Domonique + Aaron {V6 Ranch Wedding Photography}

I have always been drawn to the landscape of Central California. The golden rolling hills dotted with single sprawling oaks are so romantic and peaceful. When I was asked to shoot Domonique and Aaron’s wedding, I couldn’t have been more excited for the chance to photograph this beautiful couple in such a gorgeous location. The wedding was at The V6 Ranch in Parkfield, California. Really the perfect getaway for a country destination wedding. All of the guests were family and lifelong friends and most of them camped just outside of the small town- Parkfield is probably about a quarter mile long! This wedding was extra special for me also because I grew up with most of the people in attendance in Oceanside, California. It’s really a unique little beach community with great people who all remain very close. Aaron and Domonique have so many wonderful friends and family members, it was very touching to see them surrounded by such love! I had quite a hard time editing this wedding because there were so many amazing photos and I wanted them all to be perfect. This wedding was an unforgettable event in a perfect location. When I woke to drive home the following morning the air was crisp and cool with the sounds of cows mooing, their bells jingling, birds singing, and crickets and insects chirping, all floating on the wind. It really is a magical place out there. Here are some of my favorite images capturing the details, people, and love. If you would like to see more, view their SLIDESHOW HERE. Enjoy!

 

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1/3 – There’s nothing quite like the bond between grandparents and grandchildren. 💕 These are the portraits that bring tears—tiny hands holding onto weathered ones, stories being passed down in smiles and laughter, the joy of generations side by side.

These images are more than just photographs—they’re treasures. Because one day, they’ll mean even more than we can imagine right now.

Next up: how extended family sessions also give each individual family their time to shine.

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Pregnancy is a special time worth capturing in all its beauty. To help you get the most out of your maternity session, here are a few tips!⁠
⁠
• Timing: Schedule your session when you’re between 29–36 weeks along. This window lets your bump shine without risking an early arrival that could make you miss your shoot!⁠
⁠
• Outfit Choices: Avoid wearing anything too tight on your skin beforehand—think elastic bands, waistbands, or anything that might leave a mark. Keeping your skin smooth will help us capture flawless photos!⁠
⁠
• Show Off That Bump: Tighter clothing tends to work best in photos, highlighting that beautiful belly. Loose clothing can hide your shape, so bring your favorite fitted pieces!⁠
⁠
• Go Bold: Embrace the studio setting and don’t be afraid to show a little skin! Tasteful nude and semi-nude shots can be stunning, and I provide soft draping fabric for a timeless look.⁠
⁠
• Family Welcome: Yes! Partners, kids, and even pets can join in these photos to celebrate this moment with you. After all, these portraits are about celebrating family! 💕⁠
⁠
Ready to book your maternity session? Click the link in my bio to schedule!⁠

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When extended family portraits are finished and hanging on the wall, they become more than just pictures. They’re heirlooms—reminders of togetherness, milestones, and the bonds that carry through generations.

I love knowing that grandparents will flip through albums with their grandchildren, telling stories and pointing out how small everyone once was. These portraits aren’t just for now—they’re for decades from now, when they’ll mean even more. 💕

That’s why I treasure extended family sessions at the beach. They’re truly a legacy in the making.

#carlsbadphotographer #carlsbadfamilyphotographer #oceansidephotographer #sandiegofamilyphotographer #sandiegophotographer #encinitasphotographer #encinitasfamilyphotographer #lajollaphotographer #lajollafamilyphotographer #carlsbadbeachphotographer #carlsbadbeach #carlsbadvillage #sandiegolifestylephotographer #lifestylefamilyphotography #familyphotographer #familyphotography #familybeachphotos #carlsbadfamily #carlsbadcalifornia #oceansidecalifornia #oceansidepier #vallentynephotography #TheEverydayPortrait #DocumentYourDays #LetThemBeLittle
Extended family sessions are joyful, unpredictable, and full of laughter. There’s always a mix of candid chaos—kids running through the sand, cousins tackling each other—and then those quiet, tender moments where generations come together in one frame.

I guide each group so every family has their chance to shine while still keeping the energy light and natural. It’s not about stiff poses; it’s about personalities and connection.

Next up: the best part of all—seeing the finished portraits come to life. 🌅 (3/3 tomorrow!)

