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A step-by-step guide to beautiful heirloom children’s portraits from Valerie Worth of Worth Capturing Photography. Studio conveniently located near downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. Did you have an heirloom portrait done as a child? Or maybe you’ve seen the beautiful portraits I’ve shared on my social media or website? However you learned of this special offering, […]
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 […]
Embarking on the adventure of a lifetime, this first-time mama-to-be decided to document such a special time with not just one, but two distinct maternity sessions. We started in the studio, focusing on her solo portraits in a serene and intimate setting. On a gorgeous evening at golden hour, we met at the azalea garden […]
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 […]
Alright, you’ve booked a Spring family photo session – way to go! Spring is such a gorgeous time in our area and with the warmer weather it can make for some seriously beautiful family photos. Now, I know the next big question is “what in the world are we going to wear!?”. Whether you’re dressing […]
If you’re like me, your pets are incredibly important members of your family. So, when it comes time to take family photos I completely understand wanting to include them and I highly encourage it! I worked in veterinary medicine for over thirteen years, so being around animals is something that brings me great joy. Today, […]
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 […]
When it came time to celebrate Esme’s first birthday, I was so excited that Mom reached out to document it with a studio photography session! I had the honor of capturing Esme as a newborn, and again at 7 months old – so I knew I was going to be in for a treat with […]
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 […]
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 […]
If you’re already a follower of mine then it’s probably no surprise that I love working with pets during family & newborn sessions. So, when Jenny reached out to me about hiring me for maternity and newborn photography including their two precious mini labradoodles in Apex, North Carolina, I was ecstatic! Not only are their […]
Styles of Newborn Photography When you’re researching local options for a Raleigh lifestyle newborn photographer, you’ll quickly notice that there are very different types of sessions (often lifestyle vs. studio) but each can vary greatly based on the photographer that you choose. Are you interested in having photos of your baby photographed in a studio […]
