Hi, I’m Lilianna Story, a professional photographer with 20 years of experience across portrait, commercial, fine art, travel, food and event photography. I’m formally trained and inspired by my father, a photographer who captured presidents and celebrities. I am passionate about capturing life through the lens in a creative and authentic way. My work spans galleries and editorial projects, and I collaborate with clients, editors, stylists, and graphic teams to tell colorful, meaningful stories across cultures and places—from San Antonio to Italy, Morocco, and beyond. I’m committed to lifelong learning and delivering imagery that resonates with viewers.

Lilianna Toledo Story

Hi, I’m Lilianna Story, a professional photographer with 20 years of experience across portrait, commercial, fine art, travel, food and event photography. I’m formally trained and inspired by my father, a photographer who captured presidents and celebrities. I am passionate about capturing life through the lens in a creative and authentic way. My work spans galleries and editorial projects, and I collaborate with clients, editors, stylists, and graphic teams to tell colorful, meaningful stories across cultures and places—from San Antonio to Italy, Morocco, and beyond. I’m committed to lifelong learning and delivering imagery that resonates with viewers.

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Hi, I’m Lilianna Story, a professional photographer with 20 years of experience across portrait, commercial, fine art, travel, food and event photography. I’m formally trained and inspired by my father, a photographer who captured presidents and celebrities. I am passionate about capturing life through the lens in a creative and authentic way.

My work spans galleries and editorial projects, and I collaborate with clients, editors, stylists, and graphic teams to tell colorful, meaningful stories across cultures and places—from San Antonio to Italy, Morocco, and beyond. I’m committed to lifelong learning and delivering imagery that resonates with viewers.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Photographer / Creative Director at The Scout Guide Magazine - San Antonio
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2024
Serving as exclusive photographer for both magazines, covering over 9 cities. Responsible for providing creative direction and implementing photography plans for publication. Collaborating with clients, editors, assistants, stylists and graphic team.
Photographer at The Scout Guide Magazine - The Hill Country
January 1, 2014 - Present
Exclusive photographer for the Hill Country edition, producing editorial imagery and collaborating with local clients and editors.
Marketing Specialist at Southwest Airlines Company
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 2001
Brainstormed, developed, organized and implemented marketing plans and campaigns. Traveled across the United States, collaborating with various teams. Assisted in outbound and inbound marketing activities across departments such as Public Relations, Advertising, Sales, Promotions, Strategic Planning, and Legislative Awareness.
Business Development Specialist at The Women’s Center at Hermann Hospital
January 1, 1992 - December 31, 1995
Collaborated to develop and implement boutique healthcare center for women; formed relationships with a network of prominent business leaders to organize effective marketing plans and raise funds for women’s healthcare programs.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts – English Communications at University of Texas - San Antonio, Texas
January 11, 2030 - April 16, 2026
English Honors Program at University of Texas - San Antonio, Texas
January 11, 2030 - April 16, 2026
English Honors Program Studies at University of Houston - Houston, Texas
January 11, 2030 - April 16, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts – English at University of Texas - San Antonio
January 11, 2030 - April 16, 2026
English Honors Program at University of Houston - English Honors Program
January 11, 2030 - April 16, 2026

Qualifications

Professional Photographers of America
January 11, 2030 - April 16, 2026
National Association of Photoshop Professionals
January 11, 2030 - April 16, 2026
Canon Professionals Imaging USA
January 11, 2030 - April 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Education