Family, Maternity, Newborns & SeniorsPhotographyVallentyne

Torrey Pines State Reserve Wedding {A dream wedding overlooking the ocean!}

I am not exaggerating when I say that the light at Torrey Pines State Park was the most beautiful I have ever seen it on this wedding day! At first it looked like rain, and then the clouds turned magical. For a Spring wedding at Torrey Pines State Park, I don’t think I’ve ever seen it prettier. Spring weddings are my favorite because everything is so green and beautiful. Flowers are blooming and the skies are filled with gorgeous puffy clouds. I loved the intimacy of this small wedding on a clifftop overlooking the ocean in Southern California…

Such a dream come true and here are my a few of my favorite images!

If you’re searching for a San Diego photographer, I’d love to help you create something beautiful for your home.

Planning your own photos? Lets chat!

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As a portrait photographer, my goal is to capture people just as they are in this moment—real, unfiltered, and full of personality.⁣
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I work hard to see the real because that’s where the beauty is.⁣
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As a mom, I want to remember my kids exactly as they were—messy, joyful, and completely themselves. And no one embodies that better than toddlers. They don’t pose, they don’t fake a smile—they just are. Whether they’re flashing a toothy grin or wobbling their way through those first few steps, every expression is 100% real.⁣
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And that’s exactly why I love photographing them so much!

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As a portrait photographer, my goal is to capture people just as they are in this moment—real, unfiltered, and full of personality.⁣ ⁣ I work hard to see the real because that’s where the beauty is.⁣ ⁣ As a mom, I want to remember my kids exactly as they were—messy, joyful, and completely themselves. And no one embodies that better than toddlers. They don’t pose, they don’t fake a smile—they just are. Whether they’re flashing a toothy grin or wobbling their way through those first few steps, every expression is 100% real.⁣ ⁣ And that’s exactly why I love photographing them so much!

Preparing for your photo session? Keep it simple! ⁣
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I find solid colors (like white, cream, tan, or gray) or classic patterns like a soft floral photograph beautifully, and avoiding logos keeps the focus on you and your family. ⁠⁣
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Let’s make your session fun and easy! DM me with any questions.⁠⁣
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#vallentynephotography #carlsbadcalifornia⁣⁣
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Preparing for your photo session? Keep it simple! ⁣ ⁠⁣ I find solid colors (like white, cream, tan, or gray) or classic patterns like a soft floral photograph beautifully, and avoiding logos keeps the focus on you and your family. ⁠⁣ ⁣ Let’s make your session fun and easy! DM me with any questions.⁠⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #vallentynephotography #carlsbadcalifornia⁣⁣ ⁣

I’ve been photographing families in North County since 2005—bringing over 20 years of experience to every session! ✨⁣
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With a timeless, minimalist approach, my goal is to create images that feel true to your family—beautiful, natural, and meant to be cherished for generations.⁣
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💕 Ready to book? Link in bio!

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I’ve been photographing families in North County since 2005—bringing over 20 years of experience to every session! ✨⁣ ⁣ With a timeless, minimalist approach, my goal is to create images that feel true to your family—beautiful, natural, and meant to be cherished for generations.⁣ ⁣ 💕 Ready to book? Link in bio!

Newborns don’t need anything extra to be beautiful. Their soft skin, sleepy smiles, and little movements are perfect just as they are, and I’m here to help you remember them exactly this way.

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Newborns don’t need anything extra to be beautiful. Their soft skin, sleepy smiles, and little movements are perfect just as they are, and I’m here to help you remember them exactly this way.

I`m often asked, "When is the best age to do photos?"⁠⁣
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My answer? ⁠⁣
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"All of them"⁠

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I'm often asked, "When is the best age to do photos?"⁠⁣ ⁠⁣ My answer? ⁠⁣ ⁠⁣ "All of them"⁠

Love comes in all shapes—sometimes with 4 legs and a wagging tail!⁣
The best kind of photos? The ones that include everyone. 💕 Because let’s be honest, your dog is more than a pet—they’re part of your love story, too.

