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02. Deposit
The deposit secures your date on my calendar and is non-refundable, and you're welcome to send it via Zelle or Venmo. Your first reschedule is free, and additional reschedules may come with a small fee. The remaining balance is due on the day of the session and can be paid by check, cash, Venmo, or Zelle.
03. Rescheduling and Cancellations
Life happens, and Bay Area weather can be unpredictable, so I keep an eye on it closely. If strong wind, heavy fog, rain, or very dark skies could affect your photos, I’ll reach out so we can decide together whether to continue or reschedule. Weather-related rescheduling is always free.
If you need to reschedule for personal reasons, the first change is complimentary; additional rescheduling may include a small fee.
04. Location
If you already have a location in mind, perfect, I love photographing in places that are meaningful to your family. If not, I’m happy to suggest spots, like beaches, parks, your neighborhood, or even your home. For families with little ones, choosing a familiar place often works best. The goal is to pick a spot where everyone can relax, be themselves, and enjoy the moment.
05. Your Gallery
I deliver your full gallery within 10–15 days, and if you ever need your photos sooner, I offer a 36-hour rush delivery for an additional $100. Your images are delivered in a private Pixieset gallery, accessible only through your link. It stays online for 3 months, and I keep a personal backup for longer. You can download everything in high resolution or web size for easy sharing. Inside the gallery, you’ll also find a store where you can order prints, albums, and framed pieces, all shipped directly to you.
Some days are meant to be lived fully and remembered forever. Whether it’s a birthday, a baby shower, a family gathering, or any celebration close to your heart, these sessions are designed to document the real emotions, the shared laughter, and the little details that make the day yours.
A day of Wonder
lets creat art
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Contact
Reach out and share a few details: what's the event, how many guests you're expecting, and the date and time. From there, a $150 retainer secures your date and gets you officially on the calendar, the magic begins.
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DETAILS
Once I have those details, I'll help you figure out the right amount of coverage time based on your schedule and the key moments you want captured.
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BIG DAY
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YOUR GALLEry
capture the day as it unfolds, candid moments, little details that are easy to miss, with a few posed portraits mixed in naturally.
Within 10 business days, you'll receive your curated online gallery filled with high-resolution images that you can share with your guests.
how it works
Covers the heart of your celebration
1 hour
Full gallery download: at least 150 Edited Digital Images.
Online gallery delivery
$550
Time to capture the full arc of your event, from arrival to the first slice of cake
2 hours
Full gallery download: at least 250 Edited Digital Images.
Online gallery delivery
$750
For longer celebrations, with more moments worth holding onto
3 hours
Full gallery download: at least 350 Edited Digital Images.
Online gallery delivery
$900
Don't miss the magic :) Celebrations don't always stick to schedule, and the best moments show up when you least expect them. Additional time is available at $150/hour, so you can stay present without watching the clock.
( For the Nostalgia loving Humans )
I am glad that you found your way here
Hi! I'm Helena :) a Bay Area photographer. I capture motherhood, document newborns, photograph growing families, and cover life's most intimate celebrations, creating images that feel real, timeless, and true to who you are.
Photos carry more than what we see. They hold feelings, stories, and the small details that often go unnoticed. I want your photos to feel like home: warm, real, and deeply yours.
capture your bond and celebrate your loved ones
(KIND WORDS)
"Helena is quite literally a magician with the camera! She’s such an amazing, talented photographer and you can tell that she does everything with so much love, grace and makes the photoshoot seem so effortless and comfortable for the person getting pictures taken of! In my case, me for a magazine article!m extremely camera shy but she made it so effortless and let me feel like myself which is what I was looking for in a photographer! (...) "
TILLANA P.
Helena took pictures of my wedding last June and I absolutely love all my pictures. We had a few meetings to discuss what type of pictures i wanted and she captured all the moments I asked for and more. She is very sweet, attentive and professional.
victoria v.
We were looking for a photographer who could shoot in our home and include our cat in the session, it was a very personal vision, and we’re so glad we found Helena! She brought our idea to life perfectly. (...) Helena didn’t hesitate, she came to our house, made us feel comfortable, and the results are absolutely stunning. The photos look like something straight out of a Pinterest board! She’s not only incredibly talented but also sweet and professional. We’ll definitely be booking with her again!
MELISSSA L.
Helena captured our maternity photoshoot, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the experience and the results. From the very beginning, she was warm, friendly, and incredibly professional. She went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable throughout the entire session, something that truly made a difference during such a special and emotional time for us. She also carried a tent with her so we could do an outfit change.
melita d.
helena valverde photography
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