Tag: ben briones studios
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A Photographer’s Unspoken Fears
Have you ever asked yourself what your greatest fear a photographer is? Last week I took a survey to see what photographers dread the most and many had valid fears such as; equipment malfunction during a job, or equipment being stolen, and not making enough money. We have all faced the fears listed above and…
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Crista Flores – Head Shots – Bee Beautiful Studios
Crista Flores has so much personality and I think they really show in these photos. Crista’s mom reached out to me one day, asking if I could take some head shots for her daughter because she was planning on running for the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show Covergirl. This young lady is not just all beauty…
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A Hero’s 89th Birthday – McAllen, Texas – Bee Beautiful Studios
Mr. Sanchez’s daughter Samantha Sanchez is a longtime friend and fellow University of Texas Alumni, so when she asked asked if my brand could provide some photography services for this special celebration I said yes. Small parties with big meaning is what makes professional photography important. America thanks you Mr. Sanchez for your service and…
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Destiny Love Peña – Quince – Mcallen, Texas – Bee Beautiful Studios
I once went through a phase where I would tell people I only shot weddings but you know what? Screw that! I am a photographer; plain and simple! My job is to serve my community, my clients and my God through this special gift. This quineañera has inspired me to rekindle that love for that…
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Christmas Portraits – A Mother’s Love – Bee Beautiful Studios
How precious is a mother’s love? What a gift from God to feel such love! I was having all types of feels when I photographed Diana and her boy.
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Messalinda Anzaldua – Make-A-Wish Rio Grande Valley – La Feria, Texas – Ben Briones Studios
Giving back is extremely important for me and my brand. This past weekend I photographed a quinceanera for a special girl. Make-A-Wish Rio Grande Valley put together a fifteenth-birthday-celebration for Messalinda Anzaldua. Mind you, I did not know this young lady and when Ava Sandlin, the executive director of Make-A-Wish Rio Grande Valley, reached out to…
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The Kelley Family – A Love Letter from Ben Briones – Floresville, Texas – Bee Beautiful Studios
To my beloved client the Kelley Family, It has been such a pleasure to be your wedding photographer and now your family photographer. I still remember your beautiful baby girl from your wedding night and now look at her. She’s precious and so smart. Mandy, you are just getting prettier with time and we cannot…
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D’ Gala Banquet & Special Events – Mcallen, Texas – Bee Beautiful Studios
One of my favorite venues to photograph at is the D’ Gala Banquet & Special Events located 2100 W. Nolana Ave. McAllen, TX 78504. My first memory of this venue a wedding was way back when it was called Michelle’s but with the venue’s upgrade D’Gala is simply elegant. My favorite angle to shoot in this venue…
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Single In The City – J’aime Les Livres (I Love Books) Mcallen, Texas – Bee Beautiful Studios
J’aime Les Livres (I Love Books) is a cool little book store located at 1219 N. Main Street McAllen, Texas 78501. Martha “Marty” Medina has owned and operated this quaint book store for over four-years. One day a friend and I decided to explore the small shops on N. Main and when we walked into J’aime Les…
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Armando and Laura – Mission, Texas – Bee Beautiful Studios
I will never forget the day I met Armando and Laura because they came into my office with such excitement. Honestly, the treatment was celebrity-like and it made my heart super happy. These junior high sweet hearts requested a special engagement session. Because they met at work and are so passionate about their careers, we…
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Special Graduation Photo Session by The Beach – Bee Beautiful Studios
These portraits are by special request for my client Cynthia Cameron, who’s also a Bee Beautiful Studio’s bride. When Cynthia and her husband came into my office for wedding photography information we clicked right away. Laughter and heart-felt stories brought us closer but strongest connection we had was that we shared the same faith and…
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Why Should People LIKE Your Facebook Photography Page?
The race to the most Facebook page likes is the “in thing” these days, especially in the photography industry. There is a misconception that the more likes you get, the better you are than your competitors. Every now and then you’ll be scrolling through your Facebook feed and you see that photographers update their statuses…
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Family Matters – Hidalgo, Texas – Ben Briones Studios
Although I do not niche in family portraits I still love to photograph families because it matters. It matters to them and it matters to me. Today I am featuring my latest family portrait session of the Leos family. I met Mr. Andy Leos at a Holy Ghost revival at a church he pastors about…
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Photographers Become Part of Your Community!
In 2007 I became a volunteer at the Boys & Girls Club of Edinburg. My goal was to complete a 900-hour volunteer program for a hefty scholarship but my relationship with the club lasted beyond the time required. I am proud of being a Boys & Girls Club Alumni and I fully support their programs…