Behind the Lens

I specialize in hospitality and lifestyle photography for brands. My work includes interiors, environmental portraits, product details, and on-location lifestyle imagery shot in a clean, editorial style. Every project is approached with a sharp eye for composition, natural light, and practical use across digital and print. The images are created to elevate how your business shows up online, in marketing, and across press.

The Aesthetic

Refined and versatile, designed to support a range of brand identities without relying on trends. Every image is composed with clarity and intention, balancing light, space, and detail to create a cohesive visual language. The goal is consistency across platforms - whether for marketing, editorial, or digital use, while maintaining a sense of ease and realism that aligns with modern hospitality and lifestyle standards.

The Approach

Each project begins with a clear understanding of the brand, the space, and how the images will be used. The process is collaborative and streamlined; built to meet creative goals while respecting timelines and production needs. Shoots are planned with precision but stay flexible enough to capture what works in the moment. The focus is on creating high-impact visuals without unnecessary complexity, so the final result feels both intentional and effortless.

The Work

Hospitality, lifestyle, and product photography, with an emphasis on clarity, atmosphere, and story-telling. Projects range from full hotel shoots to brand campaigns, always tailored to the context and platform. Whether capturing a space, a person, or a detail, the goal is images that feel cohesive, current, and aligned with your brand needs.

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photography that tells a story. crafted to capture attention and convert it into bookings, sales, and trust. Every frame is intentional and built with your audience in mind.

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Photographer, Brand Storyteller, Frequent Flyer

Maile (pronounced Mylie) is a lifestyle and hospitality photographer working internationally. With over 20 years of experience behind the camera, her work blends a documentary eye with an editorial finish capturing spaces, products, and people with clarity, ease, and intention.

After two decades building a career in photography and creative direction, Maile sold everything, packed a suitcase, and now travels full-time working on location with boutique hotels, emerging brands, and clients who want to stand out, attract the right audience, and elevate how their business shows up. Her shoots are relaxed, strategic, and rooted in natural light and strong composition.

She’s been a recurring guest of the San Antonio Living Show and in a variety of national and international publications, including Tatler, Digital Photographer, Rangefinder, PhotoPlus, Click Magazine, InStyle, and more. Her client list includes bestselling authors, well-known entrepreneurs, and a handful of public figures.

Available for projects worldwide, Maile works closely with teams to create polished, useful imagery that drives connection and helps brands tell their story with clarity and style.