Destination Wedding Photographer

Seasonally based in Portland OR + Scottsdale AZ

A wedding day is a mosaic of emotions—tears of joy as vows are spoken, the tender embrace of a proud parent, the uncontainable laughter shared among lifelong friends. It’s the fleeting, unscripted moments that make the day unforgettable.

Photography preserves these emotions, transforming them into timeless keepsakes—each image a portal back to the love, connection, and beauty that filled the air. These photographs don’t just document the day; they hold its soul, ensuring that every heartfelt glance and whispered promise lives on forever.

Your forever moments - turned into cherished memories

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 stolen glances, the laughter that echoes through the air, and the overwhelming feeling that this day is uniquely, beautifully yours.

This is your story—tangible, heartfelt, and unfolding before those who mean the most. Let yourself feel it fully, cherish it deeply, and be present in the magic of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

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Explore services and what’s included. Wedding and Elopement packages include a photo album, thumb drive, and more. Packages are customizable.

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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’ve accumulated a wealth of knowledge over the years on how to make your wedding day feel truly your own, how to avoid stress and feel prepared to go into the big day.

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I love the hustle and bustle of a wedding day, the details both big and small, the dress, the veil, the moment when it all comes together and it finally feels real. The months of planning, collaborating, and bringing the vision board to life. But most of all, the stories, happy tears, hugs and laughs.

Getting to witness your heart as you experience the magic of your wedding day is what I cherish most about photographing it. Let’s start dreaming up your special day.

xo, Val