Denise Vasquez Photography
First impressions are everlasting, and so are the memories captured in a photograph!
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Denise Vasquez Photography captures the beauty of the world through her lens, reflecting a lifetime of experiences and adventures. At 55 years young, Denise embraces her age as a testament to her journey, using travel to inspire her artistry while exploring the outdoors. Whether she's on a photo experience, connecting with nature, or working on her ongoing project, her passion for photography shines through in every thing she creates. Join Denise as she shares her heART and vision, inviting you to see the world from her unique perspective.
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Hi I am Denise Vasquez!
As an award-winning, multi-published photographer, artist, editor, writer, actress, and author, I am the proud creator of PROMOTE Magazine, The Disabled Photographer Project, and the How Accessible Is Accessible Series. I was born and raised in New York City and began my journey in 1988, living in diverse places such as Scotland, London, the US Virgin Islands, California, and now Nevada. My travels have taken me to a variety of locations, including Liverpool, Wales, Ireland, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Anguilla, St. Maarten, Saba, St. Lucia, the British Virgin Islands, Spain, and France.
About My Ongoing Project: The Disabled Photography Project & How Accessible Is Accessible Series
Welcome to The Disabled Photographer Project & How Accessible Is Accessible series! Since 2017, I've been on a mission to shed light on the accessibility challenges faced by outdoorsy travelers with disabilities. Through engaging YouTube videos, insightful blogs, and vibrant social media content, I share my journey and discoveries.
For over seven years, I've dedicated myself to raising awareness and promoting communication around the importance of accessibility and inclusion in our beautiful outdoor spaces. I share experiences and highlight accessible locations across various platforms, including my website, blogs, social media, and articles. Join me in celebrating the healing, creativity and happiness that traveling can bring to every BODY!
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Visit my travel page to discover some of my favorite moments I photographed while on my adventures, and subscribe to my blog to read about my favorite experiences and what I've learned along the way. If you enjoy my work, and would like to support ongoing project, please consider making a donation by clicking HERE. Your contributions help me continue to share these beautiful experiences with you. Thank for your support!
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About Me:
Welcome to my creative journey! It all started at the age of four when my mother enrolled me in dance classes, sparking a passion for the arts that has only deepened over the years. During my early teens, I seized every chance to perform, whether it was singing, acting, or dancing. By my early 20s, I was flourishing, my talents on stages, runways, in music videos, and in feature films.
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I also immersed myself in the vibrant world of film and television, working both in front of the camera and behind the scenes. My journey took me from New York City to St. John in the US Virgin Islands, where I worked with casting directors and film companies like Film It VI and Grips. As a fluent Spanish speaker, I also served as a translator and took on roles such as production and casting assistant, talent scout, and key set PA, gaining invaluable hands-on experience along the way.
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With years of experience in improv, acting, playwriting, and comedy, I've had the privilege of learning from legends at esteemed institutions like The Puerto Rican Traveling Theatre and The Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute. My passion for performance has taken me across Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Arizona, and even overseas, where I've produced my own shows and shared my music and comedy. Join me as I continue explore the vibrant world of entertainment!
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I'm also an adventurer at heart, and lets face it, being in the entertainment business is an adventure of a lifetime! I've been traveling my entire life and I am always planning my next adventure.
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I've had the privilege of producing, promoting and hosting incredible talent in 6 of my “Ladies Night & Ladies In The Courtyard" Music Festivals in St. John, USVI, and various shows in Los Angeles, including Open Mic Nights and WO+MEN 4 A CAUSE & WO+MEN 4 APPLAUSE events. My passion for ensuring artists have stunning promotional photos led me to capture their performances, and soon, others sought my photography services as well. With years of experience in candid portrait photography, I continue to celebrate the artistry and spirit of performers through my lens.
