Couple sits together smiling in colorful zinnia flower field during engagement photo session.
DIGITAL AND FILM PHOTOGRAPHER
SERVING MARYLAND, NEW YORK CITY AND WORLDWIDE
Thin dark red horizontal divider bar with small heart and monogram accent.
Outdoor wedding ceremony with guests seated on gravel path beneath lush green ivy-covered barn walls with string lights.
DIGITAL AND FILM PHOTOGRAPHER
SERVING MARYLAND, NEW YORK CITY AND WORLDWIDE
Thin dark red horizontal divider bar with small heart and monogram accent.
Bride and groom smiling under a veil with soft sunlight filtering through trees.
DIGITAL AND FILM PHOTOGRAPHER
SERVING MARYLAND, NEW YORK CITY AND WORLDWIDE
Thin dark red horizontal divider bar with small heart and monogram accent.
Black and white photo of two men sharing an intimate moment with the New York City skyline at night behind them.
DIGITAL AND FILM PHOTOGRAPHER
SERVING MARYLAND, NEW YORK CITY AND WORLDWIDE
Thin dark red horizontal divider bar with small heart and monogram accent.
Plain white textured background image with subtle paper-like surface detail.
Couple sharing a golden sunset kiss near the water during a warm and intimate engagement photo session.

 

digital & film wedding photographer serving maryland and new york city

 

Diamond engagement ring nestled in a vibrant bouquet of red and pink flowers.
Groom lifting bride in wedding attire during golden hour outdoor portrait.
Black and white portrait of two bearded men laughing and sharing an intimate moment together.

Where real moments meet artful storytelling.

 

 

Your story deserves to be told in a way that feels honest and alive. The laughter that sneaks up on you and the way the room shifts when everyone you love is in it. The kind of joy you don’t rehearse, you just live.


I follow the rhythm of your day and hold it gently, capturing the heartbeat and the little details that make it entirely yours. Whether we’re celebrating in Maryland, New York City, or beyond, my goal is to make your memories feel as real, emotional, and beautiful as the day itself.


All you have to do is be yourselves. I’ll take care of the rest.

 

 

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meet

I'm the heart and soul behind The Valentin Collective. Photography has never just been a job for me. It’s a way to hold onto the unspoken moments that matter most. I believe in storytelling that feels like poetry, in images that don’t just capture what you looked like, but what you felt.


Get to know me
A couple relaxes together on a wooden dock reflected in a serene lake.

THE PORTFOLIO

This is what love looks like.

Weddings aren’t about perfect moments, they’re about real ones. From first looks to final dances, engagements in the golden hour to ceremonies that made everyone cry - I’ve been lucky enough to witness it all. Take a look and see how it all comes to life.


see past love stories
Bride and groom share romantic dance in black and white indoor wedding reception photo.

Your Story, Captured Naturally.

Every wedding and session is a story waiting to unfold — your story. I create space for emotion and connection to surface on their own, so nothing feels posed or performed. Just you, exactly as you are.


THE EXPERIENCE
Minimalist white background with subtle light reflections creating a clean, bright abstract image.
Love Letters typography logo in elegant red script and bold serif font on white background.
Bride and groom sharing a romantic kiss on a subway platform with a blurred train passing behind.

"Stephanie captured every moment with such care,

creativity, and authenticity. She made us feel comfortable and completely at ease in front of the camera, and the photos turned out even more beautiful than we could have imagined. Every smile, laugh, and little detail was perfectly captured. If you’re looking for someone who is talented, professional, and truly passionate about their craft, Valentin Collective is the one!"

with Love,
C & J
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Couple sharing a sweet embrace while sitting in a vibrant colorful flower field during golden hour.

Stephanie is such an amazing photographer! Stephanie made both of us feel comfortable and the entire experience felt natural. Her vision is what truly made it all come together and you could tell her focus was on us throughout the entire session.We received the photos and we are in LOVE. They looked like images from a movie and I could not believe they were photos of my boyfriend and I. I will definitely be using Stephanie for future shoots. 10/10 experience, I definitely recommend her.

with Love,
K & D
Love Letters typography logo in elegant red script and bold serif font on white background.
Elegant bridal flat lay with strappy heels, floral bouquet, rings, and a Her card on soft tulle fabric.

Stephanie was amazing. It's not just the great service and experience, but the photos speak for itself. She's absolutely talented as a photographer, amazing with how she creates the experience, and a truly caring person. We can't thank her enough and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for amazing photography.

with Love,
T & A
Love Letters typography logo in elegant red script and bold serif font on white background.
Black and white photo of a couple sharing a tender kiss while lying in a grassy field.

Where can I even begin? Stephanie is an amazing photographer. She produced the most beautiful pictures of my fiancée and I. I’m so uncomfortable in front of a camera (and awkward to say the least) and Stephanie was able to make the experience effortless and so so comfortable. I’m so happy with the way our photos turned out, and I can’t wait to book her for my wedding!

with Love,
N & K
Two wedding rings resting on a vintage copy of Gitanjali by Tagore in black and white.

 

For the memories that stay in your heart a lifetime.

 

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