Nick + Destinie, a Heavenly Desert Bridal Session

There’s nothing quite as sweet as meeting up with newlyweds just days after saying “I do”. We got to spend a little extra time with Destinie and Nick way out west in all of their just married splendor.

While these cuties may have opted for a serene garden wedding in the heart of the city, their bridal session in the Southwestern desert was an amazing contrast to their nuptials. We adored exploring a tried and true favorite location with these adventurous souls.

Cheers to the brightest and newest journey ahead babes, we know married life will be the best freaking time!

Vendors
Location - White Mesa
Engagement Ring - Brilliant Earth
Bridal Gown - Casablanca
Bridal Boutique - Ella Blu Boutique
Groom’s Attire - Men’s Wearhouse
Groom’s Wedding Band - Manly Bands
Photographer - Molly

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Maggie + Dominic, a Darling Newborn Session

This year we got spend a little extra time with one of our all time favorite couples, Maggie and Dominic, as the start a darling new chapter together as parents. These cuties certainly make it easy for us to capture their love over and over again.

These angels met all the way back in law school and finally tied the knot in 2021 with the dreamiest, most elegant backyard wedding of all time. Since then, Dominic and Maggie have continued to grow their sweet little family and are truly the most amazing new parents.

We can’t wait to see what the future holds for them!

Location - Private Home
Photographer - Erin

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Julianne + Joshua, a Heartfelt Downtown Elopement

If there’s one thing we absolutely adore, it’s a once in a lifetime kind of love story and no two souls are more meant to be than sweet Joshua and Julianne. This darling downtown elopement with these hunnies was one we won’t soon forget.

Julianne and Joshua have been together for years upon years and yet their love is still the most darling thing to behold. For their special day, they wanted simple, intimate, heartfelt celebration and dang did they get just that. These hunnies started off with prep and a first look at one of the coziest spots in Downtown Albuquerque, Hotel Andaluz, followed by one of the most emotional courthouse weddings we could have ever dreamed up. After making their their love official, we got to steal Joshua and Julianne away for some truly gorgeous portraits in our favorite city.

Cheers to a love story that goes on and on for all of time, we already know that these newlyweds are going to be absolutely unforgettable in their new chapter.

Vendors
Prep Venue - Hotel Andaluz
Ceremony Venue - Bernalillo County Courthouse
Florals - Florectia Flowers
Hair + Makeup - Diana of Something Ginger
Bridal Gown - Lulus
Bride’s Shoes - Steve Madden
Bride’s Jewelry - Songlines by Jewel
Groom’s Attire - H&M
Photo Team - Lexi + Oliver + Lindsay

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - 13 Uniquely Southwestern Wedding Venues in New Mexico

If you’re dreaming of being hitched out in the West, there are truly some spectacular wedding venues to plan your stunning day at, but none as mystical or unique as those in New Mexico. These stunning locations are beyond divine, they’re truly legendary.

From the heart of the historic Santa Fe Plaza to the wilds of the Southwestern deserts, these wedding venues are sure to leave everyone and anyone truly breathless. It’s not hard to see why so many lovers flock to The Land of Enchantment, nuptials here are beyond one-of-a-kind.

Scroll through to see all of our favorite places from our beloved home state, we’re positive that you’ll fall head over heels in love too.

Weddings + Elopements by the Alicia Lucia Photography Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Venue - La Posada de Santa Fe
Couple - Nicole + Griffin

Venue - Inn of the Five Graces
Lovers - Sam + Nicky

Venue - La Fonda on the Plaza
Lovers - Eliza + Taylor

Venue - Four Seasons Santa Fe
Lovers - Alex + Blakely

Venue - Stay Kitfox
Lovers - Elizabeth + Scott

Venue - National Hispanic Cultural Center
Lovers - Marissa + Doug

Venue - Loretto Chapel
Lovers - Richard + Angela

Venue - Inn of the Turquoise Bear
Lovers - Shawn + Kristian

Venue - Pecos National Historical Site
Lovers - Justin + Olivia

Venue - Ghost Ranch
Lovers - Mike + Erika

Venue - Rancho Gallina
Lovers - Kate + Sean

Autumn + Aimara, a Dreamy Southwestern Session

Little angels Aimara and Autumn got to adventure with us into the deserts of Albuquerque’s East Mountains for one of the prettiest little evenings of all time. We adored every last second with these cuties.

Whether it was simply walking through the Southwestern terrain or sharing stolen moments together, these lovers truly lit up this early spring day in the brightest of ways.

We cannot wait to see how Autumn and Aimara’s love continues to blossom as time goes on!

Location - Sandia Foothills
Photo Team - Erin + Oliver

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Jessica + Collin, a Darling Sandia Foothills Engagement

Austin hunnies Collin and Jessica are planning the most incredible, intimate Santa Fe wedding this fall and we couldn’t be more excited for them to make their love official. This spring we spent a little bit of time with them in the Sandia Mountain Foothills and it was such a freaking dream.

