Hello, My name is Valerie, I am the owner and photographer with Valuable Memories Photography. Here is just a little bit of information on how I got started in this career and why I enjoy it so much.

      I've always had a deep passion and desire for all forms of photography. Although I haven't been doing it professionally for very long I have always found myself happier behind the camera then in front of it. Not long after I married the love of my life and we started our life together on the beautiful island of Oahu is when it truly hit me that I want to make this "dream" career a reality of mine.

        With the help of my husband, I left my job in childcare and secretarial after 20+ years. I knew at first it was going to be a challenge and I would face many obstetrical's along the way. I tried everything to get myself known and my photos noticed. It wasn't until a nice gentleman who worked for a resort brochure agency that noticed my shots I've taken around the Island and of the beautiful animals who call it home.

         He offered me a generous FEE for the use and ownership of several of my photos. If wasn't long after that my name became known and that I was asked to take family photos, head shots and even a few newborn photos for several friends, my husband's co-workers, resort guests at Disney and my fellow volunteers to help keep the beloved Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles safe while basking on the local beaches of Oahu.

       With all that I'm now starting to branch out in more Portrait photography then landscapes and animals. I have always enjoyed capturing the beauty God has created for us and now I have been given the chance to capture the many beautiful smiles who come to my home studio or let me come to them. I truly do enjoy it and I love seeing the faces of those who have given me the honor of being their "go to" photographer for all occasions. I also guarantee complete satisfaction or your money back.

        I haven't had an unsatisfied client yet and I don't plan on it anytime soon. I will do all I can to make your session goes as planned and that you're comfortable before, during and after your session with me. Thank you for taking the time to read a little about me and how I came to get started. I look forward to working with you and capturing all your amazing smiles.

                                          - Love Valerie Gerard