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Alex Rapada Photography

I'm a firm believer in the saying "Everything happens for a reason" and every event in my life has led me to where I am in my photography career today.  I'm thankful to be surrounded by amazing people who inspire and give me the freedom to be creative with my talents. It's an amazing feeling to know the infinite possibilities one can do with a tool like a camera and imagination! With that said, I want to share with you a culmination of photography that I've amassed over the years. Just open your heart, mind, soul and enjoy! Peace and Blessings!


"A true photograph need not be explained, nor can it be contained in words." ~Ansel Adams

 

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    Where am I? where are you?

    I'm Los Angeles based photographer but I might be close to you! I'll be traveling from Southern California, Mexico, Northern California, Washington, Oregon and Hawaiian Islands for the year 2010. If your interested in booking a photo session or have any questions, click the contact button above!

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    “The greatest gift is to give people your enlightenment, to share it. It has to be the greatest.” -buddha

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    carissa & mike | lanikuhonua

    It rained on this day but it didn’t phase anyone. In fact from what I heard, its goodluck when it rains on your wedding day. Did I also mention that I love ice cream? I think carissa and mike knew that already and setup a whole table of ice cream goods just for me! The last photo of this set reminds me of Alice in wonderland dinner party! Here are some shots I snapped alongside with Frank Amodo and Pacific Aisles.

    Alice in Wonderland
    Alice in Wonderland
    Alice in Wonderland

    April - awesome photo!25/02/2010 - 3:21 pm

    Carissa - It was our wonderland too! I've had so much fun looking through your's and Frank's photos. I told Frank the photo of you reacting to the ice cream sundae bar might be my favorite out of all of them :P Ahhh...memories...26/02/2010 - 4:03 am

    alexrapada - I had such an awsome time with you guys. That photo of me just shows my love for ice cream!26/02/2010 - 7:49 am

    not so sunny california

    We have seen a handful of storms in southern california these past couple of weeks. For majority of residents here, it’s an ugly and cold sight. Mudslides everywhere, the beaches are polluted, accidents on the freeways. It’s Like taking a shower and half way through with shampoo in your hair, the hot water runs out, it’s not fun. I see it as an adventure, an opportunity to witness something different from the sunny side of california that we all know. I drove and hiked a bit in the back roads of the 818 / 805. I managed to snap a few before mother nature won and sent me home freezing, soaked and wet.
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    anu & minesh | dandeana yacht – marina del rey

    I was scared that I was gonna get sea sick! We were on the Dandeana Yacht for 5 hours of Fantasea Yachts. I was ok! A good friend bought me some pressure point bracelets and it did its job! This wedding was really amazing, why? Because of the deep connection the family has with each other is quite amazing. The rituals, textures, details and emotions etc etc. Ill just let the photo speak for themselves.
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    thang truong - absolutely beautiful...03/02/2010 - 6:48 am

    LeeAnn Manley - Alex, I love how you captured this wedding. Handsome looking couple and beautiful wedding!03/02/2010 - 4:17 pm

    Kerry - I've never seen pictures like this.. you did an amazing job04/02/2010 - 12:53 am

    frank amodo - very inspiring work! love all the details and emotions you captured.06/02/2010 - 9:15 pm

    hannah - wow, this is great! indian weddings are so beautiful. the colors are so rich! great job capturing all that amazingness :)07/02/2010 - 4:37 am

    Shawna - Wow - fabulous work! I especially love the B&W shots. Do you want to submitt them for the www.Maharaniwedding.com black and white look book? email me! :-)08/02/2010 - 3:16 pm

    Ivy Sahagun - Gorgeous!!! Great job Alex!09/02/2010 - 5:04 am

    Anu & Minesh - Alex, you are an amazing photographer! Can't thank you enough for capturing this memorable moment in our lives. Can't wait to see the rest! :) Thanks sooo much! Your awesome!13/02/2010 - 7:27 am

    doris & steve | sand island – oahu hawaii

    doris & stevedoris & steve

    hannah & cj | waimanalo & waikiki hawaii

    Congratulations to Hannah and Cj! Such an awsome laid back couple! I shot alongside with Frank Amodo on east side of the oahu islands in waimanalo.  I was worried but not phased that the forecast mentioned thunderstorms all over the island on their wedding day….what thunderstorms, right? Through out the day we were blessed with perfect weather and a trusty couple who didn’t mind any ideas we had to get some awsome photos. Thank you hannah and cj for having me  be a part of your wedding day!
    hannah & cjhannah & cj

    Stephanie - i saw your post on OSP, and had to check out your blog, i love your style really beautiful. my fav. were def. the ones of the bride getting ready. love your work21/11/2009 - 6:51 pm

    hannah & cj - alex you seriously rock!! we were so stoked to see these photos while we were on our honeymoon, what an awesome treat! thank you so much, you and frank are so amazingly talented. we can't say enough great things about you guys. can't wait to see the rest, thanks for being so fun and easy to work with, the images speak for themselves :)22/11/2009 - 11:23 pm

    Anne - Hello Newlyweds! I am in awe at the breathtaking beauty of you both on your wedding day! The camera caught some absolutely magical moments. I could see them in a magazine. What a joyous celebration. Wishing you a very happy life together. Congratulations. Thank you for sharing. Welcome home. Anne24/11/2009 - 3:10 am

    lauren & brent | turtle bay

    This would have to be one of the most amazing sunsets I’ve ever witnessed on the north shore of oahu. We shot the couple at the most perfect time on the reef shore at Turtle Bay Resort.

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    Jeremy - This set of images is awesome! Keep up the greatness!23/11/2009 - 12:49 pm

    Lauren - Hi Alex I have just seen these photos for the first time and you have done an amazing job, cant wait to see more. Thanks for capturing the best day of our lives so beautifully. Lauren14/12/2009 - 12:30 pm