Picturesque Photo & Media is a GTA-based visual media company helping businesses showcase their properties, spaces, and brands through compelling visual content.

Founded by Abu Salehin, the company offers professional photography, videography, drone imagery, 3D virtual tours, floor plans, virtual staging, and social media content creation. Working with realtors, builders, developers, architects, property managers, and commercial businesses, Abu helps clients create strong first impressions that attract attention and support sales and marketing efforts.

Today, Picturesque Photo & Media serves clients throughout Durham Region, the GTA, and beyond, providing the visual tools businesses need to stand out in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

Turning Passion Into Opportunity

Photography has always been a passion for Abu, but he saw the potential for something much bigger.

As he worked with clients, he realized many businesses needed more than great photos. They needed a strategic visual partner who could help bring their brand stories to life across websites, listings, social media, and marketing campaigns.

What began as a photography service has evolved into a full-service visual media company that continues to invest in new technologies, innovative services, and emerging industries.

Building a Stronger Foundation

As the business grew, Abu wanted to ensure he was making decisions that would support long-term success.

Through the Business Advisory Centre Durham and the Starter Company Plus program (funded by the Province of Ontario), he gained access to mentorship, business planning support, and valuable resources that helped him think beyond day-to-day operations and focus on sustainable growth.

Advisor Patrice Esper played an important role in helping Abu explore new opportunities, refine his strategy, and approach his business with greater confidence.

From Photographer to Business Owner

One of the biggest shifts for Abu was learning to think more strategically about his business.

The guidance and support he received through BACD helped him gain clarity around future growth opportunities while providing the confidence to invest in equipment, technology, and resources that would elevate the business to the next level.

Capturing Growth

Picturesque Photo & Media has expanded from a small photography operation into a comprehensive visual media company.

Today, Abu serves clients across multiple industries including real estate, construction, hospitality, commercial development, and professional services. While the company remains owner-operated, it works with a trusted network of collaborators who help support larger projects and specialized client needs.

His continued focus is on building a scalable business while expanding into new markets and industries.

Creating Connections That Last

For Abu, relationships have always been the foundation of success.

Referrals, repeat customers, networking, and social media have all played an important role in growing the business. By consistently delivering exceptional work and providing outstanding customer service, he has transformed one-time clients into long-term advocates.

Proud of the Journey

Abu is most proud of the trust he has earned from clients and the growth he’s achieved since launching the business.

Seeing a project come together and knowing his work helps clients market their properties, attract customers, and grow their businesses is what motivates him every day.

The opportunity to continuously learn, invest in new skills, and expand the business has made the entrepreneurial journey both rewarding and exciting.

Advice for Fellow Entrepreneurs

“Don’t wait until everything is perfect to start.”

Abu believes that action creates momentum. Entrepreneurs learn by doing, adapting, and improving along the way.

His advice is simple: listen to your customers, stay consistent, embrace challenges as learning opportunities, and keep moving forward even when progress feels slower than expected.