My Travel Journey
Capturing the Soul of a Destination
I’m not just a travel photographer — I’m a visual storyteller. I look beyond the landscapes to capture the culture, people, textures, and hidden details that define each place. My goal is simple: transport viewers into the heart of a destination and make them feel something real.
From the rugged cliffs of Eastern Newfoundland to the vibrant streets of Toronto, Ottawa, and Quebec City — and across Europe, Mexico, and Cuba — every location adds its own rhythm to my work. These journeys shape how I see the world and how I share it with you.
Over the last decade, what began as a passion has grown into a full-time career in travel and tourism photography. I now collaborate with tourism boards, hotels, restaurants, airlines, and media partners to bring destinations to life through imagery and storytelling rooted in emotion and authenticity.
Where My Travels Have Taken Me
My camera has carried me across coastlines, cities, and cultures — each place influencing my eye for light, colour, and story.
Canada: Ottawa · Gatineau · Toronto · Montreal · British Columbia · Halifax · Nova Scotia · Newfoundland & Labrador · Alberta · New Brunswick
Europe: France · Ireland · Germany · Austria · England · Poland
Asia: Japan · Vietnam
Caribbean & Beyond: Cuba · Mexico
USA: Select assignments for editorial and travel storytelling
Every destination adds something new to my work — a feeling, a moment, a story worth capturing.
Meet Roland Bast — On Assignment in Cuba, 2024
From boardroom to backroads — at 55, I traded a corporate career for a camera and a one-way ticket. Since then, I’ve documented Canada’s rugged coastlines, Europe’s timeless streets, and the vibrant cultures of Mexico and Cuba.
My photography isn’t just about beautiful views. It’s about storytelling — people, textures, atmosphere, and the emotion behind every frame. Today, I’m a trusted name in travel and tourism photography, partnering with brands who want imagery that feels alive and genuine.
Explore More of My Travel Stories
- 24 Hours in St. John’s
- 4-Day Guide to Moncton
- Top 5 Unforgettable Adventures in Gananoque
- A Photography Guide to Eastern Newfoundland
- Where I’ve Been
Frequently Asked Questions About Roland Bast Photography
A: I began photography as a creative escape from corporate life. At 55, I left the boardroom behind and turned storytelling into a full-time career.
A: Destination, travel, lifestyle, and tourism storytelling — rooted in emotion, culture, and place.
A: Tourism boards, travel brands, hotels, editorial teams, and media partners.
(For full details, visit my Work With Me page.)
A: Yes — I host photography workshops and social media training for creators, entrepreneurs, and tourism professionals. Contact me
A: Absolutely. I accept photography projects and destination collaborations across Canada and internationally. Contact me to begin the conversation. Contact me
A: Capture emotion, authenticity, and connection — not just scenery.
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