Photography

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

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

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

Miami has a unique charm that shines through the MiMo District and its vintage 70’s motels along Biscayne Blvd. This area is one of the city’s hidden gems, where pastel facades, neon signs, and retro architecture tell stories of old Miami while blending seamlessly with today’s urban energy — the perfect setting for lifestyle and street photography. This time, Candela teamed up with Colombian model Camila Bedoya for a walk through Biscayne Blvd, making the street itself part o

Candela Captures Inca Kola’s Authentic Lifestyle in a Bold Beverage and Food Photography Campaign Advertising agencies McCann Peru and VML Peru, together with iconic soda brand Inca Kola and production company Epoch London, trusted Candela to create an extensive photo library for Peru’s leading beverage brand. The five-day shoot took place in Lima, covering multiple locations, with diverse talent and countless creative variations. The result is a vibrant collection of images

A curated selection of celebrity portraits capturing iconic talent across sports, music, and entertainment, blending personality, presence, and cinematic style.

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

Explore how celebrity photographer Mauricio Candela captured Asian icons Lay Zhang and Jay Chou in Sprite’s global campaign across China and Australia

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 hidd

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

Explore how photographer Mauricio Candela captures spontaneous, unfiltered beauty in a casual backyard shoot with model Nancy Rodriguez. Discover the power of natural light, minimal production, and emotional authenticity in lifestyle photography.

The VMC “Viva Mexico Cabrones” campaign brought together world boxing champion Canelo Álvarez and a high-performance creative team for a fast-paced production in San Diego, California. Directed and photographed by Mauricio Candela in collaboration with Bikini Films, the project combined video, product visuals, and dynamic storytelling into a cohesive campaign. As a sports photographer , Candela approached the shoot with a focus on energy, precision, and timing, essential ele

Mauricio Candela, a visionary in the world of commercial photography and recognized among the best known photographers in the industry, has once again proven his artistic prowess as he secures a coveted spot among the 200 best advertising photographers worldwide. His exceptional talent and keen eye for detail have earned him a well-deserved place in the renowned book Best AD Photographers Worldwide by Archive magazine. This prestigious honor marks the fourth time Mauricio's

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 c

The advertising agency Dentsu and Burger King trusted Candela and his team to produce their campaign for the famous school tradition, Homecoming. The campaign was shot in the city of Miami at one of its restaurants, where four students went to Burger King before their Homecoming party and enjoyed their new meal. Rooted in lifestyle photography , the idea was to create images with a genuine feel—capturing real moments and making it seem as though nothing was posed or planned.

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 encapsula

When Creativity Meets Cultural Insight in an Award Winning Campaign For the second phase of the “Better with Pepsi” campaign, PepsiCo partnered once again with the award-winning advertising agency Alma to bring a clever and visually striking idea to life—one that seamlessly blends branding, food culture, and photography in a way that instantly resonates. Photographer Mauricio Candela and his team were brought on to collaborate in this new stage of the award winning campaign,

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 portr

A production in collaboration with In & Out Productions , alongside Colombian singer Camilo, Mauricio Candela, and his team, developed a series of celebrity portraits part during the video shoot. They worked as a team to achieve both the video and still photography within a tight timeframe. The artist tirelessly collaborated to capture the desired material.

Introduction: When sport meets style In today's crowded footwear and sportswear market, authenticity and energy are what separate good campaigns from great ones. That's why Charly, the fast-growing athletic shoe and sportswear brand owned by Skechers, turned to Mauricio Candela, a creative force in sports, sportswear, and lifestyle photography, to lead a high-intensity production in Miami. The result: a campaign that captures the soul of athletic performance and everyday move