In 2000, Steve was named Ujena Photographer of the Year.  Later that year, he traveled to Cuba to shoot the cover of Swimwear Illustrated.  During that shoot, he also had a part in the Movie What About Cuba!

Steve started his photography career as a Photojournalist for a weekly Newspaper Group.  In 1993, he Joined Storytellers Photography Studio in Connecticut.             

Steve consistantly shoots the Summer Nationals Pageant and has photographed State Pageants.  He does all the behind the scenes Photography for Ujena Bikini Jam Events as well as catalog shots.  He has a quick eye, uncanny timing and enduring patience necessary to get great action shots. 

"In my swimwear photography I try and relax the models infront of the camera.  And, also have fun on my photo shoots." Steve Manente

Ujena Stats:

• Participated in several Bikini Jams
• Ujena Photographer of the Year, 2000   
• Shot with Ujena in Mexico, California and Cuba
• Bikini Jam Staff Photographer since 2001