About
Vicente Rodriguez is a photographer based artist located in Southern California. He currently has his B.A. in photography with a minor in marketing at the University of La Verne. At an early age Rodriguez has been in love with music and fashion which has been key inspirations for what he wants to be able to capture through his lens. Rodriguez’s style has evolved from not only being able to understand the camera but also understanding people and himself in a way to capture emotions. Rodriguez mainly uses a digital camera to capture most of his work but has experience in using film to also capture work. Rodriguez’s style is often vibrant in showcasing music, portraits and fashion work with themes of showcasing emotions.
Education
2026
BA in Photography with a Minor in Marketing, University of La Verne, CA
2022
High School Diploma, The School of Arts and Enterprise, Pomona, CA
Teaching and Related Experiences
2026
Photography Student Assistant, University of La Verne, CA
Photographer, Campus Times, University of La Verne, CA
2025
Band Photographer, Paleshifter, Upland, CA
Photo Editor, Campus Times, University of La Verne, CA
Photography Student Assistant, University of La Verne, CA
2024
Photography Student Assistant, University of La Verne, CA
Photographer, Campus Times, University of La Verne, CA
Awards & Residencies
2025
La Verne Grant
Federal Pell Grant
Leo Scholarship
Owen & Opal Lewis Scholarship
Cal Grant A
Little Family Scholarship
First Place Newspaper Feature Photograph, Department of Communications, University of La Verne, CA
Second Place Fine Arts Photograph, Department of Communications, University of La Verne, CA
2024
La Verne Grant
Federal Pell Grant
Leo Scholarship
Jens & Alberta Hutchens Scholarship
Cal Grant A
2023
La Verne Grant
Federal Pell Grant
Leo Scholarship
Cal Grant A
2022
La Verne Grant
Federal Pell Grant
Leo Scholarship
Cal Grant A
Group Exhibitions
2026
Nine Reflections, Irene Carlson Gallery, University of La Verne
2025
Alike in Our Differences, Ground Floor Gallery, University of La Verne
2022
A Graduate Celebration of Art, The Progress Gallery, Pomona, CA
Publication Inclusions
2026
Campus Times
It’s ‘Always a Pleasure’ to rock out with Paleshifter
https://lvcampustimes.org/2026/03/its-always-a-pleasure-to-rock-out-with-paleshifter/
The Haven raises money for human trafficking
https://lvcampustimes.org/2026/03/the-haven-raises-money-for-human-trafficking/
DIY music lights up The Haven
https://lvcampustimes.org/2026/03/diy-music-lights-up-the-haven/
Music department brings Irish spirit
https://lvcampustimes.org/2026/03/music-department-brings-irish-spirit/
The Haven brings the noise on Valentine’s Day
https://lvcampustimes.org/2026/02/the-haven-brings-the-noise-on-valentines-day/
Music department brings Irish spirit
https://lvcampustimes.org/2026/03/music-department-brings-irish-spirit/
DIY music lights up The Haven
https://lvcampustimes.org/2026/03/diy-music-lights-up-the-haven/
2025
Campus Times
Paleshifter rocks downtown Pomona at the dba256 on November 26th.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/12/paleshifter-rocks-downtown-pomona/
Midwest emo and DIY bands shred at The Haven on September 4th in Pomona, CA. https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/09/midwest-emo-and-diy-bands-shred-at-the-haven/
Bands rock out in Pomona hotspot on September 9th.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/09/bands-rock-out-in-pomona-hotspot/
Students and faculty say goodbye to beloved university chaplin on August 28th in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/09/students-and-faculty-say-goodbye-to-beloved-university-chaplin/
dba256 bar and gallery in Pomona hosts live music on August 22nd.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/08/dba256-bar-and-gallery-in-pomona-hosts-live-music/
Final concert highlights rhythm in La Verne on May 18th.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/05/final-concert-highlights-rhythm/
Lavernapalooza turns sweet after last minute replacement on May 8th in Pomona, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/05/lavernapalooza-turns-sweet-after-last-minute-replacement/
Into the woods junior embraces fairy tales on May 11th in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/05/into-the-woods-junior-embraces-fairy-tales/
Orchestra brings Claremont colleges together on May 4th.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/05/orchestra-brings-claremont-colleges-together/
Film producer speaks on faith on April 17th in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/04/film-producer-speaks-on-faith/
Annual Passover Seder brings remembrance on April 16th in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/04/annual-passover-seder-brings-remembrance/
Organ concert features instrument with rich history on March 30th in Claremont, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/04/organ-concert-features-instrument-with-rich-history/
Last lecture covers mentorship and growth on March 25th in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/03/last-lecture-covers-mentorship-and-growth/
Students experience ramadan on March 13th in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/03/students-experience-ramadan/
Michael Ryan shamrocks Morgan Auditorium on March 9th in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/03/michael-ryan-shamrocks-morgan-auditorium/
Art walk exhibits feature bright colors, mixed media on March 1st in Claremont, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/03/art-walk-exhibits-feature-bright-colors-mixed-media/
Theater showcase raises funds for music department on February 22nd in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/02/theater-showcase-raises-funds-for-music-department/
Concert highlights importance of hope in tough times on February 16th in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/02/concert-highlights-importance-of-hope-in-tough-times/
Velo highlights unique color schemes on February 10th in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2025/02/velo-highlights-unique-color-schemes/
La Verne Magazine
Offering a hopeful, helping hand at Shepard’s Pantry in Glendora, CA.
https://lavernemagazine.org/2025/07/offering-a-hopeful-helping-hand/
A century of campfire stories at Camp La Verne in Angelus Oaks, CA.
https://lavernemagazine.org/2025/05/a-century-of-campfire-stories/
2024
Campus Times
Holiday pop up features local artists on November 24th in San Dimas, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2024/12/holiday-pop-up-features-local-artists/
Hello Kitty’s 50th birthday is marketing boom in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2024/11/hello-kittys-50th-birthday-is-marketing-boom/
Leo food pantry offers food security to students in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2024/11/leo-food-pantry-offers-food-security-to-students/
Animals bring furry fun to farm day on November 16th in Walnut, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2024/11/animals-bring-furry-fun-to-farm-day/
Event highlights first generation students on November 8th in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2024/11/event-highlights-first-generation-students/
Claremont art walk brings fall vibe on November 2nd in Claremont, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2024/11/claremont-art-walk-brings-fall-vibe/
Homecoming fair features family fun on October 12th in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2024/10/homecoming-fair-features-family-fun/
Heritage park pumpkin patch features fall festivities on October 4th in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2024/10/heritage-park-pumpkin-patch-features-fall-festivities/
Latin food highlighted at El Ocho on September 25th in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2024/09/market-activities-honor-hispanic-heritage-month/
Latin college expo attracts prospective students on September 14th in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2024/09/latino-college-expo-attracts-prospective-students/
Artist showcase whimsical, personal collections on September 7th in Claremont, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2024/09/artists-showcase-whimsical-personal-collections/
Open houses highlight resources on August 29th in La Verne, CA.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2024/09/open-houses-highlight-resources/
The Answer rocks Claremont's summer concert series finale on August 26th.
https://lvcampustimes.org/2024/08/the-answer-rocks-claremonts-final-summer-concert-series-finale/