Efren Beltran Photography

TED App for Iphone

2009-11-20T00:39:00.001-08:00

My new favorite app for my iphone.

About a year ago I had a conversation with a friend about a website that he stumbled upon. The website featured archived talks of past and present speakers from a variety of disciplines sharing their stories to the masses. Although I found this conversation interesting I placed his recommendations in the back of my head and didn't think twice about the website until the weeks following my car accident. After my car accident I had surgery which prevented me from bending my knee for about six weeks and found myself picking up new hobbies to kill time. I decided to visit the site my friend recommended and have bee hooked on it since then. TED which stands for ( Technology Entertainment and Design) is a conference that is held each year where the brightest minds in science, music, art, and a variety of other disciplines are given 15 minutes to share their stories. I feel revamped and focused each time I listen to a new talk.

here are a few of my favorite speeches I've grown to love.

TED
www.ted.com

iphone app can be found at
http://venuem.com

The End of Poverty Screening

2009-11-19T16:42:00.000-08:00

last night I headed to a screening of the documentary film "The End of Poverty", at Laemmle's Sunset 5 in Hollywood. I've heard much about the film and seeing as there was a panel discussion after wards I thought it would be a good experience. The panel discussion was led by director Philippe Diaz, founder of Office of the Americas, Blase Bonpane, and philanthropist Aris Anagnos. The film, narrated by Martin Sheen documents the current struggles faced by third world countries, that must either repay off large loans to overseas investors and The International Monetary Fund, and battle with global economic markets which almost paralyze the growth and development of these nations. I found the documentary both moving and eye opening. Consider that 20% of the planet's population uses 80% of its resources and consumes 30% more than the planet can regenerate. At this rate, to maintain our lifestyle means more and more people will sink below the poverty line.

For further information please visit

The Office of the Americas
www.officeoftheamericas.org

The End of Poverty
www.theendofpoverty.com

The End Of Poverty? from Philippe Diaz on Vimeo.

The End of Poverty? - Philippe Diaz interview | Movies & TV | SPIKE.com

Will McFarlane Interview Posted on Photoshop Insider

2009-11-18T15:07:00.000-08:00

I came across this after going through Scott Kelby's blog Photoshop Insider today. I'm an avid follower of both Scott Kelby's blog and David Hobby's blog strobist.com, so when I came across this it really made me think about my photography as a whole. I felt pretty drawn to this interview that was conducted by photographer Bruce DeBoer of Will McFarlane. It's a real inspiration no matter what your craft is. I highly recommend visiting the original post to read the full interview of this article. Click on the the link for the full article posted on Photoshop Insider

Talking with Guitarist Songwriter Will McFarlane - Part 1 from PermissionToSuck.com on Vimeo.

Talking with Guitarist Songwriter Will McFarlane - Part 2 from PermissionToSuck.com on Vimeo.

Live OC Magazine November Issue

2009-11-17T03:19:00.000-08:00

Last Month I was Fortunate enough to be contacted by Live OC Magazine to do a 4 page lifestyle editorial for their November Issue. We started off at Cafe Mimosa and finished the photo shoot at The Cellar in San Clemente. We were lucky enough to enjoy some live entertainment from Jason Saudoh the Evening Piano Player that night. The Magazine is out now and is being distributed in the OC and Longbeach areas

Detour at Cabazon

2009-11-17T03:01:00.000-08:00

This Halloween I had the pleasure of second shooting for Kristi Klemens of KLK Photography in Palm Springs. I arrived there on Friday well rested and Photographed an amazing couple with Kristi the next day at The Parker. I will be posting those amazing images soon.. But on my way back home from a relaxing weekend out in Palm Springs I had an urge to stop at one of the tourist traps in Cabazon, the Dinosaur Exhibit that was built there since I was a child watching "Pee Wee Hermans Big adventure". Its always been a favorite spot to stop and walk around, and since I happened to have my camera with me and I camouflaged in with the rest of the tourists taking photos, I snapped a few shots for personal enjoyment.

