We’re so glad you’re here
We’re Jimmy and Kristina, the creative partnership behind The House of Amaretto a boutique production house built on the belief that strong visuals shape how brands are perceived.
Based between the Gold Coast, Bali, and Europe, we specialise in fashion, swimwear, lifestyle, and product campaigns for brands seeking more than just beautiful imagery. Our focus is on creating visuals that feel intentional, cohesive, and deeply aligned with a brand’s identity.
With nearly a decade of experience, we built The House of Amaretto to support brands looking for thoughtful creative direction, refined editorial content, and a collaborative team that genuinely cares about the outcome.
Not Your Typical Photographers
We don’t approach projects in a conventional way, and that’s intentional.
Rather than focusing on individual shoots, we look at the bigger picture how your brand evolves over time, how your audience connects emotionally, and how visuals contribute to long-term perception and growth. This perspective is why many of the brands we work with continue to partner with us as they scale.
We’re doing things our own way, guided by creativity, intuition, and experience rather than industry templates.
A Global Team, Consistent Vision
While we remain personally involved in every project, we’re supported by a strong international team that represents our standards and approach across Bali and Europe.
Our photographers and creatives work closely with us to ensure consistency in creative direction, quality, and execution regardless of location. This allows us to produce campaigns globally while maintaining the same level of care and intention our clients expect.
Working with The House of Amaretto means working with a team that sees the bigger vision and is invested in how your brand shows up in the world.
A Hands-On Creative Partnership
We intentionally keep our studio personal and collaborative. Clear communication, thoughtful guidance, and genuine partnership sit at the centre of everything we do.
Every project begins with understanding your brand identity, audience, and goals. From there, we shape creative direction, locations, casting, and production into a visual experience that connects emotionally while delivering real commercial impact.
🐾 Created With Purpose
Lucky came into our lives during our time in Bali and completely changed the way we see things.
We found him abandoned in a rice field, fighting for his life with parvo. In that moment, we knew we couldn’t just walk away we had to try and make a difference.
There are so many street dogs in need of care, food and protection, and it’s something we can’t ignore.
The Lucky Fund is our way of giving back.
A portion of every project goes toward supporting dogs in need across Bali from feeding and medical care to safe shelter.
Beyond the work itself, we believe creativity should have purpose.
This is something that continues to grow alongside our business and will always remain close to our hearts.
Let’s Create Something Meaningful
If you’re ready for visuals that feel elevated, purposeful, and aligned with your brand’s direction, we would love to explore what’s possible together.
About us
The Team
Kristina
Originally from Sydney and now based on the Gold Coast, Kristina is the art director and co-founder of The House of Amaretto.
With a background in fashion photography, lifestyle storytelling, and brand direction, Kristina leads the creative vision behind every project. From mood boards and visual concepts to on-set direction, styling, and execution, she ensures each shoot feels intentional, elevated, and aligned with the brand’s identity.
On set, Kristina oversees creative direction, guiding models, refining details, and shaping the overall look and feel of each campaign. She also leads behind-the-scenes content, UGC, and reels, capturing movement, emotion, and story beyond still imagery.
Her approach blends strong visual storytelling with thoughtful detail, creating content that feels real, considered, and designed to connect meaningfully with your audience.
Co-Founder & Arts Director
Jimmy
Born and raised on the Gold Coast, Jimmy is the lead photographer and co-founder of The House of Amaretto.
With extensive experience across fashion, swimwear, and lifestyle photography, Jimmy leads the visual execution and creative direction behind every shoot. His approach blends editorial storytelling with natural, confident direction, ensuring talent feels comfortable and brands feel fully represented.
Now working between the Gold Coast and Bali, Jimmy draws inspiration from both locations, combining coastal minimalism with storytelling to create imagery that feels fresh, intentional, and distinctly Amaretto.
Jimmy believes powerful photography starts with connection.
He takes the time to understand each brand’s vision, goals, and identity, shaping campaigns and content that feel authentic, emotive, and aligned.
On set, he brings calm confidence and positive energy, guiding talent with ease while maintaining a focused, collaborative environment. His work is driven by light, movement, and story, creating visuals that don’t just look good, but resonate.
Whether directing a campaign in Bali, a lifestyle shoot on the Gold Coast, or an international concept abroad, Jimmy’s passion for visual storytelling continues to shape the creative foundation of The House of Amaretto
Co-Founder & Creative Director 
Bali Creative Team
Digital Photography & VideographyWe work with a trusted, Bali‑based photographer and established creative team whose work aligns seamlessly with The House of Amaretto’s aesthetic and creative direction.
With a team on the ground, we’re able to manage every element of a Bali shoot from location scouting and professional model selection through to photography, videography, styling, hair & makeup, and behind‑the‑scenes content without the need for constant travel.
If products are already made or located in Bali, we can also organise local drop‑off or collection, removing the need for shipping or additional handling on the client side.
All Bali shoots are creatively led by The House of Amaretto and executed locally, ensuring every project feels cohesive, intentional, and effortlessly on brand. Clients don’t need to coordinate suppliers, logistics, or transport everything is taken care of, seamlessly.