These cuties first met several years ago while in school and quickly fell for one another. After a few years of being absolutely enamored with each other, Collin proposed to Jessica at Yosemite National Park and these two immediately began planning their joyful nuptials.

We cannot wait to see these babes become husband and wife this September at the New Mexico Museum of Art, we know it’ll be an unreal day!

Location - Sandia Foothills
Photo Team - Lexi + Jaclyn

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - Elevated Hotel Weddings

While we love all of the unique wedding venues we’ve been lucky enough to experience, there’s something so dang stunning about a classic hotel wedding.

Whether weddings take place at quaint, dreamy inns or at historic, elegant estates, hotel weddings truly come in all shapes and sizes. We love the way that hotel weddings can keep all of the festivities in one location and still make celebrations feel otherworldly.

Scroll though to see so many of our favorite little hotel wedding locations both near and far!

Featured Lovers
Caroline + Parker at La Fonda on the Plaza
Chance + Rebekah at Hotel Albuquerque
Molly + Victor at Hotel Casteñada
Alexandra + Timothy at Four Seasons Santa Fe
Laura + Brian at Hotel Chaco
Jennifer + Kristopher at Hyatt Tamaya
Julia + Jason at Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm
Ali + Cameron at La Posada de Santa Fe
Shannon + Alex at Hotel Parq Central
Jessa + Matt at Bishop’s Lodge

Weddings + Elopements by the Alicia Lucia Photography Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Engagement Inspo - Wondrous Spring Engagements

As spring begins to show itself in full bloom, we already know that all of the dreamy engagement sessions to come this season will truly be showstoppers. As warm weather steeps into the Southwest, we looked back at just a few of our all time favorite spring lovers.

From the enchanting blooms around Los Poblanos to the serene weather at Lake Powell to call of new adventure in the Southwestern deserts, spring is definitely the season to explore with your soulmate. We adored all of the journeys our sweet couples took us on last year and are ecstatic over where we’ll go this year.

Featured Lovers
Taylor + Jaxon at Lake Powell
Ashley + Cody in the Sandia Foothills
Assad + Adelynn at The University of New Mexico
Andrew + Ashley in Canyon Road, Santa Fe
Chance + Rebekah at White Mesa
Bren + Andrew in the Sandia Foothills
Eduardo + Alejandra at The Inn of the Five Graces
Alexandra + Timothy at Four Seasons Santa Fe
Issac + Joe in Old Town Albuquerque
Jessa + Matt at Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm
Sophia + Mikah at Los Poblanos Open Space

Engagements by the Alicia Lucia Photography Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Ashley + Cody, a Playfully Romantic Desert Engagement

Sweethearts Cody and Ashley are planning the world’s dreamiest spring soirée for next year, but we just had to squeeze in the sweetest desert engagement with these lovebirds. We adore seeing these two angels adventure around the Southwest together!

Ashley and Cody have been together for a little over five years, but their love story began back when they were both attending college at Western Colorado State. These cuties shared the same major and after crossing paths many times in mutual classes, but they didn’t finally begin their love story until after graduation (when Cody slide into Ashley’s DMs). Several years later, these hunnies added the sweetest little babe to their family and are fully smitten with their life together. And to sweeten it all, Cody proposed to Ashley in 2023 in the Colorado countryside.

We cannot wait to officially celebrate these lovers in May of 2025 at Blame Her Ranch, we know it will be the most joyous day!

Location - Sandia Foothills
Photo Team - Gabriella + Lindsay

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Joseph + Nayvesca, a Dreamy New Mexico Portrait Session

Stunning little babes Joseph and Nayvesca spent a golden hour evening with us out at one of our favorite desert locations. These cuties truly lit up this session with their beyond sweet love.

These hunnies are a match made in heaven and we’re one hundred percent sure that Nayvesca and Joseph are going to move mountains during their lifetime of adventures ahead!

Location - Sandia Foothills
Photo Team - Erin + Lindsay

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Bridal Inspo - Ultra Glam Los Poblanos Bridals

If there’s one way to kick off what’s sure to be one of the most enchanting wedding seasons of all, its definitely a heavenly bridal session at Los Poblanos. This winter day was beyond anything we could have anticipated or hoped for.

Whether it was the lush florals, the most angelic bridal style, or the tiniest, most alluring reception details, this styled shoot was one that we’ve been dreaming of for months upon months. We adored working with some of the most brilliant vendors in all of the Southwest and we cannot freaking wait to take on the 2024 wedding season.

Here’s to kicking off the most epic of years in the most insanely inspiring way!!

