About Mariia Balandina

Our Story

About Us

A husband-and-wife team who've built a life around luxury hospitality and visual storytelling.

Adrian and Mariia

Behind the Lens

Hi, I'm Mariia

I'm a photographer with a deep love for luxury hospitality. Together with my husband Adrian, we've traveled to over75+ countries, from Thailand's rice terraces to the historic palaces of the Italian Riviera.

We've had the privilege of creating content for properties like Four Seasons, Imperiale Palace, Le Méridien, and Kivotos. Each project reminds us why we fell in love with this work: the details, the light, the moments that make a stay unforgettable.

What sets us apart? We don't just photograph hotels — we experience them as guests, capturing the feelings that make each property unique.

75+
Countries Visited
7
Continents
10
Hotel Projects
2023
Founded

A New Chapter

Now Traveling as Three

This year, our family grows to three, and so does our perspective on luxury travel. We're beginning a new chapter: experiencing the world's finest properties as a family.

For family-friendly properties, we can capture authentic moments that resonate with parents planning their next trip. No models, no staging — just genuine experiences.

For adults-only resorts or brands preferring a different aesthetic, we create couple content, solo traveler scenes, or purely property-focused imagery. We adapt to your brand.

Family travel

Let's Talk About Your Property

We'd love to hear about your property and see if we might be a good fit. No commitment, just a conversation.

Get in Touch

We shoot with Sony mirrorless systems, professional lenses, and DJI drones.