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Cruz Portrait Design Award Winning Family Portraits will grace your walls touch your heart -. Internationally awarded photographer creating fine art featuring your family that you will enjoy for generations. At Cruz Portrait Design we believe that families matter. Life is short your family's story passes quickly. Children grow up. Your parents grow old. You blink and they are gone. Our goal is to help you see and remember the blessings and the beauty. Recall the joy, the laughter, the charm, the love and the grace.
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We have three distinct portrait styles. This allows you to personalize your timeless portrait to reflect what is unique about your family. Choose either Our Fine Art Style, The Contemporary Color Style or The Environmental Style. Creating artful portraits don't just happen. It takes thoughtful planning to determine how best to portray your family.
We used Manny for our engagement and wedding in 2007 and the story that the portraits captured still jumps off the canvas today. In fact the slide show that he set to music of all of our photos has become our annual tradition to watch on our anniversary. We later also had portraits done with our daughter in 2009 and my husband had his professional portraits done as well. Every session we have had with Manny has produced memories that we cherish and still enjoy on our walls. What a great photographer!
Creating a timeless portrait is not something that just happens. Just like anything worth doing well, a vision and planning to support that vision are key essentials to an amazing portrait experience. Below are some illustrated articles on everything from when to create your portrait, how to dress for your portrait and beautiful ways to display those timeless images.
Join us at this photography workshop for a once in a lifetime experience. Like a favorite song that transports us back to a memorable time or place in our lives. I find myself staring into my images and remembering everything about the time, place, feeling, and the majesty of these breathtaking locations.
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Christina Adkins
Jan 27, 2022
Manny Cruz is an incredible photographer! I can not recommend him enough for so many different reasons. He was so patient with our family when we entrusted him with newborn photos first for our son and then again for our daughter. When I met with him to chose the photographs for our memories he was even more patient with me as we went through all the photos. Narrowing down the photographs was so difficult both times because there were so many amazing photos from which to chose. If you are considering Manny Cruz as your photographer to capture family memories, you will not be disappointed.
C. T.
Sep 19, 2021
Manny was fantastic to work with. My husband and I scheduled a family portrait, on the beach, as part of our 50th wedding anniversary trip. He was the ultimate professional when working with our family of 17, including a special needs grandson. He made everyone feel comfortable. Unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate with our first scheduled sitting.

After waiting 2 hours for the weather to clear, he came back a second time and got the shots we were looking for. They turned out to be a true work of art. Every time I look at the portrait, I recall all of the wonderful memories we made as a family celebrating our 50 years of marriage. Thank you Manny for making this visual memory possible. We rate Manny 5 plus stars. Claire T.
Gregg Warmbier
Jan 24, 2020
I have been blessed to know Manny for several years and have referred people to him with total confidence. The results of his photography, Headshots and family portraits have always been amazing. He did my professional headshot and use it for everything. When he did the portrait for my daughter and her dog, it truly hit home how his professionalism, and his attention to detail are extraordinary. By far the best photographer I have ever met. Highly Highly Recommend!
Joy Hamm
Dec 01, 2019
Manny was great to work with! He is so professional but still makes the process fun. We loved our final selections from our family shoot. They captured great memories. He also did my professional head shots which were amazing as well. I highly recommend him - you won't regret it.
Bo Mortensen
May 09, 2019
Cruz Portrait's are simply the best. Booking process is a breeze and hassle free. I was nervous and anxious as I don't like to be photographed. But the whole process turned out to be a pleasure. Manny is the photographer did an amazing job making me relax and comfortable in front of the camera! I felt like a good friend of mine was taking my pictures. The end product exceeded my expectations! Can't wait to be back for new projects!
Dr. Lucas Wilson
May 06, 2019
Cruz portrait design was not only a wonderful experience, but helped make a timeless tangible memory for decades to come. My wife and I could not be happier with what he created. His professionalism and experience are comparable to none. I would not go to anyone else to capture these priceless moments. When you use Cruz portrait design you are in for some of the most beautifully captured portraits of your life.
Tina Maguire
Apr 25, 2019
Manny was amazing when doing our Family Christmas Portrait. It was a very large group and it was indoor too. We love it! Thanks Manny
Kirstin Minor
May 16, 2017
We used Manny for our engagement and wedding in 2007 and the story that the portraits captured still jumps off the canvas today. In fact the slide show that he set to music our all of our photos has become our annual tradition to watch on our anniversary. We later also had portraits done with our daughter in 2009 and my husband had his professional portraits done as well. Every session we have had with Manny has produced memories that we cherish and still enjoy on our walls. I highly recommend Manny to capture and tell your story
Brian O'Neill
Mar 16, 2015
My wife worked with Manny Cruz for some head shots this month and aside from getting some really awesome photos from him, my wife felt he was professional, focused and overall really easy to work with. This was probably the most important thing. He made my wife feel comfortable and relaxed and I think it showed in her pictures. Manny is a very seasoned photographer and I can tell he is very passionate about what he does. He made my wife experience so enjoyable and I won't hesitate to call him for our next set of photos!
Cindy Strickland
Nov 01, 2014
Manny Cruz has proven himself as a quality photographer who is able to meet all of our photography needs. These days, there are so many photographers who are new and don't really know how to create a portrait in any situation. a portrait of my child is way too important for a photographer to "learn" during my session. It is nice to know I can trust Manny and know he will always deliver.
Ryan S.
Jan 24, 2014
It was a completely enjoyable ( and pain free) experience getting my professional portraits done by Manny at Cruz Portrait Design. Not only does Manny put your at ease during the process, he goes about his work at an efficient pace. It was like I blinked and he was finished. Then I was able to view the work on a high definition screen and witness the impressive, artistic work he had performed.

In no time at all, Manny had assisted me in choosing the two perfect pictures of the shoot, and I left knowing what wonderful pictures awaited me after a few touch-ups. There is a reason that Manny has been in business for well over 20 years. He is a undeviating professional with a true artistic eye. I highly recommend him for any or all of your photography needs.
Pam Courtney
Oct 29, 2012
Ive been working with Manny for several years. The portraits and wedding photos have always been creative and have reflected the true essence of my family. Having a portrait created can sometimes be a stressful event but with Cruz Portrait we had a blast and got great photos. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a photography studio.