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

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.

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

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.

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 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

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

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

From almost ten thousand submissions, our panel has chosen the 200 photographers that represent the state of art in advertising imagery. We present almost 500 pages of their stunning work in this Lürzer's Archive special issue. Being selected for Lürzer's Archive 200 Best Ad Photographers Worldwide is one of the highest recognitions in commercial photography. Out of nearly 10,000 submissions from photographers across the globe, only 200 make the list — and Mauricio Candela is

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

Some of the most powerful images are never planned. For me, the best street photography in Miami happens when you put down the shot list, step outside, and let the city tell you what to shoot. That's exactly what happened on this night on Calle 8 — the beating heart of Little Havana — with model and frequent collaborator Candelaria. Just a camera, available light, and a few hours of wandering. The result was one of my favorite personal projects to date. Calle 8, The Perfect S

Go behind the scenes of a bold digital campaign for Ladron de Manzanas, the popular apple cider brand by Heineken. Discover how photographer Mauricio Candela brought the brand’s vibrant identity to life through still photography and digital content, working with Spanish agency Sra. Rushmore and production company Timing Produccion Grafica.

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