Valarie Duran Photography

Valarie Duran is a wedding photographer based in Alameda, California, serving modern couples who love deeply and live colorfully throughout the greater Bay Area since 2015. With an educator's heart, Val also brings a calm, thoughtful guide presence to every wedding blending warmth, organization, gentle direction, collaboration, and an attentive eye for detail. Whether photographing a celebration among the redwoods, at a garden estate, or along the coast, her goal is always the same: to help couples feel comfortable, seen, and beautifully represented. Her artistry and words have been described as intentional - like being held by a warm, cozy blanket. Her clients praise her professionalism, creativity, attention to detail, and reliability. She brings 110% to preparing for your special wedding day, so that you can enjoy the experience to the fullest. Why you'll click? + You’re drawn to an editorial meets documentary approach, with a balance of refined portraits and effortlessly candid moments that feel undeniably you. + You want to feel like a top priority every step of the way from planning to delivery. + You are growing stronger together and a romantic at heart. + You value relationships and the legacy of love you are building. If you are still on the fence, no worries - the first step is a free planning consultation call. It's a helpful, no-pressure way to talk about your wedding day plans while getting to know each other. You and Val will talk through ideas, she will answer questions, and start shaping a vision together if you don't already have one. After you speak to Val, she will help design a custom wedding proposal for you to consider. Every custom proposal includes Val as the lead photographer, a collaborative photography timeline, a site visit, a beautiful online gallery with slideshow, easy download access, print, framed artwork, and an album store.