Ralph Romaguera,Sr.
M.Photog.,Cr., CPP, API, F-ASP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Romaguera began his photographic career at the age of 18 in the U.S. Naval Reserve. Following active duty at the Naval Photo School, he obtained a part time position with United Press International and later became a full time photojournalist for the Times Picayune Publishing Corporation in New Orleans, LA. In 1971, Romaguera opened his first portrait studio.

Presently, the Romaguera family own and operate three studios in the Greater New Orleans area. His exhibition prints have been accepted in the General, Loan and Masters Loan Exhibits of the Professional Photographers of America. Besides the Masters, Craftsman and Certified designations from PPA, in 2007, Romaguera received the Fellowship in the American Society of Photographers.

Romaguera has served as President of the Greater New Orleans Guild, the Professional Photographers of Louisiana, the Southwestern Photographers Association and the American Society of Photographers. Romaguera has been honored with the coveted National Service Award, the International Service Award, the American Society of Photographers Service Award and the Directors Award from PPA. Currently, Romaguera is a member of the Board of Directors of the Professional Photographers of America.

Romaguera has lectured throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Germany, Korea, China and Great Britain.
Romaguera was chosen to represent portrait photographers on the NBC Today Show in a series celebrating the 150 Years of Professional Photography.

"Making a good living with your eyes, heart and a camera!"

There is no better profession than that of a photographer. This program will help you understand the business of photography and cover the technical knowledge needed to make a good income while enjoying life.

Topics to be covered range from school photography to executive portraits; lighting and posing as well as marketing to today’s internet savvy client. Romaguera will also discuss some of the computer programs necessary for successful studio workflow.


The Romaguera Family owns and operates three successful studios in the Greater New Orleans area. Even with the wrath of Katrina the Romaguera family has had constant financial growth every year.