About

Manalo Empire Photography-

What’s in a name?

When I was deciding on a name for my business, I had a difficult time deciding.  But one day, while I was with my in-laws, I figured out what it would be.  As my father-in-law was watching his many grandchildren (he’s up to 10 now), he had a big smile on his face.  The kids were running around chasing each other and having a great time. He then lifted up his hands, and exclaimed, “Look at my empire! I want to see my empire grow!”   I wanted to see my family, friends and the circle of people I know grow. So from then on, my business was named: MANALO EMPIRE PHOTOGRAPHY.

 
The Business:
-I’ve always enjoyed photography. (I picked up my first camera in Jr. High.)
-I went through the program at Tri-Community Photography Center, mentorships, and self-training.
-In 2005 I decided to open up my business.
-In 2009 my business had progressed, and I wrote my first article that was published in Bridal Guide.
-In 2010, I was published in BodasUSA and several other magazines and blogs (please see press page for more info).
-I opened my first office.
-In 2011, became a 5x print competition award winner.
-Became a credentialed photography instructor for Tri-Community.
-Various speaking engagements.
-2011 studio opened.
 
 
A Little About Me:
-I love my family,  friends, photography and life.
-I teach photography for Covina-Valley Unified, at Tri-Community and I adore it!   
-My guilty pleasure is boba green tea.
-I enjoy being creative and making people smile.
-I like to learn.
-Graduate of  Northwest Florida State College (formerly called “OWCC”), Azusa Pacific University and currently attending UCLA
 
 

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Let’s meet so we can talk about you, and how I will capture the story of your day.