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Love comes in all shapes—sometimes with 4 legs and a wagging tail!⁣ The best kind of photos? The ones that include everyone. 💕 Because let’s be honest, your dog is more than a pet—they’re part of your love story, too.

 

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 beautiful portrait studio.

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

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As a portrait photographer, my goal is to capture people just as they are in this moment—real, unfiltered, and full of personality.⁣
⁣
I work hard to see the real because that’s where the beauty is.⁣
⁣
As a mom, I want to remember my kids exactly as they were—messy, joyful, and completely themselves. And no one embodies that better than toddlers. They don’t pose, they don’t fake a smile—they just are. Whether they’re flashing a toothy grin or wobbling their way through those first few steps, every expression is 100% real.⁣
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And that’s exactly why I love photographing them so much!

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As a portrait photographer, my goal is to capture people just as they are in this moment—real, unfiltered, and full of personality.⁣ ⁣ I work hard to see the real because that’s where the beauty is.⁣ ⁣ As a mom, I want to remember my kids exactly as they were—messy, joyful, and completely themselves. And no one embodies that better than toddlers. They don’t pose, they don’t fake a smile—they just are. Whether they’re flashing a toothy grin or wobbling their way through those first few steps, every expression is 100% real.⁣ ⁣ And that’s exactly why I love photographing them so much!

Preparing for your photo session? Keep it simple! ⁣
⁠⁣
I find solid colors (like white, cream, tan, or gray) or classic patterns like a soft floral photograph beautifully, and avoiding logos keeps the focus on you and your family. ⁠⁣
⁣
Let’s make your session fun and easy! DM me with any questions.⁠⁣
⁣
⁣
#vallentynephotography #carlsbadcalifornia⁣⁣
⁣

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Preparing for your photo session? Keep it simple! ⁣ ⁠⁣ I find solid colors (like white, cream, tan, or gray) or classic patterns like a soft floral photograph beautifully, and avoiding logos keeps the focus on you and your family. ⁠⁣ ⁣ Let’s make your session fun and easy! DM me with any questions.⁠⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #vallentynephotography #carlsbadcalifornia⁣⁣ ⁣

I’ve been photographing families in North County since 2005—bringing over 20 years of experience to every session! ✨⁣
⁣
With a timeless, minimalist approach, my goal is to create images that feel true to your family—beautiful, natural, and meant to be cherished for generations.⁣
⁣
💕 Ready to book? Link in bio!

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I’ve been photographing families in North County since 2005—bringing over 20 years of experience to every session! ✨⁣ ⁣ With a timeless, minimalist approach, my goal is to create images that feel true to your family—beautiful, natural, and meant to be cherished for generations.⁣ ⁣ 💕 Ready to book? Link in bio!

Newborns don’t need anything extra to be beautiful. Their soft skin, sleepy smiles, and little movements are perfect just as they are, and I’m here to help you remember them exactly this way.

9 1
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Newborns don’t need anything extra to be beautiful. Their soft skin, sleepy smiles, and little movements are perfect just as they are, and I’m here to help you remember them exactly this way.

I`m often asked, "When is the best age to do photos?"⁠⁣
⁠⁣
My answer? ⁠⁣
⁠⁣
"All of them"⁠

6 1
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I'm often asked, "When is the best age to do photos?"⁠⁣ ⁠⁣ My answer? ⁠⁣ ⁠⁣ "All of them"⁠

Love comes in all shapes—sometimes with 4 legs and a wagging tail!⁣
The best kind of photos? The ones that include everyone. 💕 Because let’s be honest, your dog is more than a pet—they’re part of your love story, too.

19 3
Open
Love comes in all shapes—sometimes with 4 legs and a wagging tail!⁣ The best kind of photos? The ones that include everyone. 💕 Because let’s be honest, your dog is more than a pet—they’re part of your love story, too.
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heather@vallentynephotography.com

760-672-2416

located in oceanside, california