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Christine and Tom were married on July 12th 2008 at L’Auberge in Del Mar. L’Auberge has recently undergone a major remodel so I was very excited to work there again and see all the beautiful changes they made, every detail turned out amazing, from the new floors and furnishings to the stunning and modern water features!

Christine and Tom were so sweet together. I was amazed at how similar they were to each other in temperment, like 2 peas in a pod I can see how they are perfect for each other:) The wedding was coordinated by Susanne Duffy of Crown Weddings and as is my usual experience working with her, the event was pulled off with precision and style. There is really nothing more important in wedding planning than having a great coordinator who knows how to put together a good timeline of events.

In addition to this, the flowers and decor were stunning with color pops of blue and natural elements like shells and bamboo. The whole look was put together by Dawn of Embellishmint Floral and Event Design. There really is a difference between hiring a “florist” and an “event designer”, one does the flowers only, and the other does the style, look and feel of the whole wedding! Here are a few of my favorite images from the big day:)











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You keep saying you’ll book family photos when you feel more like yourself…

But the truth is—there’s always something. Life is busy. Your body changes. The timing never feels perfect.

And underneath that… it’s not really about the timing. It’s about not wanting to be happy in how you look.

But your kids don’t see any of that. They just see you. The way you hug them, laugh with them, show up for them every day.

If this has been on your heart, maybe this is your sign not to wait another year 🤍

When you work with me, you don’t just get a photographer—you get someone who plans, guides, and creates artwork you’ll love for years. If that’s what you’ve been searching for, let’s start.

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You keep saying you’ll book family photos when you feel more like yourself… But the truth is—there’s always something. Life is busy. Your body changes. The timing never feels perfect. And underneath that… it’s not really about the timing. It’s about not wanting to be happy in how you look. But your kids don’t see any of that. They just see you. The way you hug them, laugh with them, show up for them every day. If this has been on your heart, maybe this is your sign not to wait another year 🤍 When you work with me, you don’t just get a photographer—you get someone who plans, guides, and creates artwork you’ll love for years. If that’s what you’ve been searching for, let’s start.

For me, photography has never just been about images—it’s about people, relationships, and the stories we share. If that’s what you’d like in your portraits, let’s talk.

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For me, photography has never just been about images—it’s about people, relationships, and the stories we share. If that’s what you’d like in your portraits, let’s talk.

At the end of the day, portraits are about people—the ones you love most. If you’d like photos that reflect that love, I’d love to create them for you.

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At the end of the day, portraits are about people—the ones you love most. If you’d like photos that reflect that love, I’d love to create them for you.

No two families are alike, and no two sessions should be either. That’s why I design each one with your unique story in mind. If you’d like that for your portraits, let’s plan something special.

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No two families are alike, and no two sessions should be either. That’s why I design each one with your unique story in mind. If you’d like that for your portraits, let’s plan something special.

Families often thank me for making the process so simple and stress-free. That’s exactly how it should feel. If you’d like that kind of experience, let’s chat.

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Families often thank me for making the process so simple and stress-free. That’s exactly how it should feel. If you’d like that kind of experience, let’s chat.

Every stage of life deserves to be remembered—from newborn snuggles to senior year and beyond. If you’d like to capture your family’s journey, I’d love to work with you.

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Every stage of life deserves to be remembered—from newborn snuggles to senior year and beyond. If you’d like to capture your family’s journey, I’d love to work with you.

 

Vallentyne Photography is a portrait studio in Oceanside, CA, with a natural light 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 beautiful. Let’s start with a quick chat about what matters most to you. We’d be honored to create portraits you’ll love for a lifetime.

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You keep saying you’ll book family photos when you feel more like yourself…

But the truth is—there’s always something. Life is busy. Your body changes. The timing never feels perfect.

And underneath that… it’s not really about the timing. It’s about not wanting to be happy in how you look.

But your kids don’t see any of that. They just see you. The way you hug them, laugh with them, show up for them every day.

If this has been on your heart, maybe this is your sign not to wait another year 🤍

When you work with me, you don’t just get a photographer—you get someone who plans, guides, and creates artwork you’ll love for years. If that’s what you’ve been searching for, let’s start.

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You keep saying you’ll book family photos when you feel more like yourself… But the truth is—there’s always something. Life is busy. Your body changes. The timing never feels perfect. And underneath that… it’s not really about the timing. It’s about not wanting to be happy in how you look. But your kids don’t see any of that. They just see you. The way you hug them, laugh with them, show up for them every day. If this has been on your heart, maybe this is your sign not to wait another year 🤍 When you work with me, you don’t just get a photographer—you get someone who plans, guides, and creates artwork you’ll love for years. If that’s what you’ve been searching for, let’s start.

For me, photography has never just been about images—it’s about people, relationships, and the stories we share. If that’s what you’d like in your portraits, let’s talk.

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Open post by vallentynephotography with ID 18099656930075530
For me, photography has never just been about images—it’s about people, relationships, and the stories we share. If that’s what you’d like in your portraits, let’s talk.

At the end of the day, portraits are about people—the ones you love most. If you’d like photos that reflect that love, I’d love to create them for you.

8 1
Open post by vallentynephotography with ID 18116044912758615
At the end of the day, portraits are about people—the ones you love most. If you’d like photos that reflect that love, I’d love to create them for you.

No two families are alike, and no two sessions should be either. That’s why I design each one with your unique story in mind. If you’d like that for your portraits, let’s plan something special.

7 1
Open post by vallentynephotography with ID 18099923068892224
No two families are alike, and no two sessions should be either. That’s why I design each one with your unique story in mind. If you’d like that for your portraits, let’s plan something special.

Families often thank me for making the process so simple and stress-free. That’s exactly how it should feel. If you’d like that kind of experience, let’s chat.

8 1
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Families often thank me for making the process so simple and stress-free. That’s exactly how it should feel. If you’d like that kind of experience, let’s chat.

Every stage of life deserves to be remembered—from newborn snuggles to senior year and beyond. If you’d like to capture your family’s journey, I’d love to work with you.

6 1
Open post by vallentynephotography with ID 18325388296249483
Every stage of life deserves to be remembered—from newborn snuggles to senior year and beyond. If you’d like to capture your family’s journey, I’d love to work with you.
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