hospitality photography

I am passionate about creating beautiful visual stories that showcase the best of your unique hospitality business. I deliver images and videos that are creative, inspiring and true to your brand, resulting in more bookings and more satisfied guests. Let me capture the special atmosphere, character and details of your boutique hotel, guesthouse, holiday home, AirBnB, bar or restaurant and together let's turn lookers into bookers!

I style your space with decorative items to make it look inviting to potential guests.

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I style the space - I take care to shoot each scene in the best natural light and accent light where suitable. As I shoot I review the images and shift items or add props and subtle details in order to create an uncluttered image that feels inviting to potential guests.

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Typical marketing and advertising photography for guest houses, bed and breakfast accommodation, holiday homes, airbnb accommodation, restaurants and bars.

I style with flower arrangements and lifestyle scenes such as a relaxing place to sit and enjoy a drink.

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I feature the views and the vibes - Amazing views and beautiful surroundings convey the promise of an unforgettable stay, while day and early evening photos help illustrate relaxing activities on offer and a more sophisticated, cozy nighttime atmosphere.

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This AirBnB guest hhhouse situated in Montagu, Western Cape is photographed to show the expansive Lageberg mountain views. Photo taken by Kai

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Hospitality photographer for Airbnb marketing images.

I entice the guest - You have made a lot of effort to offer the guests certain luxuries during their visit, so let me highlight these for you. These vignettes are often the last nudge for a guest to choose a specific restaurant, bed and breakfast, guest house or holiday home.

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Photoshoot at a self catering holiday apartment in Cape Town.

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I zoom in on food - Food and beverages are important ingredients that enhance a relaxed getaway. I stage images such as menus, drinks, meals or fruit bowls, which attract potential guests, as they envision themselves enjoying these beautifully presented titbits.

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Cocktail at sunset on a viewing deck of a game lodge in Botswana

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Hospitality lodge sign with the name photographed by Kai

I pinpoint your brand - You had a vision when you designed your brand and I make sure to show this in your establishments images. This includes elements such as names or logos or capturing the atmosphere of your unique space.

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This holiday home is advertised on social media with images shot by Kai Daehnke

Panoramic views from the bed and balcony are highlighted in this hotel image from Knysna, Western Cape

Guesthouse Bed and Breakfast Exterior photography - swimking pool with deck chairs at a safari lodge

I photographed this stunning guesthouse in the early evening. I turned on the accent lights for atmosphere.

Food and Wine setting with pincushion decoration under the trees in the garden of a holiday villa on Leisure Isle, Knysna, Western Cape.

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Kai

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Photo taken to show the atmosphere at a game lodge at sunset with a fire roaring

Evening shot of drinks sitting around a fire at night.

Viewing deck at a safari lodge with swimming pool and fire at sunset photographed by Kai Daehnke

Image taken by Kai Daehnke - Mogothlo Safari Tented Accommodation

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I bring it to life - Professional marketing images are a must, but let's go a step further and bring them to life! I will turn your photos into a vibey 4k video with special effects and sound, which no potential client will be able to resist.

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Keep scrolling - see the type of images I take during a typical hospitality photoshoot.

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View packages and services - every photoshoot is personalized to your individual budget and needs.