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Capturing sun kissed love stories for strong couples changing the world
Shine light on your journey from marriage to parenthood
Wedding Photography
family photography
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You Can Call Me Val.
Serving San Francisco, the East Bay, Napa, and beyond, I offer bespoke wedding and family photography experiences with an easy going presence and a warm personal touch.
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photo by diana fast
photos that feel like
celebration, sunshine, togetherness, home
View the I Do Collection
For the Lover
celebrate your engagement, wedding, elopement, or vows
View the Kindred Collection
For the Nurturer
celebrate your motherhood, growing children, or family bond
overheard:
Oh my gosh Valarie, these are gorgeous.
I wish I could express to you how much it means to me to have these beautiful photos of us. It's an incredible feeling. I'm so, so grateful.
— PARISA & CARL
Nicole
They are gorgeous!!! Thank you for all of the care and your presence on the day! I looked at them again and can't get over how amazing they are!!!
Kaveri
Just hire her! She will make sure you get everything you need to get amazing pictures of the day!
Michelle
She made everything so easy and they all came out so beautifully and exactly as I'd hoped!
Ezell
We appreciate you taking the extra time capturing us and letting us express ourselves freely.
Vivian
We love them all! Dennis said it was worth it, so thank you so much!
Chantelle
Your work is beautifully stunning. Love your photos. This is both of our favorite pictures ever!!!!
Maribel
Thanks for such a fun and intimate shoot! Love our photos. These are beautiful! Thanks for capturing these moments.
Sonia
Had the pleasure of working with Valarie and truly enjoyed every minute of it!
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