Mike Butler – Architectural Photographer
A full-scale hospitality production at Hilton Casa Marina, Key West — combining cinematic video, architectural photography, and social media content. I directed, produced, and shot across rain-soaked days with a seasoned crew, delivering high-impact visuals designed to elevate brand presence and drive bookings.
I’m honored to have been recently featured in VoyageMIA, a publication known for spotlighting local creatives and professionals making an impact in the Miami community. The interview dives into my 30-year journey as an architectural photographer—starting with a Nikon F-3 in Bangkok and evolving into a career dedicated to capturing the soul of built environments around the world.
I am thrilled to announce that my latest project, “La Foto,” has been officially selected for the upcoming Hollywood Florida Film Festival, scheduled to take place from March 21st to 23rd, 2025. This festival, located just twenty minutes from Miami and ten minutes from Fort Lauderdale, is renowned for celebrating cinema under the Florida sunshine. Known as “Hollywood by the Sea,” it offers the perfect blend of sun, sand, and stellar filmmaking.
Exciting news—La Foto has been officially selected for the Columbus Film & Photography Festival! This recognition is another milestone in the journey of a film that explores the profound impact of a single image.
From its inception, La Foto was driven by a passion for storytelling, uncovering the layers of meaning behind a photograph and the lives it touches. Being featured at a festival that celebrates both film and photography is a perfect fit, and we’re thrilled to share this work with a new audience.
Stay tuned for more updates, screening details, and behind-the-scenes insights as La Foto continues its festival run!
Navigating the complexities of photographing a building amidst a cluster of other structures requires a thorough approach. As a seasoned Miami photographer specializing in architectural and exterior photography, I began with a detailed scout of the area, utilizing my Canon R5 and DJI Mavic 3 drone. Despite the drone’s creative potential, the tight urban environment posed challenges, limiting its effectiveness. Through multiple visits and exploring unconventional angles, I captured the building’s unique essence, proving the importance of persistence and creativity in architectural photography.
Camcon Construction Group enlisted me to photograph their remarkable project in Miami’s vibrant Wynwood district. The featured property, Clima Home, caters to top designers in Miami, showcasing multiple floors of cutting-edge designs.
Whispers of the Andes: A Journey Through Garagoa’s Forgotten Landscapes Colombia is not just a country—it is a palimpsest, a place where history is etched into every mountain ridge, every winding road, every shadow cast by the drifting clouds. My wife’s lineage is woven into this tapestry, her blood tied
The Meditative Journey of Photographing Rainbow Falls This night shot of Rainbow Falls in Gorges State Park NC was the capstone of what became an unexpected meditative journey through the transition of day to night. A shoot that became no less than a full-on meditative prayer to the universe. The
In the minds of many, Hurricane Ian has come and gone, the world has moved on. Even as I sit here in my studio in Miami, only a 2-hour drive away from where Ian came ashore, life is, and has been much the same. Yet for the folks on Matlacha
Drones are becoming more and more popular with businesses for a variety of reasons. They can be used for videography, photography, and even deliveries. And while there are some concerns about privacy and safety, the benefits of drone technology far outweigh the risks. Drone videography is a great way to
