Bernardo Winery, Weddings & Receptions at a Working Vineyard

 

Bernardo Winery is a fully functioning, 121 year-old winery that is still producing wine today! It is honestly a San Diego wedding photographer’s dream venue because everywhere you look has another photo opportunity! From beautiful vineyards, olive trees, gardens, historic buildings, and vintage wine-making equipment, I love this environment! It is such a beautiful wedding venue.

Joe & Kimberly met through a mutual friend at one of their sons’ baseball games. They realized that they had worked together at an elementary school about 20 years earlier. Little did they know then that they would reconnect years later and fall in love. 🙂

Wedding Venue:
Bernardo Winery is a fully functioning, 121 year-old winery that is still producing wine today! It is such a beautiful wedding venue! It feels like you have been transported to an old world village! From beautiful vineyards, olive trees, gardens, historic buildings, and vintage wine-making equipment, I just love this environment! The Bernardo Winery tasting room is classic and beautiful and I always love photographing weddings here!

Star Vendors:
Coordinator: Terry Lowrey of Bernardo Winery
Caterer: Encore
Florist: I Do Flowers For You – Jennifer
Cake: Sweet Cheeks Baking Co. – Lauren

My Favorite Moment:
My favorite moment was the first look at the beginning of the day. When Joe got to see how beautiful and amazing Kimberly looked, he definitely teared up a little bit. I just love the way these two interact with each other, the love on their faces is evident and I feel so lucky to photograph a union between a couple who is so obviously meant to be together.

What they said about us!
Before the wedding:
“I chose Vallentyne Photography because I could see your artistry in your pictures on your website. I want romantic moments of Joe and I on our special day that capture our love. I know you can do that :)”
After seeing all the photos:
“We had SO much fun looking at our pictures. There are some really beautiful photos that we just love. Especially in the vineyard. Thank you for your excellent work. We are super happy :)”

 

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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.

Photography isn’t just about taking pictures—it’s about holding onto memories.⁣
⁣
I want you to look back at these photos and remember the way it felt to hold your kids, the sound of their little laugh, and all those tiny moments that make this time so special.⁣
⁣
Because they’re only this little once. 💕⁣
⁣
Book your session today! Link in bio.
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.⁣
⁣
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.⁠⁣
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⁣
#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!
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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heather@vallentynephotography.com

760-672-2416

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