A downtown Albuquerque Engagement

kyle + katie

what a fun time we had with these two, exploring downtown Albuquerque. We loved all the belly laughs and the real wedding plan talk we had together! a sweet little e-sesh.

Charlotte + Jacob, a Hacienda Vargas Elopement

Over the summer we had the honor of photographing this darling elopement. Over a candlelit, intimate ceremony done at the historic Hacienda Vargas adobe chapel, Charlotte and Jacob traveled all the way from the east coast to join together in holy matrimony. Together with their precious daughter, we had a blast adventuring and taking their beautiful portraits!

Venue: Hacienda Vargas

Hair/Makeup: Genica Lee

Floral: Stephanie Yardman

Cake: Desire and Consequence

Albuquerque Country Club Wedding

After nearly a decade of dating and a darling daughter, Candace and Skyler are officially married! We were so honored to be a small part of their big day.

Venue: Albuquerque Country Club
Gown + Shoes: BHLDN
Grooms attire: Vera Wang
Floral: Renegade Floral by Melissa Paquin
Hair/makeup: Genica Lee, Makeup Artist 

Kayla + Austin, a woodlands Engagement session

I sincerely love engagement sessions. Especially with couples who are head over heels in love, down for any adventure and not afraid to get a little dirty! Kayla and Austin were no exception and were such a dream to work with. They didn't hesitate when asked to walk through the tall grass, weeds + cactus, they hiked up hills, and braved all the different desert elements. Not only did they travel from out of the state and set aside the time to get their engagement photos done, but they put all their trust in me and gave me the creative freedom to do my thing.

Ask any creative entrepreneur out there, that has got to be the. best. feeling. ever.  

We explored one of my favorite, most coveted trails just outside of Albuquerque and got to know each other better. I love hearing all about my couples love for each other, and their wedding plans so far. I can't wait for their La Fonda/Coyote Cafe wedding in Santa Fe in a couple months.. Until then, here are just a few of the many favorite images from our time together!

hair and makeup by Monica Stark

Los Poblanos Wedding // Albuquerque Wedding Photography

Be sure to pick up the December issue of Rocky Mountain Bride for the full spread of this magical editorial wedding.
 

Styling: For The Love - Wedding and Event Design
Floral: Floriography NM
Venue: Los Poblanos Historic Inn & Organic Farm
H/MU: Genica Lee, Makeup Artist
Models: Michael Morin, Isaac Garcia, Tessa Nickerson + Sachiko Leilani
Bridal Gown: a&bé bridal shop
Designer: Rue De Seine
Maid Of Honor Dress: BHLDN 
Grooms attire: Izzy Martin Ltd
Assistant: Jackie Vega

waves of indigo, a styled shoot out

Over the weekend, we hosted our first ever styled shoot out! A wickedly talented team of incredible vendors and models came together and helped make my crazy wild indigo theme shoot come to life.

I met a group of super amazing fellow photographers, who traveled from all over New Mexico to come to this shoot! We split up the day into three different parts. Starting first with details, photographing things like the stationary suite made by the amazing Julie Haider Design, florals and set by Stephanie Yardman Floral Design and custom made mini French Macarons by New Mexico Pie Company.

We then moved to the bridal portion with both of our stunning models who were completely made over by the amazing Britney-Rae Sanchez and nail design by Bridget Herrera! We wrapped up the day with a vintage bed and with some gorgeous boudoir images of one of our models, Christina. It was such a whirlwind of fun and a super humbling experience getting to work with both the vendors, and attendees! I'm so excited to share these images with you! 

Alicia Lucia Photography (concept/styling + design)
Stephanie Yardman Floral Design (floral and set design)
Britney-Rae Sanchez (makeup)
New Mexico Pie Company (macarons)
Emily Joanne (wedding films)
Christina M Harrell and Kenna Graff (Models)
Darling Details (props)
Julie Haider Photography + Design (stationary)
Bridget Martinez Herrera of On the Gogo salon (nails)
Tracey Durham Harrell and Brandon (set assistants)

Glenn + Kalie, a Four Hills Backyard Wedding Albuquerque, NM

A blog preview of the most tender and sweetest celebration of all, Glenn and Kalie's wedding! I'm absolutely smitten with backyard weddings, and this one was no exception...

Tons of sweet rustic details like the custom wood signage, baby's breath and mason jars.. It was the perfect representation of Glenn and Kalie's simple but sweet personalities. Their day was complete with bright blue skies for the ceremony, a nice overcast for their portraits, and the perfect drizzle during the reception! 

They were so happy and so in love, it was truly incredible to witness! Glenn and Kalie, your day was amazing, thank you for letting me be a part of it! I’m so excited to share my favorite images from their perfect wedding day! Cheers to the newlyweds!

