Cleveland, OH
Part of the reason for my success as a wedding photographer starts from my booking process. I usually meet in person for a complimentary Wedding Consultation to see if we are a good fit. I will spend time to really get to know who you are as a couple and your photography vision. I will show you contracts, collection information and answer any question that you might have. As a courtesy, I will hold your date for 7 days after consultation.
Couples who book with me enjoy a complimentary Engagement Session. You can schedule the session anytime after booking. We will have pre-session consultation where we can discuss your photo shoot locations, engagement photo theme and you will receive wardrobe tips as well.
Two months before your wedding, we’ll have a Timeline Consultation to go over all the important details of your big day. I’m big on preparing as much as I can before the wedding day. We’ll discuss each part of your day, from the morning preparations to the reception. By the end of our consultation, I’ll create a detailed Wedding Timeline to ensure everything runs smoothly.
You can email or text me any time during the planning process—I'm here to help you so you can have a stress free wedding experience.
You will receive a Proposal where you can select a Collection, sign Contract, view your Invoice and pay retainer fee online. I will make sure that everything is as clear as possible with transparent communication, uncomplicated online booking, straightforward contract and an easy online payment system. Once you signed the contract and pay retainer fee, that's it.. your wedding photography is confirmed!
My team and I will follow details listed on Wedding Timeline and we will do whatever it takes to make sure that everything run smoothly. You will see us keep an eye on the time, use prompts and directions when needed to make sure you get the most during photo time.. then we’ll fade into the background for some candid moments.
I'll upload and back up your wedding photos right after the event and start editing them right away. You'll get at least 80 edited images for every hour of coverage, with a clean and vibrant look like what you see in my portfolio. Expect some sneak peeks on social media within 48 hours, and the full online gallery will be ready within 8 weeks.
“I was pretty stressed out when I started the wedding planning process but when I contacted Valerie, I knew she was the right photographer for my wedding. She was very clear in explaining the process & all details. I love her positive energy & willingness to help. Leading up to the big day, she was very accessible and she did a wonderful job capturing the day. We are so happy with I Heart Life Photography. -Kayla & Eric 2019
“Valerie was not only took stunning images that capture our moments perfectly, she also did a great job wrangling my large wedding party. She handled everything with kindness, excitement and professionalism.
We highly recommend I Heart Life Photography."
Monica + Matthew 2020
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“We absolutely love our wedding pictures.
Valerie's work is a true reflection of her personality
- vibrant and full of energy.
Thank you again for being part of our big day!
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10 hours of continuous coverage
Two photographers
Wedding timeline assistance
Custom USB Drive
Online Gallery
Color correction & photo editing
High res images with print release
Complimentary Engagement Session
8 hours of continuous coverage
Two photographers
Wedding timeline assistance
Online Gallery
Color correction & photo editing
High res images with print release
Complimentary Mini Engagement Session
6 hours of continuous coverage
One photographer
Wedding timeline assistance
Online Gallery
Color correction & photo editing
High res images with print release
Complimentary Mini Engagement Session
Love what you see ? If this is the photography style and the experience that you're looking for. Let's work together!
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