with every breath
A Little Present /
A Little More
more
love
My journey in photography began with a deep passion for social activism. In 2009, I co-founded an arts program for foster children and low-income families in South Central LA called SoCal HeARTs. Our mission was to provide creative outlets—activities that had been cut from public schools—to help nurture well-rounded kids and inspire their dreams. A few years in, I picked up a camera to document our work, and it was in that moment I realized my calling.
I dove into fashion, lifestyle and travel photography and never planned on shooting weddings, but after my co-founder convinced me to photograph hers (and it got published!), I quickly discovered this was the path I was meant to take. I fell in love with supporting people on the best day of their lives, capturing the genuine moments between families, exploring new places, and collaborating with some of the best creatives in the world. Now, well over a decade later, I’ve learned that the best shots come from moments of true presence—when everyone is relaxed and fully immersed in the joy of the day, surrounded by a team that cares mostly about you enjoying a moment that will only exist once.
I’m fortunate to have a team that’s been with me from the start. Our trust, experience, and shared vision make all the difference, ensuring that every wedding is a seamless, creative, and unforgettable experience. I'm based out of Los Angeles but honored to shoot a select number of weddings each year world wide, while still pushing my artistic boundaries and leading the incredible work of my team. I'm based out of Los Angeles but travel world wide.
MAYA ANGELOU
“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
kin travel
Your Honeymoon,
On
I fell in love with my husband, Brian, after volunteering my camera in support of his regenerative travel company, Kin Travel, he founded to invest in ecosystems and communities. He and his team on the ground plan safaris in East and South Africa including honeymoons and private family trips. If you're thinking about your next adventure, don't hesitate to reach out! They're there to curate the most incredible, trip of a lifetime for you.
Safari
All my life I've been a dancer and my love for movement, composition and choreography translated not only in the imagery but is why I came to love weddings. They are these impassioned, layered dances that push me and push the art.
They require me to be so many things - a timekeeper, a choreographer, a stylist, an art director, a friend and part of the family.
"Valorie’s photography has the remarkable ability to capture the true spirit of a moment, highlighting the beauty and emotion in every detail with an artistry that's both authentic and timeless."
Lisa Vorce, world renowned wedding planner & designer
I've come to know the poetry of people, our ceremonies and the intimacies that add up to
love.