{Lauren and Mike} Destination Wedding Photography

Lauren and Mike were married in New Jersey on a beautiful Fall day…. like many East Coast days, rain was in the forecast but we got so lucky and were still able to get some great shots outdoors! This beautiful event was an amazing production. The wedding itself was so full of family and friends that the ceremony was simulcasted into another area for overflow guests! And the reception was so much fun, not only did they have almost 500 guests all ready for a great party, they also had a fun band and lots of entertaining events. There were so many pictures I loved… here are just a very few of my favorites! Special thanks to my good friend and fellow photographer who came all the way from Maine to shoot with me that day, Melissa Mullen Photography, you’re the best!

Planning your own photos? Lets chat!

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✨ Time for a 2025 refresh! ✨ If your LinkedIn, website, or business cards still feature an old headshot (or worse… a cropped vacation photo 😬), let’s fix that!⁣
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I’m hosting Branding Boost Sessions on Thursday, March 27, from 11 AM to 1 PM at my (𝗡𝗘𝗪!!) gorgeous historic downtown Oceanside studio. ⁣
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This one-day-only event is perfect for busy professionals who need a polished, modern headshot—quick and easy.⁣
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☘︎ 15-minute session⁣
☘︎ White, gray, or cream backdrop options⁣
☘︎ Expert direction & expression coaching⁣
☘︎ One fully retouched digital image (with more available!)⁣
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Only $190 per session. ⁣
Secure your spot with a $90 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁.⁣
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📩 DM me or email heather@vallentynephotography.com to book!⁣
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Spots are very limited, so don’t wait! ⁣
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Can’t make this one? Let me know, and I’ll add you to the list for next time.⁣
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More details here: ⁣
https://vallentynephotography.com/headshot-refresh-downtown-oceanside/
🤍 Hold onto every tiny moment while you can. #NewbornPhotography #TinyFingersBigLove #holdontothis #small
“I just want one good family photo.”⁣
⁣
I hear this all the time. And I get it! ⁣
⁣
But I promise—family photos aren’t about looking perfect. They’re about remembering what this stage of life feels like. The joy. The chaos. The love.
✨ Real life is full of movement, laughter, and a little bit of chaos—and that’s exactly what makes the best photos. Let them play, I’ll do the rest. 📸 #LetThemBeLittle #CandidChildhood #familyphotography
How many photos of your kids are on your phone right now?⁣
And how many of those do you actually see every day? Let’s change that. Let’s turn those moments into something real—something you’ll smile at when you walk down the hall, long after the kids have grown.

 

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.

✨ Time for a 2025 refresh! ✨ If your LinkedIn, website, or business cards still feature an old headshot (or worse… a cropped vacation photo 😬), let’s fix that!⁣
⁣
I’m hosting Branding Boost Sessions on Thursday, March 27, from 11 AM to 1 PM at my (𝗡𝗘𝗪!!) gorgeous historic downtown Oceanside studio. ⁣
⁣
This one-day-only event is perfect for busy professionals who need a polished, modern headshot—quick and easy.⁣
⁣
☘︎ 15-minute session⁣
☘︎ White, gray, or cream backdrop options⁣
☘︎ Expert direction & expression coaching⁣
☘︎ One fully retouched digital image (with more available!)⁣
⁣
Only $190 per session. ⁣
Secure your spot with a $90 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁.⁣
⁣
📩 DM me or email heather@vallentynephotography.com to book!⁣
⁣
Spots are very limited, so don’t wait! ⁣
⁣
Can’t make this one? Let me know, and I’ll add you to the list for next time.⁣
⁣
More details here: ⁣
https://vallentynephotography.com/headshot-refresh-downtown-oceanside/
🤍 Hold onto every tiny moment while you can. #NewbornPhotography #TinyFingersBigLove #holdontothis #small
“I just want one good family photo.”⁣
⁣
I hear this all the time. And I get it! ⁣
⁣
But I promise—family photos aren’t about looking perfect. They’re about remembering what this stage of life feels like. The joy. The chaos. The love.
✨ Real life is full of movement, laughter, and a little bit of chaos—and that’s exactly what makes the best photos. Let them play, I’ll do the rest. 📸 #LetThemBeLittle #CandidChildhood #familyphotography
How many photos of your kids are on your phone right now?⁣
And how many of those do you actually see every day? Let’s change that. Let’s turn those moments into something real—something you’ll smile at when you walk down the hall, long after the kids have grown.

email directly:

heather@vallentynephotography.com

760-672-2416

located in oceanside, california