Every part of me aches to see beauty in every form of matter. It is my job to make the mundane seem interesting, as well as aesthetically pleasing (or "and to convey it in an aesthetically pleasing manner). To evoke a feeling with a single image is what drives me to continue in the field of photography. I first began photography at the age of 14, discovering and capturing the smallest things around me. Since then, I have realized that photography is what I want to do for the rest of my life. I’m currently attending Savannah College of Art in Design on scholarship, majoring in Photography. I believe I can and will take the art world by surprise, but for now I find myself going through constant artistic metamorphosis, preparing myself for the day when my passion and talents will come to light.

 

If you are interested in photographs please contact me through email:

Raychel@raychelmendez.com

 

I've shot:

Bands

Weddings

Family Portraits

Senior Portraits

etc.

  

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Testimonials

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Raychel is by far the best recreational photographer I've EVER met. But her photography skills multiplied by 1 billion isn't even a hairline comparison of how good a friend she is. Seriously, I've known her for a little more than a year now and even though we've for the most part talked via IM/phone, she's demonstrated… Read more

Raychel is by far the best recreational photographer I've EVER met. But her photography skills multiplied by 1 billion isn't even a hairline comparison of how good a friend she is. Seriously, I've known her for a little more than a year now and even though we've for the most part talked via IM/phone, she's demonstrated a love for God and his creation that's so great! So here's to you, Raychel. I swear as long as I live I'll never forget what an amazing friend you are.

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August 1, 2007

I don't know Rachel personally, but I can say that I enjoy her stream a ton. Her photos often breathe life into images that might otherwise be taken for granted. She is a true talent and the beauty she brings out within her photos, is quite breathtaking. :)

March 15, 2007

Raychel's photos are breathtaking, amazing, spectacular, brilliant, gorgeous, colorful, fun, smooth, lovely, a breath of fresh air, and inspiring! Her talent is displayed every time she posts posts another photo. She does an amazing job at a wide selection of photography, from landscapes, to macros, and flora to po… Read more

Raychel's photos are breathtaking, amazing, spectacular, brilliant, gorgeous, colorful, fun, smooth, lovely, a breath of fresh air, and inspiring! Her talent is displayed every time she posts posts another photo. She does an amazing job at a wide selection of photography, from landscapes, to macros, and flora to portraits. Her photos are fun, and in no way boring, It's always a delight to look at the new photos she has posted! And if you want a summary of all of what I said, here it is, "Notorious Raychel is one cool gal, that knows how to take a good photo"!

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February 19, 2007
Andrea says:

Every one of her photos is amazing in it's own way. There's always something standing out due to it's greatness. She has her own true style and can really pull it away. She is inspirational, rough, colourful, bright, soft, tender, shocking and overall magnificent.

February 12, 2007

Her photos are inspiring and delightful as well. Her timeless beauty is reminiscent of Victorian fashion that transcends through the novel and her technique is fabulous. Fresh, Bold and Amazing. She will go far...

February 9, 2007
JonnyUps says:

What do you say about someone with a ton of testimonials that hasn't already been said? Raychel is a stud when it comes to taking self portraits. She's unique in her choice of angles, and her ability to let the camera stare her down long enough to catch a glimpse of a person I have never met. I can't say that I know… Read more

What do you say about someone with a ton of testimonials that hasn't already been said? Raychel is a stud when it comes to taking self portraits. She's unique in her choice of angles, and her ability to let the camera stare her down long enough to catch a glimpse of a person I have never met. I can't say that I know her, but from the story she tells, I feel like I should know her. Outside of self portraits, she shows us the beauty of the simple things in life. Fruits, toys, fences, cheeks. Things you walk by, or glance at each day, but never recognize. If I could say one thing about Raychel, it'd be that she has caught my attention. I don't know how, but she's got it, and I'll keep seeing things through her viewfinder as long as she allows. `jon www.jonnyups.com

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February 9, 2007
Jim says:

I can tell you this about Raychel. From your pictures, you know she has a lot of skill with the camera. But if you dig a bit, you'll also find evidence of her fantastic singing ability. She's a force to be reckoned with!

February 9, 2007

You can tell she has fun taking her pictures. Which makes them that much more fun to look at. She's chill like dat She's peace like dat She's rolls like dat She's down like dat ... She's cool like dat We out.

February 4, 2007
Bo Nash says:

Raychel has a gift for portraiture (especially self portraiture) that leaves me both envious and amazed. Specifically, her use of color and focal depth stand out as particularly astute, and produce gorgeous, gorgeous images. I find myself waiting for good weather to go stomping around scrap yards and old buildings look… Read more

Raychel has a gift for portraiture (especially self portraiture) that leaves me both envious and amazed. Specifically, her use of color and focal depth stand out as particularly astute, and produce gorgeous, gorgeous images. I find myself waiting for good weather to go stomping around scrap yards and old buildings looking for photos, but then I fire up Flickr and see that Raychel has created a whole series of fantastic shots without leaving her kitchen ... and for that inspiration I'm most in awe.

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February 3, 2007

Raychel is a fine photographer who produces imaginative images on many differing themes. I particularly enjoy her Self Portraits which show a skillful use of lighting, angle and composition coupled with a beautiful face and figure which captures the viewer. I look forward to each image Raychel posts. Mike

February 2, 2007

It's been a joy to follow Raychel's photostream and see how much she has progressed as a creative photograper. Above all, it's her genuine, heart-warming smile and spontaneity with a bit of silliness that intrigue and inspire fellow photographers like myself.

January 20, 2007

Raychel is pretty cool. even if i've only seen her twice. ;) i love her work. it gets better and better with each flickr post. it is definitely a joy every time i see she has posted something new. i think its going to get better and better. =)

January 3, 2007
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Some say that the eyes are the windows to your soul. If that is the case Raychel has been so kind as to invite us all in for a look around. Aside from a nice collection of eye close-ups, she has also amassed and interesting series of self-portraits, and candids of her and her pals. She also has included some very n… Read more

Some say that the eyes are the windows to your soul. If that is the case Raychel has been so kind as to invite us all in for a look around. Aside from a nice collection of eye close-ups, she has also amassed and interesting series of self-portraits, and candids of her and her pals. She also has included some very nice experimental work where she has played around with color, perspectives, and composition. But above all her work contains huge helpings of humor. When you look at her work, you cannot help but smile.

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December 13, 2006
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What can I write about Raychel that doesn't appear in everyone's else's testimonial? Individuality -- Individuality -- Individuality Add Raych to your contact list and every time you click "Home" you will see under "Photos from your contacts' a smiley face, the corner of an eye, a set of lips making a smile … Read more

What can I write about Raychel that doesn't appear in everyone's else's testimonial? Individuality -- Individuality -- Individuality Add Raych to your contact list and every time you click "Home" you will see under "Photos from your contacts' a smiley face, the corner of an eye, a set of lips making a smile that could make the hardest person smile. Raychel is an inspiration and leader on flickr, she shows us all we should feel comfortable with what we were born with. Raychel was born with beauty and talent and for those of us lucky enough to stumble upon her pool we are richer for this experience.

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December 9, 2006
D. Bjorn says:

I do totally enjoy slipping through Raychel's stream -- from witty photos to outstanding self-portraits and experiments of depth of field, I love getting lost here. And I'm still trying to figure out what makes her Notorius. Great stuff!

November 24, 2006