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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!

    Category Archives: Weddings

    Kimi & Richard | Paradise Cove, Hawaii

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    Now Booking for 10.10.10

    Due to unforeseen circumstances October 10th, 2010 is now available again! Book your wedding for this popular date! For more booking information please contact hello(at)alexrapada.com or click on the contact button above.

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    A quick glance of 2010 highlights.

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    Amanda & Joe teaser | Koh Phangan Island, Thailand

    The most awsome wedding party ever!!! The 32hr straight journey from Hawaii to Koh Phangan Island located in the gulf of Thailand was an adventure in itself but shooting all the family and friends on this little island for four days has been an overall amazing experience . It’s one of those things where you...

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    Natalie & Chris | Carnival Cruise in Ensenada, Mexico

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    Kristin & Marshall | Haiku Mill – Maui

    I’ve heard about this location before but always wondered what it would be like to shoot here. That day finally arrived and I really didn’t know what I was getting into. Haiku Mill in Maui is one of the most unique locations i’ve seen for a wedding. It’s filled with personality, hidden treasures and endless...

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    Victoria & Jx – Preview

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    hannah & cj | waimanalo – 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...

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    carissa & mike | lanikuhonua – oahu

    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...

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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...

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    natalie & chris | ensenada – mexico

    These two are amazing artists in their own medium and own a tattoo shop called The Dolorosa Art Company They asked me to shoot their wedding on the carnival cruise docking out of long beach harbor. I’ve never been on a cruise ship! I can’t wait to do it again.

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    lauren & brent | turtle bay – northshore of oahu

    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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    haley & rich | loomis county – california

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    audra & pom | downtown los angeles – california

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    renee & adam | ko’olina resort oahu

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