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Elevating the Experience: A Fusion of Traditional Hotel Photography and UGC at Drury Plaza Hotel, Richmond, VA

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Recently, we had the pleasure of photographing the beautiful Drury Plaza Hotel in Richmond, VA. Inspired by the evolving landscape of visual marketing, I decided to invite an aspiring travel content creator to join me on the shoot, capturing UGC-style videos that complemented our traditional hotel photography.

In this blog post, I will share my experience and highlight the harmonious relationship between traditional hotel photography and user-generated content (UGC). This fusion of two distinct approaches demonstrates the power of storytelling and offers a comprehensive visual marketing solution, inspiring the birth of our agency, Vision Quest Media.

The Synergy of Traditional Hotel Photography and UGC:

Traditional hotel photography focuses on capturing the overall ambiance, design, and logistical elements of a property. It showcases the rooms, amenities, and facilities, providing potential guests with a comprehensive overview. On the other hand, UGC offers a more authentic and experiential perspective, telling the story of the guest’s journey and the emotions they experienced during their stay. While these two approaches may seem distinct, they complement each other to create a powerful visual narrative.

The Benefits of Fusion: Overview and Experience

By integrating traditional hotel photography with UGC-style content, we create a harmonious blend that covers both the overview and the experience. The traditional photography highlights the hotel’s features, allowing potential guests to envision themselves in the space. Meanwhile, UGC-style videos capture the moments, interactions, and emotions that make the guest experience truly memorable. Together, they provide a comprehensive representation of the property, enticing travelers with a visually rich and authentic portrayal.

Introducing Vision Quest Media: Curated Content Safaris

Recognizing the value and impact of this fusion, we founded Vision Quest Media—an agency designed to meet the visual marketing needs of hotels and resorts. Our curated content safaris bring together professional photographers and content creators, seamlessly integrating traditional hotel photography with UGC-style storytelling. This collaborative approach ensures that every aspect of the property is beautifully captured, captivating potential guests and inspiring them to embark on their own extraordinary experiences.

Conclusion: Inspiring Visual Narratives for Hospitality

The experience of photographing the Drury Plaza Hotel in Richmond, VA, alongside an aspiring travel content creator, showcased the symbiotic relationship between traditional hotel photography and UGC-style content. Together, they present a comprehensive visual narrative that entices and engages potential guests. This realization led to the creation of Vision Quest Media—an agency dedicated to curating extraordinary visual experiences for hotels and resorts. By embracing the fusion of traditional and UGC-style content, we empower properties to captivate and inspire their target audience, ultimately elevating their brand and driving success in the competitive world of hospitality marketing.

The Challenge of Pursuing Your Vision When You’re Living Your Dream

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Your Dream is Just Part of Your Vision

Dreams vs. Wishes vs. Vision
- The challenge of pursuing a vision when living a dream
Hotel Photo Shoot for Drury Plaza Hotel Disney Springs Resort: Living the Dream, Pursuing the Vision
The Challenge of Pursuing a Vision Amidst Living a Dream
- Embracing the Journey: Finding Harmony Between Dreams and Visions
The Bottom Line – Nurturing the Unfolding Tapestry of Wishes, Dreams, and Visions
Drury Approved Hotel Photography for Drury Plaza Hotel – Disney Springs Resort

If you had told us that we would one day photograph hotels at Disney, we would have thought that was a dream come true.

And it is.

But what if your dream is simply one part of a bigger vision? The enchanted kingdom is a great place to talk about dreams, wishes and visions.

Let us delve into this topic, using our hotel photo shoot at the Drury Plaza Hotel Disney Springs Resort as an example of a dream realized within the context of a larger vision.

Disneyworld – the Magic Kingdom – is the place where fantasies come true. At least that’s what they tell you. And our photo shoot at the Drury Plaza Hotel – Disney Springs Resort really was the stuff of dreams.

Dreams vs. Wishes vs. Vision

These terms, though often used interchangeably, hold distinct meanings that shape our perspective and aspirations. Society often conditions us to believe that reaching a modicum of success should be “enough”, urging us to be grateful for what we have in comparison to those less fortunate. However, it is essential to question this perspective and explore the difference between wishes, dreams, and visions, while recognizing the challenge of pursuing a vision when you are already living a dream.

