Today we’d like to introduce you to Tony Harris.
Hi Tony, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
I actually started back in 2017 when I was still in high school. I had saved up enough to buy my first drone — I just loved flying and capturing the world from above. There was something about seeing things from a different perspective that really stuck with me.
My now father-in-law saw that interest and pushed me to get my commercial pilot’s license so I could actually use it for work. That was a big turning point. From there, I started doing commercial aerial shoots and slowly got more connected with businesses that needed professional visuals.
Over time, I tried a few different things — I even got into wedding videography for a while — but I eventually realized that my passion wasn’t in weddings. It was in real estate. I loved capturing spaces, especially the design and purpose behind them.
At first, we took on both residential and commercial projects to figure out where we fit best. But as we grew, it became clear that our real niche — and where we really stand out — is in commercial real estate. That’s where Harris Studios is fully focused now.
It’s been a really fun journey — starting with a drone I saved up for in high school and turning it into something much bigger. Now it’s about helping brands, developers, and brokers tell their story through visuals that actually move their business forward.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
Like with anything worth building, it definitely hasn’t been perfectly smooth — but that’s all part of it. Going into this, and even with my other business experiences, I understood there would naturally be learning lessons along the way.
We’ve had times where we missed a client’s expectations, dealt with unpredictable weather, or even got a drone stuck on a building just trying to get the perfect shot. It happens. But every one of those moments taught us something.
Over time, we’ve really learned to embrace that process — to take the challenges, learn from them, and use them to refine our brand, our approach, and our systems. It’s all helped us grow into what Harris Studios is today: a company focused on consistently delivering exceptional results for our clients while always getting a little better with each project.
Appreciate you sharing that. What should we know about Harris Studios?
Harris Studios is a commercial real estate media company based in the Twin Cities. We help developers, brokers, and construction companies showcase their projects in a way that builds credibility, attracts attention, and strengthens their brand.
We focus on creating high-end visuals for commercial spaces, including new developments, office interiors, retail, industrial, and multifamily properties. What sets us apart is the balance between consistent, clean imagery and storytelling. We don’t just take photos or videos of buildings. We capture the intention and energy behind each space and highlight what makes it unique to buyers, tenants, or investors.
Another thing that makes us different is that when you work with Harris Studios, you work directly with us. We don’t hire freelancers. We take pride in maintaining full control of our quality, our process, and the client experience from start to finish. That hands-on approach is what allows us to deliver the level of work our clients expect.
Over time, we’ve refined our systems to make things smooth and stress-free for clients. We understand how valuable their time is, so our goal is always to deliver polished, high-end results without unnecessary back-and-forth.
What I’m most proud of is the focus we’ve developed. Early on, we took on a mix of projects, but once we committed fully to commercial real estate, everything clicked. It allowed us to raise our standards, sharpen our brand, and truly own our niche.
At its core, Harris Studios is about helping businesses grow by showcasing their work in the best possible light. Every project we take on is intentional, and every relationship we build matters.
So, before we go, how can our readers or others connect or collaborate with you? How can they support you?
The best way to work with us is to reach out through our website at www.tonyharrisstudios.com
, connect with us on Instagram at @tonyharrisstudios
, or send us an email at [email protected]
. Whether you’re a developer, broker, construction company, or brand looking to elevate how you showcase your spaces, we’d love to connect and learn more about your goals.
One thing that sets us apart is that we always offer the first commercial shoot completely free — photos, video, drone, everything. We want potential clients and partners to experience the full value of what we do and see firsthand how professional media can impact their exposure, marketing, and ROI.
We’re also always open to collaborating with other creatives, marketing teams, and agencies who share our passion for storytelling and quality. The goal is always the same: to create content that not only looks great but helps our clients grow their business.
And honestly, we just love connecting with people. We’re always down to grab a coffee, dinner, or a drink to talk business, creative ideas, or future projects. Building real relationships is at the core of what we do, and some of our best collaborations have started with a simple conversation.
If you want to support us, sharing our work, following along, or introducing us to someone who could benefit from what we do means a lot. Harris Studios is continuing to grow toward becoming the Twin Cities’ go-to commercial real estate media company, and we’re excited for every opportunity to connect along the way.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.tonyharrisstudios.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonyharrisstudios/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyharris28/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TonyHarrisStudios
