Biography of Alicia Gines

Hi there. You should already know my name at this point; Alicia Gines! I am a professional portrait photographer specializing in Newborn, Infant, Children, and Families. I also have experience in Maternity, Senior portraits, Engagements, Weddings and Individual Portraits. I offer lifestyle photography that brings out the natural essence of the subjects that I works with. I use professional “studio” like lighting in all of my professional set-ups rather you choose an in-home session or an on-location session; every situation will have flawless lighting. I currently offer services in Stockton, Lodi, Manteca, Sacramento, and Modesto California and surrounding areas.

I’ve always had a huge passion for photography. My dream to be a professional photographer and business owner started the day my mother handed me her an old Pentax film camera and some rolls of film. Before high school I took several in-depth classes in art, and then in high school I took advance classes on art to further my education in the field. I even went as far as taking an advance art class at a college during the summer. Once I realized I loved photography I began my education personally on my own time while being consistent with my art education. About two years after I graduated from high school I got married and then soon after that I had my first baby. Taking such a long break for marriage and the baby made me realize how much I really loved photography and couldn’t be absolutely happy without it. This is where my journey began. In 2008 I really buckled down for the long haul and went for it! Invested every thing that I could into this dream of mine. Now, three years later I can proudly say that I am very happy with my decision to invest in myself and my dream. I am a VERY proud professional photographer and business owner! -And may I add…a legit one at that! This is what I want my babies to learn if not anything else; that dreams can come true! Photography is a part of me that will never fade.

In addition to the real and long story above. Everyone should know how and what has gotten me to where I am today. Everyone needs a strong force to live by rather it be God, your mother, a loved one, or simply something someone once said to you. For me, it’s my motto. Something I tell myself everyday to remind me of how and what…

Dream Big. Be Strong. Love.

It all started with a DREAM to be a professional photographer and business owner. Back then it was a big dream for me, and still to this day it’s a big dream for me. DREAM BIG! Through the many years, the failed support systems, and the people who tried to bring me down; I stayed STRONG. BE STRONG! Every step of the way I LOVED every single minute of what I was working towards and I had the love of my life holding my hand the entire way as well. LOVE!