The challenge of pursuing a vision when living a dream

Wishes are fleeting desires or aspirations that often emerge from a place of longing or discontent. They represent our yearning for something different or better, but they lack a clear plan or direction. Dreams, on the other hand, are more concrete and tangible but still based on some fantasy of what we wish could be. They possess a sense of passion and possibility, serving as the initial fuel that propels us towards a particular goal or ambition.

Dreams ignite our imagination and motivate us to take action.

Visions, however, transcend dreams by encompassing a comprehensive and holistic perspective. They represent a long-term, overarching framework for the life we envision, incorporating our deepest values, purpose, and aspirations. Visions provide a sense of direction, guiding our choices and actions towards fulfilling our true potential.

Our Vision is based on three simple questions –

What Is? By honestly assessing WHAT IS present and true in this moment, we are able to build from a place of authenticity, pragmatism and potential.
What If? By not just dreaming but actually exploring what it is we desire, we ignite the passion and motivation to take action.
What Now? Combining our honest assessment of our skills, circumstances and desires, we can move closer to our ultimate goals one step at a time.

Hotel Photo Shoot for Drury Plaza Hotel Disney Springs Resort: Living the Dream, Pursuing the Vision

Our experience with two hotel photo shoots at the enchanting Drury Plaza Hotel Disney Springs Resort serves as a testament to the realization of a dream. When we first met, we yearned to travel the country, capturing mesmerizing images through our lenses.

What began as a dream eventually manifested into a fulfilling business, enabling us to witness extraordinary places and create visual content for 1000+ hotels, 2500+ vacation rentals and Air BnB’s, 3,500+ real estate listings and hundreds of businesses.

However, as our journey progressed, we realized that our true passion extended beyond photography. We yearned to stay rooted, building a life that aligned with our evolving vision. It became apparent that living a dream, while fulfilling, did not encompass the entirety of our aspirations. Our desire shifted towards sharing our experiences and wisdom, creating a lasting impact through the power of writing.

The Challenge of Pursuing a Vision Amidst Living a Dream

For as long as I can remember, it has been my dream to write and speak about Get to No University – the framework I created to navigate my way through the world.

The challenge arises when we find ourselves already living a dream life.

It can be difficult to shift gears and pursue a larger vision when we are told to be content with our current achievements. Society often emphasizes gratitude for reaching a certain level of success, making it seemingly counterintuitive to yearn for more. However, it is essential to honor the authentic desires within us, even when they diverge from societal expectations.

Embracing the Journey: Finding Harmony Between Dreams and Visions

While living a dream, we must acknowledge the existence of a broader vision. It is about striking a harmonious balance between appreciating our current accomplishments and daring to dream bigger. It is not ingratitude but a pursuit of growth and purpose. By recognizing that dreams and visions can coexist, we can embrace the evolving nature of our aspirations and adapt our paths accordingly.

The Bottom Line – Nurturing the Unfolding Tapestry of Wishes, Dreams, and Visions

Wishes, dreams, and visions intertwine to create a tapestry of personal growth and fulfillment. While wishes and dreams ignite our passions and prompt action, visions provide the overarching direction that gives our pursuits deeper meaning. As we reflect on our hotel photo shoot at the Drury Plaza Hotel Disney Springs Resort, we recognize the importance of embracing the full spectrum of our aspirations.

Drury Approved Hotel Photography for Drury Plaza Hotel – Disney Springs Resort

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Unlocking Value: Volume Pricing for Hotel Photography

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Hotel photography is an essential investment in showcasing the unique features and allure of your property. While professional photography services come at a price, there are ways to maximize value and save money on your hotel photo shoot. At our hotel photography business, we offer fair and firm pricing, and one of the most effective ways to optimize costs is through volume pricing.

Recently, we had the opportunity to demonstrate the benefits of this approach with multiple hotel photo shoots in the vibrant Dallas area.

Maximizing Efficiency: Overlapping Shoots for Multiple Properties

One of the key advantages of volume pricing lies in the ability to schedule and overlap photo shoots for multiple properties in close proximity. Our typical photography schedule spans two days, with shoots taking place from 4 pm to 8 pm on Day One and 9 am to 1 pm on Day Two. If you have multiple hotels in the same vicinity, we can strategically plan our shoots so that Day Two of one property aligns with Day One of another, and so on. By leveraging this approach, we optimize our time and resources, resulting in cost savings for you.

