Photo by Flavio Maciel Menezes

Thanks to her father's work as a film and video commercial director, Valeria was immersed in the world of photography and videography from a young age, learning from talented directors of photography and crew members. This experience left a lasting impression on her and paved the way for her future career.

Valeria started her professional life as a video editor, working with some of Brazil's most renowned directors before moving on to work for Latin America's largest commercial TV network, Rede Globo. However, it wasn't until she met her partner in 2012 that her passion for photography was truly ignited. Together, they traveled to incredible locations, capturing stunning photographs and creating unforgettable memories.

In 2018, Valeria and her partner relocated to the Bay Area, and Valeria's passion for photography quickly turned into her profession. For her, photography is not just about capturing beautiful images, but about connecting with people on a deeper level, capturing their unique beauty, emotion and humanity.

Living in the Bay Area allows Valeria to be close to an array of breathtaking landscapes, including the Redwood forests, the Pacific Ocean, lakes, deserts, and incredible mountains, as well as the vibrant city and people of San Francisco. She feels truly blessed to be able to combine her love of nature and photography in such an inspiring location.