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Authentic, Timeless Photography for Families Who Value Real Moments

One minute, they’re tiny and holding your hand everywhere you go.

The next, they’re borrowing your shoes and rolling their eyes at your jokes.

Time moves fast, but photography lets you hold onto the moments that matter.

 

For over 20 years, I’ve been helping families capture the real, unscripted beauty of their lives—

whether it’s a maternity glow, newborn snuggles, toddlers on the move, or a senior ready go out into the world.

 

As a North County local, I know the best hidden gems from Oceanside and Carlsbad to San Diego,

the perfect lighting and backgrounds, and how to make your session feel natural and fun.

 

From planning to finished artwork, I make the process simple, so you can focus on what matters most—

being present with the people you love.

 

I’d love to hear more about your family and what you’re looking for.

Feel free to reach out—I’d love to chat!

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Hi, I’m Heather!

I’m based in Oceanside and specialize in capturing family connections with a clean, bright, and natural style. Whether you’re drawn to the stunning backdrop of an outdoor location (I know all the best spots!) or the simplicity of a modern studio session, my goal is to create images that feel true to you.

With two decades of experience, I make the process easy and enjoyable, so you can relax and focus on the people who matter most. Let’s create something special together!

Get in touch—I’d love to chat.

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Vallentyne Photography is located in coastal Oceanside, California.

Serving North County, San Diego County, and Orange County with local portrait sessions in Oceanside, Carlsbad, Vista, San Elijo, La Costa, Encinitas, Rancho Santa Fe, Solana Beach, Cardiff, and Del Mar.

Travel is also available for a few destination weddings & portraits every year.

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Vallentyne Photography is a portrait studio in Oceanside, CA, serving North County and San Diego. With 20 years of experience, we specialize in natural, timeless portraits for families, maternity, newborns, and seniors—capturing genuine moments on location or in our historic, ocean-view studio.

We’re here to make the process easy and enjoyable. Let’s start with a quick chat about what matters most to you. If we’re a good fit, we’d be honored to create portraits you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

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Out of Office + Off the Grid🌞🙌🏼🥰

This week I’m unplugging—no emails, no scrolling, no service. Just nature, friendship, and a long-awaited bucket list hike to Havasupai Falls. We’re talking real offline: sleeping under the stars, doing hard things, pushing limits, and soaking in the kind of beauty that resets your soul.

I believe in the power of stepping away, getting muddy, doing something challenging—and coming back better for it. This is how I reboot my creativity, refill the well, and return inspired to keep creating meaningful, beautiful photos for the people I’m honored to call clients.

See you next week—refreshed, recharged, and probably with sore legs and a very full heart.

#outofoffice #havasupaifalls #offthegrid #bucketlisthike #creativityreboot #getoutside #photographerlife #rechargeyourself #doinghardthings #naturetherapy #northcountysandiegophotographer

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Out of Office + Off the Grid🌞🙌🏼🥰 This week I’m unplugging—no emails, no scrolling, no service. Just nature, friendship, and a long-awaited bucket list hike to Havasupai Falls. We’re talking real offline: sleeping under the stars, doing hard things, pushing limits, and soaking in the kind of beauty that resets your soul. I believe in the power of stepping away, getting muddy, doing something challenging—and coming back better for it. This is how I reboot my creativity, refill the well, and return inspired to keep creating meaningful, beautiful photos for the people I’m honored to call clients. See you next week—refreshed, recharged, and probably with sore legs and a very full heart. #outofoffice #havasupaifalls #offthegrid #bucketlisthike #creativityreboot #getoutside #photographerlife #rechargeyourself #doinghardthings #naturetherapy #northcountysandiegophotographer

Your future self will thank you.⁣
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I know adding “family photos” to your plate might feel like one more thing. But trust me—you won’t regret having these. You’ll only regret not doing it sooner.

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Your future self will thank you.⁣ ⁣ You’re busy. ⁣ I know adding “family photos” to your plate might feel like one more thing. But trust me—you won’t regret having these. You’ll only regret not doing it sooner.

There’s nothing quite like the way a newborn fits perfectly in their mama’s arms. 💕⁣
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These first few weeks are a blur love so big it almost doesn’t seem real. But it is. And it deserves to be remembered.⁣
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Let’s capture these tender, fleeting moments—because they’re only this tiny once. ✨⁣
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Ready to book your newborn session? Link in bio!

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There’s nothing quite like the way a newborn fits perfectly in their mama’s arms. 💕⁣ ⁣ These first few weeks are a blur love so big it almost doesn’t seem real. But it is. And it deserves to be remembered.⁣ ⁣ Let’s capture these tender, fleeting moments—because they’re only this tiny once. ✨⁣ ⁣ Ready to book your newborn session? Link in bio!

Senior year is a whirlwind—big dreams, bold moves, and the start of something new. Let’s capture who they are in this moment before they take on the world. 🎓✨ #SeniorPortraits #ClassOf2025 #nextchapter

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Senior year is a whirlwind—big dreams, bold moves, and the start of something new. Let’s capture who they are in this moment before they take on the world. 🎓✨ #SeniorPortraits #ClassOf2025 #nextchapter

Your baby, just as they are. Every stretch, every tiny fist, every peaceful sigh—captured in a way that feels as natural and beautiful as this fleeting season of life. ✨

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Your baby, just as they are. Every stretch, every tiny fist, every peaceful sigh—captured in a way that feels as natural and beautiful as this fleeting season of life. ✨

Senior portraits are about so much more than a cap and gown—they’re about celebrating who you are right now, in this moment. Your personality, your dreams, your confidence.⁣
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Let’s create images that feel natural, timeless, and so you. 💙⁣
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Ready to book your senior session? Click the link in my bio!

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Senior portraits are about so much more than a cap and gown—they’re about celebrating who you are right now, in this moment. Your personality, your dreams, your confidence.⁣ ⁣ Let’s create images that feel natural, timeless, and so you. 💙⁣ ⁣ Ready to book your senior session? Click the link in my bio!
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heather@vallentynephotography.com

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located in oceanside, california