The client
White Donkey is a secluded and peaceful hotel surrounded by olive trees and lush Mediterranean flora, with panoramic views of the sea and the Mani Mountains.
The owner contacted me as they needed to update the hotel's photo gallery and capture the changes of the nature that surrounds the hotel, as they are very focused on maintaining and enhancing the natural beauty of the location. This is one of the very first things you will notice, entering their premises.
Changes in decorative elements of their rooms have also been made, so the focus of the photoshoot was also their interior spaces.
The Photographer's Approach
With an unobstructed view of the entire bay, the photoshoot was partly focused on capturing the essence of the pristine natural environment that has been carefully preserved.
Showcasing the experience of staying at the hotel was also a key focus, that was accomplished by showcasing beautifully presented dishes at the hotel restaurant, next to the pool, to lifestyle shots with a model, all captured under the golden hues of greek summer sun.
The architecture of the hotel made it also very important to me to photograph the outdoor spaces from dawn to dusk as the "conversation" between the stone built exteriors and the sunlight was transforming the landscape by the hour so beautifully.