Flexible Solutions: Partial Shoots for Partially Renovated or Refreshed Properties

We understand that not all properties require a full-scale photo shoot. In some cases, you may have a property that is partially renovated or simply in need of refreshed photographs. Once we have a full shoot scheduled in an area, we can add on a partial shoot to accommodate these specific requirements without additional travel fees. This tailored approach allows us to capture the essential updates and improvements while still delivering high-quality visuals that highlight your property’s unique features.

A Successful Example: Hotel Photo Shoots in the Dallas/Ft. Worth Area

Recently, we had the pleasure of working with several hotels in the sprawling Dallas/Ft. Worth area, demonstrating the value of volume pricing. By strategically scheduling overlapping shoots, we were able to optimize our time and resources, resulting in cost savings for the properties involved. This approach not only allowed us to capture the distinct qualities of each hotel efficiently but also delivered updated visuals that showcase the properties.

The Bottom Line: It helps BOTH of our bottom lines.

At our hotel photography business, we understand the significance of delivering exceptional visuals while ensuring fair and firm pricing. By offering volume pricing options, we help you save on costs without compromising the quality of our services. Whether it’s overlapping shoots for multiple properties or adding partial shoots for specific needs, our goal is to provide flexible and tailored solutions that maximize the value of your investment. Consider the advantages of volume pricing in your hotel photography endeavors and unlock the potential to showcase your properties in the best possible light.

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Navigating Changes in the Hotel Photography Business

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Welcome Back to the fold Best Western!

Approved hotel photography for Best Western Brownwood

We are so excited that we can photograph Best Western hotels again! A recent change in their brand standards allows the owners to choose their own photographer as long as the photography itself is approved.

As with any industry, the hotel photography business is constantly evolving. It’s important to understand the nuances of each hotel brand’s photography requirements in order to stay ahead of the game. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the importance of knowing whether a brand allows a preferred vendor, requires an approved vendor, or if the hotel is allowed to choose their own photographer.

Preferred Vendor: This means that the brand has a list of suggested photographers, but the hotel can choose their own photographer as long as they meet the brand’s requirements. This is the most common type of arrangement.
Approved Vendor: This means that the brand requires a specific photographer to be used. This is less common, but some brands have exclusive contracts with photographers or agencies.
Hotel’s Choice: This is rarely the case for branded hotels, but it is more common for independent hotels and management companies. The hotel is allowed to choose their own photographer, but they still have to meet the brand’s photography requirements.

Using the wrong hotel photographer can result in complete rejection of all the photos, which can be a costly mistake for both the hotel and the photographer. As professional hotel photographers, we have photographed over 1000 hotels with a 100% approval rate for more than 50 brands.

Hotel Photography for Best Western

One example of changes in the hotel photography business is the case of Best Western hotels. We used to be rewards members and would stay at Best Western hotels, but then Best Western required their hotels to use a contracted photographer. This meant that we were not able to shoot those brands for a few years. However, we are excited to announce that Best Western is now back on the list of hotels we can shoot for.

Staying up-to-date with changes in the hotel photography business is key to success. Understanding the difference between preferred vendors, approved vendors, and hotel choice can help you navigate each brand’s requirements and ensure that your photos are approved. As professional hotel photographers, we take pride in our ability to adapt to these changes and provide our clients with high-quality photos that meet brand standards.

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How to Build Your Hotel UGC Portfolio from Scratch: Show, Don’t Tell

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As an aspiring hotel content creator, building a portfolio from scratch can be challenging. However, it’s important to take a slow and steady approach, rather than relying on unrealistic expectations set by mood boards.

The Perfect Hotel UGC Pitch?
Don’t Set Unrealistic Expectations: Sharing Mood Boards vs. Showing Actual Work
Showing “What Is?” Vs. Asking “What If?’ Ensures Authenticity
- Offering Your Hotel UGC: Using Pixieset or Dropbox to Offer Licensing or Purchase Options
- Moving on from a potential customer – Get to “No” quickly and don’t take it personally
Why It Matters: Relationships are easier to maintain than to build
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The Perfect Hotel UGC Pitch?

