Balboa Park Wedding Photography | Gretchen + Stefan

There is nothing more classic and timeless than a traditional church ceremony with wedding photos afterwards in Balboa Park! I loved working with Gretchen and Stefan, they were so easy going and positive from the start. We had so much fun shooting all around Balboa Park and I loved how the photos turned out! Here are a few of my favorite images….feel free to pin or leave a comment, we’d love to hear from you!
xo, Heather
1-760-672-2416
heather@vallentynephotography.com

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A special thanks to my dear friend Kehaulani for referring this wedding!

Another special thanks to all the vendors who made this day wonderful for Gretchen and Stefan!

Coordinator, Adrianne McCraw
Caterer, Stone Brewing Co.
Florist, Mission Hills Florise
Ceremony Musicians, Vintage Strings
DJ, JMC Events, Adam Loatman
Cake, none
Videographer, none
Stationer, none
Hair, Muse Salon, Monique Urbina
Makeup, Valerie Vonprisk
Bridal Gown, Brides by Demetrios
Bridesmaid Dresses, Anthropologie
Groom’s Attire, Men’s Wearhouse
Groomsmen Attire, Men’s Wearhouse
Rings, Serengeti Company

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First father-son moments. My newborn style is simple, no props, just beautiful portraits to capture the tininess of your new baby.

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Not trying to be dramatic- just honest. This season flies.

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From dance parties to giggles to group hugs, I’m all about making sessions fun for everyone involved—even the kiddos! 🥰 It’s all about capturing the real and beautiful moments in between. #SanDiegoFamilyPhotos #RealConnections

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Client spotlight: ‘The photos were stunning, and Heather’s attention to detail really showed.’ From consultation to delivery, I’m here to make every detail count. #NorthCountySanDiegoPhotographer #QualityMatters

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As a portrait photographer, my goal is to create images that capture the person I’m photographing as they truly are in this moment in life. ⁠
⁠
I work really hard to see the “real” because I find that beautiful. ⁠
⁠
As a mother, I want to look back at photos of my children and remember them as they’re authentic little selves.⁠
⁠
The gift of toddlers is that they ONLY exist in “the real”. They haven’t learned to pose yet. They don’t have a rehearsed “picture face”. You will never get a fake smile from a two or three year old! ⁠
⁠
And that is why I LOVE working with them so much!⁠

#VallentynePhotography #carlsbadfamilyphotographer #oceansidefamilyphotographer #encinitasfamilyphotographer #delmarfamilyphotographer #lajollafamilyphotographer #ranchosantafefamilyphotographer #sandiegofamilyphotographer #carlsbadphotographer #oceansidephotographer #encinitasphotographer #delmarphotographer #lajollaphotographer #ranchosantafephotographer #beachfamilyphotos #familyphotographer #familyphotography #lifestylefamilyphotography #joyfulfamilyphotos #naturalfamilyphotography #portraitphotographer #sandiegolifestylephotographer #northcountysandiego #southerncaliforniaphotographer #vallentynephotography #timelessportraiture
Pregnancy is an incredible journey, and a portrait session is the perfect way to celebrate! Here are a few essentials to keep in mind:⁠
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• Ideal Timing: Aim to schedule your session between 29–36 weeks, so you’ll have a beautiful bump without risking any surprise arrivals!⁠
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• Skin Prep: To keep your skin looking smooth, avoid tight waistbands or bracelets that could leave marks before the session.⁠
⁠
• Wardrobe Tips: Tighter clothing looks amazing in maternity photos, helping us show off your gorgeous bump. Don’t be afraid to bring those fitted favorites!⁠
⁠
• Elegant Studio Style: If you’re up for it, consider a few tasteful, semi-nude shots. I have all the fabric needed for a sophisticated, classic look.⁠
⁠
• Include Your Loved Ones: Feel free to invite your partner, children, and anyone special to be part of this moment with you! 💫⁠
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Click the link in my bio to reserve your session!

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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.

First father-son moments. My newborn style is simple, no props, just beautiful portraits to capture the tininess of your new baby.

#newbornphotographer #newbornphotography #carlsbadnewbornphotographer #oceansidenewbornphotographer #sandiegonewbornphotographer #encinitasnewbornphotographer #newbornportraits #newbornsession #newbornphotos #newbornlove #babyphotography #carlsbadphotographer #sandiegophotographer #encinitasphotographer #oceansidephotographer #lifestylefamilyphotography #southerncaliforniaphotographer #northcountysandiego #carlsbadcalifornia #oceansidecalifornia #familyphotographer #familyphotography #vallentynephotography #DocumentYourDays #TheEverydayPortrait
Not trying to be dramatic- just honest. This season flies.

