Family, Maternity, Newborns & SeniorsPhotographyVallentyne

{Lori and Erik} Mission Bay Wedding

Coordination: Pink Papaya Creative Events, Kristen Garuba
Florist: Jennifer Cole Florals
Ceremony & Reception Venue: The Dana, Mission Bay
Officiant: Jerry Bryant
Dessertier: Michele Coulon
Steel Drums: Island Sounds
Linens & Rentals: Wildflower Linens
Reception Music & Lighting: Still Listening, Michael Tiernan
Gown & Bridesmaids Dresses: Nicole Miller
Hair & Makeup: East of Bali Salon

Lori and Erik’s wedding turned out so many wonderful pictures, I really had a hard time narrowing down my favorites! They were so sweet together and so easy to work with, not to mention that they had amazing and perfect weather, setting, and gorgeous flowers and decor! Add it all together and it makes for an unforgettable wedding. Here are some favorites!

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Photography is about so much more than pictures—it’s about telling the story of your family, piece by piece. If you’d like your story told, I’d love to help.

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Photography is about so much more than pictures—it’s about telling the story of your family, piece by piece. If you’d like your story told, I’d love to help.

Many of my clients start with a maternity session and stay with me through newborn, family, and senior portraits. It’s a beautiful journey to share. If you’d like to start yours, let’s connect.

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Many of my clients start with a maternity session and stay with me through newborn, family, and senior portraits. It’s a beautiful journey to share. If you’d like to start yours, let’s connect.

The best portraits don’t happen because everyone posed perfectly—they happen because you were relaxed and connected. If that’s the experience you want, let’s plan it.

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The best portraits don’t happen because everyone posed perfectly—they happen because you were relaxed and connected. If that’s the experience you want, let’s plan it.

My goal is always to create portraits that feel timeless—photos you’ll still love when you look back years from now. If that’s what you’d like, let’s chat.

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My goal is always to create portraits that feel timeless—photos you’ll still love when you look back years from now. If that’s what you’d like, let’s chat.

Senior portraits going strong, I love the beautiful golden glow this time of year! 🌞 There’s something special about working with families year after year—seeing kids grow, parents change, and memories deepen. If you’d like that kind of long-term photographer, I’d love to be that for you.

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Senior portraits going strong, I love the beautiful golden glow this time of year! 🌞 There’s something special about working with families year after year—seeing kids grow, parents change, and memories deepen. If you’d like that kind of long-term photographer, I’d love to be that for you.

I’ve lived in North County all my life, and I still love exploring new corners of it with my clients. If you’d like me to suggest a spot you’ve never seen before, send me a message.

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I’ve lived in North County all my life, and I still love exploring new corners of it with my clients. If you’d like me to suggest a spot you’ve never seen before, send me a message.

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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.

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.