Twin Oaks House & Gardens Wedding | San Marcos Photographer

Erin and David’s lovely Spring wedding was on a beautiful sunshine filled day! We have been having so much rain here in Southern California that the countryside was just about as beautiful as I have ever seen it! Congratulations Erin & David- your wedding was magical!

FAVORITE WEDDING MOMENT:

My absolute favorite moment of their wedding day was the second that David saw Erin about to walk down the aisle. As soon as the church door opened there was so much emotion on his face and his best man kept looking at him with a huge smile on his face too- he just knew what a huge moment it was for David too.

BEAUTIFUL WEDDING STYLE:

I was in love with the charming, vintage feel of the whole day. Twin Oaks House and Gardens is full of such beautiful scenery, it really is a photographer’s dream. All of the historic and vintage details, along with the soft color palette for the bridesmaids and bouquets made the theme of the wedding feel really cohesive.

OUR FAVORITE WEDDING PHOTO:

The light was absolutely beautiful after the ceremony. With sunshine filtering in through the trees, I just love the photos of the bride and groom walking down the path and sitting together on the vintage furniture placed on the front lawn.

SAN MARCOS WEDDING VENUES:

St. Thomas More Catholic Church AND Twin Oaks House & Gardens

THANK YOU:

Thank you for having us with you on your wedding day! We had such a wonderful time capturing your story! 🙂

WEDDING TEAM:

Ceremony: St. Thomas More Catholic Church Wedding

Venue, Coordinator, Caterer, & Reception: Twin Oaks House & Gardens Wedding Reception

Flowers: Flowers by Erin

DJ: Mike Hogan (Entertainment at Large)

Cupcakes:Cute Cakes Escondido

San Diego Candy Buffets: Smores Bar

Bridal gown: Oleg Cassini from David’s Bridal

Bridemaids gowns: Jenny Packam from David’s Bridal

Groom and groomsmen: Men’s Wearhouse

Photobooth: The FotoBox

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Collage of bridesmaids in robes, bride smiling, and lace dress at Twin Oaks House & Gardens Wedding Reception outdoors.

A garden fountain, jeweled bracelet, and bouquet with blue flowers from a Twin Oaks House & Gardens Wedding Reception. A collage of wedding shoes, a crystal chandelier, and florals at a Twin Oaks House & Gardens Wedding Reception. Bride in a lace gown gets ready with bridesmaids at Twin Oaks House & Gardens, reflected in ornate vintage mirrors. A bride in a lace dress smiles at Twin Oaks House & Gardens; another photo highlights her crossed legs and peep-toe heels. A bride in lace stands by a window, smiling, before her St. Thomas More Catholic Church wedding. Bride smiling as two flower girls adjust her dress at Twin Oaks House & Gardens; girls hugging in white dresses. A woman in a wedding dress at her St. Thomas More Catholic Church wedding. Left: Woman in a blue dress holds a pastel bouquet. Right: Two girls with a "Here Comes My Auntie" sign at the wedding reception. A modern church with a cross and a sign welcomes guests to your St. Thomas More Catholic Church Wedding.

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Most family photos don’t get used.

Not because they weren't good—
but because they were never turned into something beautiful and tangible.

They stay on phones.
Or get printed in a way that doesn’t feel quite right.

That’s why I guide my clients through creating something beautiful for their home—so their photos don’t just exist, they’re part of everyday life.

Be honest—have you ever printed your photos and felt a little disappointed with how they turned out?
Your portraits should be artwork that makes your house feel even more like home. If you’d like that kind of art on your walls, let’s plan it together.
What sets my sessions apart is the planning—we take care of the details so your only job is to enjoy. If that’s the experience you’d like, I’d love to hear from you.
Some families tell me they’ve been meaning to do portraits for years. If that’s you, this is your sign. Let’s create something meaningful together.
As a full-service photographer, my job doesn’t end at the camera—I help you bring your portraits to life in your home. If that sounds like what you’ve been missing, let’s talk.
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I’m building out my new studio portfolio and looking for a few select models this April ✨

If you’re:
• Expecting (3rd trimester)
• Or have a baby 6–12 months (sitting, not yet walking)

I’d love to hear from you!

These are complimentary sessions designed to create soft, natural, elevated portraits in my new light-filled Carlsbad studio (or on location if you prefer).

To apply:
Email me at heather@vallentynephotography.com with a quick snapshot of your family + whether you prefer studio, location, or either.

I’ll send over details + next steps 💌

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Vallentyne Photography is a portrait studio in Oceanside, CA, with a natural light 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.

Most family photos don’t get used.

Not because they weren't good—
but because they were never turned into something beautiful and tangible.

They stay on phones.
Or get printed in a way that doesn’t feel quite right.

That’s why I guide my clients through creating something beautiful for their home—so their photos don’t just exist, they’re part of everyday life.

Be honest—have you ever printed your photos and felt a little disappointed with how they turned out?
Your portraits should be artwork that makes your house feel even more like home. If you’d like that kind of art on your walls, let’s plan it together.
What sets my sessions apart is the planning—we take care of the details so your only job is to enjoy. If that’s the experience you’d like, I’d love to hear from you.
Some families tell me they’ve been meaning to do portraits for years. If that’s you, this is your sign. Let’s create something meaningful together.
As a full-service photographer, my job doesn’t end at the camera—I help you bring your portraits to life in your home. If that sounds like what you’ve been missing, let’s talk.
MODELS NEEDED 🤍

I’m building out my new studio portfolio and looking for a few select models this April ✨

If you’re:
• Expecting (3rd trimester)
• Or have a baby 6–12 months (sitting, not yet walking)

I’d love to hear from you!

These are complimentary sessions designed to create soft, natural, elevated portraits in my new light-filled Carlsbad studio (or on location if you prefer).

To apply:
Email me at heather@vallentynephotography.com with a quick snapshot of your family + whether you prefer studio, location, or either.

I’ll send over details + next steps 💌

Please email only (no DMs) so I can keep everything organized 🤍

Tag a friend who would love this!

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heather@vallentynephotography.com

760-672-2416

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