Keinejad Jeans Campaign

2009-10-27T23:32:00.000-07:00

I had the pleasure of working with Designer Diana Keinejad last weekend on a jeans Campaign for her new line. More images to come

Shane and Janet Hyatt Regency

2009-10-14T20:20:00.000-07:00

A few weeks ago I headed out With my Good Friend Anthony From Studio 1921 To Second Shoot for him at the Hyatt Regency in Huntington Beach. I met Shane first and shot a few images of him in the lobby of the hotel before we headed out to the Hyatts beautiful garden to begin the Ceremony. The Ceremony was earlier in the day but still made for a beautiful location and for Beautiful deep blue skies. Here a re a few images for the day

Santa Monica Beach

2009-10-01T06:15:00.001-07:00

A few weeks ago I headed out to Santa Monica with a Friend. I thought it would be a good opportunity to take my camera and see what I captured. It wasn't the best of days but I thought the clouds added a sort of mood to the scene that I had to share. Those days when your able to head out and shoot for yourself tend to be the greatest learning experiences. Here are a few of the images from my day at the beach.

The Martianz

2009-09-23T23:32:00.000-07:00

Lat Weekend I headed out to Hollywood to do a quick photo shoot for The Martianz. Although We did not shoot this on Mars we did head out to a trendy Condo in the Hollywood Area. Vj Michael Benz and Tristan Starchild Make up this Futuristic Elector, HipHop Group.

Last Minute Photoshoot and Fashion show

2009-09-14T01:23:00.000-07:00

Last Thursday I headed out to The Barnsdall Gallery Theatre in Los Angeles for, 'NIGHT OF COOL' a fashion Show and charity event event fundraiser for the Hollywood Sunset Free Clinic. Once there I was able to set up a quick Photoshoot During sunset for Eco Friendly Designers Kristin Don and Jesara Albritton. I took advantage of the beautiful California sunset sky by setting it up as a backdrop for the models to use. Here are a few of the images from the shoot

During the Fashion Show I set up my Portable Flash To add some Back light to the models heading up towards to audience

Here are a few test shots of fellow photographer in attendance gzone

here is a before picture without the use of the back light

Fernando and Marlene

2009-05-17T03:34:00.000-07:00

I was lucky enough to head out to Downtown LA to shoot my good friends wedding. We started the day out by heading to Union Station and then headed off to the Disney Music Hall for some time alone with the couple. My Good friend Miguel Pola Second shot for me throught out the day

We Feel Fine

2009-04-28T02:16:00.000-07:00

I a few weeks ago I came across an interesting concept after watching a Lecture from the TED Conference. The concept dealt with recording a partial glimpse into the lives and experiences of people on the web. Web Designer, Jonathon Harris developed a software that randomly searches the web and scans the worlds blog entries with the words"I feel; I am feeling" and collects the feeling the individual felt at the time of the post. I thought this idea was quite interesting to be able hear the thoughts and expressions of so many people in a global scale. It almost puts the human touch back into the world wide web. I would suggest checking out the website and seeing what others around the world are feeling today.

http://www.wefeelfine.org/

Jah-Free Preview

2009-04-27T16:10:00.000-07:00

New Website Up!!!

2008-12-29T16:28:00.001-08:00

Stop by and check out the new design

Montecito Trash the Dress Shoot

2008-12-20T16:27:00.000-08:00

I headed out last Sunday to Santa Barbara with fellow photographer Candice Cunningham to shoot a Trash the Dress Session in the hills of Montectio. Fires had recently hit the area leaving nothing but chard homes and vegetation where there once stood a peaceful neighborhood. Candice, a local to the area, spotted a location after driving through the burnt hillside. After getting permission from the property owner we located a spot a began the session. The burnt hillside and chard trees created a surreal environment. I have to thank our models Dvil Monroe and Christophger Franklin for their patience in dealing with the freezing weather and cold wind that we had to deal with during the shoot. Thanks aalso to Lauren Favorule for doing an amaizing job on the make up.

Here are a few of the images from the shoot

New Website Launching Soon!!!!

