I love shooting weddings in beautiful North County! The Crossings in Carlsbad, CA is right near my studio and I had so much fun exploring the golf course for photos with Laura and Tom! Suzan M Florals did an amazing job making this wedding beautiful with her flowers and design!
Here are a few of my favorite images….feel free to pin or leave a comment, we’d love to hear from you!
Planning your own photos? Lets chat!
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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.
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 🤍
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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!
