Hi, I’m kessler!
I’m a travel writer and photographer, specializing in creative, artful photos of accommodations, destinations, and experiences.
I’m based in California, but happy to travel anywhere!
If you're looking for photos that capture the essence of your property, destination, or experience, you're in the right place.
Use the button below or email hello@kesslerelsewhere.com with information about your project/proposal.
Please DO NOT contact me about guest posts, link insertions, affiliate programs, or selling your services. Emails of this sort are sent directly to spam.
Photography & Licensing
EYE-CATCHING LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY
I create and license professional, high-resolution photos of hotels, vacation rentals, experiences, destinations, and brands for use in your digital and/or print marketing.
While many of the photos with me in them are taken with my tripod, I often work collaboratively with my husband, who has a keen eye for composition as a professional artist.
Whether you need a full batch of fresh photos for your media library or just a few select photos for your website, I capture photos that align with your brand and the story you want to tell.
I handle everything from start to finish, including styling, modeling, shooting, editing, and licensing. Photo licensing packages are tailored to your marketing needs.
Before shooting any photos, we will discuss your preferences/shot list to ensure I accurately capture your vision.
Includes:
High-Res, Edited Photos
Styling & Creative Direction
Modeling by me (option to hire additional models, selected by me)
Photography & licensing packages start at $1,500
Sponsored Blog Post
ORGANIC, EVERGREEN BRAND AWARENESS
From hotel reviews to destination travel guides, I write detailed, evergreen, and SEO-friendly blog posts to highlight your property, destination, experience, or brand.
Many of my blog posts rank on the first page of Google and have consistent, long-term traffic. My sponsored blog posts are written to target readers who are ready to book or make a purchase.
*Photo licensing available separately for brand use on your website, social media, or other marketing channels.
Reader Demographics
65% women
50% ages 25–44
60% based in the U.S. & U.K.
Sponsored blog posts start at $500
Add-Ons
These add-on services must be booked in addition to one of the services listed above.
Email Promotion: Have your property, destination, or brand sent directly to the personal inbox of my 1,500+ travel-loving email subscribers who have an average open rate of 40%.
Website banner: Advertise your hotel, destination, experience, or brand at the top of every page on my website. This is the perfect add-on for a sponsored blog post to draw more visitors to it. Banner ads are booked by the week, with packages from 1–6 weeks.
Direct ads: If you’d like to purchase ad space on my website, that is entirely managed by Mediavine. Please contact me, and I will provide the link to purchase the ad space.
Travel & Tourism Photography
Bring your destination or experience to life with my bright and colorful photos that entice visitors to travel to your destination or book your experience. From national parks to oceanside bike rides, I love photographing all things outdoors!
Hotel & Vacation Rental Photography
From a cozy coffee in bed to picturesque balconies, I capture photos that invite viewers to daydream of their next trip and inspire them to book your accommodation.
Want to work Together?
Fill out the form below or email hello@kesslerelsewhere.com with information about your project/proposal. I typically respond within 1-2 business days.
Please DO NOT contact me about guest posts, link insertions, affiliate programs, or selling your services. Emails of this sort are sent directly to spam.
Frequently Asked Questions
General
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Pricing varies depending on your selected package/services, with blog posts starting at $500 and photo packages starting at $1,500.
Please contact me at hello@kesslerelsewhere.com with your requested deliverables and project proposal for a quote.
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For most of my services, the turnaround time is 2-4 weeks from the day of arrival/shooting to the time I deliver your photos or publish the blog post.
If deliverables are required outside of the typical turnaround time, a rush fee may apply.
Delivery times may vary depending on the scope of the project. Exact delivery date will be determined during the intake process.
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I do not provide free work in exchange for hotel stays, products, services, or experiences.
My rates reflect the value my photos and blog posts bring to a brand, the time and skill required for professional photography and content creation, and the costs of running a business.
I’m interested in forming genuine business partnerships that benefit both of our brands. Free things are great, but they don’t pay the bills.
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I do not currently offer social media promotion, as my focus is on creating high-quality, professional photography and writing SEO-friendly, evergreen blog posts.
All sponsored blog posts are cross-posted to Pinterest and may be shared on Threads.
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I do not create videos. My specialties are photography and blogging.
Photo Licensing
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I do not provide RAW files. The editing is part of my photography style and allows me to deliver ready-to-share images for you in the appropriate size and format.
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Yes. All my photography is copyrighted and cannot be shared anywhere without explicit written permission from me.
A license must be purchased for the right to publish my photography on social media, on your website, in print, in paid ads, etc.
Exact licensing terms and fees will be determined and agreed upon by both the brand and myself before any photos are captured.
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A standard photography package includes a 12-month license from the day the photos are delivered, with the option to renew annually for an additional fee.
Packages start at a minimum of 5 photos. The number of photos you require can be decided during the intake process.
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Once the license is expired, you can no longer use the photos on your website, social media, in paid ads, etc.
Existing social media posts do not need to be deleted, but the photos cannot be posted again after the license expires.
After 12 months, you’ll likely want fresh photos to replace the old ones, anyway! In that case, send me an email and I’d be happy to capture new imagery for you.
Blog Posts
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Yes. Per FTC guidelines, all sponsored blog posts will be clearly stated as “sponsored” at the top and bottom of the blog post.
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No, I do not accept guest posts at this time. All blog posts are written by me, unless otherwise stated.
I never accept guest posts from brands or companies.
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No. I never accept requests to insert a link into an existing blog post or participate in link-building schemes.
When I partner with a brand to write a sponsored blog post, one do-follow link is included in the post for 12 months.