"As an event manager for a nonprofit dedicated to serving youth, I’ve had the pleasure of working with many vendors—but Rafa truly stands out. He has been absolutely phenomenal in capturing the energy, joy, and emotion of our major fundraising events. Beyond his incredible eye for photography, Rafa brings an unmatched level of professionalism, warmth, and charisma to every event. He’s not just a photographer—he’s a part of the celebration.
Rafa’s friendliness makes everyone feel at ease, from shy teens to high-profile donors. He has a remarkable ability to connect with guests and make them feel seen, resulting in photos that are not only beautiful but genuinely authentic. He’s consistently punctual, prepared, and adaptable—no matter the scale or chaos of the event, I can count on Rafa to deliver stunning results without ever needing direction. His presence is always a calm, positive force.
We are so grateful to have Rafa as part of our events. His work doesn’t just document our events—it amplifies the spirit of our mission. I couldn’t recommend him more highly."
- Steve L (Event Manager at one n ten)
"Rafael and his team are the consummate professionals. They not only take photographs, but they calm you, help you make you look your best and really see you! It makes the whole experience enjoyable and fun. I have never looked or felt so good as I do in front of a camera with Rafael."
- Michael Mazzocco
"Rafa has always been great to work with, he is professional, attentive, and creative. Everything you want in a photographer. He has been my go-to photographer for all my events to capture some of the best moments!"
- Bradley D (DialIn Productions)
"Rafa’s photography has a way of turning ordinary scenes into something truly special. Every photo Rafa takes feels alive—filled with emotion, detail, and a unique perspective that really sets the work apart. It’s clear Rafa doesn’t just take pictures—Rafa tells stories."
- Manu S
"Our experience with Rafa photographing our courthouse wedding was great in the sense we were able to have an awesome friend and positive energy be part of the day, And it was executed better than we could have imagined. Rafa made everyone feel comfortable, and even got the family members who are insecure about their smiles to laugh and show genuine joy. His direction was easy to follow and still allowed everyone to be naturally themselves. The photos are beautiful, and we are so grateful to have had Rafa capture our special day"
- Alex P
"Working with Rafa was a very pleasant and professional experience. He knew how to interact with me while making sure we got a great selection of photos to choose from. I very highly recommend him and his work."
- Mark P DJ
"Working with Rafa is always so much fun! He is a skilled artist with a camera, a professional, always over delivers, comes in on time, and makes the entire experience fun for everyone involved. 10 out of 10 Would recommend!"
- Christopher T (Owner of Stacy's at Melrose)