2008-12-19T00:55:00.001-08:00

New Website Launching Soon!!!!
New Look Same Style

Fashion Shoot for Industry Mixer

2008-10-16T17:42:00.000-07:00

I had the opportunity to Photograph Bravos Flipping Out "Jenni Pulos" and a few Janice Dickinson Models For a charity event and Fashion Mixer taking Place at the Obar in West Hollywood. The Fashion Mixer has two major goals to help bring together people in the Fashion Industry and to raise money for a few Foundations at the same time. All proceeds raised at this event will be donated to "Reality Cares", "Smiles for Life", & "Leap". Here a re a few of the images

For complete Web Gallery Click Here

Guadalajara Guadalajara Guadalajara !!!!!

2008-10-03T03:34:00.000-07:00

I recently took a trip to Guadalajara Mexico with a few friends, We stayed there for the weekend the highlight of our trip was on our way to Tequila Mexico where we were able to tour the Jose Cuervo Factory . On our way to Tequila we made a quick pit stop charreada also known as a rodeo. The trip was filled with great memories here are a few of the images

William Ly Designs

2008-08-27T15:03:00.000-07:00

For Web Gallery Click Here

Pow Wow- Autrey Museum

2008-07-31T04:29:00.000-07:00

I had some time available last Sunday so I headed out to the Autry Museum located next to the Los Angeles Zoo. Despite the slight fire that took Place at the hills behind the zoo the Pow Wow went on as planned. Here are a few photos more will be up soon

Blive Couture

2008-07-31T03:14:00.001-07:00

Photoshoot with Roxy

2008-07-23T05:32:00.000-07:00

Last Tuesday I headed out to the beach with my good friend Roxy. I had set up a small shoot for her to update her portfolio. I had recently purchased a Hensel portable flash unit and I must say I was extremely pleased with the results. Here are a few of the images

Norma & Gio

2008-07-09T17:52:00.000-07:00

A few weeks ago I headed out with my good friends Jack Antonio of Studio 1921 and Aldo of Aldo Barragan photography to Second shoot for Norma & Giovanni's Wedding at the Mission Inn in Riverside. We met Norma & Gio at their suite in the Mission Inn and began the Portrait session there. The Mission is a wonder ful place to hold an event with its unique and Historical Architecture it makes for a great place to photograph anyone.
Here are a few of the photos form the day

Elizabeth & Greg

2008-07-06T23:50:00.000-07:00

A few weeks ago I headed out with my good friends Jack Antonio of Studio 1921 and Elvia of Elvia's Eye Photography to the San Gabriel Mission. I had the opportunity to second shoot at Elizabeth & Greg's wedding. It was a beautiful day and both Liz and Greg had a great time exploring the grounds of the mission as we photographed them. After the Photo Session we headed out to Luminarias in Los Angeles for the reception. Here are a few images from the event

Diane's Beachwear-Fashion Show

2008-06-19T01:54:00.001-07:00

I had fun the other week at Club Ritual for the Fashion show headlining Diane's Beachwear. Our friendly neighborhood VJ Michael Benz Hosted the event and kept the crowd going way into to night for the club afterwards. Actress Jillian Murray and our favorite Hollywood Publicist Becky Poliakoff made a special appearance for the event. Here are a few of the images

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Denise- Quincenera

2008-06-17T23:55:00.000-07:00

A few Weeks ago I had the pleasure of shooting an event for Roman And Yvette Galvan From Galvan Photography. Both of which are good friends and awesome photographers. The event was for a Quincenera in Ontario. I showed up to Denise's house were I photographed her before we headed out to a close by museum to shoot some formals. Did I mention that Denise's house had air conditioning Boy was it hot that day. Denise was great to work with we all had a great time. Here are a few of the images Enjoy.