Venue - Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm
Creative Direction - Lex + Erin of Alicia Lucia Photography
Coordination - Simply Done Events
Florals - Elite Florals by Albuquerque Florist
Invitations + Paper Goods - Letterpress Made
Jewelry - Ooh Aah Jewelry
Bridal Gown - ABQ Bridal Boutique
Cake - Violet Jones for Los Poblanos
Bride - Sophia Savić
Photography Team - Alicia + Erin + Lindsay + Jaclyn

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Elisa + Kaycie, a Romantic New Mexico Engagement

Lovebirds Kaycie and Elisa joined us for the second round of their engagement photos in the middle of the North Valley and it was truly such a dream. We absolutely adore the chemistry and joy these two share together.

We cannot wait to see these two tie the knot way up in the mountains of Santa Fe this summer, we know its going to be one for the books.

Cheers to all the cutie lovers in all the stunning locations, we’re downright obsessed with it all!

Location - Los Poblanos Open Space
Photographer - Lexie

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Michelle + Enrico, a Stunning Santa Fe Wedding

New Mexico hunnies Enrico and Michelle celebrated their love with most serene rooftop day Santa Fe. These lovers’ sweet little connection shone extra bright on this dreamy winter day.

Michelle and Enrico wanted to stay true to all of the Southwestern charm they know and love so an intimate wedding in the heart of The City Different was just what they had been daydreaming about since their engagement. From their emotional first look to their picturesque ceremony to their sweet first dance, these babes made every last moment truly unforgettable.

We can’t wiat to see these two take on the world as newlyweds, we know they’ll be absolutely brilliant.


Vendors
Venue - Inn and Spa at Loretto
Bridal Gown - Wtoo by Watters
Bridal Boutique - Anthropologie Weddings
Groom’s Attire - Jos A. Banks
Cake - The Cake Shop
Photo Team - Carissa + Erika + Erin

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Engagement Inspo - Engagement Style Lookbook

If there’s one thing we’re absolutely certain of its that our couples always bring the beyond heavenly vibes to their engagement sessions. From season to season, our lovers always manage to make our hearts flutter with some of the dreamiest looks of all time.

Whether its the colorful pops of springs, to sizzling temperatures of summer, the hazy tones of the fall, or the cozy winter vibes, there’s always something for our team to look forward to as the year rolls on, especially when it comes to engagement style. We’re truly floored at the way all of our cutie couples can continually wow us with timeless looks that blend so beautifully with all of the stunning southwestern backdrops.

Scroll through to see some of the newest trends and some of our old faves all in one little blog!

Engagements + Sessions by the Alicia Lucia Photography Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Part I - Spring Style

Featured Lovers
Assad + Adelynn at The University of New Mexico
Nhi + Jojo in New Mexico
Brenda + Andrew in the Sandia Foothills
Michael + Kieu-Vi at White Sands National Park
Dominique + Sean at Los Poblanos
Ashley + Andrew in Canyon Road, Santa Fe
Matt + Jessa at Los Poblanos
Jenny + Alec at Farm and Table
Jacqueline + Thomas at The Pink Adobe and Inn of the Five Graces
Luke + Jenny at White Mesa
Jenny + Ike in the Sandia Foothills
Sophia + Mikah at Los Poblanos Open Space

Part II - Summer Style

Featured Lovers
Gwen + Elijah at Los Poblanos
Valerie + Stan at Ivjohanje Ranch
Chance + Rebekah at White Mesa
Joe + Issac in Old Town Albuquerque
Taylor + Jaxon at Lake Powell, Arizona
George + Audrey in the Sandia Foothills
Andres + Bailey in Old Town Albuquerque
Nicole + Griffin at Los Poblanos
Jaclyn + John in the Sandia Foothills
Nick + Elizabeth in Nambe Falls
Courtney + Chris at Tingley Beach

Part III - Fall Styles

Featured Lovers
Ashley + Will in Downtown Santa Fe
Hannah + Skylar in the Sandia Mountains
Rich + Angela at Ghost Ranch
Josh + Demesia in Angel Fire
Alejandra + Eduardo at Inn of the Five Graces
Peyton + Sam in Nob Hill
Emily + Adam in Downtown Albuquerque
Curtis + Elena in Breckenridge, Colorado
Caity + Wyatt in the Sandia Mountains
Maria + Marc at La Fonda on the Plaza
Michael + Lauren at Los Poblanos

Part IV - Winter Styles

Featured Lovers
Assad + Adelynn at San Lorenzo Canyon
Courtney + Chance in the Sandia Foothills
Ben + Bri at Ghost Ranch
Katy + Noah in Downtown Albuquerque
Elisa + Kaycie at Bishop’s Lodge
Lauren + Michael in the Sandia Foothills
Taylor + Eliza in Old Town Albuquerque
Holly + Matt in the Sandia Mountains
Dominque + Josh at Bishop’s Lodge
Kim + Daniel in Old Town Albuquerque
Joseph + Nayvesca in the Sandia Mountains

Assad + Adelynn, a Windswept Desert Engagement

Almost a whole year after their nuptials, sweethearts Adelynn and Assad are preparing for part two of their dream wedding. Before they get to be on the alter again, we got to spend a windswept winter day with them down south and it was truly a dream come true!

