Life, Values & Legacy: Our Chat with Richard A. Delgado of Santa Clarita

Richard A. Delgado shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.

Richard A., a huge thanks to you for investing the time to share your wisdom with those who are seeking it. We think it’s so important for us to share stories with our neighbors, friends and community because knowledge multiples when we share with each other. Let’s jump in: What makes you lose track of time—and find yourself again?
When I get too caught up with my own projects. I tend to get in the zone, and simply forget about everything else that’s going on around me. I tend to focus solely on what I’m doing at that moment, and it’s very hard to come out of it. Sometimes, I have others calling me out to remind me that I have other things that also need attention. But lately, I’ve become better at it. I’ve developed a schedule and organize myself a lot more than before. This way I have better time management.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Richard is a rising artist and writer, and his passion can only be described as an influential force.
Striving to be an inspirational public figure, to help those who are also working to achieve their
dreams, and to making sure to put God first in any goals and obstacles that come his way.
Richard was born in Monterrey, Mexico, but raised in Houston, Texas, and is currently living
near Los Angeles in order to pursue his career in animation. He holds an MFA in Visual
Development, and a BFA in Media Arts and Animation.

RAD Studios was established in 2020 by Richard and Melody Delgado in an effort to create a
space to inspire others who find joy in creating art. From collaborating with other creative minds in
the entertainment industry, our goal is to create new fresh ideas with compelling stories that will
inspire the next generations to come.

As a part time Actor. Richard has been involved in projects such as USA Network’s “Queen of
the South” and, “Beyond the Red City” TV series, and a few others.
As an artist, Richard has created numerous personal projects, and has worked a long side many
known clients throughout the years. He has worked with the talented, well-known,
Latin musician, and Grammy nominee, Lupita Infante.

Richard has been recognized as a multi-talented artist, and has been interviewed by radio TV
shows, and podcasts such as, Inspiration for your Soul, Chat and Spin Radio, KUHS Radio/TV
Denver, The Way Things Are Podcast, and among others. Also, Richard has been issued in LA
magazines and articles such as, Magic Image Hollywood, Heart of Hollywood, High Fashion
Magazine, Celebz Treasure: Daily News from the Vine, Marylou Magazine from Texas, and many
others.

Richard has also been involved in numerous writing competitions. His sci-fi TV animated pilot,
“The Galacticals: Let the Games Begin” became a semi-finalist for the 2020 ScreenCraft
Animation Screenplay Competition. Richard has also been given the Master’s Certificate of
Recognition in Literature by La Preparatoria 5 UANL of Sabinas, Hidalgo in Mexico, by
participating in their 56th Anniversary of their “Cultural Week” workshop, to inspire the future
generations of young Mexican writers.

Richard has published his first novel “The Ancient Chronicle: The Newborn”, and is working on
an entire series that he has created called The Ancient Chronicle universe. His first novel “The
Newborn”, became a quarterfinalist for the 2021 ScreenCraft Cinematic Book Competition, and
has been gaining worldwide popularity since then among the fiction community. Having
outstanding book reviews from many countries in various online platforms such as, Amazon,
Lulu, Goodreads and others. His literary works have become a favorite to many, and even being
considered by some as “one of the finest suspense/thrillers/gothic writers of our time”.
You can purchase a paperback, or an eBook format of his book at
www.theancientchronicles.com. Richard is also currently writing his next book that will tell of
the phenomenal story of angels, and of creation itself.

Being born, and raised in a respected Catholic Mexican home, where Richard was inspired from
his own family members who were artists, models, and musicians. A heritage that stretches for
generations. It is Richard’s personal goal to represent his family name and his culture, within
the world of entertainment.

Okay, so here’s a deep one: What was your earliest memory of feeling powerful?
When I was in fifth grade, I entered my very first art contest at my elementary school. I still remember how nervous I felt—I had no idea what to expect. The year before, while I was in fourth grade, my art teacher had praised a talented fifth grader whose skills far surpassed mine at the time. When news broke that he had won first place in the Houston Rodeo Poster Contest, I felt both inspired and intimidated. He had set the bar high for whoever came next.

In that moment, I made a quiet promise to myself: I would rise to the challenge. If I wanted to place in the top three the following year, I had to improve—sharpen my skills, expand my imagination, and push past my own limitations.

Throughout fifth grade, my art teacher saw something in me. She nurtured that potential, encouraging me to dream bigger and break through creative boundaries. She reminded me not to limit my imagination, and to trust in my ability to grow.

When the time came to enter the contest, I remember praying for a positive outcome. Then it happened: the results were announced. Two fifth-grade artists from my school had taken the top spots. Second place went to a close friend of mine—an incredibly gifted artist in his own right. And first place… was awarded to me.

I was stunned. I had made my school, my teacher, and my parents proud. For the second year in a row, our school had claimed the top prize. All the effort I had poured into my craft throughout the year had paid off. I had met the high standard set before me—and in doing so, I discovered a sense of power and purpose I hadn’t known before.

It remains one of the most defining moments of my life. It taught me that I am capable of great things—as long as I’m willing to work for them. With faith in God above all else, I believe anything is possible. That’s the motto I live by.

Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
This happened to me not long ago. I had lost my job and my steady income, and for nearly two and a half years, I was unemployed. I was deeply worried about my finances spiraling out of control, and I knew I had to start applying as soon as possible.

Over the next two years, I submitted countless applications—but nothing seemed to move forward. Rejection after rejection. I rarely received callbacks, and the few interviews I did land felt promising, yet still ended in disappointment. I began to slip into a state of borderline depression. The world felt too dark to see the light, and the walls around me were closing in. Things went from bad to worse.

But I kept praying. I held on with everything I had.

Then one day, I had an interview—and was offered the position on the spot. I felt overwhelmed with gratitude and relief. In that moment, I knew God had been telling me all along: never give up. So I didn’t. I kept going, stayed positive, and trusted the process until it finally happened.

Life can be tough—but God made us tougher. Never give up.

Sure, so let’s go deeper into your values and how you think. Is the public version of you the real you?
Yes, I always strive to stay true to myself—no matter what the world says or how hard it tries to convince me otherwise. We can’t afford to become someone we’re not just to please others. If we do, we risk losing our authenticity and never truly knowing who we are.

Trying to fit into someone else’s mold only leads to disappointment and backlash. That’s why I remain grounded in who I am and refuse to change for anything or anyone. Of course, it’s wise not to overexpose yourself to the public—but that doesn’t mean you should hide your truth. Being genuine matters. Pretending isn’t worth the cost.

Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
That I was a true artist—one who pursued his calling and fulfilled his purpose in life. That I sought to inspire others, especially the generations to come. That I was a man of God, a good and humble soul who tried each day to make the world a little better.

That I wrote stories and created films that moved people across the globe—works that motivated others to grow, to believe, and to become better versions of themselves. That I lived without limits, driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference in this world for God.

That I was an artist who reminded others there is light at the end of the tunnel. That no matter how dark things may seem, you must keep going.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.radanimationstudios.com
• Instagram: @richy_axl
• Facebook: https://Facebook.com/richyaxl1
• Other: https://www.theancientchronicles.com