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L’Auberge Del Mar New Year’s Eve Wedding, Tara + Clinton

Congratulations Tara and Clinton! From the moment we got together for coffee, I knew it was a great wedding photography fit! Finding the right wedding photographer has to deal with so many factors, including feeling comfortable together, knowing they will give you the right direction, as well as love their photography style and color style. As a photographer, I loved this couple’s adventurous spirit and I could tell how in love they were.

Tara and Clint are both prosecutors and met at work. Tara says, “We were friends at first, and unsure how to navigate a relationship in the workplace, but it ended up being the most natural thing in the world, and everything easily fell into place around our relationship. We had a somewhat circuitous path to finding each other– we were each in significant relationships before meeting each other later in life. That’s part of why we chose New Year’s Eve as our wedding date. We love the symbolism of a new beginning as we begin our new lives together.”

Love the symbolism of a New Year’s Eve wedding and was honored that they chose me as their photographer! Here are some of my favorite images from this gorgeous wedding day!

l'auberge del mar wedding

Coordinator:

Caitlyn Morris, Serendipity Events

Caterer & Wedding Venue:

L’Auberge

Florist:

Urban Garden Floral and Event Design

Band/DJ:

Desi Relator

Cake:

Jenny Wenny Cakes

Hair & Make-up

Aubree Young for hair, Elizabeth Root for makeup

Wedding Dress:

Anne Be Bridal Boutique, Denver

Bridesmaid Dresses:

BHLDN

Groom’s Attire:

Nordstrom

Groomsmen Attire

Nordstrom

Rings:

Brilliant Earth

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Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear baby carriers, push swings, bait hooks, fix broken bikes, and show up—over and over again.
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To the dads who love loud, work hard, and hold it all together (even when no one’s watching)—this one’s for you.
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You’re not just raising kids. You’re raising future humans who know what love, strength, and dedication really look like.
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Happy Father’s Day. Keep being the rock, the guide, the goofball, and the heart behind the scenes.
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📸 Here’s to the dads who step up, lean in, and make it all matter.
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#FathersDay #DadGoals #NorthCountyDads #OceansidePhotographer #CarlsbadFamilies #VallentynePhotography #DadLife #FamilyLegacy #FatherhoodUnfiltered

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Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear baby carriers, push swings, bait hooks, fix broken bikes, and show up—over and over again. ⁠ To the dads who love loud, work hard, and hold it all together (even when no one’s watching)—this one’s for you. ⁠ You’re not just raising kids. You’re raising future humans who know what love, strength, and dedication really look like. ⁠ Happy Father’s Day. Keep being the rock, the guide, the goofball, and the heart behind the scenes. ⁠ 📸 Here’s to the dads who step up, lean in, and make it all matter. ⁠ #FathersDay #DadGoals #NorthCountyDads #OceansidePhotographer #CarlsbadFamilies #VallentynePhotography #DadLife #FamilyLegacy #FatherhoodUnfiltered

There’s something about that first time your baby wraps their fingers around yours.⁠

It’s instinct, sure—but it’s also connection.
A silent little promise: *I know you. I trust you. I’m safe here.*⁠
⁠
They won’t remember this moment, but you will.⁠
And years from now, you’ll look at this photo and remember exactly how it felt.⁠
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That’s the power of something so small.⁠
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There’s something about that first time your baby wraps their fingers around yours.⁠ It’s instinct, sure—but it’s also connection. A silent little promise: *I know you. I trust you. I’m safe here.*⁠ ⁠ They won’t remember this moment, but you will.⁠ And years from now, you’ll look at this photo and remember exactly how it felt.⁠ ⁠ That’s the power of something so small.⁠ * * * * * #vallentynephotography #carlsbadnewbornphotographer #petitejoys #sandiegonewbornphotographer #sandiegofamilyphotographer #newbornphotography #newborn #familyphotography #motherhood #motherhoodrising #newbornsofinstagram #newbornoninstagram #everydaynewborn #love #NewbornShoot #BabyPhotography #BabyLove #NewbornPortraits #NewbornMagic #CuteBaby #SweetBaby #NewbornArt #BabyMoments #TinyMiracle #SleepingBaby #BabySnuggles #NewbornLife #NewbornBliss #BabyBundle #AdorableNewborn

They’ll never be this tiny again. Every newborn is a once-in-a-lifetime masterpiece—just days old, yet already entirely themselves. These early moments are fleeting, raw, and unrepeatable. Capture them not just for now, but for the decades ahead when these sleepy yawns and curled-up fingers feel like a dream.

