Tag: rgv photographer
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Suheily Maldonado – Edinburg, Texas – Bee Beautiful Studios

Here is a graduation session I did back in 2011 for Mrs. Suheily. I was extremely proud of the shots five years ago and I am still very proud of them today. Suheily is now married and has travelled around the world doing missionary work. What makes me more happy then the results of the…
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Christmas Minis – McAllen, Texas – Ben Briones Studios
We are super excited for this coming Christmas season. Recently we have been promoting our Christmas Mini Sessions to our existing clients and new leads. These quick and affordable sessions are great for the family looking to take some holiday themed photos but not have to go through the hustle and bustle of waiting in…
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Andrea Almaguer – Mcallen, Texas – Ben Briones Studios

One day, after work, Andrea approached me when I was leaving work. She asked if I could take some photos of her because she was running for Student Governemnt Association President. Well guess what? She actually won and I’m very proud of her and happy I was a small part of that achievemt. This is…
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The Style Union Launch Party @ Francisca’s Showroom – McAllen, Texas – Ben Briones Studios

The Style Union had their official launch party to celebrate their new Pop Up Store located in Francisca’s Showroom in McAllen, Texas. Alexa Carancca, friend and co-founder, hosted my photo booth at their event. I had such a great time seeing people roll in and interact with the owners and walk out with bags full…
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Stephanie Rios – Professional Photographer – Bee Beautiful Studios

There comes a time in your life when you have to ask for help! It is inevitable because as much as we think we could do everything and anything, truly, we can’t. And after we receive help it usually customary to thank that person. Today, I thank you Stephanie Rios! Merriam-Webster’s dictionary defines help as…
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International Women’s Day – Women In Photography – RGV
International Women’s Day Women In Photography Laura Soria Right now lets give Kudos Ms.Soria. Laura is one of the hardest working female photographers I know and have worked closely with. Thank you for your dedication to my clients, to your clients and your contribution to our local photography community with your beautify images! View Laura Soria‘s…
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Chick-Fil-A – Pharr, Texas – Ben Briones Studios
One day I was enjoying an awesome lunch at the new Chick-Fil-A in Pharr, Texas. I had my computer out and some hard drives on the table working away on the latest work. A Chick-Fil-A employee came up to my table and asked if I was doing well then asked what I was doing. I…
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Brianna Alanis – Sweet 16 – Mission, Texas – Bee Beautiful Studios
It has been such a pleasure working with the Alanis family. This Sweet 16 was such a beautiful event I really don’t understand why I didn’t show it sooner on my blog. This event took place in September 2015. I honestly thought I had a draft ready to post but here I am writing one…
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Alondra Alanis Quince – Mission, Texas – Bee Beautiful Studios
A few weeks ago we photographed and watched Alondra Alanis enter womanhood in most glamorous fashion, a Quince. Her loving family gathered at the Corinthians Event Center and dressed elegantly ready for a fun evening. Alondra, is the daughter of loving mother Jaine Alanis, who has been an amazing client to work with! Alondra wore…
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Ronnie Sada Family – Old Hidalgo Pumphouse – Hidalgo, Texas

Memories are beautiful and that is why I love being a photographer. The opportunity God has given me to freeze a special moment in time that will forever be passed down in generations is just beyond me. At the end of May I had the pleasure of photographing Roonie and her growing family. We went…
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Printing in the 956.
When I started shooting paid jobs back in 2007, I would make my prints at Walmart or Walgreen’s. Basically, any place that would develop my FujiColor X-TRA 800 ISO film. Yes, this young, handsome photographer began his career shooting 35mm film. I’ll share about about my film days in a future blog, but for now…
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Nadia Hernandez Grad Photos – McAllen Convention Center – Bee Beautiful Studios

Graduation photos are important because they record a special period in your life where you achieve a level of education that no one can ever take away! Your gradation session doesn’t have to be indoor at a studio, it could be fun and outdoors. This grad session was shot at the famous McAllen Convention Center…
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Celena Jacobsen – 35mm Film – Ben Briones Photography

Many years back I did a photo shoot of my friend Celina Jacobsen, now Celina Jacobsen Norton. I shot her wedding by the way. I took these 35mm film shots at her aunt’s home in Edinburg, Texas with my Canon AE-1 using Ilford Delta 100 Professional Black and White Film. I am pretty sure I…
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Alyssa Victoria Pena – 35mm Film – Ben Briones Studios

Years ago when I was attending UT-Austin I was assigned to capture some portraits using my Canon AE-1 and my friend Alyssa was nice enough to model for me. Here are some of my favorite shots from the two rolls I shot. If you would like some lessons on how to use your 35mm film…
