Valerie Smith Photography

05/29/2026

This time of year can feel a little bit crazy. Between end-of-school-year activities and getting ready for summer, there's a lot going on.

Around here, both our homeschool and my teens' small school has wrapped up for the summer, and I’m breathing a sigh of relief over the slower pace and chance to sleep in a little.

How’s your Maycember going? Let me know in the comments — or just drop an emoji that sums it up. Because let’s be real, sometimes an emoji is all you have energy for😅

05/23/2026

A much-longed-for baby, two parents eagerly awaiting his arrival, and the most gorgeous mountain location for this extra-special maternity session.

Getting to document seasons like this is always such an honor.

05/22/2026

Sunlight falling on him.

Just a quiet, ordinary moment at home.
These are the moments I want to remember.

2026 Family Yearbook Project

05/21/2026

Pre-K through 8th grade school photo share: sibling groups, big personalities, shy smiles, and everything in between.💛

So much energy & personality in these kids!

05/18/2026

Great Falls families, you don't need perfectly behaved kids for beautiful family photos. Your children can run, laugh, explore, and just be kids. My sessions are relaxed, playful, and built around real connection instead of stiff posing. Now booking summer family sessions.
https://www.valeriesmithphotography.com/family-photography-great-falls-mt

Relaxed, kid-friendly family photo sessions that capture the love, laughter, and everyday moments that make your family yours in Great Falls & Cascade County

05/18/2026

🎓There's something extra special about celebrating milestones that represents so much hard work & determination.

Loved getting to photograph this senior session. The photo with his proud mom just might be one of my favorites! ❤️

05/14/2026

And we have a winner for the Mother's Day mom & kids photo contest!🎉

The winning family is the Sinclairs!

I’m so excited for them to receive a full family session, and I can’t wait to capture more memories for them soon!

And to every mom who was part of these sessions—thank you for trusting me with a little part of your story. It was an honor to photograph you.

05/13/2026

Just one day left to vote in this year’s Mother’s Day mom & kids photo contest!

If you’ve been meaning to vote, now’s the time 💛

👉 Check out the contest & vote here: https://www.valeriesmithphotography.com/blog/great-falls-mothers-day-photo-contest

I’ll be announcing the winner tomorrow!

05/05/2026

I photographed some of the sweetest moms + kids here in Great Falls a couple weeks ago… and now it’s time for you to help me choose a winner💛

Each family from this year’s Mother’s Day mom & kid minis is entered into a photo contest, and one of them will receive a full family or newborn session.

Check out the contest & vote for your favorite photo below. You might even recognize someone you know😉

👉 Vote here: https://www.valeriesmithphotography.com/blog/great-falls-mothers-day-photo-contest

05/03/2026

𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬, 𝐌𝐓🌸
If you’re looking for a Mother’s Day brunch in Great Falls, dinner specials, or fun things to do for Mother's Day, I put together a local guide to make planning easier.

It includes:
-lots of local brunch options
-dinner options
-local things to do
-experience gifts, gifts to pamper, & shop local options

Sharing in case it helps someone!💛 Feel free to pass it along.

👉 https://www.valeriesmithphotography.com/blog/mothers-day-great-falls-mt

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