Wedding design/coordination: Velma Thomas

Photography: Alicia Lucia Photography

Assistant: Mikayla Strickland

Videography: Avista Video

Catering: Blue Plate Special

Cake: Small Cakes Albuquerque

Dress: Grace Loves Lace, Style: Josee

Groom's Attire: Express (Pants and Shirt), The Tie Bar (Bow Ties)

Invitations: Personalized and hand made from Karma K. Designs 

Wood Signage: Hand made

DJ: Ed Castorena 

Officiant: Thomas Canyon

Hair: Alicia Rocco

Aaron + Rosalyn, a La Mesita Ranch Wedding // Santa Fe, New Mexico

Oh the Moorehead wedding...where to begin! The beauty.. The smiles.. The details.. The Fun.. The love.. It was all undeniably present. Every single aspect of Rosalyn and Aaron's wedding was pure perfection.

When Rosalyn chose us to be her wedding photographers we were incredibly humbled, super pumped and just a bit more nervous then normal. She is a photographer herself, so naturally, everything HAD to be just perfect! And that it was. Rosalyn incorporated her grandmothers vintage clutch, muted tones of Jade bridesmaids dresses, custom cut wood grain signage and chose soft tones for floral pieces, which all complimented the whimsical and timeless feel of their equestrian venue, La Mesita Ranch

Aaron and Rosalyn, you two have turned from clients, to friends to now more like family to us, we adore you both, love love love your kiddos and absolutely LOVE your family! The venue was amazing, the wedding was out of this world breathtaking and the photos-lets just say I sobbed like a baby while prepping this post!

Coordinator: Just Lovely Weddings

Venue: La Mesita Ranch

Floral: Stephanie Yardman Floral Design

Hair and Makeup: Britney-Rae Sanchez

Music: Dj John Edwards 

Cake, catering & linens: Buffalo Thunder Resort

Asst Coordinator: Melanie 

Asst Photographers: Studio Amy Luna and Jackie Vega Photography

Invitation suite: Paper and Honey

Dress: Katie May Colelction

Wedding programs: The Oysters Pearl

All wood wedding signage: Gina Hagerty

Cake Topper: Better off Wed

Shoes: Badgley Mischka

Place cards: Brittany Viklund Designs

 

Jacque + Steve | A Mariquita Elopement | Corrales, NM | Albuquerque Wedding Photographer

I

LOVE

ELOPEMENTS.. 

Sweet Jacque wed her handsome groom, Steve, Friday April 3, 2015 in Corrales, New Mexico. It was simply lovely, and we were honored to have been a part of it.

Officiant: Kelly Atkin - Amor Ceremonies 

Adam + Nicole | Bernalillo Bosque Engagement | Albuquerque, NM | Wedding Photographer

Adam & Nicole are getting married this year. They are having a beautiful November Wedding at Tanoan Country Club and I. can't. wait! We had a blast doing their engagement portraits..

Fall Wedding :: Albuquerque Wedding Photography

GUYS --- keep your eyes peeled for a FULL blog post of this gorgeous wedding coming soon! 

Floral: Stephanie Yardman Floral Design

H/MU: Britney-Rae Sanchez

Gown: Bridal Elegance by Darlene

Suit: Mr. Tux

Set Assistant: Ivy Bencheck

Videography: Emily Joanne Wedding Films

Source: http://www.alicialucia.com/blog/

Miguel & Laurene | an Old Pecos Trail wedding | Santa Fe Wedding Photography | Santa Fe, New Mexico

I'm beaming with excitement and so happy to share with you all Miguel & Laurene's beautiful day! It was my last wedding of 2014 and the absolute loveliest DIY, New Mexican, fairytale themed wedding! 

From the spanish decor incorporating bean filled centerpieces (so darling), papel picado banderitas (mexican cut-out flags) to Laurene's succulent infused bouquet (100% made by the bride & her maids), yet all these sweet touches were COMPLETLY out shined by Laurene's radiant smile every time her handsome groom would look over at her.... It was truly the most perfect blend of celebrating their love and honoring their culture & roots. 

They exchanged the most deepest, sweetest vows and danced the night away with their closest friends and family. It was the greatest privilege to document their love story -- cheers to you Miguel & Laurene, I wish you many, many years of continued love & bliss!! <3

Dress- Online Boutique

Suits- Men's Wearhouse

Makeup- Camylle Ramirez

Jewelry- Lia Sophia

Cake- Roseanne Brandsford 

Hair- Tiffany Link

Venue & Caterer- Old Pecos Trail Cafe

And a big thanks to my wonderful second shooter: Caitlin of Caitlin Elizabeth Photography 

I vow to see you in the light and likeness of God. To honor, support, and respect you each and every day. To trust and confide in you, unafraid to be my most vulnerable self in your presence. To accept you just as the Lord made you, the beautiful wonderful man that you are. To stand by you on the brightest of days and the darkest of nights. No matter what life brings, we will see it through. I promise to celebrate us each and every day. We made it.
— Excerpt of Laurene's vows

Zach & Meg // Bosque School Wedding // Albuquerque wedding photographer

The most perfect day, from start to finish. Both Zach & Megan were cool, calm and collected -- you could hardly tell they were about to embark on the biggest day of their lives.

