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Welcome to my Blog!

 I'm the first to admit...."I'm in love with love".  I love seeing two people happy together.  I enjoy seeing the way a couple looks into one another's eyes and seeing the spark between them...that magic.  It makes me smile. I love seeing families and friends bond. I adore children smiling and laughing...that's why I photograph people.
     These things keep me happy and motivated.  They fuel my passion to always be the best photographer I can be for myself and for my clients.  I consider all of my family, friends, peers and clients a part of "Manalo Empire".  A group of people who I keep close to my heart...
     I love what I do, and I pour myself into my work wholeheartedly. It is a part of me. How do I "define" my work?  It's hard to put me into a box.  But a few words that come to mind are romantic, fun and spontaneous.  It's a mixture of so many things. It's me....Manalo Empire.

A Few Tid-bits on Me

I'm a California girl at heart

I'm married to a wonderful man and I have 3 beautiful children

I'm a veteran of the United States Air Force

I can weld, use a lathe and mill, and shoot an M-16 (strange fact, I know) LOL!!!

I <3 coffee and boba!

I dig my boots

I love accessories (but I don't have enough)

I'm friendly and I like to have fun

I like pretty girly things

I love spending time with family and friends

I'm pretty easy-going and not too hard to please

I like the little things in life, like children's smiles, the smell after a good rain, and listening to the waves crashing on the beach

Mexican, Italian and Asian foods are my favorites!

I'm not too big on chocolate, but I LOVE Red Vines Licorice!

It's hard for me to put down my camera I love using it too much! (Just ask my kids...LOL!)








Category Archives: Promotions

Mother’s Day Promotion

Friday, April 23, 2010 Posted in Portraits, Promotions

Mother’s Day is fast approaching and Father’s Day is right around the corner!  Why not surprise mom and dad with a portrait session from Manalo Empire Photography? How about a cute mother-daughter session?  What about a “Generations” session with child, parent and grandparent?  Save-the-date by May 9th, and receive a free gift with any package. ...

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Teen Shoot Challenge Winner

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 Posted in News, Promotions, Teens

It was a very difficult decision, but the winner is Sarah Vargas from Arizona!!!!  Please contact me asap so we can set up your shoot!
Congrats!!!
Lucy

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1st Teen Shoot Challenge!

Thursday, January 28, 2010 Posted in Children, Promotions, Teens, photography

Hey moms and dads of teens in Southern California!!!  Do you think your child deserves their very own photo shoot?  Well here is their chance to win one courtesy of Manalo Empire Photography:

So as you can see….All we need is a creative piece from the teen who feels that they deserve to win!  The last...

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Discount for Service Members

Thursday, January 21, 2010 Posted in Promotions, Weddings

I remember my years as an active duty military member, and the struggles I had to go through.  So in honor of the men an women that serve and protect…I wanted to offer a special discount just for you.
Thank you to all of the men and women who do what they do on a daily...

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