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We believe that weddings are a social celebration of a very sacred commitment. We feel honored to be participants in every wedding we shoot and treat both the day and the people involved with the highest level of respect. Most of all, Weddings are a day filled with beauty and magic that emerges effortlessly. We believe our job is to capture that magic in the most authentic way - unobtrusively, honestly, joyfully.

We are a cutting edge photography studio, offering the most recent advances in the photography field. We are always well versed in the latest wedding trends and bride preferences. Our approach is contemporary and always in the best of taste. We strive for the perfect combination of timeless elegance and fresh style.

Our focus is on journalistic style photography. We limit the number of posed and staged photographs and try instead to highlight the laughter, tears, and passion that you and your guests will be feeling without our heavy involvement. We understand that each couple is unique in their style, personality, and biography and strive to produce images that reflect that individuality. The era of assembly line coverage and common, ordinary albums is over. We understand our client needs for exclusive, classic products and exceed their expectations. We represent the grace, distinction, and style that is possible in wedding photography.

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Frequently asked questions

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

High-Res Images

Reviews of Val McCormick Photography

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User2712161 Sent on 07/29/2017
5 out of 5 rating
This wedding photographer and her 2nd shooter made my day the BEST DAY EVER. She was so professional, compassionate, and understanding of wedding obstacles before-during-and after our wedding! I'm happy to call her a friend now.
Heather
Heather Sent on 08/27/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Wow! Just wow! Val was such a pleasure to work with and was very helpful with her professional input. I'm so glad I chose her! I have had nothing but compliments with my pictures for the big day! Our group is such a bunch of goofballs and she really capture that in our reception photos! She really respected my wish to not focus on the traditional wedding photos aside from the formals and everything came out great! I do also think it helped that she and I really hit it off from the first time I met her. With my husband and I not really being that comfortable in front of the camera she was helpful and descriptive on how to pose and the photos really showed her ability to make two very uncomfortable people look like they lived in front of the camera. Her style and flair were on point and I couldn't have asked for a better photographer. I highly recommend her for anyone looking for a fantastic photographer.
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Erin Sent on 01/31/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Val and her team were fantastic from start to finish. It was so wonderful to work with her and her team. She is just so sweet and willing to do anything for a good shot! She took charge and did what she needed to do to get us through our photos at City Hall quickly. She gave everyone the direction they needed and was so fun at the same time. We got a large variety of shots and the photo booth she set up at the reception was a big hit. Our guests loved it. I just cant wait to see the rest of the pics. I cannot wait to work with Val again for boudoir photos!
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Holly Sent on 12/03/2011
5 out of 5 rating
Val made my wedding day a dream come true that I will be able to remember all my life. She is able to photograph anywhere, she has an "IN" anywhere and is well known throughout the United States. Her professionalism and passion is amazing and can be shown through all her photos. She has an eye for this art I have never seen in any photographer. She is very personable and helped me with some quesitons I had on wedding planning. Her input was much appreciated. Thanks so much Val! I would recommend you to any bride
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Tara Sent on 11/14/2011
5 out of 5 rating
Val McCormick Photography was perfect for our wedding day! Val is friendly, calm and professional. I was able to have lots of family pictures where we posed together but then also there was time for romantic pictures of myself and the groom.
I selected Val from another vendor website referral initially but then asked around and many of my friends had used Val for either their wedding or family portraits. Everyone had such good things to say.
I am glad we went with her and can't wait to see our pictures in 12 wks! I would for sure recommend!!
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Diana Sent on 08/03/2010
5 out of 5 rating
Val McCormick is a wonderful photographer. She captured our wedding in such an elegant way. I could not have been more pleased with our photos. From our initial meeting to our engagment session to our wedding I could not have hoped for more from our photographer. Val is amazing :).
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Nicole Sent on 11/21/2009
5 out of 5 rating
Val has such amazing talent. She is truely an artist. When I came across her website I was blown away. After meeting with Val I knew we had found the perfect photographer for our wedding. She was by far the best out of all the photographers I had met with. Her work is a masterpiece. Yes anyone can take a photo but not everyone can capture emotion and display it in such an artistic form. I received numerous compliments from various people on our wedding photos. People kept telling me that they never saw such amazing pictures before. I was told that our photos looked like they belong in a wedding magazine. Val knows how to work with light. Even though we didn't have alot of time to take our formals she made it work. She took candids as well as formals. I can't stop looking at the wedding gallery. She captured every single detail of our wedding day. Her photos tell the story of our wedding day. When I look at the pictures it takes me back to that day. All the emotions of that day come back to me. I can't say enough about Val. She is true talent. Not only that but she has such a great attitude. She has such great energy and is very professional. Everything went so smoothly. I have heard such terrible stories about other wedding photographers. I'm so glad that I did my homework. I didn't have to worry about a thing. My husband and I look over the pictures often. We always end up smiling and saying things like, "Remember that", or "That was so much fun". Without the pictures I would have probably forgotten all those important details.
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Marissa Sent on 11/20/2009
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I absolutely loved having Val as a photographer! She was so professional and the pictures are absolutely gorgeous! We 100% recommend Val as a photographer! She has become not only a friend but a family member now!
MrsBraddock
Nicole Sent on 11/20/2009
5 out of 5 rating
Val is not only an amazing photographer, but an amazing person inside and out! She really got me and my husbands personality and was the best addition to our wedding. Our wedding could not have been the same without her, seriously.

