About:
Raymond Alva (rap) is a portrait photographer primarily working in the music and “youth” scene. Being born and raised in Southern California, Alva naturally found himself documenting the culture and people within these spaces. At their core, these individuals and stories are often described as having a nonconforming spirit, being liberated from others' perceptions and refusing to conform to the societal norm. Alva's exploration of light and color seamlessly harmonizes with his desire to authentically depict the narratives before him. His work not only provides a fresh and alternative viewpoint but also cultivates an understanding of the similarities and differences between us all. When not shooting with music artists or those around him, Alva can be found Dj’ing with friends, skating at his local diy skate spot, or catching the latest A24 film at the movie theater. While primarily working in Southern California, he is available for travel. You can find him on Instagram at @Rapberry.
raymond is currently residing in Riverside, Ca (located centrally, about an hour from Los Angeles, Palm Springs, and San Diego)
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Clients:
Hypebeast, nike, undefeated, Born X Raised, NPR, Cuervo, Youth to the People, Adobe, Southwest Airlines, Capitol Records, Atlantic Records, motown records, Columbia records, Twenty Twenty London, Recess Studios, Astana Music, Culture Co, Reach Records, Lords Child Worldwide, Indie Tribe, The Send, Black Roses, and Sandals Church.
EXHIBITIONS:
2024 Apa San Francisco - Something personal
2024 Apa Los Angeles - Off the clock
2023 American Photography 39
2022 Apa San Diego - Untitled Showcase
2022 Smashbox Assistants Show
2022 Gramercy - So Long Summer Show
2022 CBU Spring Group Show
2022 Grammercy - Locals Only Group Show
2021 Sandals Church - Young Adults Group Showcase
2020 Self-Curated Show - Finding Beauty
Awards:
2024 Apa Los Angeles - Off the clock “Best in show”
2024 Communication Arts Photography Shortlist
2023 American Photography 39
2023 Communication Arts Photography Shortlist
2022 Monster Children Skate Competition Finalist
2022 Apa San Diego Untitled - Honorable Mention
2022 International Photography Awards - Honorable Mention
2022 American Photography 38
2022 Communication Arts Photography Shortlist
2022 Communication Arts Student Showcase Feature
2021 International Photography Awards - Honorable Mention
Student Show And Conference 17 (Best Photography Portfolio)
2020 Richard Patrick Memorial Photography Scholarship - National Student Show And Conference 17 (Best Photography Portfolio)