Wedding Photography Experience

Cleveland, OH

Fun Cleveland Wedding picture at Patterson Fruit Farm in Chesterland Ohio
Beautiful wedding rings on a bouquet at Marriot Hotel, downtown Cleveland
Bride and groom fun picture in Lakewood Ohio
Summer Wedding Picture in the carousel at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Wedding Photographer

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY process

Wedding venue collage showcasing elegant table settings, beautiful landscape, and reception hall at Stonewater Golf Club.

1. CONSULTATION

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.

2. BOOKING

A. Engagement Session Planning:

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. 

Learn more about engagement session process HERE.

B. Wedding Day Planning

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. 


Custom wooden USB drive with couple's names displayed alongside decorative greenery.

3. PLANNING STAGE

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!

4. Wedding Day

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.

5. EDITING AND DELIVERY

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.  


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REVIEWS

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

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A black and white outdoor wedding photo of a couple sharing a tender moment with a bouquet.

REVIEWS

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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A newlywed couple poses on a garden terrace with white railing and lush greenery.

REVIEW

“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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WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY COLLECTIONS

Collection 1


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

Collection 2


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


COLLECTION 3


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


Wedding photography collections starts from $2,450

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