I think her attitude and personality really put us at ease, from our engagement session to our wedding day. She was easy to talk to and put our little touches everywhere. We did a Halloween themed wedding, and did our e-session at a beautiful cemetary, yet in the pictures you can not even tell where we are. She captured the beautiful side of it, and not the morbid. Her assistant who she brought was just as awesome- and they both really got into their job.

It really felt like a friend, and not a vendor. An added bonus she edited a ton of our pictures and put them on the slideshow from the wedding and played them during the reception for everyone to see- talk about a fast worker, and making the bride help. The sneak peek held me over till we get the final products. I can't wait!!
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Frank Sent on 06/30/2009
5 out of 5 rating
We were looking for an artist not just a photographer, she went above and beyond our expectations with her artistry and detailed work...very proffesional and super friendly. Everyone loved her work and we would be honored to recommend her to any of our friends and family. She was amazing!!! Thank you Val - Frank, Erica, and little Olivia (Darien, CT)
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Airbrush Makeup by Ivette Airbrush Makeup by Ivette Wedding Hair & Makeup

Val McCormick is an amazingly talented photographer! Having worked with Val on various photo shoots and weddings, I can honestly say that she is "hands down" one of the best photographers in the state. Valerie's love for her work, and dedication to her clients drives her to provide them with nothing but the absolute best. Val has a wonderful, down to earth personality that makes her so easy to work with, and her creativity is unparalleled. I would recommend her to any bride who is looking for an amazing photographer.

Naomi Martinez Studio, Plainville Naomi Martinez Studio, Plainville Wedding Hair & Makeup

Val is such a perfectionist! She produces some of the most beautiful photos that we've ever seen. Some of her work has truly brough tears to my eyes. She makes all of our clients/brides look amazing in photos because she understand the best angles and lighting for each client. That is why I chose her for my maternity session as well, and each photo is truly a work of art! We always get to excited when our clients let us know that she's their photographer because we also know that we will get some amazing shots for our website! She is one of the most sincere, compassionate and truly dedicated professionals that we have worked with! She loves her clients and goes the extra mile to make their special day so memorable. She books up fast, so I highly recommend that brides call her as soon as they know their wedding date! you will not be dissapointed!

Inspiration in Motion Inspiration in Motion Wedding Videographers

Val McCormick is one of those rare photographers that captures every beautiful moment from your wedding and somehow makes it seem even more beautiful then you can remember. Her pictures are stunning and her personality and way with people make her unforgettable! I would definitely recommend Val McCormick to any couple looking to have spectacular memories from their photographs!

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Val McCormick Photography frequently asked questions

Val McCormick Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
Val McCormick Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • High-Res Images
Val McCormick Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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