family photographer
Palo alto | bay area
helena valverde photography
LIFESTYLE
DOCUMENTAry
unscripted
Memories you get to live over
and over again
( 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.
slow down and see the beauty in your story
what are you looking for?
a life well lived deserves to be captured
natural light family photos outdoor family session in-home family photos lifestyle family photography documentary style family photos candid family portraits extended family portraits multi-generation family photos family photos with pets backyard family session park family session beach family session golden hour family photos holiday family photos fall mini session spring family photos family reunion
maternity photos pregnancy photos baby bump photos maternity session outdoor maternity photos studio maternity photos in-home maternity session natural light maternity photography motherhood and me session mother and baby photos pregnancy announcement photos gender reveal photos newborn photography newborn session in-home newborn photos lifestyle newborn photography newborn and family photos newborn with siblings photos
individual portraits professional headshots branding photography personal branding photos business portraits outdoor portraits natural light portraits senior portraits high school senior photos college senior photos graduation photos cap and gown photos college graduation photos class of photos yearbook photos milestone portraits personal photoshoot solo portrait session creative portraits editorial style portraits
event coverage, baby shower photography gender reveal photography birthday party photography first birthday photos cake smash photos milestone birthday photos family celebration photos anniversary photos engagement party photos bridal shower photography baby sprinkle photos gender reveal party photos holiday party photos graduation party photos retirement party photos family reunion photos christening photos baptism photos religious ceremony photos candid event photography
small wedding photography intimate wedding photography elopement photography city hall wedding photos courthouse wedding photography micro wedding photography backyard wedding photography destination elopement small ceremony photography intimate ceremony photos two person elopement adventure elopement photos vow renewal photos engagement photos pre-wedding photos bridal portraits getting ready photos first look
(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
