Meet Myra Flores | Photographer

We had the good fortune of connecting with Myra Flores and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Myra, how has your perspective on work-life balance evolved over time?
The road to success is not smooth, and I knew early on that anything worth building and investing in would take time for me to see the fruits of my labor. Time management is something I have focused on to lessen the constraints in my life, both personally and professionally.

Early on, I knew that I would need to reinforce healthy habits to protect my time personally and as an entrepreneur in the photography industry. Those habits have created a space for me to learn new skills, plan, discover new places, leverage technology and avoid unnecessary distractions. My clients often ask me If I struggle with managing both aspects of my life, and my response is sincere in that “Photography is my escape to unleash the creative side in me to capture moments that become lasting memories.”

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?

Ever since I can remember, I have had a passion for photography. After High school, I was indecisive on what I wanted to do, and I knew for sure that I wanted to have a business. In my last semester in High School, I had to decide if I wanted to go to College for Cosmetology or Photography, so I decided to pursue Cosmetology. As years passed, I knew that I didn’t want to work in cosmetology, so I took photography courses. I started to work for a Financial Institution full time, and on my days off, I would go out and shoot. I felt like I had the best of both worlds, working in a professional field while working in my craft. I found out that photography was something I was passionate about, and I started investing more time learning about it. As years passed, people began reaching out for photoshoots, and just like that, something that was my hobby became my side hustle. I’ve been actively doing photography for the past five years.
As a lifestyle photographer, authenticity means everything. Capturing pictures that reflect people’s everyday lives and candid moments is most important. I love to tell their story through images. An area that I specialize in is Theme Photoshoots. I love that I bring clients ideas to life. I love seeing their faces when they walk into the set and see what they visualized set up just as they asked. I’m proud of the hard work and dedication I have put into my business, and I always give 100% in every photoshoot. One thing that sets me apart from others is that I’m an extremely personable individual with an artistic eye that will make your experience with Flores Photography memorable. Like my business slogan says, Flores Photography, “When moments become memories.”

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
Atlanta is pretty well known when it comes to cities in the USA to visit. Not only is it steeped in history, but it’s also heap of the best things to do in Atlanta dotted all across the city. From galleries, civil rights museums, and delicious spots to eat.

Activities: High Museum of Art, World of Coca Cola, Centennial Olympic Park, Piedmont Park, Atlanta Beltline, Chattahoochee River Trails, Fox Theatre, Ponce City Market, Illuminarium, Biplane Ride, Live Music at Candlelight, Fernbank Museum, Atlanta Botanical Gardens, Atlanta History Center, Atlanta United game at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, CNN Studio Tour, Segway Tour, Delta Flight Museum, Sky View Atlanta, Skyline Park, Woodruff Arts Center, Porche Experience Center Atlanta, and Kayak in the Chattahoochee River.

Food: Ponce City Market Food Tour, Polaris, Slutty Vegan, Food Terminal, Fox Bros BBQ, Atlanta Breakfast Club, Cultivate Food and Coffee, Six Feet Under Pub, Fillinies Pizza, Patria Cocina, Buteco, Colony Square, Hard Rock Cafe, Breakfast at Barneys, Cafe Intermezzo, Sugar Factory, Antojitos Taqueria, and the list goes on.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
First and foremost, I want to thank God for giving me the strength and courage to keep pursuing my dream. My faith has been the cornerstone of my success thus far and will continue to guide me in this journey. ” Where God guides, He provides.” Isaiah 58:11

There are so many people in my life that deserve recognition but Id like to give the shoutout to my husband Jonathan Flores. He has been the fuel that keeps me going. In times when I feel like giving up, he reminds me of my passion for photography. He has never told me NO, but always YES, never told me it was IMPOSSIBLE, but that it was POSSIBLE. He is always there for every crazy idea I have or when I need help building a new prop for a photoshoot. He is my biggest fan and is the power behind my success not only in my business but in life. I know he will read this article, so here is a quick message for him.

My love, I don’t know how I can ever thank you for being such a caring and understanding husband. Thank you for always pushing me and always believing in me when I tend to doubt. I’m so blessed to call you my husband! I Love you Jonathan!

Website: myraflores.smugmug.com

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Email: Myrafloresphotography@gmail.com