"ALL for ONE and ONE for ALL" FASHION SHOW

2008-06-04T16:18:00.000-07:00

Last Wednsday I had the opportunity to Attend a fashion show at Club Eleven. The event was a benefit for "ONE" that raises public awareness about the issues of global poverty, hunger, disease and efforts to fight such problems in the world's poorest countries. Promoter Jovy Janolo and DIVA organized the fashion show. The event was hosted by Nathan Lee Graham . Headlining the show Designer Tarla Makaeff showed off her current shoe collection soon to be followed by the launch of her self-titled line, Tarla Couture. Guests included Dj-shy from kiis fm, comedian Jill- Michelle Melean, singer song writer Amanda Abizald, and actress Christine Solomon, and model Eleni Tzimas

Here are a few images from the event Click Here

Houdini Mansion- Memorial Day weekend

2008-05-28T19:44:00.000-07:00

Another great event was held this Monday at the Houdini Mansion to end a great Memorial Day day weekend. Our friendly neighborhood VJ Michael Benz hosted the event.

Here are few of the images
Enjoy Click Here

Li Cari -UCE Issue Release Party

2008-05-24T16:36:00.000-07:00

Here are a few images from the UCE magazine Asia issue release party. Jazmin Whitley, Monet Monico and our friendly Hollywood VJ Michael Benz appeared to kick start the party Here are a few of the images from the event

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LI Cari Fashion Show-Cabana Club

2008-05-21T01:00:00.000-07:00

Here are a few images from the red carpet at the Li Cari Fashion Show. Monet Monico started off the show with a live performance from her new album. Designer Jazmin Whitley presented her new line to a group of eager spectators.

Here is a few of the red carpet images Click here

Getty Center

2008-05-20T00:39:00.001-07:00

I had a blast last weekend on a trip to the getty center with a few friends. We spent a few hours there and got to check out the lovely architecture and fine art the museum had to offer. As a fine art Photographer I used this time to photograph a few areas of the museum
Enjoy!!

Fabiola & Mike Ramos

2008-04-22T16:12:00.003-07:00

Make-Up ~ Christina Cossio ~ 909.936.4454
Had a great time Photographing Fabiola & Mike, The Wedding was held at the Renaissance Esmeralda in Palm Dessert. My good friends Miguel Pola & Aldo Shot with me at the wedding. Christina Cossio did an awesome job with Makeup at the wedding.

Wedding Photojournalism, Creative Photography

LI Cari Fashion Show-Club &740

2008-04-04T16:01:00.000-07:00

last week I headed out to club 740 for the Li Cari Fashion Show. Designer Jazmin Whitley unveiled her latest lineup to a distinct guest list that attended the event. The turnout was great and I was able to get a lot of great photos . Her are a few of the models from the show

Fashion photography, Creative photography

Gaby & Gil Collins

2008-03-22T16:12:00.000-07:00

I had a fabulous time with Gaby and Gil at the Los Angeles River Center And Gardens. We had a slight scare of rain that day but managed to get an overcast instead. We had a lot of fun that day . My good frinds Aldo & Miguel shot with me at the wedding.

Photojournalistic, Creative Photography,

Photshoot for citylocs

2008-01-28T01:01:00.000-08:00

I Had the opportunity to shoot a product campaign for citylocs eyeware, a custom engraving service that specializes in sunglasss. Our Makeup Artist Diane Rangel did a great job with the model Diana.

Fashion Photography, Headshots

Vanessa & Anthony Di Giacomo

2008-01-14T16:04:00.000-08:00

I recently had the opportunity to second shoot for my good friend and mentor Jack Antonio. We were a little scared since there was a chance of rain that day but managed to get through the formals without a drop in sight. We headed out to Pasadena City Hall for the formal photos where Anthony could be seen joking around with a few of his groomsmen

Jennifer & Travis Bobbit

2007-07-20T07:43:00.000-07:00

I had the pleasure of second shooting for Jack Antonio at Jennifer and Travis's wedding. The wedding was held at Robinson's Ranch in Santa Clarita. It was a beautiful location but the heat was intense. The ceremony was held outdoors overlooking the golf-course. Here are a few images from the event

Roxanna Medina

2007-04-18T20:06:00.000-07:00

I had a great time today photographing Roxy in the city of Covina . We started off the session with some head shots and worked our way to some portraits by the end of the day. Roxy has had the opportunity to participate in such films such as the newly released Zohan with Adam Sandler, and a few hollywood plays such as "Broadway Sex lies & Murder" . She was a lot of fun to work with. Here are a few of the images from the shoot.