Discovering the Art of Light
ABOUT ME
Graziela, the creative talent behind the lens.
Born and raised in Brazil, my love for the outdoors, travel, people, and art has always been at the core of who I am. From a young age, I found joy in drawing, exploring the interplay of shadows, light, and lines. But it was when I discovered my first camera that everything clicked.
With my camera, I realized I could paint with light, capturing authentic moments of life in ways that drawings couldn't. It transformed how I saw the world and enabled me to preserve fleeting moments with depth and emotion.
Today, I strive to create images that not only freeze moments in time but also evoke the feelings and stories behind them. Each photograph is a testament to my journey from pencil sketches to capturing life's most precious moments through the lens.
Join me in celebrating life's beauty through the art of photography.
What to Expect
I’ve worked with over a hundred clients, many were unsure what to expect from a professional photoshoot or had never been in front of the camera before! Like them, by the end of our session together you will be loving it and wanting more!
So, if you’ve ever avoided using a professional photographer because you typically don’t like being in photos or aren’t comfortable with how to pose or what to do in a photoshoot then you’ve come to the right place.
We are telling your story in the photos so all you have to do is be yourself and the intention for the images will show naturally. I provide all of the guidance you need for the photoshoot and most of the time you won’t even remember that you are being photographed!
Portrait
family, groups + special occasions
newborn + baby sessions
couples + maternity sessions
Branding
editorial sessions
products + services
headshots + online images
Elopements
engagement + proposals
elopements + intimate weddings
first look + bridal sessions
The Essence of My Story
Today, I am a full-time lifestyle photographer in Tulum, Mexico. I continue to love and learn about this art and everything that comes with it. The essence of your story has become a guiding element of my photography work so I wanted to share a little about the essence of my story as well, through images:
Working with Grazi was effortless. She has a calming spirit, and a keen eye for light and shadow play. I think her skill exists in part due to her intuitive connections.
Much love Grazi. Thank you.
My Personal Projects
Photography isn’t just a job for me, it’s also a creative way for me to give back!
Gather4Giving
I have been lucky enough to travel extensively around the world and I have always had my camera with me. My time spent in Africa left a huge impression on me and resulted in an ongoing and successful collaboration with a primary school in an area of Uganda called Lake Bunyonyi. Together we have built a breakfast program called Feed Their Minds. Approximately 300 students at the school get breakfast of posho (porridge) every morning and also something for lunch when the funds allow.
With the support of so many people, we have kept this program going since 2016 and I have been able to sell my photography fine art prints to contribute to the success of the program.
You can read all about the program and how it evolved on our GoFundMe page. If you would like to gather with us and donate, no amount is too small and we would be extremely grateful to have you join us on this project!
“Graziela has not only a great eye but a zest for life that comes across in her photos. I will never forget following her through a train car in Tanzania watching Grazi befriend young and old all along the way. She’s someone everyone wants to be with – and as a result, she’s able to capture the magical and the elusive.”
“For me, the camera is a sketchbook,
an instrument of intuition and spontaneity.”
— Henri Cartier-Bresson