The perfect pitch is one that gets opened and begins a dialogue. One of my coaching clients recently used this process to approach a hotel where she will be staying as a guest. Instead of sending a long outreach email, we edited her initial contact down to a short and sweet message that shared the key details:

She’s coming to visit the hotel as a guest.
She’s a professional photographer and content creator.
She’s going to take photos for her portfolio and would like to offer them to the hotel for licensing or purchase.

By focusing on her status as a guest, she automatically received a warm welcome but they didn’t pick up on her offer for a collaboration…yet.

The hotel didn’t know her or her work yet, so showing them her portfolio, samples or a “mood board” wasn’t the best option to get their attention. She is going to be a guest at the hotel with or without a collaboration. Instead of being disappointed that they didn’t offer a collaboration, she will go to the hotel and create amazing content and then send it to them watermarked with an option to license.

A mood board is a visual tool that is commonly used by designers, artists, and content creators to convey the look and feel of a concept or project. It typically consists of a collage of images, color palettes, and textures that represent the intended mood or aesthetic. Mood boards can be helpful for communicating ideas and inspiration, but they can also create unrealistic expectations if the final product doesn’t match the images on the board.

My client is a very talented photographer and can send the hotel a mood board of her actual work that she creates while she’s a guest. This way they get an accurate representation of the type of work that she can create for them.

Showing “What Is?” Vs. Asking “What If?’ Ensures Authenticity

Mood boards tend to set unrealistic expectations for the quality of work the hotel will receive. If your work isn’t equivalent or better than what you show on a mood board, you risk disappointing the hotel and even risking a charge back if what you deliver isn’t up to par. Instead of relying on mood boards, it’s better to show hotels what you can do for them by presenting them with YOUR actual photos.

Yes, we can all search Pinterest and find breathtaking shots of exotic destinations, but what you don’t realize is how long it takes to capture a picture of an actual unicorn.

It’s easier to sell a picture of a unicorn than the idea of one.

It’s much easier to sell something you’ve already created, rather than selling an idea of what you might be able to deliver. She’s already going to be a guest for an event and if she sees a unicorn, she can take a photo of it.

My coaching client is an excellent photographer and a fantastic UGC creator. The content she will create will be fantastic. It’s just a question of whether the hotel is interested in paying to license or use what she creates.

Offering Your Hotel UGC: Using Pixieset or Dropbox to Offer Licensing or Purchase Options

Once she has a collection of photos and videos that she is proud of, she can send the hotel a Pixieset or watermarked Dropbox link of her images. This gives them the opportunity to see your work and license the photos if they don’t want to pay upfront for a sponsored shoot or hotel collaboration. It’s a win-win situation for both parties, as the hotel gets high-quality images to use for their marketing, and you get to add more work to your portfolio.

One caveat – The only way I would consider using a mood board in outreach to a hotel or resort is if you have work that is similar in aesthetic but that isn’t necessarily hospitality-related. For example, if my coaching client has UGC product photography samples that have a similar vibe to the hotel, she could show her sample next to a photo from the hotel’s website or social media.

Moving on from a potential customer – Get to “No” quickly and don’t take it personally

Remember, the goal is to get to “no” in sales as quickly as possible, so you can move on to an actual potential customer. Don’t take it personally if a hotel says no; it’s just not the right fit. Keep in mind that just because they say no now doesn’t mean they won’t be interested in the future. Make sure to follow up and stay in touch.

The slow and steady authentic building process is key. Focus on building relationships with hotels by underpromising and over-delivering. Start small with your ask, even if the only ask is for a direct email to send the photos or content to after the visit. Be sure to watermark your images and make it clear that you’re offering to license rather than just sharing for exposure.

The Bottom Line:

Remember to start small with your ask and watermark your images, and don’t be discouraged if a hotel is not interested in your offer. Keep building your portfolio and stay in touch for future opportunities.

The great thing about this approach is that your worst case scenario is that you create content for your hospitality UGC portfolio and make amazing memories with your friends and family. The best case scenario is that you create licensing-worthy content that the hotel is excited to purchase and utilize and you create a relationship for ongoing collaboration opportunities. This works especially well for businesses in your area where you can create retainer or ongoing collaborations.

By focusing on being their guest first, you have the opportunity to build relationships and showcase your work in a respectful and professional manner.

Why It Matters: Relationships are easier to maintain than to build

We have long established relationship with our clients and they trust us with all of their hotel photography needs. Not because we are the greatest hotel photographers (we aren’t) but because we deliver quality, value, and consistency.