#newbornphotography #tinytoesbiglove #oceansidephotographer #carlsbadnewbornphotographer #newbornportraits #northcountysandiego #babyphotographer #motherhoodunplugged #newbornmagic #vallentynephotography

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They’ll never be this tiny again. Every newborn is a once-in-a-lifetime masterpiece—just days old, yet already entirely themselves. These early moments are fleeting, raw, and unrepeatable. Capture them not just for now, but for the decades ahead when these sleepy yawns and curled-up fingers feel like a dream. #newbornphotography #tinytoesbiglove #oceansidephotographer #carlsbadnewbornphotographer #newbornportraits #northcountysandiego #babyphotographer #motherhoodunplugged #newbornmagic #vallentynephotography

Because the truth is—your kids probably won’t sit still.⁠⁣
They’ll make silly faces, run in opposite directions, or collapse into giggles just when you were hoping for that “one perfect shot.”⁣
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And honestly? That’s exactly what I want to capture.⁠⁣
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The real smiles. The chaos. The snuggles. The way your toddler leans into you when they`re tired, or how your baby clutches your finger like it’s the most important thing in the world.⁣
⁠⁣
That’s the good stuff.⁣
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And those are the moments you’ll actually want to remember.⁠

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Because the truth is—your kids probably won’t sit still.⁠⁣ They’ll make silly faces, run in opposite directions, or collapse into giggles just when you were hoping for that “one perfect shot.”⁣ ⁠⁣ And honestly? That’s exactly what I want to capture.⁠⁣ ⁠⁣ The real smiles. The chaos. The snuggles. The way your toddler leans into you when they're tired, or how your baby clutches your finger like it’s the most important thing in the world.⁣ ⁠⁣ That’s the good stuff.⁣ ⁠⁣ And those are the moments you’ll actually want to remember.⁠

There’s something so special about gathering the whole family—generations together, kids running barefoot through the sand, golden light pouring in.

This sunset session was filled with tiny, beautiful moments: a toddler twirling in her grandma’s arms, cousins holding hands, laughter between siblings who’ve grown up side by side.

It’s these in-between moments that mean the most. The ones that tell the real story of your family—just as you are, right now.

#CarlsbadPhotographer #CarlsbadBeach #OceansidePhotographer #SanDiegoFamilyPhotographer #NorthCountyPhotographer #FamilyBeachPhotos #CarlsbadFamilyPhotographer #OceansideBeachPhotography #ExtendedFamilySession #NaturalFamilyPhotography #SunsetFamilyPhotos #SoCalFamilyPhotographer #HeirloomPhotography #FamilyPhotosCarlsbad #carlsbadportraitphotographer

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There’s something so special about gathering the whole family—generations together, kids running barefoot through the sand, golden light pouring in. This sunset session was filled with tiny, beautiful moments: a toddler twirling in her grandma’s arms, cousins holding hands, laughter between siblings who’ve grown up side by side. It’s these in-between moments that mean the most. The ones that tell the real story of your family—just as you are, right now. #CarlsbadPhotographer #CarlsbadBeach #OceansidePhotographer #SanDiegoFamilyPhotographer #NorthCountyPhotographer #FamilyBeachPhotos #CarlsbadFamilyPhotographer #OceansideBeachPhotography #ExtendedFamilySession #NaturalFamilyPhotography #SunsetFamilyPhotos #SoCalFamilyPhotographer #HeirloomPhotography #FamilyPhotosCarlsbad #carlsbadportraitphotographer

 

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.

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Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear baby carriers, push swings, bait hooks, fix broken bikes, and show up—over and over again.
⁠
To the dads who love loud, work hard, and hold it all together (even when no one’s watching)—this one’s for you.
⁠
You’re not just raising kids. You’re raising future humans who know what love, strength, and dedication really look like.
⁠
Happy Father’s Day. Keep being the rock, the guide, the goofball, and the heart behind the scenes.
⁠
📸 Here’s to the dads who step up, lean in, and make it all matter.
⁠

#FathersDay #DadGoals #NorthCountyDads #OceansidePhotographer #CarlsbadFamilies #VallentynePhotography #DadLife #FamilyLegacy #FatherhoodUnfiltered

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Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear baby carriers, push swings, bait hooks, fix broken bikes, and show up—over and over again. ⁠ To the dads who love loud, work hard, and hold it all together (even when no one’s watching)—this one’s for you. ⁠ You’re not just raising kids. You’re raising future humans who know what love, strength, and dedication really look like. ⁠ Happy Father’s Day. Keep being the rock, the guide, the goofball, and the heart behind the scenes. ⁠ 📸 Here’s to the dads who step up, lean in, and make it all matter. ⁠ #FathersDay #DadGoals #NorthCountyDads #OceansidePhotographer #CarlsbadFamilies #VallentynePhotography #DadLife #FamilyLegacy #FatherhoodUnfiltered

There’s something about that first time your baby wraps their fingers around yours.⁠

It’s instinct, sure—but it’s also connection.
A silent little promise: *I know you. I trust you. I’m safe here.*⁠
⁠
They won’t remember this moment, but you will.⁠
And years from now, you’ll look at this photo and remember exactly how it felt.⁠
⁠
That’s the power of something so small.⁠
*
*
*
*
*
#vallentynephotography #carlsbadnewbornphotographer #petitejoys #sandiegonewbornphotographer #sandiegofamilyphotographer #newbornphotography #newborn #familyphotography #motherhood #motherhoodrising #newbornsofinstagram #newbornoninstagram #everydaynewborn #love #NewbornShoot #BabyPhotography #BabyLove #NewbornPortraits #NewbornMagic #CuteBaby #SweetBaby #NewbornArt #BabyMoments #TinyMiracle #SleepingBaby #BabySnuggles #NewbornLife #NewbornBliss #BabyBundle #AdorableNewborn

