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Mom in denim dress and Dad in white polo shirt hold hands of one year old little girl with pigtails walking through a green lush field with sun glowing behind them.

Around Raleigh

As a Raleigh family photographer, the NC Museum of Art Park is one of my most recommended locations – and for good reason. I’ve photographed families, maternity mamas, and milestone babies here, and it consistently delivers with beautiful light, lush backdrops, and an atmosphere that makes everyone feel relaxed and at ease. Here’s everything you […]

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If you’re planning your kid’s birthday celebration in Raleigh you’re in for a treat! From indoor play zones and charming parks to unique creative studios, our city offers a mix of venues that cater to every age and interest. Whether it’s a first birthday bash or 10th, we’ve rounded up some of the coolest locations […]

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Whether you’re new to Raleigh or you were born and raised here like me, keeping up with the new local businesses is no easy task – things are always changing! Our vibrant city is home to so many wonderful small businesses like mine, and I love to give them my support whenever I can. Since […]

The Five Points intersection in Raleigh, NC with the Hayes Barton Pharmacy in the background and other store fronts.

Around Raleigh

There are a lot of reasons that Raleigh natives like me love the Five Points neighborhood. It’s close to the action of downtown but really family friendly, it’s walkable, and has a great eclectic vibe. The neighbors are welcoming, the dogs are top notch, and it is home to some of the best small businesses […]

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It’s hard to believe we’re over halfway through with April, which means that Mother’s Day is quickly approaching and I’m here to help with a gift guide full of my favorites. As a mom who works a lot with other moms, I think I’ve got some great insight into what we love! 1. This Mother’s […]

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Okay so I have been a photographer here in Raleigh for over five years now, so it’s probably time to tell you all a little more about me right!? Hello, I’m Valerie Worth of Worth Capturing! I’m that silly, laid back mom & photographer who has mastered the monkey sound to coax laughs out of […]

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In 2021, our family began building a new home (just across the street from our previous home) in the Five Points neighborhood which meant that my in-home Raleigh, NC photography studio would be moving as well. This was such an exciting time for us and for Worth Capturing! We had done home renovations before, but […]