Family, Maternity, Newborns & SeniorsPhotographyVallentyne

Proposal + Engagement Photos, Encinitas Meditation Gardens

Surprise Proposal, Engagement Photos, Encinitas Meditation Gardens, Self-Realization Fellowship Meditation Gardens. This famous garden is in beautiful Encinitas, California. Surrounded by giant trees and the rugged coastline, this location has breathtaking views that can only be expressed in one word—awe inspiring. We were lucky enough to be able to take proposal and engagement photos at the Self Realization Fellowship meditation gardens in Encinitas, CA. The gardens were beautiful and provided such a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere when photographing that it made it easy to capture some of the most memorable shots. We love going there as often as we can, whether it’s for senior portraits, engagement photos or even wedding portraits! What happens when you take your engagement photos at the most beautiful location you could imagine, and then surprise your partner with a proposal? The start of a beautiful life together!

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

Here are some of my favorites from the day!

Surprise Proposal, Engagement Photos, Encinitas Meditation Gardens, Self-Realization Fellowship Meditation Gardens

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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.⁣
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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! ⁣
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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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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! ✨⁣
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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!

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?"⁠⁣
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My answer? ⁠⁣
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"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.

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.⁣
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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.

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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"⁠

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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

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