Family, Maternity, Newborns & SeniorsPhotographyVallentyne

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On July 19th 2008, April and Jason Bellemy were married in Ramona, California with a beautiful reception at the Rancho Bernardo Courtyard. The RB Courtyard was a new place for me to shoot a reception and I was so impressed! The lighting and flowers and were gorgeous and the courtyard was so romantic and private! On the way from the ceremony to the reception, we got a chance to stop and shoot in some of the beautiful open spaces in Ramona. I think open countryside is one of my favorite places to shoot and I had so much fun working with April and Jason! The whole event was so well put together by Marjeri Smith of Events by Design and the team she assembled!

Marjeri Smith of Events by Design
Catering: Continental Catering
Flowers: Linda Lopez (760) 315-5291
Cake: Marina Martin (760) 789-6970

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What I love most about portraits is that they’re not just pictures—they’re memories you’ll walk by every day on your walls. If you’d like that for your family, let’s connect.

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What I love most about portraits is that they’re not just pictures—they’re memories you’ll walk by every day on your walls. If you’d like that for your family, let’s connect.

Some of the most rewarding moments come from photographing families over time—engagements, weddings, babies, and growing kids. It’s such an honor to be trusted with those milestones. I’d love to be part of your story too—reach out when you’re ready.

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Some of the most rewarding moments come from photographing families over time—engagements, weddings, babies, and growing kids. It’s such an honor to be trusted with those milestones. I’d love to be part of your story too—reach out when you’re ready.

Full-service photography means I don’t just take your photos—I help with planning, wardrobe, locations, and artwork for your walls. If that sounds like what you’ve been looking for, let’s talk.

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Full-service photography means I don’t just take your photos—I help with planning, wardrobe, locations, and artwork for your walls. If that sounds like what you’ve been looking for, let’s talk.

Having lived here my whole life, I know the hidden trails, secret beaches, and quiet fields that make for the most beautiful portraits. Want me to share some of my favorite spots with you? Send me a note.

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Having lived here my whole life, I know the hidden trails, secret beaches, and quiet fields that make for the most beautiful portraits. Want me to share some of my favorite spots with you? Send me a note.

Whether you’re drawn to natural outdoor settings or timeless studio portraits, I offer both so your photos feel like you. I’d love to create something meaningful together—reach out and let’s chat.

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Whether you’re drawn to natural outdoor settings or timeless studio portraits, I offer both so your photos feel like you. I’d love to create something meaningful together—reach out and let’s chat.

After 20 years as a photographer, one thing has never changed: people just want to feel seen, valued, and remembered. That’s exactly what I create. Curious about how it works? Let’s start the conversation.

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After 20 years as a photographer, one thing has never changed: people just want to feel seen, valued, and remembered. That’s exactly what I create. Curious about how it works? Let’s start the conversation.

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.

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What I love most about portraits is that they’re not just pictures—they’re memories you’ll walk by every day on your walls. If you’d like that for your family, let’s connect.

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