Your forever moments - turned into cherished memories

Bride and groom kisses moments after their wedding ceremony at hotel valley ho in Scottsdale Arizona. The bride is wearing a sparkly, retro dress and short puffy veil

Your wedding day is more than a celebration; it’s the embodiment of love shared in its purest, most profound form. It’s the quiet moments of connection, the personal details, and the overwhelming feeling that this day is uniquely yours.

This is your story—tangible, and heartfelt. Let yourself feel it fully and cherish it deeply.


Destination Wedding Photographer

Seasonally based in Scottsdale AZ + Portland OR

Val Photo Co about me section photo - captured on black and white film

Welcome, I’m Val - a wedding photographer who loves to travel and photograph heartfelt and intentional weddings. Published in, Green Wedding Shoes, Western Wedding Magazine, and Arizona Bride.

Serving states along the West Coast - most of which I’ve called home at some point, I utilize a blend of film and digital photography to create a dynamic gallery full of your most cherished memories.

As someone who is married, I have a deep understanding of how significant and special your wedding day truly is - don’t be surprised if I’m caught tearing up during toasts or ending the night on the dance floor with you - it’s these fleeting moments that make the day unforgettable.

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From someone who has attended dozens of weddings in a variety of different roles, such as photographer, wedding planner assistant, guest, bridesmaid, and most importantly, bride - I have a dynamic perspective on how to make your wedding day feel truly your own, how to avoid stress and feel prepared to go into the big day.