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Twin Oaks House & Gardens Wedding | San Marcos Photographer

Erin and David’s lovely Spring wedding was on a beautiful sunshine filled day! We have been having so much rain here in Southern California that the countryside was just about as beautiful as I have ever seen it! Congratulations Erin & David- your wedding was magical!

FAVORITE WEDDING MOMENT:

My absolute favorite moment of their wedding day was the second that David saw Erin about to walk down the aisle. As soon as the church door opened there was so much emotion on his face and his best man kept looking at him with a huge smile on his face too- he just knew what a huge moment it was for David too.

BEAUTIFUL WEDDING STYLE:

I was in love with the charming, vintage feel of the whole day. Twin Oaks House and Gardens is full of such beautiful scenery, it really is a photographer’s dream. All of the historic and vintage details, along with the soft color palette for the bridesmaids and bouquets made the theme of the wedding feel really cohesive.

OUR FAVORITE WEDDING PHOTO:

The light was absolutely beautiful after the ceremony. With sunshine filtering in through the trees, I just love the photos of the bride and groom walking down the path and sitting together on the vintage furniture placed on the front lawn.

SAN MARCOS WEDDING VENUES:

St. Thomas More Catholic Church AND Twin Oaks House & Gardens

THANK YOU:

Thank you for having us with you on your wedding day! We had such a wonderful time capturing your story! 🙂

WEDDING TEAM:

Ceremony: St. Thomas More Catholic Church Wedding

Venue, Coordinator, Caterer, & Reception: Twin Oaks House & Gardens Wedding Reception

Flowers: Flowers by Erin

DJ: Mike Hogan (Entertainment at Large)

Cupcakes:Cute Cakes Escondido

San Diego Candy Buffets: Smores Bar

Bridal gown: Oleg Cassini from David’s Bridal

Bridemaids gowns: Jenny Packam from David’s Bridal

Groom and groomsmen: Men’s Wearhouse

Photobooth: The FotoBox

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Collage of bridesmaids in robes, bride smiling, and lace dress at Twin Oaks House & Gardens Wedding Reception outdoors.

A garden fountain, jeweled bracelet, and bouquet with blue flowers from a Twin Oaks House & Gardens Wedding Reception. A collage of wedding shoes, a crystal chandelier, and florals at a Twin Oaks House & Gardens Wedding Reception. Bride in a lace gown gets ready with bridesmaids at Twin Oaks House & Gardens, reflected in ornate vintage mirrors. A bride in a lace dress smiles at Twin Oaks House & Gardens; another photo highlights her crossed legs and peep-toe heels. A bride in lace stands by a window, smiling, before her St. Thomas More Catholic Church wedding. Bride smiling as two flower girls adjust her dress at Twin Oaks House & Gardens; girls hugging in white dresses. A woman in a wedding dress at her St. Thomas More Catholic Church wedding. Left: Woman in a blue dress holds a pastel bouquet. Right: Two girls with a "Here Comes My Auntie" sign at the wedding reception. A modern church with a cross and a sign welcomes guests to your St. Thomas More Catholic Church Wedding.

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Vallentyne Photography is a portrait studio in Oceanside, CA, with a newborn studio in Carlsbad, 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 beautiful portrait studio.

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Your photos shouldn’t just sit on a computer—they should live in albums, frames, and prints you see every day. If that sounds right to you, I’d love to help design it.

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Your photos shouldn’t just sit on a computer—they should live in albums, frames, and prints you see every day. If that sounds right to you, I’d love to help design it.

Being part of this community means I get to photograph people in the same places I grew up. That history makes each session even more special. If you’d like to create your own memories here, let’s connect.

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Being part of this community means I get to photograph people in the same places I grew up. That history makes each session even more special. If you’d like to create your own memories here, let’s connect.

My clients often say the hardest part was just reaching out—after that, I guide them through everything. If you’ve been thinking about photos, I’d love to make it easy for you.

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My clients often say the hardest part was just reaching out—after that, I guide them through everything. If you’ve been thinking about photos, I’d love to make it easy for you.

When people ask what kind of portraits I do, the answer is simple: ones that show love, connection, and personality. If that’s what you want, I’d love to create it with you.

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When people ask what kind of portraits I do, the answer is simple: ones that show love, connection, and personality. If that’s what you want, I’d love to create it with you.

Every wall in your home tells a story. I’d love to help you design artwork that reflects the people you love most. If you’d like that, let’s start planning.

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Every wall in your home tells a story. I’d love to help you design artwork that reflects the people you love most. If you’d like that, let’s start planning.

What I’ve learned over 20 years is that every family has their own rhythm, and the best portraits come when I let that guide the session. If you’d like photos that feel like your family, let’s chat.

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What I’ve learned over 20 years is that every family has their own rhythm, and the best portraits come when I let that guide the session. If you’d like photos that feel like your family, let’s chat.
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