Portraits

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

Lifestyle and Celebrity Photography for a New Era of Cultural Expression In Los Angeles—the city where stories are born under neon lights and legendary music—an unforgettable production came to life, bringing together Dos Equis and the iconic band Fuerza Regida. The mission was bold: to create a visual campaign of photography and video that would capture the energy, authenticity, and cultural impact of this historic collaboration. Directed and photographed by Mauricio Candela

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

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 eleme

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 r

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 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.

Client: Barry University Director & Still Photographer: Mauricio Candela Production Company: The Blur Office Producer: Michelle Jayme & Douglas Hawryluk DP: Antal Steinbach Second Camera: LightYears Photo Assistant: Focus Junior Digitech: Alain Alminana, Javier Sanchez Postproduction: Cerebro Behind the scenes of an inspiring collaboration When Barry University set out to refresh its brand with an authentic, student-centered campaign, they partnered with Mauricio Candela and

Studio photography doesn't get more electric than this. Miami sports photographer and director Mauricio Candela was selected by the NBA Players Association (NBPA) to photograph the Orlando Magic players in a professional studio setup inside their own arena. Shot on location at the Kia Center in Orlando, the session combined the raw athleticism and personality of each player with a clean, powerful studio aesthetic. The result is a series of bold sports portraits that capture t

A journey through family, strength, and everyday life Some photography projects go far beyond the lens. This one — developed in collaboration with BioMarin Pharmaceutical — took Mauricio Candela and his team on an emotional and deeply human journey across continents, capturing the lives of families with children living with achondroplasia, a form of dwarfism. Shot in California, Colorado, Gijón, and Madrid, the goal was to create a series of honest visuals — both still and vi

A collaboration filled with energy, flavor, and star power In one of his most high-profile collaborations to date, photographer Mauricio Candela worked alongside global pop sensation Karol G to produce content for an exciting Smirnoff campaign. Partnering with Vandals production company and Casanova McCann, Candela and his team were tasked with creating both celebrity portraits and product imagery, all while working around a packed commercial shoot schedule. “It was a big cha

A bold campaign that encourages responsibility through raw imagery In a daring and thought-provoking collaboration, Budweiser and its creative partner David The Agency launched a powerful Halloween campaign aimed at raising awareness about responsible drinking. For this visually impactful initiative, Mauricio Candela was selected to lead the still photography, tasked with recreating strikingly real mug shots of individuals who had previously been arrested for minor infraction

Here you can see horizontal versions of the series along with some portraits. Credits: Photographer: Mauricio Candela Producer: Michelle Jayme Wardrobe Artist: Catalina Sanchez Props and Art: Prop Planet Make Up Artist: Sonia Reisin Studio: Mauricio Candela Photography #fineart #photography #kidsphotography #childphotography #studioshoot #nostalgia #niños #arte #fotografia

The prestigious brand Audemars Piguet shot a campaign in south Florida. Winner of 23 Grand Slam singles titles Serena Williams was shot in studio. The challenge was to work swiftly as her time on set was limited and there was also a commercial to be shot. Working with a body double to pre-light the set, Ms. Williams joined the crew when it was time to shoot. Everything had to be captured in within a limited time and that included the commercial and stills. The key was to move

Discover how photographer Mauricio Candela created stunning cinemagraphs for the Ford F-150 campaign in Los Angeles. Explore the behind-the-scenes process, creative strategy, and production techniques used to bring this iconic truck to life through motion photography.

Discover how photographer Mauricio Candela contributed to Colgate’s Cannes Lions-shortlisted campaign “Every Drop Counts” — a powerful initiative that turned hotel sinks into platforms for water conservation awareness in Brazil.

In just 10 minutes waitting for someone in broadway (NY), I was impressed how many people was into their phones. #phone #reallife...

A regular day at the studio with a great photographer and friend (Alejo Arango) I was tired with the beard and we found a nice way to...

The campaign, photographed by Mauricio Candela for Maruri Grey and their client Glue-It, was submitted to the 2014 Cannes Festival. To date, the shot “Jackson 5” has made it to the short list and has the possibility of winning a Lion Award in the outdoor category. See photos of the process that took place in order to recreate the famous images, as realistic as possible, without the cost of working with celebrities. Agency: Maruri Grey Client: Glue-It Creative Directors:

A career milestone for Mauricio Candela In 2014, Mauricio Candela reached a major professional milestone: his work was selected for inclusion in the Communication Arts Photography Annual 55, one of the most respected and competitive photography publications in the world. Out of over 5,200 submissions, only 155 were chosen—Candela’s entry stood out for its bold visual storytelling and social impact. The featured campaign, titled "Smokeless Tobacco is a Deadly Alternative," was