Family Photography on the Beach in Carlsbad, California

One of my all time favorite vacation destinations with my family is Carlsbad, California and there are several reasons why. One of the main reasons, in fact, is that it’s where I do a large portion of my photography because the weather there is amazing. How amazing? It has an average 263 sunny days per year! The serenity, the peacefulness. It is all here for those that love the beach, and those that have a special place in their heart for Carlsbad. No matter what your tastes are when it comes to photography, you can find it all on our remarkable sandy beaches. The Beach family photography package provides a combination of beach portraits and that will make this one of the best family vacations ever. I have the pleasure of working with many families in Carlsbad, CA. Carlsbad is located just north of San Diego, California and we’re on the Pacific Coast in winter’s ‘rain shadow’. It’s perfect for photography, as we have sunny days and green coastal flora. Family photography can be a challenge to organize with everyone together but we make it happen here! We love creating family beach photos in the Summer and Winter beach photos that celebrate your family.  Photography is about capturing the moment—be it a family reunion, or a sunset walk on the beach. But it’s also about love. Love for others. And how powerful that feeling can be when you capture it forever. It’s an unforgettable feeling, and we want to share that with you. Here are a few of my favorites from this recent session on one of my favorite secret beaches in Carlsbad!

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There’s something so powerful about the way a mother holds her newborn—gentle, protective, completely in sync.⁣
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In those first few weeks, everything feels new, yet somehow like it was always meant to be. These are the moments you’ll want to remember—the way they fit in your arms, the tiny fingers wrapped around yours, the quiet connection that needs no words.⁣
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Let’s create images that hold onto this time forever.⁣
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Now booking newborn sessions—link in bio.
Oh my… you still sleep like that.” The way your baby tucks their hands under their cheek or stretches one tiny foot just so—it’s all them. And that’s exactly what we’ll capture. 💫
✨ One moment, they’re little, holding your hand. The next, they’re off chasing their own dreams. Let’s capture this season before it’s just a memory.⁣
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 #FamilyPhotography #TimeFlies #HoldOntoThis
The tiniest yawn, the biggest feeling!⁣ Happy Easter weekend, wishing you all lots of fun and sunshine wherever you are!
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There’s something about a newborn’s yawn that makes time stand still. Maybe it’s because you know these sleepy, snuggly days won’t last forever. But for now, they’re here—and they’re everything.
Love looks good on these two. ✨⁣
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No stiff poses, no forced smiles—just real moments.⁣
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Let’s capture the kind of photos that feel like you. 💛⁣
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Now booking couples sessions. Link in bio!⁣
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#vallentynephotography #carlsbadcalifornia⁣⁣
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There’s something magical about the way newborns settle into sleep. Each baby has their own way of curling up or stretching out, and I love capturing those little details that make them them. 💛

 

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.

There’s something so powerful about the way a mother holds her newborn—gentle, protective, completely in sync.⁣
⁣
In those first few weeks, everything feels new, yet somehow like it was always meant to be. These are the moments you’ll want to remember—the way they fit in your arms, the tiny fingers wrapped around yours, the quiet connection that needs no words.⁣
⁣
Let’s create images that hold onto this time forever.⁣
⁣
Now booking newborn sessions—link in bio.
Oh my… you still sleep like that.” The way your baby tucks their hands under their cheek or stretches one tiny foot just so—it’s all them. And that’s exactly what we’ll capture. 💫
✨ One moment, they’re little, holding your hand. The next, they’re off chasing their own dreams. Let’s capture this season before it’s just a memory.⁣
⁣
⁣
 #FamilyPhotography #TimeFlies #HoldOntoThis
The tiniest yawn, the biggest feeling!⁣ Happy Easter weekend, wishing you all lots of fun and sunshine wherever you are!
⁣
There’s something about a newborn’s yawn that makes time stand still. Maybe it’s because you know these sleepy, snuggly days won’t last forever. But for now, they’re here—and they’re everything.
Love looks good on these two. ✨⁣
⁣
No stiff poses, no forced smiles—just real moments.⁣
⁣
Let’s capture the kind of photos that feel like you. 💛⁣
⁣
Now booking couples sessions. Link in bio!⁣
⁣
⁣
#vallentynephotography #carlsbadcalifornia⁣⁣
⁣
There’s something magical about the way newborns settle into sleep. Each baby has their own way of curling up or stretching out, and I love capturing those little details that make them them. 💛

email directly:

heather@vallentynephotography.com

760-672-2416

located in oceanside, california