Velardo Photography

10/20/2025

E L I | S E N I O R
High school senior portraits are one of my favorite types of photo shoots. I’ve watched Eli grow up from a little boy to a young man and I can’t be more excited about his next chapter in life.

Two years ago I took his sister’s senior photos and this year it was his time as a high school senior. Wishing you God’s wisdom, guidance, and protection as you step into the years to come.

07/17/2025

I’m grateful for the people who entrust me to capture milestone moments in their lives. A few years ago Malik + Michelle asked me to photograph their engagement photos in Fort Tryon Park. Fast forward to last month when they were just weeks from welcoming their first child.

And now, their beautiful baby girl is filling their life with great joy!

06/19/2025

06/19/2025

W E L L N E S S C A M P
It’s been a joy to partner with over the last few months. My dear friend Charlotte is leading an incredible organization and impacting so many women. I’m grateful to be on the room and to personally receive so much treasure.

On June 7 we gathered on Governor’s Island for Wellness Camp. So sweet indeed.

06/19/2025

The views of NYC
Living in NYC is hard.
Living in NYC is expensive.
Living in NYC takes all my effort at times to navigate commuting, carrying heavy things up and down a fourth floor walk up.
Living in NYC is filled with frequent goodbyes as people come and go.

But NYC is also full of frequent hellos.
Rare moments and opportunities.
Unique perspectives.
And incredible views!

The views never stop. God’s faithfulness through every high and low never fades.

Matthew 5:14: “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.”

03/29/2025

E N G A G E M E N T P H O T O S
A throwback theme to 2000 when Rendell + Kawana met in high school. It was a time when the art of passing notes was a thing. Pieces of paper that said, ‘Do you like me? Check yes or no.’

A NYC couple ready for their wedding day in less than a month.

02/09/2025

R O O S E V E L T I S L A N D
Sunday night sunset walk. The views never get old!

02/07/2025

W E D D I N G D E T A I L S
One of my favorite things to photograph at a wedding are the details.

🌸: My incredibly talented friend coming soon to instagram

01/03/2025

W O J O F A M I L Y
Golden Hour
Fort Tryon
Family Portraits
Toddler sweetness + smiles

I’m always grateful when my first entrust their family portraits to me. Grateful for an hour of quality time, capturing moments, childlike wonder, and being in the midst of one of the most beautiful locations in NYC.

Then do it all at the golden hour!
Perfection…

12/20/2024

Grown up Christmas wishes…