ALEXIS-3 weeks

How sweet is baby Alexis? She was such an adorable little one. She is so alert and active too for such a young one. She didn't want to miss out on anything that was going on. She was a very agreeable subject also--didn't seem to mind some of the poses that we put her into, even when she was awake. I got to try out a new prop & mommy had all kinds of cute things. I do love photographing little girls with all their fun girly things--makes up for my all male household! Enjoy the sneak peek--there are lots more to come!

JESSICA, BRIAN and CALEB

A sneak peek from Jessica, Brian and Caleb's session. When I first arrived, they just wanted to do some photos of baby Caleb--but I talked them into some family pics too--after all, this is their first Christmas season with the whole family--and a cute little family they are! Of course, I'll give them the fact that baby Caleb is just the most adorable, sweetest little thing--and I am partial to his name :-)

KIRKPATRICK FAMILY

Here is a sneak peek from a session that I did with the Kirkpatrick family. They are another of my wedding client couples--from quite a few years ago. As you can see, they have added 4 beautiful(and handsome) additions to the family--the most recent is so tiny. The girls even gave me some handmade Christmas ornaments to take home--one of my favorite Christmas things in the world! I loved working with them all--what a great family!

NATASHA and DOUG-Wedding at Alley Park

Here is a preview of Natasha and Doug's beautiful wedding at Alley Park here in Lancaster. Alley Park is one of the most beautiful locations in the area for a wedding. You may remember Natasha and Doug's beautiful color in their engagement photos a month or so ago that we did at Hargus Lake. Their wedding colors and decor carried out this whole autumn theme perfectly. Since we got the best of the best for the engagement session, it took a little work to find some awesome fall color actually left on the trees. We did manage to find some, though. Natasha and her bridesmaid's bouquets definitely helped add some color to the day--and the decorating of the Alley Park Lodge and the tables was perfect!

We had a nice warm day(for November anyway) day to get outside for most of the photos--which always makes me happy. I love shooting outside--and just love Alley Park in general. It was a beautiful day, a beautiful wedding, and a wonderful(and gorgeous) couple--who are a perfect match. It was a perfect way to complete my wedding season for this year! I loved being a part of the celebration and wish them years and years of happiness!

Lancaster High School--Class of 1981 & 1986 Reunion Photos!!!

The class photos from the Lancaster High School Class of 1981, 30'th Reunion, and the Lancaster High School Class of '86, 25'th Reunion are both on my website and available to purchase. I've had quite a few inquiries from people who didn't know where to find them. Just go to www.valerihoffmanbradford.com and look for your class. There are multiple options for each event. Any questions, e-mail me at valerigaleri@columbus.rr.com or call either (740)687-0508 or (614)638-6839--or you can message me directly from the site. Thanks!

SHAWN-Senior Session

I was so excited to be able to find a bit of bright fall color left for Shawn's senior session. We did a few studio pics--then headed out and about for the rest of the session. We hit downtown Lancaster to take advantage of some beautiful fall foliage, and the Georgian. After that we hit Lancaster High School to include some of Shawn's woodworking projects--something fun and different! We managed to sneak in Rising Park for a few--and ended up in the creek for some final pics before dark. I had a great time working with Shawn and his dad--enjoy the results--tons more pics to come!

NICO-6 month photos/Family photo session

Here's a sneak peek from Nico's 6 month session--combined with a mini family session(for Christmas). Nicole and Jeff are another of my wedding couples from a few years ago. We're doing the "Watch Me Grow" baby plan for photos of adorable baby Nico. This is his 2'nd session--we did newborn--and now he's grown into a handsome 6 month old. He's such a happy guy--with the best smile! We snuck in some family photos for Christmas--with the whole family looking festive--hope you enjoy!

KAREN and RICK-Anniversary session

Here's a sneak peek from Karen and Ric's anniversary photo session that I had the pleasure of doing on one of our many cold, late autumn days. I had a great time getting to know them--definitely a great couple! They are the co-owners of Bay's Market--our favorite place to get meat--hands down! It's always fresh--and I feel so much more confident buying local--you know where it's coming from--not to mention you keep the sales local--something that we try to do as much as possible--and appreciate others who do the same with my business!

We did most of the photos here in the studio--and were able to do some with their furbaby--who just happens to be absolutely adorable! Love those fluffy paws! We finally were able to sneak out to Rising Park and get in a few outdoor shots--in between the almost constant rain. I had a great time working with them--enjoy the sneak peek--lots more to come!

JESSICA and ALEX-Wedding at Cheers Chalet

Here's the sneak peek from Jessica and Alex's beautiful autumn wedding and reception at Cheers Chalet here in Lancaster. I loved all of the warm fall colors and all of the gorgeous details that they chose for their special day. Cheers was a fabulous choice of locations to enhance the whole autumn theme. Even with all of the strong winds that we had, we still managed to find some beautiful fall color. I think Jessica and Alex are just a gorgeous couple. I didnt' have the opportunity to meet them until their wedding day, and was amazed that they "match" so well--like a model couple--just so photogenic--which I of course, love! Enjoy the sneak peek--lots more to come!