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There’s something about that first time your baby wraps their fingers around yours.⁠ It’s instinct, sure—but it’s also connection. A silent little promise: *I know you. I trust you. I’m safe here.*⁠ ⁠ They won’t remember this moment, but you will.⁠ And years from now, you’ll look at this photo and remember exactly how it felt.⁠ ⁠ That’s the power of something so small.⁠ * * * * * #vallentynephotography #carlsbadnewbornphotographer #petitejoys #sandiegonewbornphotographer #sandiegofamilyphotographer #newbornphotography #newborn #familyphotography #motherhood #motherhoodrising #newbornsofinstagram #newbornoninstagram #everydaynewborn #love #NewbornShoot #BabyPhotography #BabyLove #NewbornPortraits #NewbornMagic #CuteBaby #SweetBaby #NewbornArt #BabyMoments #TinyMiracle #SleepingBaby #BabySnuggles #NewbornLife #NewbornBliss #BabyBundle #AdorableNewborn

They’ll never be this tiny again. Every newborn is a once-in-a-lifetime masterpiece—just days old, yet already entirely themselves. These early moments are fleeting, raw, and unrepeatable. Capture them not just for now, but for the decades ahead when these sleepy yawns and curled-up fingers feel like a dream.

#newbornphotography #tinytoesbiglove #oceansidephotographer #carlsbadnewbornphotographer #newbornportraits #northcountysandiego #babyphotographer #motherhoodunplugged #newbornmagic #vallentynephotography

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They’ll never be this tiny again. Every newborn is a once-in-a-lifetime masterpiece—just days old, yet already entirely themselves. These early moments are fleeting, raw, and unrepeatable. Capture them not just for now, but for the decades ahead when these sleepy yawns and curled-up fingers feel like a dream. #newbornphotography #tinytoesbiglove #oceansidephotographer #carlsbadnewbornphotographer #newbornportraits #northcountysandiego #babyphotographer #motherhoodunplugged #newbornmagic #vallentynephotography

Because the truth is—your kids probably won’t sit still.⁠⁣
They’ll make silly faces, run in opposite directions, or collapse into giggles just when you were hoping for that “one perfect shot.”⁣
⁠⁣
And honestly? That’s exactly what I want to capture.⁠⁣
⁠⁣
The real smiles. The chaos. The snuggles. The way your toddler leans into you when they`re tired, or how your baby clutches your finger like it’s the most important thing in the world.⁣
⁠⁣
That’s the good stuff.⁣
⁠⁣
And those are the moments you’ll actually want to remember.⁠

15 3
Open post by vallentynephotography with ID 18059697176176814
Because the truth is—your kids probably won’t sit still.⁠⁣ They’ll make silly faces, run in opposite directions, or collapse into giggles just when you were hoping for that “one perfect shot.”⁣ ⁠⁣ And honestly? That’s exactly what I want to capture.⁠⁣ ⁠⁣ The real smiles. The chaos. The snuggles. The way your toddler leans into you when they're tired, or how your baby clutches your finger like it’s the most important thing in the world.⁣ ⁠⁣ That’s the good stuff.⁣ ⁠⁣ And those are the moments you’ll actually want to remember.⁠

There’s something so special about gathering the whole family—generations together, kids running barefoot through the sand, golden light pouring in.

This sunset session was filled with tiny, beautiful moments: a toddler twirling in her grandma’s arms, cousins holding hands, laughter between siblings who’ve grown up side by side.

It’s these in-between moments that mean the most. The ones that tell the real story of your family—just as you are, right now.

#CarlsbadPhotographer #CarlsbadBeach #OceansidePhotographer #SanDiegoFamilyPhotographer #NorthCountyPhotographer #FamilyBeachPhotos #CarlsbadFamilyPhotographer #OceansideBeachPhotography #ExtendedFamilySession #NaturalFamilyPhotography #SunsetFamilyPhotos #SoCalFamilyPhotographer #HeirloomPhotography #FamilyPhotosCarlsbad #carlsbadportraitphotographer

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Open post by vallentynephotography with ID 17972985269854219
There’s something so special about gathering the whole family—generations together, kids running barefoot through the sand, golden light pouring in. This sunset session was filled with tiny, beautiful moments: a toddler twirling in her grandma’s arms, cousins holding hands, laughter between siblings who’ve grown up side by side. It’s these in-between moments that mean the most. The ones that tell the real story of your family—just as you are, right now. #CarlsbadPhotographer #CarlsbadBeach #OceansidePhotographer #SanDiegoFamilyPhotographer #NorthCountyPhotographer #FamilyBeachPhotos #CarlsbadFamilyPhotographer #OceansideBeachPhotography #ExtendedFamilySession #NaturalFamilyPhotography #SunsetFamilyPhotos #SoCalFamilyPhotographer #HeirloomPhotography #FamilyPhotosCarlsbad #carlsbadportraitphotographer
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