Valentina Glidden Photography

Welcome to our photography studio! I'm Valentina Glidden, the founder and lead photographer. I am a wedding and motherhood photographer with a deep passion for capturing love, emotions, and memories that will be cherished for a lifetime. I have had the honor of photographing beautiful moments for the past 12 years, and I am grateful for every opportunity I get to do what I love.

My photography style is romantic, soft, and elegant, and my favorite medium is film. I love the depth, richness, and feel that film provides. I have a deep love for relationships, laughter, and good coffee. I was born and raised in Colombia and moved to Florida when I was almost 12. I met my husband in college, graduated, got married, and moved across the country to sunny Southern California. Finding myself away from my family and friends, my camera became my close friend, and I quickly fell in love with photography. We call Pasadena our home, where we live with our four boys, Elijah, Theo, Noah, and Jude, and our sweet pups.

Services Offered

We offer a range of photography services, including wedding photography, motherhood photography, maternity photography, and newborn photography. Our goal is to capture the beauty and joy of life's most precious moments, from the first kicks in the womb to the first steps as a toddler.

Wedding Photography

Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, and we understand the importance of capturing every moment perfectly. We offer custom wedding photography packages that are tailored to your specific needs and preferences. From the moment you say "I do" to the last dance of the night, we will be there to capture every beautiful moment.

Motherhood Photography

Becoming a mother is one of the most incredible experiences a woman can have. We offer motherhood photography sessions that capture the beauty and joy of motherhood. From maternity sessions that celebrate the anticipation of a new baby to newborn sessions that capture the precious first days of life, we are here to document every moment.

Maternity Photography

Maternity photography is a beautiful way to capture the anticipation and excitement of expecting a new baby. We offer maternity photography sessions that are tailored to your specific needs and preferences. From classic poses to creative concepts, we will work with you to create a session that is unique and special.

Newborn Photography

Newborn photography is a beautiful way to capture the precious first days of your baby's life. We offer newborn photography sessions that are tailored to your specific needs and preferences. From simple poses to elaborate sets, we will work with you to create a session that is unique and special.

Testimonials

"We absolutely LOVE Valentina! We have done two family sessions with her and I just can't say enough about how amazing she is. Each time, I told myself I'd be happy to get one good frame-able photo because photographing babies is hard, but every single photo was just stunning! As I looked through them I couldn't believe how she managed to capture so much peace and beauty. Valentina has such a gift and works with such joy and patience that it just overwhelms me. She was amazing with our kids and worked so happily and professionally. Valentina is AWESOME and I just so appreciate how effortless and JOYFUL she was amidst our crazy, making the experience so wonderful instead of tense and frustrating - and our photos are PERFECT!" - Adamian Family

"Valentina captured our wedding day so beautifully. Her work is stunning, and on top of that, she is so sweet and easy going. She always made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera, which was so important since my husband hates taking pictures. She was very fun to work with. We just loved her and her work so much that we hired her again for our maternity, newborn, and first-year shoot of our daughter. She never disappoints! She has captured so many beautiful moments of our lives and I would recommend her to anyone for any type of shoot. She knows what she is doing and is so good at it." - Alicia & Jesse