Emma
Emma leads social media at The House of Amaretto, playing a key role in how brands show up, connect, and grow online.
She works across social strategy, content direction, analytics, and execution ensuring everything we create is intentional, aligned, and built to perform.
With a degree in Business and Marketing, Emma brings a strong strategic foundation to her creative work.
Beyond content creation, she helps bring structure and clarity to a brand’s online presence, supporting how brands are positioned across platforms, how content is organised, and how social media fits into a wider brand ecosystem not just standalone posts.
Combining creative thinking with performance insight, Emma bridges the gap between ideas and impact.
As The House of Amaretto continues to expand, she is an integral part of the team, adding value through thoughtful strategy, consistency, and long‑term brand growth.
Social Media & Brand Growth
Europe Creative Team
35mm Film & Digital PhotographyShe leads our European film presence at The House of Amaretto.
Based in Madrid and available to travel anywhere across Europe, she specialises in 35mm film photography with a refined, cinematic eye and a deep understanding of brand storytelling.
Her work is intentional, emotionally intelligent, and crafted with a strong sense of atmosphere creating imagery that feels timeless, elevated, and commercially powerful.
Deeply passionate about analog photography, Her approaches every project with care, precision, and genuine creative investment. Her love for film isn’t aesthetic it’s foundational.
That dedication translates into work that feels considered, authentic, and consistently high calibre.
She brings experience working with established fashion and lifestyle brands, balancing creative sensitivity with calm professionalism on set.
From campaign development to final delivery, she ensures every detail aligns with the brand’s vision while maintaining the integrity of her craft.
As our dedicated Europe-based photographer, she represents The House of Amaretto across the region, allowing us to execute campaigns seamlessly on the ground while maintaining global creative direction.
For brands seeking depth, texture, and a refined analog perspective she delivers imagery that resonates beyond trends. goes here
FAQ
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We like to have at least 2 months before your shoot to plan everything properly moodboarding, sourcing models, and finding the perfect location for your brand.
That said, we can sometimes work earlier or later depending on your needs.
What if I know I want a shoot in the future?
Our calendar is filling up fast! If you know you’ll need a shoot in the next 6 months and are sure you want to work with us, the best way to secure your spot is with a 10% deposit.Don’t worry if your production plans change, we can always move your shoot date.
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To secure your shoot date, we just ask for a 10% non-refundable deposit this locks in your spot and gets the planning started.
The remaining balance is due 7 days before your shoot, but we know flexibility matters so we can offer 4 easy payment instalments to make things simple and stress-free.
Once your deposit is in, your shoot is officially booked and we can start planning all the fun details.
If a payment ever slips through the cracks, don’t stress we’ll send a quick reminder so everything stays on schedule.
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Once your date is confirmed and the deposit is secured, we’ll curate a selection of agency and freelance models as well as locations that perfectly align with your brief.
We’ll guide you through these options, ensuring every choice reflects your brand’s vision and the look and feel we’re aiming to achieve for your shoot.
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We know licensing can feel like a scary topic, but don’t worry we’ll make it easy!
All of our packages include social media and website usage, so you can post your images and videos online and show off your brand without a hitch.
If you want to use your content for other things like paid ads, email campaigns, print materials, or even billboards and posters just let us know.
We can sort out the right license so everything’s fully covered.
Exclusive Rights: Want your content to be all yours? We can set that up with a tailored license fee.
Not sure if something’s covered? No stress! Just communicate your needs with us, and we’ll make sure the license fits perfectly for your images and videos.
Licensing is really just a way to protect both you and us, and by talking through it upfront, we can make sure your content is used safely and exactly how you want it.
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We know life happens and sometimes the weather doesn’t cooperate! If your shoot needs to be moved for any reason, we’re happy to reschedule.
We’ll work with you to find a new date that fits your timeline, and your deposit will transfer to the new date.
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On shoot day, we’ve got everything covered so you can relax and enjoy the fun part: watching your vision come to life!
We’ll guide you through styling, shooting, and any posing or product setups, keeping it easy, creative, and stress-free.
If anything unexpected pops up like tricky weather, location hiccups, or last-minute changes don’t worry!
We’ll adapt on the spot to make sure your shoot still looks amazing.
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The Lucky Fund was born from a story close to our hearts. When we rescued Lucky, a tiny puppy abandoned in a rice field and fighting for his life, we spent over $2,000 on his medical care out of our own pockets.
What broke our hearts even more was realising how often this happens people come to Bali, adopt or play with a cute puppy, and when it’s time to leave, they abandon them on a dirt road. Lucky lived through that, and seeing it firsthand showed us how many dogs suffer every day.
After living in Bali and witnessing this reality, we couldn’t turn away.
The Lucky Fund is our way of making a difference. A portion of every booking goes directly toward feeding, providing medical care, and sheltering street dogs. It’s the only way we could help while supporting the incredible people who dedicate their lives to these animals.
When you work with us, you’re not just investing in high-end, purpose-driven content for your brand you’re giving another Lucky a real chance at life.