It began with a story a photograph couldn't tell.
For years, my world has been one of visual storytelling. Through the lens of Viva Por Ti, I’ve focused on the tangible—the beautiful, fleeting moments you can see: a tear on a cheek, the lace on a sleeve, the joy in a smile. I have dedicated my art to preserving these moments.
But after years of bearing witness to these profound celebrations, I realized a crucial part of the memory was escaping my frame. It was the rich scent of peonies in the bouquet, the earthy aroma of rain on the pavement just before the ceremony, the warm, woody fragrance of the old church pews. It was the very atmosphere of the memory. I knew then that I needed a new medium to tell the rest of the story.
A Photograph for the Eyes, A Scent for the Soul.
This simple philosophy is the heart of everything we do. We believe in creating heirlooms that allow you to return to your most cherished moments through more than one sense.
A Visual Heirloom, captured by Viva Por Ti Photography, preserves the beauty of a moment in time, allowing you to see it forever.
A Sensory Heirloom, crafted by Viva's Candle Co., preserves the feeling of a moment, allowing you to breathe it in and be transported back.
Together, they offer a more complete, more resonant way to remember.
My story doesn't begin with wax and wick, but with light and shadow. As the founder and photographer behind my sister brand, Viva Por Ti Photography, I have spent years mastering the art of the visual heirloom—freezing a fleeting glance, a gentle touch, or a quiet vow into a timeless image. My work has always been about preserving the heartfelt moments that define our lives.
Yet, through my lens, I learned that every cherished memory is composed of more than what we can see. It’s also the intangible atmosphere—the scent of rain on summer asphalt during an engagement shoot, the warm fragrance of a historic ballroom at a wedding, the specific perfume of peonies in a bridal bouquet. This realization was the spark for Viva's Candle Co.: my desire to capture the part of the story that lingers in the air.
From my studio here in Woonsocket, I approach scent with the same intentionality as a photograph. Each candle is a composition, meticulously hand-poured in small batches. I blend fragrances not just for their notes, but for the feelings they evoke, drawing constant inspiration from the moody, romantic beauty of the New England seasons that I call home.
For me, a candle is not merely an object, but a vessel for memory. It's an invitation to slow down, to light a flame, and to be transported back to a moment worth remembering. My greatest hope is that each creation becomes a small, sensory heirloom in your own home, illuminating the beautiful stories that make up your life.
Composed in Rhode Island
Every candle is a composition. From our small studio in Woonsocket, each scent is thoughtfully composed and hand-poured in small, intentional batches. We are inspired by the seasons of New England—the crisp air of autumn, the salt on the summer breeze, the comforting quiet of a winter snow.
This is a slow, methodical art. It is about more than wax and wick; it is about blending notes of nostalgia, warmth, and story into a vessel, creating something worthy of your most important memories.
The Anatomy of Our Art
A candle is an intimate object. It burns in the heart of your home, and its scent becomes a part of your space and your story. We believe the elements that compose it should be as pure and thoughtful as the memories it's meant to evoke.
With a deep commitment to sustainability and your peace of mind, we have meticulously selected every component—not for clinical claims, but for the unparalleled quality of the sensory experience it provides. This is our promise: a beautiful, clean, and resonant addition to your personal sanctuary.
A Silken Canvas
The Foundation: A Clean-Burning Coconut & Apricot Wax
Our candles begin with a luxurious, creamy wax made from a blend of natural apricot and coconut. This vegan, biodegradable wax is not only a sustainable choice but also serves as the perfect silent canvas. Its clean-burning nature ensures that the true, nuanced notes of our fragrances shine with breathtaking clarity, without interference. It is the pure, quiet stage upon which our scent stories are told.
A Poetic Composition
The Heart: Non-Toxic Fragrance & Pure Essential Oils
The soul of our work lies in the scent. We consider ourselves fragrance composers, blending stories from a palette of fine, non-toxic fragrance oils and pure essential oils. This masterful blend allows us to create scents that are not just safe for your home, but are also complex, layered, and designed to unfold over time. We craft fragrances that evoke a feeling and a place, rather than just a single, simple note.
A Gentle Hearth
The Voice: Crackling Wooden Wicks
We chose a wick that adds its own gentle voice to your atmosphere. Sourced from FSC-certified mills, our natural wooden wicks offer a soft, audible crackle reminiscent of a miniature hearth. This beautiful auditory detail completes the sensory experience, turning the simple act of lighting a candle into an intimate and comforting ritual for the eyes, the nose, and now, the ears. It is the final, living touch to our creations.
WHOLESALE WITH VIVA
Thank you for considering Viva's Candle Co. for your next event, business, or retail shop!
Each product is made with your wellness in mind, and we would love to learn more about your special event or business.
We can also schedule a no-obligation consultation where we can share our pricing and samples.
Your support is highly appreciated, and your consideration is truly an honor that I do not take lightly.
