Royal India: A Celebration of Heritage and Colour
Project Overview
Bathed in jewel tones and intricate detailing, Royal India explores the grandeur and artistry of India’s most iconic hotels. From the mirrored palaces of Udaipur to Jaipur’s bold pink facades, this series captures the interplay of light, culture, and craftsmanship that define luxury through an Indian lens.
Each composition is a dialogue between tradition and modernity, celebrating heritage design, atmospheric spaces, and the timeless beauty that continues to inspire global hospitality.
Locations
Udaipur · Jaipur · Ranthambore
From palaces to desert retreats, celebrating India’s most cinematic destinations.
Featured Hotels
Taj Lake Palace · Villa Palladio Jaipur
A fusion of royal heritage and contemporary design, captured through natural light and mood.
Visual Focus
Colour · Texture · Atmosphere
A study in elegance,blending editorial composition with timeless Indian artistry.
Gallery
Behind the Lens
Sam Smeaton is a Sydney-based hotel and resort photographer creating editorial-style hospitality imagery for design-led properties across India and worldwide. His work blends art direction with brand understanding, producing images that don’t just show a space, they elevate how guests feel about it.
From boutique retreats to world-renowned heritage hotels, Sam captures the atmosphere, architecture, and emotion that define exceptional hospitality. His refined approach combines luxury aesthetics with natural storytelling, resulting in cohesive, press-ready content for websites, campaigns, and social media.
Available for hotel collaborations across India and internationally. Each project includes high-resolution and web-optimised imagery with consistent colour grading and brand alignment.
Work With Us
We collaborate with hotels, resorts, and hospitality brands to create imagery that captures both design and emotion.
Other Hotel Collections
Explore a curated selection of luxury hotel photography collections captured across iconic destinations worldwide, each showcasing distinctive architecture, atmosphere and design-led hospitality.
