EXTERIORS, INTERIORS, LIFESTYLE, FOOD AND DESTINATION PHOTOGRAPHY

Hotel photography:

capturing the perfect shot

Creating stunning visuals for your hotel

Hotel exterior and architecture photography is the primary touchstone for the browsing client. It is crucial to show the hotel in an inviting way yet still retains the “wow” factor.

the magical feeling between night and day

Often, to help elevate the image and give a truly stunning impression, I will aim to shoot at dusk or dawn – depending on the aspect of the building. This creates the magical feeling between night and day, when we can see the building’s lights, yet also still see texture in the sky. There is a reason why many photographers refer to it as the “magic hour”.

These, and other techniques specific to architectural photography, help to make the image really stand out, inviting potential guests to click on your property to see more.

Dusk image showcasing the striking architecture of The G hotel in Shenzhen, featured in hospitality architecture photography services.

An aerial drone image revealing the boutique Cast hotel in Nanjing from a bird's-eye view, skillfully captured for hospitality architecture photography services.

Aerial drone image capturing the magnificent Nanjing Westin Resort, exemplified in hospitality architecture photography services.

Entrance of the Chevrolet experience at Tron, located at Shanghai Disney Resort, expertly depicted in hospitality architecture photography services.

The main entrance of The G hotel, beautifully captured as part of hospitality architecture photography services.

Hotel room photography: make your hotel rooms shine

Dusk architectural image showcasing the lobby of the Westin, captured as part of a hotel and hospitality interior photography campaign.

Design and interior photography is where we delve into and show off the mood and feeling of the property. Through creating great images, we can highlight the intention of the designers. This is where we focus on the details and help the client begin to feel the ambience of place, offering a taste of their guest experience.

Rather than simply focusing on the guest rooms, by exhibiting amenities like the lobby, spa, pool, and dining spaces, the entire guest experience is represented.

offering a taste of their guest experience

This is where a cohesive shoot team is vital: as a photographer, I focus on the lighting, composition, and other technical details, while the stylist is just as crucial to the team, making sure the hotel is straightened and styled – dressed to its best – bringing life to the images.

Interior image of a hotel master bedroom suite, captured as part of a hotel and hospitality interior photography campaign.

Designer interior photo showcasing the Cast hotel pool, captured as part of hotel and hospitality interior photography campaign.

Lobby interior image of Cast boutique hotel, highlighted as part of hotel and hospitality interior photography services.

Interior image of the bathroom and shower within a Westin hotel room, captured as part of a hotel and hospitality interior photography campaign.

Uncovering the secrets of hospitality lifestyle photography

Lifestyle images incorporate actors and models to show the browsing client what they can expect from their upcoming stay.

This is all about demonstrating the experience and emotion. It might be showing them lounging by the pool, on a catamaran ride around the islands, a day at a theme park, or simply the in-room dining experience. We take the best of what you have to offer and show it being enjoyed, with the ultimate image saying, “This, too, can be you.”

with the ultimate image saying, “This, too, can be you.”

I usually recommend hired talent for these images, although we do work with the hotel staff on occasion. Using models and actors works to sell an exclusive vibe, and being professionals in front of a camera they are able to effectively portray a tone of relaxation. Stylists, hair & make-up artists further elevate the final image.

Guest relishing a day on a catamaran in Thailand, showcased in hotel and hospitality lifestyle photography campaign.

Little girl affectionately kisses Minnie Mouse on the nose at Shanghai Disney Resorts, captured by hotel and hospitality lifestyle photography services.

Two guests savoring in-room dining, featured in hotel and hospitality lifestyle photography campaign.

Guest engaged in a workout session at the Four Seasons gym, captured in a hotel and hospitality lifestyle photography campaign.

A couple indulging in morning tea in bed, captured for hotel and hospitality lifestyle photography campaign.

The role of photography in the hospitality industry

Service staff delivering drinks to guests in a Michelin star restaurant, captured for a hotel and hospitality staff photography campaign.

