Behind the Photo
Behind every photo on a Texas driver license or ID is a story too rich to be captured on that small card we carry. Get to know more about these Texans who are preserving traditions, fostering community, and challenging expectations. Their stories may differ, but they share a common bond: They're Texans.
Brought to you by Texas.gov, this video series celebrates the diverse characters and cultures that embody the independent spirit of Texas.
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Get to know some local Texans
Marsha Hendler
From champagne lifestyle to Texas Tea
Marsha left the lavish world of hospitality for a line of work with a little more grit — drilling for oil. Now a wildcatter and a pioneering business owner, she’s defying the expectations of what an oiler should be, and blazing a trail for female leadership in the industry.
Kevin Gian
An ancient tradition in modern Texas
Meet Kevin, a pharmacist by trade who embodies the Texas spirit of blazing his own trail to follow his dreams. His troupe of Lion Dancers doesn’t just wow crowds: they help keep a centuries-old tradition alive, building community and deepening their connection to a rich history that now calls Texas home.
Veronique Medrano
Giving a voice to Tejano music history
Brownsville’s own Veronique is a superstar in the making. But celebrating her musical heritage on stage wasn’t enough. Now, as an archivist and historian, she’s working to preserve the heritage and traditions of Tejano music for future generations and shine a light on her hometown’s musical legacy.