When I met them early this year, they both shared how important it was to them to have the different elements of mother nature surrounding them, and getting married at the Bosque School couldn't have encapsulated the beauty of mother nature better. Between the cottonwood trees, the changing leaves, and incorporating so much natural beauty into the wedding (lavender bouquet, pumpkin center pieces, etc.), it was simply lovely! 

On top of Zach and Megan's sweet first look reveal and exchanging heartfelt vows, they also honored passed loved ones by having a moment of silence and lifting off balloons with the names of loved ones who couldn't be at the wedding. It was extremely touching and thoughtful, and it was hard holding back tears.

Zach and Megan, it's been delightful getting to know you guys this past year and i'm so honored to have been a part of the biggest day of your lives!! 

Gown/Bridesmaids Dresses: Coralie Beatrix

Veil: Veiled Beauty

Gold Headpiece: Avigail Adam

Lavender bouquet: Los Poblanos

Grooms wardrobe: Late father's suit

Donut tower: Rebel Donut

Cake Topper: Etsy

Food Truck: Switch It Up

Venue: The Bosque School

 

Jacquelyn + Peter | An Elena Gallegos Engagement | Albuquerque, NM Wedding Photographer

Meet Jacquelyn & Peter, both New Jersey transplants living in the beautiful Land Of Enchantment. We traveled up to the foothills for their engagement session where I learned more about their love! I'm obsessing over all the fun touches about this session. Firstly, Jacquelyn made, yes handmade her gorgeous tulle skirt while her mother crafted the beautiful oversized red rose! All so fun and complimenting to the different elements of the foot hills. I'm excited to get to know this sweet couple this next year and of course ecstatic to photograph their beautiful 2015 wedding! 

Hair/Makeup Artist: C.Johnson Makeup

Gil & Renay | Engagement Session | Bernalillo, NM | Engagement Photographer

These two lovebirds get married this coming weekend! I can't wait to document their passionate and genuine love for each other!!

CJ & Tiffany | Albuquerque Engagement Session | Albuquerque, NM

A blog preview of this sweet couple, Tiffany & CJ. I had a blast documenting their love!

Bud & Rebecca, A Cleveland Roller Mill Wedding | Mora, NM

A beautiful preview of the most darling couple, Bud & Rebecca. It has been the greatest joy getting to know these two over the past year, and capturing their love on the most beautiful day of their lives, was truly an honor! Their sweet wedding ceremony was held at the charming Cleveland Roller Mill Museum --- followed by dinner & dancing (and boy was there dancing, thanks to the live Yarbrough Band) at the Historic Plaza Hotel. 

I can't wait to see what the future holds for them --- I know that the fun has just begun!! Happy honeymoon you two!


Dress: Davids Bridal

Venue: Cleveland Roller Mill Museum in Mora, NM

Reception: The Historic Plaza Hotel in Las Vegas, NM

Wedding Planner: Jackie Conway

Live Band: Yarbrough Band

Floral Bouquets, Branch Altar & Centerpieces: Consider the Lillies in Las Vegas, NM

Bridesmaids Dresses: Rene's Bridal

Cake: Juli Salman

Hair & Makeup: Kelly Seikus

Groom/groomsmen attire: Men's Warehouse

2nd shooter: Emmanuelle Murphy // Emma Marie Photography
 

Jeremy & Lacee | Bosque & Sandia Enagement | Albuquerque Wedding Photographer

A preview of Lacee & Jeremy's engagement session. I can not wait for their beautiful wedding next summer! 

Makeup: Christy Johnson of C. Johnson Makeup

Jonas & Ivana, a La Posada Wedding | Santa Fe, NM Wedding Photographer | Alicia Lucia Photography

It was a gorgeous Santa Fe afternoon for the wedding celebration of Jonas & Ivana. Every inch of the La Posada Resort and Spa was filled with joy and excitement for the wedding, and it was an honor to photograph it all! 

Congratulations to the new Mr. & Mrs. Padilla, your love is inspiring and uplifting and I wish for you both, many years of love and happiness!
 

 

Wedding dress & bridesmaids dresses: Christine's Bridal (Santa Fe, NM)

Cathedral Veil: Etsy

Wedding Venue: La Posada Resort and Spa (Santa Fe, NM)

Suit/Tux: Mens Warehouse

Floral: Amanda's Flowers (Santa Fe, NM)

Second Shooter: Emma Marie Photography

 

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