Valera Wedding Photography
As your photographer I hope to put your mind at ease on your wedding day. I want you to laugh, cry (happy tears), dance and enjoy all the little moments. I promise to not miss a beat or a single precious moment. Its my desire to archive the precious moments of your special day so that you can share them with generations to come. I want them to know what it was like to be a guest at your wedding.
There is no better compliment than a couple entrusting me to document their love story
what to expect
you might be my client if
“During the shoot, Helen made us feel totally at ease (a nontrivial feat for those who tend to be awkward in front of the camera)—she was bubbly, goofy, and most importantly, totally willing to experiment and just have a good time. The photos perfectly capture our joy, and we have already gotten so many compliments on them!"
"perfectly capture our joy"
"You see Helen's photos on Instagram where the couples are laughing in every shot and that’s how it felt during the shoot. None of the photos are staged and we could just be ourselves. Helen knows how to capture the moments where a couple is at ease and comfortable. At times you forget that someone is taking your photo."
"we could just be ourselves"
“Helen exceeded our wildest dreams! She was totally on board with our crazy adventure photoshoot idea in Yosemite. She did an extraordinary amount of pre-shoot diligence, came up with lots of beautiful potential locations for us and helped us with everything from attire to poses. Helen's sense of humor, relatable personality, and professionalism shine through, putting us at ease and making for a wonderful day.."
"exceeded our wildest dreams!"
How long have you been a photographer?
What if we cancel/reschedule our date?
do you offer adventure sessions?
How do I book you?
How Does Payment Work?
Do You Give Out Unedited Photos?
How Many Images Are Included?
Where Are You Located?
Do you photograph newborns, families, etc. ?
Do you photograph military homecomings?
What is your turnaround time?
Do you offer Military discounts?
How does travel expenses work?
What do we wear to our photoshoot?
Will you photoshop us?
What happens if the weather is bad?
I don't like to put a maximum or a minimum on the number of images that I deliver because it changes with every wedding depending on the length of coverage.
How Many Images Are Included?
No! My photographs are my art and my editing process is apart of that art. I spend a lot of time with your images making sure they are just right.
Do You Give Out Unedited Photos?
After you select which package you would like and sign a contract. You pay a 20% booking fee and the rest is due one month before your wedding, engagement session or military homecoming.
How Does Payment Work?
Yes! I absolutely love adventure sessions. I offer them as part of my couple sessions or day after sessions. You pick the place and I would love to explore it with you..
Do you offer adventure sessions?
I will do my best to make myself available on your new date. If applicable there might be a rescheduling fee.
What if we cancel/reschedule our date?
I have been photographing for as long as I can remember. But I have been a wedding photographer since 2017.
How long have you been a photographer?
We will make the best of it. I often tell my clients that some of the best photos come from foggy or rainy days.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Nope! I don't believe in using photoshoping people. I believe that everyone is beautiful just the way they are and I work hard to make suer I take photos of you from flattering angels
Will you photoshop us?
Something that you feel confident in. I am happy to offer advice and inspiration after we choose your location!
What do we wear to our photoshoot?
It depends how far I am traveling an when. Pricing can range from $50 - $1,000+. We will work it out together depending on location. I try to keep my costs as low as possible.
How does travel expenses work?
I typically deliver engagement sessions within three weeks. Weddings can take up to eight weeks.