#carlsbadphotographer #sandiegophotographer #encinitasphotographer #oceansidephotographer #lifestylefamilyphotography #southerncaliforniaphotographer #northcountysandiego #carlsbadcalifornia #oceansidecalifornia #familyphotographer #familyphotography #vallentynephotography #DocumentYourDays #TheEverydayPortrait
There’s something so special about gathering multiple generations together on the beach. ✨ Parents, grandparents, kids, cousins—all in one place, enjoying the ocean breeze and each other.

Extended family sessions aren’t just about photos; they’re about capturing the love that spans decades. These are the kinds of moments that deserve to be preserved, not just for today but for years from now when the littles are grown.

Tomorrow I’ll share what makes extended family sessions so much fun (and why they’re one of my favorite things to photograph). 🌊 (2/3 coming next!)

#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

 

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.

1/3 – There’s nothing quite like the bond between grandparents and grandchildren. 💕 These are the portraits that bring tears—tiny hands holding onto weathered ones, stories being passed down in smiles and laughter, the joy of generations side by side.

These images are more than just photographs—they’re treasures. Because one day, they’ll mean even more than we can imagine right now.

Next up: how extended family sessions also give each individual family their time to shine.

#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 a special time worth capturing in all its beauty. To help you get the most out of your maternity session, here are a few tips!⁠
⁠
• Timing: Schedule your session when you’re between 29–36 weeks along. This window lets your bump shine without risking an early arrival that could make you miss your shoot!⁠
⁠
• Outfit Choices: Avoid wearing anything too tight on your skin beforehand—think elastic bands, waistbands, or anything that might leave a mark. Keeping your skin smooth will help us capture flawless photos!⁠
⁠
• Show Off That Bump: Tighter clothing tends to work best in photos, highlighting that beautiful belly. Loose clothing can hide your shape, so bring your favorite fitted pieces!⁠
⁠
• Go Bold: Embrace the studio setting and don’t be afraid to show a little skin! Tasteful nude and semi-nude shots can be stunning, and I provide soft draping fabric for a timeless look.⁠
⁠
• Family Welcome: Yes! Partners, kids, and even pets can join in these photos to celebrate this moment with you. After all, these portraits are about celebrating family! 💕⁠
⁠
Ready to book your maternity session? Click the link in my bio to schedule!⁠

#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
When extended family portraits are finished and hanging on the wall, they become more than just pictures. They’re heirlooms—reminders of togetherness, milestones, and the bonds that carry through generations.

I love knowing that grandparents will flip through albums with their grandchildren, telling stories and pointing out how small everyone once was. These portraits aren’t just for now—they’re for decades from now, when they’ll mean even more. 💕

That’s why I treasure extended family sessions at the beach. They’re truly a legacy in the making.

#carlsbadphotographer #carlsbadfamilyphotographer #oceansidephotographer #sandiegofamilyphotographer #sandiegophotographer #encinitasphotographer #encinitasfamilyphotographer #lajollaphotographer #lajollafamilyphotographer #carlsbadbeachphotographer #carlsbadbeach #carlsbadvillage #sandiegolifestylephotographer #lifestylefamilyphotography #familyphotographer #familyphotography #familybeachphotos #carlsbadfamily #carlsbadcalifornia #oceansidecalifornia #oceansidepier #vallentynephotography #TheEverydayPortrait #DocumentYourDays #LetThemBeLittle
Extended family sessions are joyful, unpredictable, and full of laughter. There’s always a mix of candid chaos—kids running through the sand, cousins tackling each other—and then those quiet, tender moments where generations come together in one frame.

I guide each group so every family has their chance to shine while still keeping the energy light and natural. It’s not about stiff poses; it’s about personalities and connection.

Next up: the best part of all—seeing the finished portraits come to life. 🌅 (3/3 tomorrow!)

#carlsbadphotographer #sandiegophotographer #encinitasphotographer #oceansidephotographer #lifestylefamilyphotography #southerncaliforniaphotographer #northcountysandiego #carlsbadcalifornia #oceansidecalifornia #familyphotographer #familyphotography #vallentynephotography #DocumentYourDays #TheEverydayPortrait
There’s something so special about gathering multiple generations together on the beach. ✨ Parents, grandparents, kids, cousins—all in one place, enjoying the ocean breeze and each other.

Extended family sessions aren’t just about photos; they’re about capturing the love that spans decades. These are the kinds of moments that deserve to be preserved, not just for today but for years from now when the littles are grown.

Tomorrow I’ll share what makes extended family sessions so much fun (and why they’re one of my favorite things to photograph). 🌊 (2/3 coming next!)

#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

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heather@vallentynephotography.com

760-672-2416

located in oceanside, california