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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Those eyes, that quiet curiosity—and the wild part?
She’s about to be a big sister!

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How many sunsets do we really get with our kids like this?

Before they stop running toward the waves.
Before they’re too big to carry.
Before beach days are just a memory.

Not trying to be dramatic—just honest. This season flies.

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Getting everyone dressed, out the door, and smiling in the same frame? That’s Olympic-level parenting.⁠
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But here's the thing: it doesn't have to be perfect to be beautiful.⁠
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I'll guide you through it, chase the giggles, and capture the moments that matter—whether your toddler is smiling or making their signature “no nap” face.⁠
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And yes… we will get that one magical photo. Maybe even a few.⁠

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Wish made.
Not telling what it was, but you could feel it in the quiet.

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Honestly? They barely noticed I was there. So in love!!

Just two people, wildly into each other,
cracking up on the beach like it’s the only place that matters.

10/10 would third wheel again.

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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.

Those eyes, that quiet curiosity—and the wild part?
She’s about to be a big sister!

#TheEverydayPortrait #BabyMilestones #ModernParenthood #DocumentYourDays #BlackAndWhitePortraits  #carlsbadfamilyphotographer #carlsbadphotographer #encinitasfamilyphotographer #encinitasphotographer #lacostaphotographer #oceansidephotographer #sandiegofamilyphotographer #sandiego #carlsbadbeach #carlsbadbeachphotographer #sandiegophotographer #lifestylefamilyphotography #carlsbad #lajolla #encinitas #sandiegolifestylephotographer  #familyphotography #familyphotographer #carlsbadfamily #vallentynephotography #carlsbadcalifornia⁣
⁣ #carlsbadphotographer⁣ #oceansideca⁣lifornia⁣ #oceansidepier⁣⁣ #oceansidephotograpapher⁣⁣
How many sunsets do we really get with our kids like this?

Before they stop running toward the waves.
Before they’re too big to carry.
Before beach days are just a memory.

Not trying to be dramatic—just honest. This season flies.

#TheEverydayPortrait #DocumentYourDays #FamilyPhotography #ModernParenthood #LetThemBeLittle  #carlsbadfamilyphotographer #carlsbadphotographer #encinitasfamilyphotographer #oceansidephotographer  #sandiego #carlsbadbeach #carlsbadbeachphotographer #lifestylefamilyphotography #carlsbad #lajolla #encinitas #sandiegolifestylephotographer #encinitaslife #lajollaphotographer #lajollafamilyphotographer #familybeachphotos #familyphotography #familyphotographer #carlsbadfamily #vallentynephotography #carlsbadcalifornia⁣
⁣ #carlsbadphotographer⁣ #oceansideca⁣lifornia⁣ #oceansidepier⁣⁣ #oceansidephotograpapher⁣⁣
Getting everyone dressed, out the door, and smiling in the same frame? That’s Olympic-level parenting.⁠
⁠
But here's the thing: it doesn't have to be perfect to be beautiful.⁠
⁠
I'll guide you through it, chase the giggles, and capture the moments that matter—whether your toddler is smiling or making their signature “no nap” face.⁠
⁠
And yes… we will get that one magical photo. Maybe even a few.⁠

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#carlsbadfamilyphotographer #carlsbadphotographer #encinitasfamilyphotographer #encinitasphotographer #lacostaphotographer #oceansidephotographer #sandiegofamilyphotographer #sandiego #carlsbadbeach #carlsbadbeachphotographer #sandiegophotographer #lifestylefamilyphotography #carlsbad #lajolla #encinitas #sandiegolifestylephotographer #encinitaslife #lajollaphotographer #lajollafamilyphotographer #familybeachphotos #familyphotography #familyphotographer #carlsbadfamily #vallentynephotography #carlsbadcalifornia⁣ #oceansideca⁣lifornia⁣ #oceansidepier⁣⁣ #oceansidephotograpapher⁣⁣
Wish made.
Not telling what it was, but you could feel it in the quiet.

#TheEverydayPortrait #ModernPortraits #LightAndMood #DocumentYourDays #LetTheLightIn  #vallentynephotography #oceansidebusinesses #carlsbadbusinesses #sdphotographer #sandiegocalifornia #personalbrandphotography #personalbrandingphotographer #businessphotographer #socalphotographers #sandiegobusinessowners #encinitasbrandingphotographer #sandiegopersonalbranding #sandiegopersonalbrandingphotographer #brandingphotographer #oceansidebrandingphotographer #sandiegolifesylephotos #smallbusinessmarketing #northcountysd #local #localbusiness #carlsbad
Honestly? They barely noticed I was there. So in love!!

Just two people, wildly into each other,
cracking up on the beach like it’s the only place that matters.

10/10 would third wheel again.

#ModernLoveStory #CouplesSession #TheEverydayPortrait #DocumentYourDays #BeachPhotography  #ProposalIdeas #SurpriseProposal #BigSurProposal #CarmelByTheSeaProposal #ProposalPlanning #EngagedInBigSur #ProposalInspo #ProposalPhotographer #HowHeAsked #SheSaidYes #EngagementSeason #RomanticProposal #ProposalInspiration #CaliforniaProposalPhotographer #MontereyPhotographer #CarmelProposalPhotographer #BigSurEngagement #CoastalProposal #LuxuryProposal #CreativeProposals #proposal #sunset #love

email directly:

heather@vallentynephotography.com

760-672-2416

located in oceanside, california