Life, Values & Legacy: Our Chat with Veronika Gant of Alamo Ranch area

Veronika Gant shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.

Good morning Veronika, we’re so happy to have you here with us and we’d love to explore your story and how you think about life and legacy and so much more. So let’s start with a question we often ask: What’s more important to you—intelligence, energy, or integrity?
Integrity is the most important to me because it’s the foundation for trust and lasting relationships-both personally and professionally. Without integrity, intelligence and energy can be misdirected or even harmful. That said, I believe energy is what drives us to act on our values, so I strive to combine integrity with the enthusiasm and determination needed to make a positive impact.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Veronika Gant, and I’m a fine art and commercial photographer living in beautiful San Antonio, Texas. My journey started back in Slovakia in 2011, where I fell in love with photography’s magic — the ability to freeze a feeling, a connection, a moment that will never happen the same way again. When I moved to the U.S., I brought that same passion with me, determined to create not just photographs, but experiences my clients would treasure.
For me, every session is about more than clicking the shutter — it’s about building trust, sharing laughter, and capturing the energy that makes someone truly themselves. Alongside my photography, I run VG Gallery of Art, where I design digital backdrops, newborn outfits, and creative props for photographers all over the world. I’m also the founder of San Antonio Super Moms, a community that connects, supports, and celebrates mothers and small businesses in our city.

Everything I do comes from a place of love for people and their stories. My greatest joy is knowing that something I’ve created — whether it’s a portrait, a piece of art, or a safe space for connection — can inspire, uplift, and be cherished for years to come.

Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
One of the moments that shaped how I see the world was when I left my home country of Slovakia and moved to the United States. Starting over in a new place, far from family and everything familiar, taught me how much strength and resilience we carry inside us — often more than we realize. It also showed me the power of connection: how a kind word, a shared smile, or a helping hand from a stranger can completely change your day.
Since then, I’ve looked at life with more gratitude. I’ve learned to notice the beauty in small, everyday moments and to value people’s stories, because everyone is carrying something we can’t always see. That perspective deeply influences my work as a photographer — I’m not just capturing how someone looks, but the depth, courage, and unique journey that makes them who they are.

When did you stop hiding your pain and start using it as power?
I think the turning point for me was when I realized that hiding my pain wasn’t protecting me — it was isolating me. For a long time, I kept my struggles to myself, thinking that strength meant carrying everything alone. But life has a way of teaching you that real strength often comes from letting people in, from allowing yourself to be seen in your rawest, most human moments.
I began to share my story in small ways – with friends, with clients, and even through my photography. What surprised me was how many people quietly said, ‘Me too.’ That’s when I understood that pain, when we face it and own it, can become a bridge to others. It can make you softer, more empathetic, and more determined to create something beautiful from it.

Now, I use my experiences – the hard and the beautiful – as fuel. They remind me that every person I meet carries a hidden story, and my work, my art, and my presence can be a safe place for them to be fully themselves.

Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? What are the biggest lies your industry tells itself?
In photography, one of the biggest lies we tell ourselves is that it’s all about the perfect image – the flawless pose, the perfect light, the perfect edit. We’ve convinced ourselves that perfection is what clients value most, but in reality, what they remember is how they felt in that moment.
I’ve met clients who came in worried about their hair or their outfit but left glowing because they felt truly seen and celebrated. That’s the magic – and it can’t be Photoshopped. The industry sometimes forgets that our real job isn’t just creating a beautiful picture; it’s creating a beautiful experience.

A technically perfect photo without soul is just a picture. But an image that carries genuine emotion becomes a memory – and that’s what lasts.

Okay, so before we go, let’s tackle one more area. When do you feel most at peace?
I feel most at peace when I’m in nature with my loved ones, fully present in the moment — no rushing, no thinking about the next task, just being there. Nature has always been my safe place, the space where I can breathe deeper and feel grounded. I even bring it into my own backyard. Recently, I set up hummingbird feeders, hoping they would find them — and they did.
Now, even between sessions or in the middle of a busy day, I’ll take a few minutes to sit quietly by the window and watch them. Their tiny wings, their graceful movements… it’s like a little reminder from the universe to slow down and appreciate life’s simple beauty. Those moments fill me with a deep sense of peace and gratitude.

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