As a photographer with a background in filmmaking and advertising, I don’t just capture moments. I craft narratives.
From personal brand portraits to dynamic corporate storytelling and engaging event photography, I create images that feel authentic, natural, and deeply human. Whether you’re a CEO shaping your brand, a company telling its story, or a team celebrating a milestone, my work ensures you are seen, not just photographed.
Let’s create something that speaks volumes.
📷 Visual Storytelling for
Professionals, Brands, and Events 🎬
Gallery








































Client Experience








CLIENT TALK
”I am impressed by the composition of the images. Valli has an eye for what works with CEO/founder images including action shots. She added her vision, thinking through my needs and goals. I appreciated her deep understanding of my space and how to convey my personality and presence.”
~ Nicole, CEO
"These photos helped me rebrand with confidence! The session was fun and the results were stunning."
~ Alex P., Tech Entrepreneur
"The images tell my story perfectly. I finally have a cohesive online presence!"
~ Rachel M., Fitness Coach
"The Legacy Session captured every part of my life—from boardroom meetings to family hikes. It was worth every penny."
~ Richard D., CEO
Valli B
Hi, I am Valli, a San Francisco Bay Area photographer. I stumbled into photography from the world of filmmaking, where I directed everything from snappy commercials to irreverent informative documentaries. My first feature doc, SunGanges, tackled water, energy, and climate in a way that ruffled feathers, bagged some shiny international awards, and landed on Netflix in 2019.
Now, I channel my, documentary-style spontaneity into personal brand photography, and it shows. Recipients say my shots feel like stories unfolding in real-time, capturing authentic, unscripted moments that highlight peoples' true spirit and energy. Perfect for building relatable and engaging brand stories.


Join us here!
Follow our work on our socials.
Mostly Harmless Photos© 2025. All rights reserved.
Links
PORTRAIT PACKAGES
EVENTS
GALLERY
WEDDINGS
CONTACT
ABOUT