The St. Regis Bal Harbour: Photographing a 2026 Forbes Five-Star Resort
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Antonio is a commercial photographer with over two decades of experience. Most of his clients come from the hospitality and travel industry. Still, he has worked with brands such as Cartier, Crate & Barrel, and Estee Lauder. He has also shot worldwide campaigns for major brands. Most recently, the Qatar Airways campaign for the World Cup in Doha. Antonio is the go-to photographer for many luxury hotels and resorts and enjoys covering all aspects of hospitality. His clients rave about his artistic versatility and ability to excel in styles like Architecture & Interiors, Lifestyle and Food & Beverage. Antonio has also ventured into video production. He is a licensed drone operator and now includes videos with most of his productions.
Antonio’s success story is not just about his technical prowess, but also his collaborative spirit. He has forged partnerships with creative directors and brand marketers worldwide, breathing life into their visions. Whether it’s executing a marketing brief or co-creating innovative concepts, Antonio’s adaptability and openness are his hallmarks, earning him the trust and respect of his clients. Antonio’s technical photographic skills have not only earned him a stellar reputation but also industry recognition. Photography equipment manufacturers often seek his insights, inviting him as a panellist. Antonio also shares his expertise through his advanced Architectural Photography Workshops at Maine Media Workshops, solidifying his position as an authority in the field.
Due to his extensive travel and knowledge of the industry, he is a guest judge for LTG alongside Travel Channel TV host Anthony Melchiorri from Hotel Impossible and Shane Green, host of the TV show Resort Rescue. When Antonio is not travelling the world with his camera or spending time with his family, you will most likely catch him training Brazilian jiu-jitsu. A competitive sport he has been doing for over 20 years, and he now holds a fourth-degree black belt.
Antonio Cuellar, MBA
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Kind Words
Antonio is creative and meticulous; an individual who has great attention to detail. He is a true professional who listens, understands and delivers.
I have worked with Antonio for a few years now and I have enjoyed doing so every step of the way. From planning shoots, coordinating with hotels, editing and delivery of photography — he is helpful, insightful, and a true professional.
Antonio is my new idol. He worked closely with us on our first luxury hotel video production and it was first class. Our resort looks fantastic and we are very proud of our new marketing material. He is highly recommended to anyone who is not our competition.
Antonio is the upmost professional luxury resort photographer. He is a creative artist that will always go above and beyond to produce the best images possible. He manages to discover points of view that even other photographers never thought existed. Working with him is both a learning experience and an adventure.
Thank you for the vision and the carry-through. The photos are exquisite. I am beyond happy with how they turned out. I needed this project to be great, and it exceeded my expectations. THANK YOU.
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