The service staff, often invisible to the guests, are the unsung heroes of the hospitality industry. Their smooth and professional efforts make all the difference in an exceptional experience.

the difference between an ordinary stay and an extraordinary one

Housekeeping places the final touches on a room to welcome a guest; a chef makes sure the plate looks its best before being dispatched and the maître d’ welcomes the guests. These are all small moments, detailed and focused, which make the difference between an ordinary stay and an extraordinary one, and illustrating them in an unobtrusive and intimate way is a skill that translates to potential guests.

Housekeeping staff delicately arranging flowers in a guest room at the Four Seasons hotel in Beijing, showcased in a hotel and hospitality staff photography campaign.

Chef adding the finishing touches to a dish before it's sent out, featured in a hotel and hospitality staff photography campaign.

Chef hard at work in the kitchens of The G hotel in Shenzhen, featured in a hotel and hospitality staff photography campaign.

Service staff diligently prepares the restaurant to welcome guests at the Four Seasons in Beijing, captured as part of a hotel and hospitality staff photography campaign.

Make your dishes look mouth-watering

As a global hospitality photographer, I find nothing more satisfying than capturing the perfect shot of a mouth-watering dish.

the most appetizing way possible

I understand how food presentation is just as important as taste, and I work closely with you to ensure every detail of your culinary creation is showcased in the most appetizing way possible.

My photographs are perfect for your website, menu, social media, and printed materials, helping to entice potential guests. By investing in professional food photography, you can create a strong emotional connection with your guests, letting their taste buds guide their choice to stay with you.

A full table adorned with a sumptuous lobster and crab feast, artfully captured in a hotel and hospitality food photography campaign.

Pasta bowl from the Gemma menu, featured in hotel and hospitality food photography campaign.

A selection of three salads, showcased in a hotel and hospitality food photography campaign.

Lowball cocktail drink, presented in a hotel and hospitality drink photography campaign.

An enticing apricot cocktail drink, part of a hotel and hospitality drink photography campaign.

Strawberry cocktail drink elegantly displayed on a black marble bar, captured in a hotel and hospitality drink photography campaign.

Macro photo showcasing a delectable hamburger from Silver Fern Farms, featured in a hotel and hospitality food photography campaign.

Image featuring a delectable ribeye steak from Silver Fern Farms, captured in a hotel and hospitality food photography campaign.

Capture the beauty and wonder of your destination

Breathtaking view encompassing the beaches, island, and pool of the Hyatt Resort in Hainan, skillfully captured as part of hospitality architecture photography services.

As a hospitality photographer specializing in serving both China and Australia, I concentrate on capturing the beauty and adventure offerings of your property and surrounding areas. My passion for travel and photography allows me to create stunning imagery to showcase the unique features of your destination to potential guests.

showcase the unique features of your destination

By capturing the breathtaking views, charming local culture, and everything in between, I can help potential guests experience the essence of your destination and entice them to book a stay. Whether it’s the stunning views from your rooftop bar or the vibrant energy of your local markets, I strive to present the beauty and adventure of your destination in every photograph.

Let me help you elevate your property and destination to new heights through stunning imagery. Contact me today; with bases in China and Australia, I can easily cover all of the Asian geographic region.

Cityscape captured during a vibrant Tainan, Taiwan sunset, as featured in a hotel and hospitality destination photography campaign.

A religious parade passing through the streets of Tainan, Taiwan, showcased in a hotel and hospitality destination photography campaign.

Street photography captured in Tainan, Taiwan, as part of a hotel and hospitality destination photography campaign.

Traditional Chinese pagoda nestled in the serene mountains, featured in a hotel and hospitality destination photography campaign.

Botanical gardens to visit near Suzhou, featured in a hotel and hospitality destination photography campaign.

Captivating image of a Chinese traditional site near the resort in Nantong, captured as part of a hotel and hospitality destination photography campaign.

CLIENTS

here is a short list of clients I have had the opportunity to work with during my architecture, hotel and hospitality assignments: