Get to know us...

My wife and I run this business, and our story in a bit unique. We are two ex-teachers. I worked with high school drop-outs for over 15 years, and as a result, picked up a camera for the first time to document the lives of my amazing students. Chela was a college professor turned pre-school teacher extraordinaire because she was committed to helping little ones reach their potential.

For the past 11 years, as we built TMRealpics, we came to realize that our unique backgrounds make us exceptional storytellers because we possess a blend of skills honed through years of educating and engaging students. We both mastered the art of communication, knowing how to capture attention and evoke emotions. With keen eyes for detail and an understanding of individual experiences, we translate people's stories vividly through pictures and video. Our visual storytelling not only showcases the beauty of diverse perspectives but also fosters empathy and understanding among viewers.

But because we both transitioned to this career, we also know how incredibly expensive and complicated the process can be to hire photographers. That is why we try to simplify pricing and why we take care of the folks who hire us to take their pictures--whether that be for a wedding, a family shoot or a headshot session.