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Valentine Manemeit Photography | Connecticut & Rhode Island Wedding Photographer

Romantic. Timeless. Candid. Unapologetically You.

Valentine Manemeit Photography is a professional wedding photography business based in Groton, Connecticut, specializing in romantic, timeless, and documentary-inspired wedding photography throughout Mystic, New London, Southeastern Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New England.

Every couple has a different story, and I believe their wedding photographs should reflect that individuality. My approach combines candid wedding photography, natural storytelling, and elegantly guided portraits to create images that capture not only how your wedding looked, but how it genuinely felt.

Whether you're planning an elegant estate wedding, a romantic coastal ceremony, a historic mansion celebration, an intimate elopement, or a beautifully unconventional wedding, your personalities and connection influence how I photograph your day.

Every couple makes me see differently.

Wedding Photography Services

I offer personalized wedding photography collections designed around your celebration, including:

  • Full-Day Wedding Photography: Coverage of your wedding day, from getting ready and first looks to the ceremony, family portraits, and reception.

  • Candid & Documentary-Style Photography: Authentic emotions, spontaneous moments, meaningful interactions, and genuine celebrations.

  • Romantic Wedding Portraits: Beautifully composed, timeless portraits with natural guidance that never feel overly staged.

  • Intimate Weddings & Elopements: Photography for smaller, meaningful celebrations throughout Connecticut, Rhode Island, and beyond.

  • Gothic, Alternative & Nontraditional Weddings: Moody, dramatic, romantic imagery for couples who embrace their individuality.

  • Engagement Photography: Personalized engagement sessions celebrating your connection before the wedding.

  • Wedding Albums & Second Photographer Coverage: Fine-art wedding albums, heirloom products, and additional photography coverage available.

Connecticut, Rhode Island & New England Wedding Photography

Based in Groton, CT, Valentine Manemeit Photography serves couples throughout:

Connecticut: Mystic, Groton, New London, Stonington, Waterford, East Lyme, Norwich, Old Saybrook, Essex, Hartford, New Haven, and surrounding communities.

Rhode Island: Westerly, Watch Hill, Newport, Providence, Narragansett, Charlestown, and surrounding areas.

New England: Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.

Destination wedding photography is also available throughout the United States and internationally.

An Inclusive Wedding Photography Experience

As a woman-owned, minority-owned, and veteran-owned photography business, I welcome couples of all backgrounds, identities, and traditions.

LGBTQ+ inclusive | Spanish-speaking photographer | Se habla español

Your wedding should be a reflection of who you are, not someone else's expectations.

Whether your vision is bright and romantic, dark and cinematic, classic and elegant, or entirely unconventional, my goal is to create wedding photographs that feel unmistakably yours.

Let's Tell Your Story

Currently booking 2027 and 2028 weddings throughout Connecticut, Rhode Island, New England, and beyond.

Contact Valentine Manemeit Photography to schedule a complimentary wedding photography consultation and explore collections tailored to your celebration.

Website: www.valentinemanemeitphotography.com

Timeless, romantic, unapologetically you.

  • Hispanic or Latinx-owned
  • LGBTQ+-owned
  • Veteran-owned
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Digital Files

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Digital Files
Save the Date

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Matted Prints
Prints
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

Reviews of Valentine Manemeit Photography

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Amy Sent on 10/12/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn’t ask for better!

We had a rough wedding day. My husband ended up in the ER that morning then transferred to another hospital for a specialist. Barely made it home in time for our wedding. With all the stress Val was still able to get us to relax, smile and laugh. I couldn’t wish for a better photographer! 
Elyse
Elyse Sent on 08/11/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful photographer!

From start to finish, she was kind, professional, and easy to work with. Wendy made us feel comfortable in front of the camera and captured so many beautiful moments.
Our photos turned out absolutely gorgeous, and she captured all of the little details and emotions of our day perfectly. Looking through our gallery brought back so many wonderful memories, and we couldn’t have hired anyone better to document such an important day for us.
We're all about trust. Our community relies on honest reviews to help you make those big decisions with ease.

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Valentine Manemeit Photography frequently asked questions

Valentine Manemeit Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
Valentine Manemeit Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Digital Files
  • Save the Date
Valentine Manemeit Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Photojournalism
Valentine Manemeit Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Valentine Manemeit Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Valentine Manemeit 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.
Valentine Manemeit Photography currently offers 1 discount promotion for wedding services.
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