{Exquisite Weddings Magazine} our beautiful January cover!

I am so excited to be able to feature yet another cover for Exquisite Weddings Magazine! It was so much fun to do with the gown shoot inside, from which cover images came for half the year for exquisite weddings Exquisite Weddings Magazine! The new issue hits the newsstands today so picked up yours when you have a chance.

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I’ve been photographing families in North County San Diego for decades, and I still find new ways to make each session personal and meaningful. If you’re ready to create something together, let’s chat.
What matters most in a portrait session isn’t perfect outfits or perfect behavior—it’s capturing the love your family shares. That’s what you’ll remember years from now. If that resonates with you, reach out—I’d love to work with you.
I’ve been a photographer in North County San Diego for over 20 years, and I still get excited about every session. No two families are ever the same. I’d love to learn what makes yours unique—let’s chat.
People often tell me they’re nervous about photos. That’s okay—I guide you every step of the way, so all you have to do is show up. Curious about the process? Send me a quick message.
Your story deserves to be remembered—not just on a screen, but as artwork you can hold, frame, and pass down. That’s why I do what I do. If you’d like portraits that last, let’s start planning.
Over the years, I’ve watched families grow up in front of my camera. From toddlers to teenagers, from couples to grandparents—it’s the most meaningful part of what I do. If you’d like to start that journey with me, I’d love to hear from you.

 

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.

I’ve been photographing families in North County San Diego for decades, and I still find new ways to make each session personal and meaningful. If you’re ready to create something together, let’s chat.
What matters most in a portrait session isn’t perfect outfits or perfect behavior—it’s capturing the love your family shares. That’s what you’ll remember years from now. If that resonates with you, reach out—I’d love to work with you.
I’ve been a photographer in North County San Diego for over 20 years, and I still get excited about every session. No two families are ever the same. I’d love to learn what makes yours unique—let’s chat.
People often tell me they’re nervous about photos. That’s okay—I guide you every step of the way, so all you have to do is show up. Curious about the process? Send me a quick message.
Your story deserves to be remembered—not just on a screen, but as artwork you can hold, frame, and pass down. That’s why I do what I do. If you’d like portraits that last, let’s start planning.
Over the years, I’ve watched families grow up in front of my camera. From toddlers to teenagers, from couples to grandparents—it’s the most meaningful part of what I do. If you’d like to start that journey with me, I’d love to hear from you.

email directly:

heather@vallentynephotography.com

760-672-2416

located in oceanside, california