Marisella at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara

The Visual Narrative: Brunch & Aperitivo
Location: Santa Barbara, CA

When you're photographing a property as prestigious as The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, you can't leave the "mood" to chance. For the launch of Marisella’s new brunch and happy hour, I was commissioned to create a bright, airy, and sun-drenched aesthetic—entirely through technical lighting. Using a sophisticated array of strobe lights and precision spotlights, I simulated the iconic Santa Barbara sun to ensure every dish looked radiant, crisp, and inviting.