North Coast Village Vacation {Oceanside Beach Family Photography}

As an Oceanside native, I have a lot of favorite places in Oceanside and North Coast Village is one of them! North Coast Village is such a beautiful place for a family vacation. It’s right on the beach with pools available and gorgeous tropical Landscaping. This makes North Coast Village the perfect place for a family portrait session when you are on vacation! I usually start the session walking around the resort and then we finished on the sand. I love the beach right in front of North Coast Village because it a lot more quiet and less crowded than most beaches in the area. Here are a few of my favorite photos from this beautiful family portrait session on the water!

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Photography isn’t just my career—it’s been my life’s work for more than 20 years. Each session still excites me, and I’d love to bring that passion to your portraits too.
One of my favorite murals by @realfunwow 😍

Some of the best photos happen when nothing goes to plan—kids running, wind in the hair, real life unfolding. That’s where the beauty is. If that sounds like your family, I’d love to photograph you.
Full-service photography means I don’t stop at taking pictures—I help you design wall art, albums, and keepsakes you’ll treasure for a lifetime. If you’d like that kind of support, I’d love to work with you.
I’ve worked with families for generations—sometimes photographing the same people from engagement through grandchildren. It’s an incredible privilege. If you’d like a long-term photographer for your family, let’s connect.
Every family is unique, and that’s what I love capturing—the real connection, laughter, and personality that make you who you are. If that’s what you want in your portraits, let’s plan something together.
Being born and raised here means I know this area better than anyone—I’ve discovered hidden gems that make for the most beautiful portraits. Want me to share them with you? Send me a message.

 

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.

Photography isn’t just my career—it’s been my life’s work for more than 20 years. Each session still excites me, and I’d love to bring that passion to your portraits too.
One of my favorite murals by @realfunwow 😍

Some of the best photos happen when nothing goes to plan—kids running, wind in the hair, real life unfolding. That’s where the beauty is. If that sounds like your family, I’d love to photograph you.
Full-service photography means I don’t stop at taking pictures—I help you design wall art, albums, and keepsakes you’ll treasure for a lifetime. If you’d like that kind of support, I’d love to work with you.
I’ve worked with families for generations—sometimes photographing the same people from engagement through grandchildren. It’s an incredible privilege. If you’d like a long-term photographer for your family, let’s connect.
Every family is unique, and that’s what I love capturing—the real connection, laughter, and personality that make you who you are. If that’s what you want in your portraits, let’s plan something together.
Being born and raised here means I know this area better than anyone—I’ve discovered hidden gems that make for the most beautiful portraits. Want me to share them with you? Send me a message.

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heather@vallentynephotography.com

760-672-2416

located in oceanside, california