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All of my accomplishments are the result of years of hard work, focus & determination. Below you can see some of my achievements:
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AWARDS: The Inspired Creator Grant Award for The Disabled Photographer Project & How Accessible Is Accessible Series, Worthy Works Award & Honoree featured in "The Direct Buzz Magazine"for outstanding work with WO+MEN 4 A CAUSE and the community, Five time Winner of the ASCAP PLU$ Performing Songwriters Award, Music Connection Magazine Hot 100 Unsigned Artist List for 6 Consecutive years, and Recognized by the Recording Academy in 5 Categories during the Grammy Nominations for “Frame Of Mind”(3rd Album).
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EXHIBITIONS/EVENTS: Market In The Alley (NV), Spring Art Daze ART-O-MOTIVE Gallery (Twentynine Palms, CA), First Friday (Las Vegas, NV), Denise Vasquez Photography Gallery & Gift Shop (Joshua Tree, CA), The Yucca Valley Film Festival Art Exhibit (Yucca Valley, CA), The Hi-Desert Community Darkroom (Yucca Valley, CA), In The Loop (Temecula, CA), The Southwest Environmental Center (Las Cruces, NM), Cleanwave.org, San Diego Fair Exhibition Of Photography (Del Mar, CA), Museum Of Ventura County Smith Pavillion (Ventura, CA), San Diego Comic Con International (San Diego, CA), Dragon Con (Atlanta, GA), Designer Con (LA, CA), La Bodega Art Gallery (San Diego, CA), Hold Up Art Gallery (LA, CA), Vinyl Thoughts 2 Art Show (Fort Worth, Texas), Pancakes And Booze (San Diego, CA), and more.
PANELS: The Parks Accessibility of Canada's National Parks (Panelist), Portland Art Museum: Claiming Connection: Cultivating A Relationship With Place as Disabled Artists (Panelist), Self Promotion for Artists at San Diego Comic Con (Moderator) Yucca Valley Film Festival (Artist, Panelist), Tricks Of The Trade at San Diego Comic Con & Stan Lee Comikaze Expo (Moderator), Jedi Con in Germany (Performer, Panelist), Sketch Card Mania at ComicPalooza & Chicagoland Entertainment Expo (Moderator), and The Art Of Self Promotion at Dragon Con (Panelist).
PUBLISHED internationally as a Photographer: PROMOTE Magazine, National Geographic Yourshot (Daily Dozen), Canon Photo Plus Magazine, Big bear guide, Canvas Rebel, SDVOYAGER, Examiner.com, QUADRO Magazine, SWANKY Magazine, 6X BLUSH Magazine, GMARO Magazine, Marika Magazine, Edith Magazine, Malvie French Magazine, Dreamy Magazine, on the covers of About Town Magazines, and much more! Click here to see some of my published work PUBLISHED.
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PUBLISHED internationally as a Writer: PROMOTE Magazine, Lonely Planet, "Sketch Card Mania" (Penguin Random House), LA Cultural Events Examiner.com, singer/songwriter/guitarist/publisher (ASCAP) with 3 albums featuring songs written, performed & co-produced by Denise Vasquez on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music & more.
PUBLISHED internationally as an Artist: Lucasfilm, Her Universe Hot Topic, Disney, Sideshow Collectibles R2Me2 Project, Topps, Art Hustle, DKE Toys, Sketch Card Mania, Comic-Con Episode IV A Fans Hope, The Walking Dead Sketch Cards, March Of Dimes Sketch Cards, Archie Sketch Cards, Breygent Marketing...
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PUBLISHED internationally as a Performer: actress, comedian, dancer (SAG-AFTRA) click here to see IMDb. singer/songwriter/guitarist/publisher (ASCAP) with 3 albums on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music
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CONTRIBUTOR: Adobestock, Alamy, istock by Getty Images, and Shutterstock.
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AFFILIATES: I engage in affiliate marketing whereby I receive funds through the sale of goods or services on or through this website. I may also accept advertising and sponsorships from commercial businesses or receive other forms of advertising compensation. Affiliate Links are listed here & can also be found in blogs:
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Lets work together! I am available to hire for photo sessions, destination experiences, consultations, conferences, panels, lessons, partnerships...whether it be as your photographer, mentor, speaker, consultant, content creator, writer, ambassador, or promoter!
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