Testimonials
Roland Bast is a world-class photographer. He captured the beauty of our wilderness, culture, and townscapes with a creative and informed eye. Roland is straightforward to work with and receptive to ideas, bringing some great suggestions. He is curious, open, and flexible. He was a joy to work with and an excellent fit for our destination.
Andrew Hiscock
Director: Legendary Cost of Newfoundland
Keep Exploring Newfoundland
A Photography & Explorer’s Guide to Eastern Newfoundland
Where I’ve Been
“Le Québec Maritime” was fortunate enough to have collaborated on various projects with Roland over the past few years. He is a productive travel blogger and photographer, always ready for a new challenge. He’s on time and super well-organized! It was an absolute pleasure to work with him!”
Suzie Loiselle
Director: Destination Quebec Maritime
Collaborating with Roland has been nothing short of efficient. His keen understanding of the ideal angles, perfect lighting, and suitable backgrounds effortlessly elevates your pictures. I’ve partnered on campaigns with prominent names like Bayshore Mall, Poly Sleep, and Roland; the process is swift. He quickly captures the perfect shot. His enjoyable work demeanour makes the collaboration seamless and pleasant.
Mary C
Wardrobe Consultant, TV Personality
Working with Roland is always a pleasure! He is professional, prompt, and consistently delivers high-quality content for small projects or luxurious campaigns. We can always count on Roland and his team to be ready, ensuring our events are captured beautifully every time.”
2021-2024
Carol Saad
CEO, Chic and Swell Events
Destination Marketing & Brand Collaborations
Below are some of the destinations, brands, and organizations I’ve partnered with in recent years — from tourism boards and hotels to airlines, events, and community projects. Each collaboration reflects my approach to storytelling: capturing real moments, authentic culture, and visuals that genuinely perform for marketing teams.
2024 Clients & Projects
Travel & Destination Marketing
- Porter Airlines — Two major travel and lifestyle campaigns
- Moncton–Dieppe, New Brunswick — Destination marketing collaboration
- Magdalen Islands, Quebec — In partnership with Québec Maritime
- Cape Breton, Nova Scotia — Tourism Nova Scotia + Parks Canada
- Gananoque, Ontario — 1000 Islands Tourism
- Thunder Bay, Ontario — Thunder Bay Tourism
- St. John’s, Newfoundland & Labrador — Discover St. John’s
- Eastern Newfoundland — Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism
- Las Vegas, Nevada — The STRAT Hotel
- Guadalajara, Tlaquepaque & Tequila, Mexico — Go-To Guadalajara
- Ireland — Travel content with Collette Tours
Event & Brand Content Creation
- Flair Airlines — Travel and lifestyle content
- Harvest: A Feast of Fall — Fundraising event coverage
- Château Montebello — Luxury hospitality features
- Cirque du Soleil — Event photography
- ByWard Market Events — Community + cultural events
Volunteer & Special Projects
- Snowsuit Fund (Ottawa) — Supporting local families
- Smiles Cookies Campaign — Fundraising
- Rugby Canada — Sports + community engagement
2023 Clients & Projects
Travel & Destination Marketing
- Tadoussac Whale Watching, Quebec — Québec Maritime
- Gananoque, Ontario — 1000 Islands Tourism
- Eastern Newfoundland — Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism
- Niagara Parks, Ontario — Tourism content
- Paris, Lyon, Nantes & Mont Saint-Michel — Air France + Euro Rail
- Kelowna, British Columbia — Kelowna Tourism
- Les Germain Hotel, Quebec — Baie-Saint-Paul
- Cirque du Soleil — Event photography
- Maple Bend Cottages — Tourism promotion
- Chateaux du Lac – 31 Miles — Luxury retreat photography
Event & Brand Content Creation
- Air France — Travel campaign
- Euro Rail — European travel content
- Lyon & Nantes, France — Cityscape + tourism promotion
- Notre-Dame Basilica (Ottawa) — Architectural photography
- ByWard Market Events — Community events
Volunteer Projects
- Snowsuit Fund (Ottawa)
- Smiles Cookies Campaign
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you travel for international projects?
Absolutely. I work on campaigns across Canada, Europe, and Latin America and handle all logistics to keep the process seamless.
What makes your approach different?
I combine artistry with strategy — visuals that are beautiful and built to perform in tourism and marketing campaigns.
What types of destinations and brands do you collaborate with?
Tourism boards, airlines, hotels, tour companies, and event organizations across Canada and internationally.
How do destination campaigns work?
Each project includes creative direction, pre-planning, on-location storytelling, and final content delivery optimized for marketing use.
Do you handle both photography and digital storytelling?
Yes — I offer integrated packages that include photography, short-form video, reels, and curated social media coverage.
Let’s Collaborate
Every destination has a story. I bring it to life through imagery, creative strategy, and meaningful collaboration. My goal is simple: create work that inspires curiosity, builds connection, and motivates travellers to explore.
Whether you’re a tourism board, airline, hotel, or brand, I help translate your vision into visuals that resonate — long after someone has scrolled past.
Let’s create something unforgettable.