
- Family photography (including maternity, engagement, holiday, and more)
- Architectural photography
- Drone / aerial photography
- Twilight and sunset shots
- Commercial property photography
How do I book a photo shoot?
Real estate shoots can be booked online through Jake’s Calendly. For family photography, text 203-727-2860, email jakedegephoto@gmail.com, or send a session request.
What is your turnaround time?
- Real estate photos: delivered within 24–48 hours, depending on the weekday of the shoot.
- Family photos: delivered within approximately 2 weeks.
What should I do to prepare my home or listing for photos?
Clean and declutter, stage rooms for presentation, and move cars out of the driveway. There’s a full room-by-room prep checklist you can tick off, save, or print.
Do you offer virtual staging or floor plans?
Yes! Virtual staging, floor plans, and other add-ons are available upon request. Let Jake know what you need when booking.
What happens if it rains on the scheduled shoot day?
Jake monitors the weather closely. If bad weather could impact your shoot, he’ll reach out to reschedule or pivot to interior-only coverage. Gray skies? Don’t worry — they can be transformed into beautiful blue skies in editing.
Can I be on-site during the shoot?
You’re welcome to be present, but it’s not required. Just make sure the home is photo-ready and accessible.
What are your rates?
Real estate shoots start at $150. Family shoots start at $160. Text 203-727-2860 to discuss your project. Cash, check, Venmo, and PayPal are accepted.
Ready when you are
Let’s get your next shoot on the calendar.
Agents can book a listing shoot online in a couple of clicks. Families, send a quick request or call/text Jake at 203-727-2860.