These cuties met way back during their undergrad days at The University of New Mexico and after starting off as just friends, Assad and Adelynn soon fell head-over-heels in love with one another. This spring they’ll follow up their multi-cultural wedding of last spring with a western wedding this March and we’re already sure that it will be absolutely divine.

Cheers to allll of the dream days to come this spring, we’re already on cloud nine over them!

Location - San Lorenzo Canyon in Soccorro, NM
Photographer - Molly

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Maggie + Dominic, a Darling Desert Maternity Session

We adore getting to see our favorite cutie couples start new journeys together and this dreamy little evening with Maggie and Dominic was certainly no exception. These babes lit up this little February evening like no other and we are so dang thrilled for them.

Dominic and Maggie first met all the way back in law school and have been falling in love with each other ever since. They were wed in 2021 with the most unreal backyard wedding and now are expecting a sweet new addition to their family. We can’t wait to see where life takes these soulmates next, we know it’ll be the most amazing adventure!

Location - Sandia Foothills
Photo Team - Erin

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Bailey + Andres, a Timeless Wedding at Los Poblanos

If there’s one thing that makes us feel like we’re on cloud nine, its a dream day at one of our favorite places on earth, Los Poblanos. Our classically modern inspired shoot truly encapsulated so many of the divine wedding details we will adore for all of eternity.

This mid-winter afternoon was the most perfect mix of the timeless elegance and unique new trends. Whether it was the dainty little bows or the regal bridal gown that shown so brightly on this day, we’re truly in awe of it all. We cannot wait to see all of the opulence and grace this stunning day inspires for seasons to come.

Vendors
Venue - Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm
Creative Direction - Lex + Erin of Alicia Lucia Photography
Coordination - Simply Done Events
Florals - Elite Florals by Albuquerque Florist
Invitations + Paper Goods - Letterpress Made
Jewelry - Ooh Aah Jewelry
Hair + Makeup - Something Ginger
Bridal Gown - ABQ Bridal Boutique
Groom’s Attire - Joseph Abboud
Cake - Violet Jones for Los Poblanos
Real Life Lovers - Bailey + Andres
Photography Team - Alicia + Erin + Lindsay + Jaclyn

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

David + Vanessa, a Heartwarming Family Session

Longtime lovers Vanessa and David came into our lives several years ago with their incredible, late summer wedding in the heart of Albuquerque. Now nearly a decade later we got to photograph their sweet little family and it was truly a dream.

These hunnies and their little story are a true testament to love withstanding all in life. We can’t wait to see what David, Vanessa, and their adorable kids accomplish next!

Location - Los Poblanos Open Space
Photographer - Lexie

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Courtney + Chance, an Enchanting Desert Engagement

Long-time sweethearts Chance and Courtney are about to make their love just a little official this fall with a dreamy New Mexico wedding, but we couldn’t pass up the opportunity to hang out with these love birds on the most serene winter evening. We adore these cuties and the love their share for each other.

Courtney and Chance first met through mutual friends almost eight years ago while both were students at The University of New Mexico. A few years after meeting, these hunnies moved out to the Bay Area with their pup Noodles, but eventually returned to their home state of New Mexico in 2022. Chance proposed while they were on vacation in the United Kingdom during a surprise tea date in London. And to make their moment even sweeter, all of their closest family and friends had arrived to help them celebrate.

We can’t wait to see these angels become husband and wife later on this year in the heart of Albuquerque at National Hispanic Cultural Center.

Location - Sandia Foothills
Photographer - Molly

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - Heavenly Spring Florals

With plants starting to bloom and warm weather on the way, spring is truly right around the corner for our upcoming weddings. We adore seeing all of the lush spring details, but perhaps nothing can truly outshine divine florals.

From the soft, pastel hues to the stunningly classic arrangements, florals in the springtime can truly crown an entire wedding day. Nothing quite makes us well like our wedding season is in full swing until we get to see these beautiful blossoms, we simply cannot wait for it all!

Featured Lovers
Bailey + Andres at Los Poblanos
Estelle + Trevor at the New Orleans Pharmacy Museum
Ryan + Samantha at Blame Her Ranch
Joe + Issac at Los Poblanos
Dan + Kathryn at Los Poblanos
Alexandra + Timothy at Four Seasons Santa Fe
Stan + Valerie at Ivjohaje Ranch
Julia + Jason at Los Poblanos
Jessa + Matt at Bishop’s Lodge

Weddings + Elopements by the Alicia Lucia Photography Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography