Efrain Rodriguez, Jr. (JR) developed a passion for photography in high school while he photographed school activities and sports for the newspaper and yearbook. After graduating, he served in the United States Navy before returning to Texas to begin his professional career in the school portrait industry. In 1990, JR landed his dream job and met his future wife, Diann. They married in 1994 and raised two children who remain his greatest pride. More than three decades later, JR continues doing what he loves as a husband, father, and photographer. Guided by drive, patience, commitment, and honesty, he believes every portrait, child, school, and parent matters. Today, JR oversees a thriving territory and leads an award-winning team for Strawbridge Studios, Inc.