Rafael – Photographic Artist

Rafael Guajardo is an award-winning, photographic artist who lives in Orange County. Many of his clients feel he has been gifted by God to create emotive images that move the soul and warm the heart. His early life adventures led him to travel throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Middle East, and the Fiji Islands. After marrying the woman of his dreams in 1991, Rafael felt led to take a new venture in faith, and Rafael photography was born.

Photographing weddings in Orange County is Rafael’s forte. He believes weddings are magical and that every bride is a princess. He connects with those brides who share this philosophy, and they trust him to capture their day in the spirit of joy and celebration. Rafael believes wedding photography should be a fun and exciting experience for both the bride and the groom. He believes that their treasured images will remind them, in years to come, of their commitment and passion for one another.

With over 17 years of experience as a seasoned professional, Rafael is the best kept secret in the Orange County wedding industry today. His unique photography style is a combination of photojournalism, classical, fashion, and fine art photography. He is recognized for his artistic passion, keen visual perception, and positive, uplifting attitude.

What separates Rafael from other fine wedding photographers is his unique ability to transform photographs into treasured works of art. He does this by combining the latest technologies of our day with the time-tested disciplines of centuries past. His photographic oil paintings are beautiful works of art that reflect the style and grace of the old masters.

Rafael is a true artist and is respected and admired by sophisticated event specialists and their brides.