Fifteen years ago, Hotel Essence Photography was born from a passion for capturing the essence of the world’s finest hotels. Today, we celebrate this incredible milestone with immense gratitude to every hotel that has welcomed us, inspired us, and allowed us to tell their unique stories through our lens.
To the luxury hotels that have redefined elegance, the historic hotels and inns that have shared their timeless charm, the boutique hotels that have dazzled us with their creativity, the new openings that have brought fresh visions to the industry, and both the global hotel brands and the extraordinary independent hotels—thank you. Your dedication to hospitality and design has been the heartbeat of our work, and we are honored to have collaborated with you.
This journey would not have been possible without the incredible Hotel Essence Photography team. Our founder, Michelle Chaplow, extends her deepest gratitude to the talented individuals who bring each project to life—our art directors, production assistants, photographers, videographers, room stylists, and hair & makeup artists. Your dedication, creativity, and passion make every shoot an unforgettable experience.
As we reflect on 15 years, here are 15 reasons why we love what we do:
- The privilege of capturing the essence of the world’s most exquisite hotels.
- The satisfaction of seeing hotels reap the benefit of their investment in photography.
- The friendships we’ve built with hoteliers and teams worldwide.
- The knowlege of cultures, aquired by working with hotels across the globe.
- The joy of collaborating with passionate hospitality professionals.
- The rewarding experience of seeing our photos drive hotel bookings.
- The challenge of showcasing a hotel’s unique character.
- Knowing that our work helps hotels tell their unique stories in the most impactful way
- Capturing images that make hotels stand out in a competitive market.
- The satisfaction of seeing our images of the hotel, featured in global publications.
- Providing marketing teams with the visual assets they need to create compelling campaigns
- The opportunity to capture both heritage and innovation in hospitality.
- The feeling of stepping into a new hotel and envisioning its story.
- The inspiration we draw from architecture, interiors, and landscapes.
- The love for creating visual experiences that guests will remember.
“It is so satisfying to know that the hotel images we capture today are the historical images of tomorrow, that will convey a time and a place”. said Michelle Chaplow
As we look ahead, we remain committed to capturing the very essence of hospitality, celebrating its beauty, and sharing its magic with the world. Thank you for being part of this journey—we can’t wait for the next chapter!
With gratitude,
Michelle & The Hotel Essence Photography Team