Portfolio

Manny’s photos are absolutely stunning and because of him I will always have these moments to admire and relive.

- Desiree & Don

PORTFOLIO GALLERIES

Candid Love, Real Moments,

True Memories

Some photographers chase perfection
I chase unfiltered emotions, the raw, the REAL
The romantic moments that linger long after the last dance

Weddings

Engagements

Colorado

florida

WHAT GUIDES OUR PASSION

Moments that tell your Story

I believe that there is a difference in value between a photo and a memory. That’s why I don’t just take pictures; I seek out the quiet conversations during your first dance and the fleeting glances that say more than words ever could. It’s the photos that reignite your memory, that you’ll treasure most.

PHOTOGRAPHY THAT STOPS Time

To me, photography is like magic, it stops time. It’s the wisdom of knowing that this moment, as it is right now, will never happen again. I chase those moments, the ones that will quench your nostalgia years from now, bringing back the warmth, joy, and beauty of a memory frozen in time.

Enjoy THE RIDE

I’m not about creating stressful days. I was hospitalized just days before my own wedding. In those days I realized how fickle life really is that I rewrote my vows. I understood that these days are meant to be savored, not controlled. I promise my couples this: I’ll be there to capture the moment while you enjoy the ride, because the day itself may run away from us, but the joy will last for years.

BREAKING THE Mold

My goal is to break the rules, intentionally. I had a professor once tell me that you need to master the rules first, so you can break them in a way that matters. I’m not here to follow trends. I’m here to explore, learn, and weave together something unique for each couple, a visual story that’s truly yours.

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WHAT THEY HAVE SAID

“We’ve had non-stop feedback from friends and family.”

Manny worked with us for our wedding in Boulder. Manny had a way of ensuring our day was going to be captured to the fullest by setting up a virtual call to discuss important topics for our big day. Upon meeting Manny at the venue, he instantly began helping in all aspects. We’ve had non-stop feedback from friends and family of his outstanding work. I give Manny more than a 10/10! Thank you again Manny, you’re amazing!

— Marisa & Riley

WHAT THEY HAVE SAID

“His photos are absolutely stunning.”

Manny did a wonderful job communicating with us and planning before the event. He spent time getting to know us and what our goals were for our photos. Manny captured one of the best days of my life and he did it beautifully. He was wonderful to work with and we cannot thank him enough for the amazing photos he took. His photos are absolutely stunning and because of him I will always have these moments to admire and relive.

— Desiree & Don

WHAT THEY HAVE SAID

“We had a blast shooting with Manny.”

Manny went above and beyond for our elopement. He took time to get to know us as a couple beforehand and put in the effort to make our day extra special. Manny was always there to answer any questions. He helped us with posing and made everything look and feel so natural. The photos turned out so amazing and we couldn’t be happier! We had a blast shooting with Manny and would absolutely recommend him for your special day.

— Mikha & Tristin

WHAT THEY HAVE SAID

“I can't stop looking through the photos.”

Words cannot express how grateful I am that we found Manny! He truly went above and beyond. During our meeting, Manny, completely ruined all the other lame plain phone calls I had with other potential photographers tbh! He kept us posted every step of the way and offered encouragement leading up to our wedding day. He made us so, so comfortable and knew just how to get us to loosen up during our portrait photos, and most notably, Manny's photos and style of editing are GORGEOUS. I am blown away with our final album. I cannot stop looking through the photos. My only regret was not finding him in time to do our engagement photos.

— Andrea & Shay

WHAT THEY HAVE SAID

“From start to finish, he was an absolute pleasure to work with.”

Manny was the perfect photographer for our elopement! He captured every special moment with such care and attention to detail. From start to finish, he was an absolute pleasure to work with, friendly, and incredibly talented. His ability to make us feel comfortable and natural in front of the camera truly made the experience enjoyable. The photos turned out even better than we imagined, beautifully preserving the memories of our special day. We can't recommend Manny enough for any event or occasion. Thank you, Manny, for making our day unforgettable!

— Tracy & Ken

WHAT THEY HAVE SAID

“The quality of their work was truly outstanding.”

Valr Studios Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the very beginning, Manny was quick, responsive, and incredibly sympathetic to our needs as a couple. Their communication style was effective and made the entire process seamless. The quality of their work was truly outstanding. On the day of our wedding, they showed up on time and ready to go and being there every step of the way to immortalize our big day. Manny is a true professional - caring, attentive, and a fantastic listener who ensures he delivers the exact experience you desire. We are thrilled with the results and couldn't recommend Valr Studios Photography more highly.

— Val & Ryan

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True-to-life moments,
Emotionally Preserved

You’re not just hiring someone to take pretty pictures, you’re choosing to relive the way your day felt. I document the quiet in-betweens, the loud belly laughs, and the real, unposed joy that makes your story yours. Because years from now, you shouldn’t just remember what it looked like, you should feel every second of it.