Napa has to be one of the most beautiful places to photograph people….. I just love love love the landscape. Here is an engagement shot I love at one of the vineyards…
Planning your own photos? Lets chat!
Napa has to be one of the most beautiful places to photograph people….. I just love love love the landscape. Here is an engagement shot I love at one of the vineyards…
Planning your own photos? Lets chat!

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I love capturing families at all stages—from newborn snuggles to seniors heading off to college. Every season is worth remembering. If you’d like to capture yours, let’s connect.
Families often tell me that the session flew by—that it felt more like time together than a photoshoot. That’s exactly how it should be. If you’d like that experience, let’s work together.
I’ve spent 20 years refining my process so you don’t have to worry about a thing. From wardrobe to wall art, it’s all taken care of. If that sounds good to you, let’s start planning.
When I design a session, it’s not just about photos—it’s about making the experience easy and enjoyable for you. If that’s the kind of support you need, let’s chat.
Living here my whole life means I can suggest the perfect location for every family—whether it’s beach, trail, or field. If you’d like my recommendations, just reach out.
Your portraits should do more than live on a hard drive—they should be printed, framed, and enjoyed every day. If you’d like help designing artwork for your home, I’d love to guide you.
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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.
I love capturing families at all stages—from newborn snuggles to seniors heading off to college. Every season is worth remembering. If you’d like to capture yours, let’s connect.
Families often tell me that the session flew by—that it felt more like time together than a photoshoot. That’s exactly how it should be. If you’d like that experience, let’s work together.
I’ve spent 20 years refining my process so you don’t have to worry about a thing. From wardrobe to wall art, it’s all taken care of. If that sounds good to you, let’s start planning.
When I design a session, it’s not just about photos—it’s about making the experience easy and enjoyable for you. If that’s the kind of support you need, let’s chat.
Living here my whole life means I can suggest the perfect location for every family—whether it’s beach, trail, or field. If you’d like my recommendations, just reach out.
Your portraits should do more than live on a hard drive—they should be printed, framed, and enjoyed every day. If you’d like help designing artwork for your home, I’d love to guide you.