Benny Villarreal Photography

I’m happy to share a little collaboration with SFGate. Their story, my photos...Thankful for the opportunity and hoping it will lead to more in the future

December Vibes in Santa Cruz

Sunrise at Communications Hill

Mommy & Son moments

Ok this has me excited because it’s been so long since going to the movies! Several stories above the city's streets, 3Below Theaters & Lounge at Second St. and San Carlos St. is offering a new rooftop moviegoing experience. https://3belowtheaters.com/up-on-the-roof-intro/

I don’t often post on this page just to answer questions, but I feel that I should since I get asked similar questions. The questions that I often get are related to the types of photoshoots that I do. I do all types of photoshoots such as family, graduation, maternity, birthdays, weddings, events, etc. If there anything on my page that’s not shown, please do not hesitate to ask because there is a lot of work that I do for that I cannot show due to privacy issues. I am alwa...ys happy to try new things and create something based off of YOUR vision. If I feel it is not in my creative wheelhouse I will DEFINITELY let you know. Thank you to all who are interested in my work and my creativity, I am always appreciative and humbled by anyone who wants to work with me.

Just when we were enjoying clear skies, the smoke has reappeared. But, the journey don’t stop! TGIF

At times it can be tough to reach these amazing views but, in my opinion it’s worth the reward. The Bay Area has endless trails and so much to offer if you are willing to put in a little work. Definitely a great way to get the blood and oxygen flowing! Oh and how is this for Social Distancing?

Last nights sunset over The Winchester Mystery House. By the way, they just reopened in time for the Halloween season

Inner Sunset District

I gotta say these photos were difficult to take and this post comes with a lot of heartache and emotion. With that being said, I feel it is important to show these images and I’ll explain why. Year after year we see fires rage in California and although we may suffer from the effects of the smoke, we can never really know what the people that live in these areas go through after the fire is gone. Matter of fact, many of us go back to our regular lives once the smoke is gone. ...But what about the people who lost everything? I decided to drive to Boulder Creek to see the effects of the fire first hand. I was only able to drive to the outer areas of the destruction due to Cal Fire, PG&E, and others working tirelessly to clean up the debree. But honestly, what I saw was enough to understand what lies beyond the border. More Ash, more destruction, more loss for the community of Boulder Creek, Big Basin, and more. White ash fills the ground, countless cars melted where they were parked, remains of homes that once stood y’all are no longer visible, and the only noticeable home items are those that were made of metal or ceramic. If you can imagine a loss like this and if you have compassion for our local communities then please find a way to help or to donate. I hope these photos can provide a little bit of insight as to what our neighbors are having to deal with. My heart and prayers go out to all who have been affected by the fires. Thank you to all Fire Fighters, Police, PG&E, and all responders. See more

The Los Gatos Creek Trail

Views of Downtown San Jose

Morning Caltrain, Northbound from SSJ

We got a sunset tonight!! After a month of smokey skies this felt so good for the soul!

The Adobe Building.

NAACP and ACLU File Lawsuit to Block Palo Alto’s Residents-only Ordinance at Foothills Park. For more info: www.caparksforall.org