Natural Light

Lifestyle photography in Miami for the American Express Latin America campaign produced for Ogilvy Miami — shot across restaurants, boutiques, museums, the beach, and the Design District.

A look into commercial and advertising photography in Miami — creating authentic, dynamic imagery for lifestyle, sports, and celebrity campaigns that truly connect with audiences.

Advertising campaign for GoGo Squeez, photos by Mauricio Candela, a lifestyle photographer specializing in capturing unique moments.

Discover how photographer and director Mauricio Candela led a high-impact photo and video campaign for Brightline’s Miami–Orlando high-speed train. Using cutting-edge virtual production, the team captured stunning visuals that reflect movement, speed, and innovation.

Buenos Aires, Argentina, emerges as a mesmerizing jewel in South America, boasting both enchanting architecture and the beauty of its women. On this occasion, Candela and Camila traverse the vibrant streets of Puerto Madero, immersing themselves in the city's charm through a spontaneous approach to street photography. Against the backdrop of European-inspired structures, they embrace a spectacular day, with the radiant sunlight becoming their photographic ally. Seeking hidden

This time, Candela embarks on a captivating journey through the vibrant streets of Shanghai with Fei, skillfully capturing travel photography moments. During a couple of hours of exploration, they seek textures that beautifully contrast with Fei, document fun and spontaneous scenes, and discover both typical and atypical locations in the dynamic city of Shanghai, China. The addition of an on-camera flash enhances the visuals, providing the collection with a distinctively urba

The Wyndham Rewards campaign came to life through a collaborative effort between the brand, agency, and production team, resulting in a dynamic visual library built around authentic storytelling. Shot across multiple hotel locations in Orlando, the production focused on capturing real, relatable moments that reflect the everyday traveler. At the core of the project was a strong emphasis on lifestyle photography, creating images that feel natural, inclusive, and emotionally co

Candela and Polikroma are the creative minds behind Aperol's latest masterpiece. Infused with vibrant photos and an artfully curated color palette, Candela collaborated seamlessly with Polikroma's production team to conjure up a captivating campaign for Aperol. Set against the backdrop of Mexico City, this visual symphony captured both the essence of the product and the allure of the lifestyle it embodies. The campaign isn’t just about capturing moments; it’s about encapsulat

A bold and authentic lifestyle photography campaign for Estrella Jalisco, shot in Texas by Miami lifestyle photographer Mauricio Candela. The project focused on capturing real moments, real people, and a genuine connection to culture through a cinematic and natural visual approach. Real people, real moments Casting was key. The campaign featured local Texas talent, bringing authenticity and cultural relevance to every frame. Candela’s approach to real people and talent portra

Explore how AI and photography merge as Mauricio Candela reimagines 1990s New York through creative street portraits. A tribute to nostalgia, style, and storytelling

A Campaign Built on Human Connection Some photography projects go far beyond the lens. This campaign — developed in collaboration with BioMarin Pharmaceutical — took photographer and director Mauricio Candela and his team on an emotional, deeply human journey across two continents. The mission: document the real lives of families raising children with achondroplasia, the most common form of dwarfism, and do it with honesty, dignity, and care. Shot across California, Colorado,

Lifestyle Photographer shoots a Lifestyle Campaign Rooted in Realness In a time where authenticity is the strongest form of advertising, lifestyle photographer and director Mauricio Candela continues to push creative boundaries. In his recent collaboration with PepsiCo, DDB, and Monster GC, Candela led the visual storytelling for a high-impact advertising campaign that blends lifestyle photography, food styling, and honest, relatable moments. Shot over the course of three int

Introduction: Nokia returns to the spotlight Once a household name in mobile technology, Nokia has been reemerging with a renewed identity—balancing nostalgia and innovation. To promote their newest mobile device, Nokia collaborated with Grey Mexico and photographer Mauricio Candela for a street photography campaign in Miami that focused on real moments, real people, and raw emotion. This campaign was about more than showcasing a phone. It was about capturing connection, move

Koaj, a fashion brand, collaborated with Candela for the development of its spring 2019 campaign. The shoot took place durning three days in the city of Miami. Under the production of Rocket to the Moon and The Blur Office, the team dedicated special attention to the casting and worked diligently in the production of the project which was shot on location and in studio. Koaj was a dynamic campaign with a lot of exploration when taking photos, allowing us to have a lot of mate

A campaign was developed for Santa Clara Mexico, a line of dairy products from the Coca-Cola Company in Mexico City. The campaign focuses on creating "SANTOS MOMENTOS", which are relevant to the consumer. Everyday moments were captured where the product was the hero. The creative agency was Sra. Rushmore of Spain and the production house Timing Produccion Grafica. In Mexico City, production services were provided by NT Producciones. In order to capture the desired situations

Los Angeles is among Candela's top choices for capturing photos bathed in natural light. In this city, every angle provides a perfect shot, complemented by the abundance of locations exuding personality and character. Teaming up with the enchanting model, Lani, Candela explores one of the city's most artistic neighborhoods, seizing the opportunity to capture daring and extraordinary moments. Photographer: Mauricio Candela Model: Lani City: Los Angeles-USA STILL PHOTOGRAPHY

Miami Lifestyle Photographer Selected to Redefine the City's Image When the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) and global agency VML set out to show the world that Miami is more than just nightlife, they needed a photographer who truly understood the city's soul. They chose Miami lifestyle photographer and director Mauricio Candela to lead the visual storytelling for one of the most ambitious tourism campaigns in the city's history: "Found in Miami." The missi

Introduction: Pride You Can See Some of the most powerful advertising doesn't sell a product — it celebrates the people who already love it. That was the insight behind this Ford SUV campaign, shot in Los Angeles by automotive photographer and director Mauricio Candela in collaboration with Zubi Advertising and The Blur Office. The concept was simple and human: Ford owners take pride in their vehicles. Not just when they drive them — but when they wash them. That ritual of ca

Introduction: Telling the story of a brand's arrival When a major brand enters a new market, every detail matters. The visuals must resonate with a new audience while staying true to the brand’s identity. For Bank Itaú, one of Latin America's largest and most innovative financial institutions, the launch in Colombia was a significant milestone. The campaign needed to be fresh, vibrant, and human. That’s where I came in. Collaborating with MullenLowe SSP3, one of the region’s

Documentary Travel Photography: Italy Without a Filter Not every trip needs a shot list. Not every photograph needs to be perfect. This past summer, Miami lifestyle photographer and director Mauricio Candela traded the production set for the streets of Italy — no clients, no crew, no brief. Just a camera, four cities, and a commitment to capturing life as it actually happens. That's the essence of documentary travel photography: real people, real moments, zero production. Flo