Sometimes you see an opportunity and you have to take it... which is exactly what I did while taking photos for Emily & Colton's wedding pool party at Le Meridien Hotel in Clayton/St. Louis. The hotel features a rooftop pool with drinks served by its own bar, Cafe La Vie, under the name Au Soleil. They host various events for the public and feature small bites and delicious summery cocktails. While photographing the Baker's farewell brunch/pool party, I snapped some branding photos for the hotel itself - just for fun! It was such a vibe with the pool, the sunlight, and beautiful branding. The photos honestly feel like a taste of the Amalfi Coast in Italy to me, which is always a good idea.

Close-up of a fresh orange slice with natural lighting and shadow.
Au Soleil Le Meridien drinks menu text in elegant script typography.
Rippling turquoise pool water surface with sunlight reflections.
Artistic black and white photograph of someone enjoying pool water reflections.
Vibrant orange tropical flowers blooming among green foliage in soft focus.
Le Meridien hotel signage on exterior wall in soft focus.
White parasol casting geometric shadows on a light concrete surface.
Outdoor drinks menu with fresh citrus and dappled sunlight shadows.
Outdoor patio setup with white chairs and tables near modern buildings.
White sandals resting by the edge of a pool with rippling water.
Poolside view with person's arm reaching toward turquoise water.
Swimming pool with slide beside a modern high-rise building.
Artistically shot beverage menu with orange slice and soft focus shadows.
Pool bar menu with cocktail listings and lemon garnish in black and white.
Black and white view of a pool deck through a doorway.