Sunday, October 12, 2008

The Expo...a succes!!!

Did you get the chance to meet our "Quinces Chicas"? They  did a wonderful job helping us out as hostesses? Here they are from L to R: Yael (page 10), Destiny (page 60), Sofiarely, Melissa (page  68), Tania and Stephanie (page 54).  
Thanks to all the beautiful "Quinceañeras To B" that came over our booth and signed up for the Free $200 Certificate and "Foto de Firmas" session.  We still have a few Free Certificates available, give us a call at (619)608-7186 to sign you up. Hurry!!! Don't let this chance go!!! Offer expires October 20th!!!

Here we have Genesis Maganda "Quinceañera of the Year" and Andrea Castruita "2008 Fall-Winter Cover Girl" during their presentation at the Expo. Want to see more Official EXPO Pics? Go to www.pictage.com/558620 and sign up! The complete set of official images from the EXPO will be available for viewing next friday the 17th. Stay tuned!

Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Quinceañeras Magazine Expo

Quinceañeras Magazine is ready for their second Grand Expo coming up on sunday October 12. The previous Expo was held at the Windmill in Carlsbad, we had over 1000 guests. This time the Expo will be held at the  "Handlery Hotel" , the proud Host Venue where the newest Fall-Winter Quinceañeras Magazine Edition will be presented. I'm so excited to see the debut of Andrea Castruita as the Cover Girl of Quinceañeras Magazine. 
Come join us and stop by our booth where we'll be giving away 20 Free $200 Certificates toward the Purchase of any of our 8 hrs Photography Packages. This Certificate includes a Free ($450 value) one hour "Foto de Firmas" Photoshoot Session with one 11x14 enlargement.
Don't miss out on the chance to find more good deals for your up coming celebration. 
See you there!!  

Friday, September 19, 2008

A-List

San Diego's KGTV Channel 10 has put together a contest:  The A-List. The purpose to find people's favorites businesses in Town. Hugo Benson Photography is part of the A-List. Here's the chance to cast your Vote for your favorite Wedding and Quinceañera Photographer.
10news.com's A-List Nominated: Best Photographer in San Diego

Friday, August 29, 2008

Quinceañera of the Year


Genesis Maganda the winner of "The Quinceañera of the Year" contest, sponsored by "Quinceañeras Magazine". Here are some of the images we did for her "Foto de Firmas" session in a local Park. These photos were taken a few weeks before her big day.

We met a little after 4 pm to make use of warm natural light. For this photo session I used a favorite lens of mine, the 70-200 mm/2.8. I also utilized a 32" gold/white reflector and of course, post-production in Photoshop to enhance color and skin tone.


Very early, on the morning of August 15, Genesis and her parents were up and ready to start the Big Celebration. We arrived at her house around 3 pm to start photographing. Her Chambelanes and the Limo arrived, a nice shiny White Hummer by our good friends from "Dreamer's Limousine". 


Genesis wanted to do her location photos at "Heritage Park" in Old Town. Gosh!! We had beautiful light all evening. We began photographing Genesis with her Chambelanes and Damas. I had them do various group poses. It was Genesis turn; Daysi, my asssitant was handing me lens after lens. We had plenty of time and began to do various creative poses. The photo shoot lasted for an hour and a half; she is "The Quinceañera of the Year", I wasn't going to miss this oportunity to take great photos of her and for the Magazine. Here are some of the photos that I liked most with the beautiful Victorian Houses in the background that really enhanced Genesis.

Genesis and her parents were so happy always with a smile. The day was full of emotions. It was an unforgettable day for Genesis and her family.

Quinceañeras Magazine Cover Photoshoot

Last august 4th, at the "Windmill" in Carlsbad; we met to photograph the Cover for the next San Diego Fall-Winter Edition of "Quinceañeras Magazine". Andrea Castruita won the contest with help from her family and friends. Here are a few snapshots of Andrea getting ready before the photoshoot. 

I arrived early to have enough time to check lighting, background, cameras and lenses. Andrea did a wonderful job, she was so professional and followed every direction, always with a smile. At the end of day, we were so happy, we had many great shots to choose from. Thanx Andrea!!! 


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