Portraits
Portrait Photography in McAllen & the Rio Grande Valley
Portraits of people where they work and live: executives, business owners, physicians, firefighters, ranchers and community leaders.
I’m Abel V. Riojas, a commercial and editorial photographer based in Mission, Texas. I started in video in 1993, spent years in broadcast news, and have photographed people full-time since 2011. That background shows up in how I work: I watch, I listen, and I look for the photograph that actually says something about you.
Some portraits happen in your office or on your property. Others happen in studio with simple, controlled light. Either way, I’ll help with posture, expression and the small things that make a photograph work. Sessions are in English or Spanish.
Who it’s for
Leaders and executives
Portraits for leadership pages, annual reports, press and speaking engagements.
Business owners and professionals
Physicians, attorneys, realtors and founders who want photographs that feel like them, not a template.
Editorial and community stories
Firefighters, ranchers, artists and the people behind local organizations, photographed where their work happens.
How a session works
1. A short conversation
We talk about where the portrait will be used, what to wear and where to photograph.
2. The session
I bring lighting and backgrounds when we need them and guide you through it. You can see the photographs as we go.
3. Your photographs
You choose your favorites and I deliver finished, retouched images ready for web and print.
Kind words
“Abel is simply amazing and a true professional. He made me feel at ease and like a rock star. My headshots look amazing. (This coming from someone that doesn’t like his photos taken!!)”
Joe Louis Sanchez · Google review
Questions
How much does a portrait session cost?
Headshot sessions start at $275 per person. Environmental and editorial portrait sessions are quoted based on location, time and how the images will be used. See Pricing & Booking or get in touch for a quote.
Where do portrait sessions take place?
On location anywhere in McAllen, Mission, Edinburg, Pharr, Weslaco, Harlingen, Brownsville and the rest of the Rio Grande Valley, or by appointment in Mission. Travel throughout Texas is available.
What’s the difference between a portrait and a headshot?
A headshot is a clean, consistent head-and-shoulders photograph. A portrait shows more of who you are and where you work. Many clients book both in one session. See Professional Headshots.
Do you photograph in Spanish?
Yes. Sessions can be in English or Spanish.
Ready for a portrait that feels like you?
Get in touchPricing & booking