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Five of the Coolest Architectural Designs at Expo City
Architecture photography of the Portal Gate at Expo 2020 by Gerry O’Leary Expo 2020 ran at Dubai Expo City from 1 October 2021 – 31 March 2022. I was lucky enough to be selected as an architectural photographer for several pavilions on the site and gained exclusive...
H Residence by Huna – A Study in Architectural Photography
A recent architectural photography project in Dubai that I was commissioned for. Dubai is a nexus for amazing architecture. Simply naming the city conjures images of gleaming skyscrapers and luxury residences that have won awards for their striking design. When I’m...
What Hotels & Resorts Need to Know Before a Lifestyle Photography Shoot
Lifestyle photography Grand Hyatt Dubai, photo by Gerry O’Leary There are some important details that hotels and resorts should consider before they make draw up their shot list. When planning a hotel shoot, some lifestyle photography should be included on the shot...
What is Lifestyle Photography and Who is it for?
Lifestyle photography Hyatt Regency Dubai, photo by Gerry O’Leary Lifestyle photography is a form of the genre that often looks candid but is usually staged to perfection. It aims to capture people in a real-life situation, looking natural, and tell a story about the...
From Good to Gourmet: How Food Styling Enhances Professional Food Photography
Commercial food photography at The Westin, Abu Dhabi by Gerry O’Leary I’ve been photographing the world’s top restaurants for more than 15 years. This gives me a special insight to the ‘secret sauce’ that makes an image of gourmet food not just provide an accurate...
Dubai’s Best Brunches by Gerry O’Leary
Professional food photography at QNCC by Gerry O’Leary Having lived in Dubai for more than 15 years, I have not just photographed but also dined at some of the finest restaurants in the city. Although I travel regularly, it’s fun to enjoy a brunch with friends in my...
Visiting the Sri Lankan Estate of Renowned Architect Geoffrey Bawa
Reflections of my April 2024 visit to the Lunuganga Country Estate in Bentota, Sri Lanka, where I got to explore the passion project of the great Geoffrey Bawa. My role as a hospitality and architectural photographer involves a lot of travel. When I can, I like to...
The Importance of Professional Photography for Restaurants
Professional photography at Radisson Collection Nofa, photo by Gerry O’Leary Hiring a professional photographer is absolutely vital to the success of a restaurant. The food, the décor and the ambiance are key, however grabbing the potential customer’s attention and...
Hospitality Photography: Great Hotel Lobbies of the World
Lobby of The Langham Hotel, Haikou, China, photo by Gerry O’Leary Hospitality Photography: Great Hotel Lobbies of the World Over the past 30 years, I have photographed hotels from India to Hawaii. I’ve dipped into the archives to share some of the spectacular hotel...
Onsite at brand new Abu Dhabi hotel with award-winning photographer Gerry O’Leary
Pre-opening hotel photography is one of the fundamental pillars of hospitality marketing. These are the first images that the customer will see of the property and will be a key part of their decision-making. Even if half the hotel is still under construction, I have...