About the Artist


Vanessa Helder, PPA Photographic Craftsman, is the owner and lead photographer at The Helder’s. She is a third-generation photographer and is following in her father and grandfather’s footsteps in the family tradition of expert photography, quality and service. Maybe it’s the years of experience. Maybe it’s the instant connection. Maybe it’s MAGIC! Whatever it is, she creates treasures of timeless beauty with her own special touch.
Vanessa is a member of the Professional Photographers of America, Professional Photographers of California and the past president of the Professional Photographers of Sacramento Valley.
Vanessa Helder creates portraits that capture the essence of relationships, the beauty of families and the uniqueness of individuals. Vanessa will produce artistic impressions that preserve the important moments in your life. “Because these are the moments you want to remember.”
“Photography for me is all consuming. I love what I do and so fortunate to do what I love.” The Helders Photography, Inc. has been a tradition in the Yuba-Sutter area since 1947. Vanessa Helder, PPA Photographic Craftsman, is a third-generation photographer and is following in her grandfather's and father's footsteps in carrying on the family tradition of providing expert photography, quality and service. Vanessa received her Photographic Craftsman degree from the Professional Photographers of America. This degree, one of the highest honors for professional photographers, is earned for exceptional service in the field of photography.

 

 

As a lifelong resident of the Yuba Sutter area, Vanessa's commitment to our community is reflected in the many service organizations to which she lends her time and talents.  She is a member of the Professional Photographers of America, Professional Photographers of California, and the past president of the Professional Photographers of Sacramento Valley. She is an active member of the Rotary Club of Marysville, and a 4-H leader.  She is also very active with Franklin 4-H, Sutter Union High School Grad Night and Sutter Union High School Trap Team. She is a wife and  proud mom to two sons.  And you can be certain that Vanessa's family portraits adorn the walls of her home.

Vanessa Helder creates portraits that capture the essence of relationships, the beauty of families and the uniqueness of individuals. Let Vanessa produce artistic impressions that preserve the important moments in your life.

 

A few things that Vanessa loves...

 

 

One of the best parts of being established in a community like the Yuba Sutter area, is that my clients come back year after year. I’ve photographed children, watch them grow up, and now I’m photographing their children. It’s a genuine pleasure to be part of my clients family traditions.

While working with my father and grandfather, they taught me core values of personal commitment, loyalty, reliability, generosity, respect and gratitude.

 

Vanessa Helder, PPA Photographic Craftsman, is the owner and lead photographer at The Helder’s. She is a third-generation photographer and is following in her father and grandfather’s footsteps in the family tradition of expert photography, quality and service. Maybe it’s the years of experience. Maybe it’s the instant connection. Maybe it’s MAGIC! Whatever it is, she creates treasures of timeless beauty with her own special touch.

 

Vanessa Helder creates portraits that capture the essence of relationships, the beauty of families and the uniqueness of individuals. Vanessa will produce artistic impressions that preserve the important moments in your life. “Because these are the moments you want to remember.”
For over 48 years The Helder’s has specialized in world class, fine portrait art…timeless images of families, children and seniors that you will cherish forever.

 

Vanessa is third generation photographer, She has been perfecting her craft for over 36 years! She is a member of Professional Photographers of America and Professional Photographers of Sacramento Valley, and she earned the prestigious Photographic Craftsman degree from Professional Photographers of America. In 2018, The Helders Photography was awarded as the Yuba County Champion (Yuba County Business of the Year)!  Her photographic art adorns the walls of museums, businesses and homes throughout the United States.