About Visual Alchemy Solutions
Our Mission
Visual Alchemy Solutions LLC stands out in the industry, providing expert consulting services to help hospitality management and owners elevate their visual storytelling through high-quality architectural photography. With decades of experience managing photography production and preparing properties, we guide clients through creating branded, impactful images that maximize market appeal and drive bookings.
Founded by Jonathan Phillips, with 29 years in Digital Asset Management and Marketing Technologies and 23 years of photography production hotel preparation. Jonathan is the innovator behind the Starwood Hotels and Resorts Property Photography Program. Jonathan possesses the expertise, dedication, and passion for experiential hotel photography shoots that set the standard for the hospitality industry.
Visual Alchemy Solutions leverages decades of experience in hotel photography. We address all aspects of the photography process, from planning to execution, and tailor our services to meet each client's unique needs. Our comprehensive preparation approach is focused on results, helping clients achieve their marketing and business objectives through impactful imagery.
We can help
Our Process
- Practical Support:
- We offer curated reviews of your property, assist in assembling your on-site team, and provide actionable checklists and resources to ensure a successful photoshoot.
- Expert Guidance:
- We provide invaluable insights and best practices based on our extensive experience in hotel photography. We cover topics such as property preparation, shot list creation, photographer selection, and brand standards.
- Comprehensive Review:
- We analyze your existing photography and brand guidelines, identifying areas for improvement and aligning your visual strategy with your marketing goals.
- Process Optimization:
- We streamline your photoshoot workflow, from pre-production planning through the photography shoot to post-production and image submissions.
Production Consulting
Our Process
Working directly with the property in a series of calls, we walk them through preparing a photo shoot step-by-step. We guide the property through building a photo shoot team. We audit their shot list and deliver a curated task list for each space. We customize the process to the type of hotel they are and their individual needs and goals.