Revealing Our Latest Photoshoot

Last month, Quinta Esencia brought a long-envisioned concept to life through a beautifully intimate photoshoot in Philadelphia. Capturing the essence of our brand required a photographer whose work could evoke both authenticity and emotional depth. That search led me to Jillian Guyette, a talented photographer whose imagery speaks to the quiet beauty of everyday moments.

The journey to finding Jillian began unexpectedly last October, during a visit to The Paris Market in Savannah, GA. While exploring the store—a stunning blend of a French café, wine boutique, personal apothecary, and vintage home goods market—I stumbled upon a shelf of carefully curated magazines. Among them was FAIRE, a journal unlike any I had encountered before. Its pages were filled with compelling stories of artisans living authentically in remote corners of the world, brought to life through powerful yet delicate photography. The images resonated deeply, mirroring the feeling I wanted to convey with Quinta Esencia.

One feature in particular caught my attention: a series of evocative photographs accompanying a story about a female luthier. The photographer’s style felt warm, tender, and timeless—exactly the kind of visual storytelling I had been searching for. A quick search led me to Jillian’s website, and to my surprise, she was based in New Jersey, just an hour from where I was living at the time.

After spending more time immersed in her work—images of mothers and daughters, indoor and outdoor settings infused with a quiet sense of belonging—I felt compelled to reach out. Two weeks later, we connected over Zoom. A month after that, we had a date set for the shoot.

When the day finally arrived, Jillian and her team seamlessly brought our vision to life. Four women from different paths came together, embodying the essence of Quinta Esencia: connection, care, and authenticity. Through Jillian’s lens, we captured not just images but the spirit of what it means to nurture oneself and others through all stages of life.

This collaboration felt like kismet—a meeting of creative minds drawn together by a shared appreciation for craftsmanship, artistry, and purpose. The result is a collection of images that beautifully reflect the heart of Quinta Esencia, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the journey that led us here.