One such company is Crown Hotel and Travel Management in Wilmington, NC. We have photographed 17 hotels for them and continue our partnership as their sole hotel photographer.

Here’s a recent shoot we did for them…

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The Art of Choosing Hotels with Bad Photos: A Hotel Photographer’s Perspective

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When it comes to choosing a hotel room for our travels, many of us turn to the hotel’s website for guidance. We scroll through the photos of the various room types and amenities, hoping to get a sense of what our stay will be like.

But what if I told you that my criteria for choosing a hotel is actually based on the hotel with the worst photos or even stock photos?

The Art of Choosing Hotels with Bad Photos

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- Reading Between the Lines: How Hotel Brand Standards can Reveal the Truth
- The Bottom Line: Warm Welcome beats Cold Call
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Why We Choose Hotels with the Worst Photos: The Logic Behind It

As professional hotel photographers, we know that bad photos can actually be a good thing for us. They often mean that the hotel is coming due for a renovation, or that they are losing money due to photos that don’t represent the actual location. On the flip side, stock photos usually mean that a hotel is either new or recently renovated. Either way , if reviews are good, I always choose the one with the worst photos!

Hotel brand standards require uniformity across all of their properties. Old photos mean that even if the rooms haven’t been updated, the linens must be. If I see a hotel that has old linens that are more than two or three iterations old, then I know that they will have been required to update the rooms, even if the rest of the hotel hasn’t been updated.

When that happens, they’re out of compliance with the hotel’s marketing standards, and that’s usually a hint to me that they’ll be required, within not too long, to update their photos, even if they’re not having a new renovation. It can also mean the hotel is or was in in distress and might have new ownership.

As hotel photographers for more than a decade, it’s our job to understand these nuances and use them to our advantage in getting more business.

Reading Between the Lines: How Hotel Brand Standards can Reveal the Truth

As guests vs. vendors, we are treated with a level of respect and attention that we might not receive as a cold call walking into a hotel. This gives us the perfect opportunity to experience the hotel and its amenities while also getting a sense of how it feels to stay there. We can take note of the small details that may not be captured in website photos, such as the staff’s level of service and the cleanliness of the rooms.

‘A picture tells a thousand words’ is especially true for us after photographing more than a thousand hotels for more than 50 brands. We are familiar with most brand standards and even wrote the hotel photography standards for several hotel brands! That’s to say we know when an owner is cutting corners!

When staying in a hotel as a guest, we not only get to experience the accommodations firsthand but also get a glimpse into what it would be like to work with the hotel ownership. If we notice that the hotel has a lot of deferred maintenance and unhappy staff, we have learned that it probably means the experience working with them as a hotel content creator or UGC creator would mirror that.

On the other hand, if we see that the hotel is well-maintained, and the staff is friendly and accommodating, it’s an excellent indication that they prioritize guest satisfaction and would likely be open to collaborations and partnerships.

The Bottom Line: Warm Welcome beats Cold Call

In addition to taking photos, creating a blog or social media account specifically for hotel content can be a great way to showcase your work and build a following. By consistently sharing high-quality photos and honest reviews, you can establish yourself as a trusted source for hotel recommendations and insights. Remember evergreen content such as YouTube videos and blog posts can generate traffic indefinitely.

Overall, visiting hotels as a guest or for a quick photo shoot can be a great way to build your portfolio and potentially open up new opportunities in the hospitality industry. Just remember to be respectful, follow the hotel’s policies, and give AND get credit where credit is due.

When Our Warm Cold Calls Turn into Referrals: The Story of a Successful Hotel Photo Shoot

This unconventional approach led us to one hotel in Roanoke, VA in the middle of the night, which took us a little bit out of our way but turned out to be a fantastic new hotel. Despite the unimpressive stock photos on their website, we were not surprised to find that the hotel was brand new and in pristine condition…and almost ready for photos!

During our quick stay, we introduced ourselves and left our card. On the way out of the parking lot, I emailed a thank you to the manager who forwarded it to the owner. Not only did we photograph that hotel, the owner has referred me to her peers and we recently photographed a sister property.

Sometimes, the worst photos can lead to the best experiences. This was certainly the case with both of these hotels. Thanks to the team at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Largo, MD for a great hotel photo shoot!