#TheEverydayPortrait #DocumentYourDays #FamilyPhotography #ModernParenthood #LetThemBeLittle  #carlsbadfamilyphotographer #carlsbadphotographer #encinitasfamilyphotographer #oceansidephotographer  #sandiego #carlsbadbeach #carlsbadbeachphotographer #lifestylefamilyphotography #carlsbad #lajolla #encinitas #sandiegolifestylephotographer #encinitaslife #lajollaphotographer #lajollafamilyphotographer #familybeachphotos #familyphotography #familyphotographer #carlsbadfamily #vallentynephotography #carlsbadcalifornia 
  #carlsbadphotographer  #oceansideca  lifornia  #oceansidepier  #oceansidephotograpapher
From dance parties to giggles to group hugs, I’m all about making sessions fun for everyone involved—even the kiddos! 🥰 It’s all about capturing the real and beautiful moments in between. #SanDiegoFamilyPhotos #RealConnections

#VallentynePhotography #carlsbadfamilyphotographer #oceansidefamilyphotographer #encinitasfamilyphotographer #delmarfamilyphotographer #lajollafamilyphotographer #ranchosantafefamilyphotographer #sandiegofamilyphotographer #carlsbadphotographer #oceansidephotographer #encinitasphotographer #delmarphotographer #lajollaphotographer #ranchosantafephotographer #beachfamilyphotos #familyphotographer #familyphotography #lifestylefamilyphotography #joyfulfamilyphotos #naturalfamilyphotography #portraitphotographer #sandiegolifestylephotographer #northcountysandiego #southerncaliforniaphotographer #vallentynephotography #timelessportraiture
Client spotlight: ‘The photos were stunning, and Heather’s attention to detail really showed.’ From consultation to delivery, I’m here to make every detail count. #NorthCountySanDiegoPhotographer #QualityMatters

#carlsbadphotographer #sandiegophotographer #encinitasphotographer #oceansidephotographer #lifestylefamilyphotography #southerncaliforniaphotographer #northcountysandiego #carlsbadcalifornia #oceansidecalifornia #familyphotographer #familyphotography #vallentynephotography #DocumentYourDays #TheEverydayPortrait
As a portrait photographer, my goal is to create images that capture the person I’m photographing as they truly are in this moment in life. ⁠
⁠
I work really hard to see the “real” because I find that beautiful. ⁠
⁠
As a mother, I want to look back at photos of my children and remember them as they’re authentic little selves.⁠
⁠
The gift of toddlers is that they ONLY exist in “the real”. They haven’t learned to pose yet. They don’t have a rehearsed “picture face”. You will never get a fake smile from a two or three year old! ⁠
⁠
And that is why I LOVE working with them so much!⁠

#VallentynePhotography #carlsbadfamilyphotographer #oceansidefamilyphotographer #encinitasfamilyphotographer #delmarfamilyphotographer #lajollafamilyphotographer #ranchosantafefamilyphotographer #sandiegofamilyphotographer #carlsbadphotographer #oceansidephotographer #encinitasphotographer #delmarphotographer #lajollaphotographer #ranchosantafephotographer #beachfamilyphotos #familyphotographer #familyphotography #lifestylefamilyphotography #joyfulfamilyphotos #naturalfamilyphotography #portraitphotographer #sandiegolifestylephotographer #northcountysandiego #southerncaliforniaphotographer #vallentynephotography #timelessportraiture
Pregnancy is an incredible journey, and a portrait session is the perfect way to celebrate! Here are a few essentials to keep in mind:⁠
⁠
• Ideal Timing: Aim to schedule your session between 29–36 weeks, so you’ll have a beautiful bump without risking any surprise arrivals!⁠
⁠
• Skin Prep: To keep your skin looking smooth, avoid tight waistbands or bracelets that could leave marks before the session.⁠
⁠
• Wardrobe Tips: Tighter clothing looks amazing in maternity photos, helping us show off your gorgeous bump. Don’t be afraid to bring those fitted favorites!⁠
⁠
• Elegant Studio Style: If you’re up for it, consider a few tasteful, semi-nude shots. I have all the fabric needed for a sophisticated, classic look.⁠
⁠
• Include Your Loved Ones: Feel free to invite your partner, children, and anyone special to be part of this moment with you! 💫⁠
⁠
Click the link in my bio to reserve your session!

#maternityphotographer #maternityphotography #carlsbadmaternityphotographer #oceansidematernityphotographer #sandiegomaternityphotographer #encinitasmaternityphotographer #delmarmaternityphotographer #maternityphotoshoot #pregnancyphotographer #pregnancyphotography #expectingmom #maternitysession #carlsbadphotographer #oceansidephotographer #sandiegophotographer #encinitasphotographer #southerncaliforniaphotographer #northcountysandiego #carlsbadcalifornia #oceansidecalifornia #beachmaternitysession #familyphotography #vallentynephotography #ModernParenthood #LetThemBeLittle

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heather@vallentynephotography.com

760-672-2416

located in oceanside, california