Storie Family Desert Shoot

We absolutely love adventuring with this family!

We spent an evening in the wilderness and captured so many sweet moments with the Stories.
 
Blog Post and Photo Curation by Jaclyn Younger

David + Vanessa, A Sandia Golf Club Wedding

Despite the rain, David and Vanessa's September wedding was pure pastel bliss. Alongside their classic style, this couple added small special details, like hints of Great Britian's flag (to show where David is from) to make their wedding beyond beautiful!

Venue: Sandia Golf Club
Caterer: Sandia Event Center
Makeup: Kata Baron
Florals: Peoples Flowers
Shoes: Nina
Cake: ABQ Cake Boutique by Birdie

Photos by Alicia of Alicia Lucia Photography
Blog Post and Photo Curation by Jaclyn Younger

Los Poblanos Historic Inn + Farm Wedding

Vanessa + Matt's day was classic, handmade, and preciously intimate.

It was certainly a Thursday wedding for the win!

Venue: Los Poblanos Historic Inn + Farm
Makeup: Jacqueline Chavez
Hair: Lucas Sena
Gown: Mod Cloth
Heels: Aldo
Rings: Dualitas
Groom/Groomsmen Attire: Men's Wearhouse
Bridesmaids Dresses: Alfred Angelo, David's Bridal, J. Crew, Dillards, Lulus
Bridal Jewelry: Kendra Scott
DJ: Complete Events

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

Derek + Shawna, a La Posada Wedding // Santa Fe, NM

A blog preview of the beautiful Freeman wedding. It was breathtaking in every way! 

 

Congratulations Derek + Shawna! 

Venue: La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa
Floral: Stephanie Yardman Floral Design
Hair & Makeup: Genica Lee, Makeup Artist
Photo: Alicia Lucia Photography
2nd photographer: Emmanuelle Murphy
Assistant: Crescynthia Padilla
Video: Vladimir Chaloupka
Gown: Demetrios
Cake: Chocolate Maven Bakery & Cafe
Entertainment: Dream Factory Productions

A Casas De Suenos Garden Wedding

Kasey and Corey's dreamy garden wedding this past summer was darling in every way! 

 

Venue: Casas de Suenos Old Town Historic Inn
Floral: Floriography Flowers
H/MU: Genica Lee, Makeup Artist
Gown: Essense of Australia
2nd photographer: Ashley Shaw

 

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 

Austin + Kayla, a La Fonda on the Plaza wedding - Santa Fe, NM

*** Represented New Mexico in The Knot's 2017 Spring National Print Issue for 50 weddings 50 states (seen here) **

When thinking back on the beauty that was the Schumacher wedding, there are simply not enough words in the world to adequately narrate the love, joy and euphoria that was in abundance that day. Kayla couldn't stop smiling. And Austin, well, lets just say there were definitely a few happy tears shed (see first look photos below)! From their color pallet, all the details, to the lush florals, , and guys.. can we just talk about that to.die.for Haley Page Remmington Gown!! Austin and Kayla's wedding was a truly a dream! 

Wedding Design, Planning & Coordination: The Hitching Post

Floral Design: Renegade Floral by Melissa Paquin

Gown: Hayley Paige

Venue: La Fonda on the Plaza

Band: Soulstice Santa Fe

Cake: Chocolate Maven Bakery

Makeup: Monica Stark

Hair: Jess Evans Hair and Makeup Artistry

Sounds: Absolute Entertainement, Cielo String Quartet for the Ceremony, Cuban group Savor for Cocktails and parade and the in-house dance band Soulstice Santa Fe

Heather + Jesse, a Jemez engagement session

Earlier this year, Lauren (Just Lovely Weddings) and I traveled up to Jemez, New Mexico to meet Heather and Jesse. This darling couple put so much thought and effort into making there engagement session so unique and fun, and Lauren added her personal touch to make everything come together just beautifully!  

They found this epic spot just north of Jemez, close to Cuba, New Mexico and brought along one of their most prized possessions, their rad vintage Scout! We had so much fun with this couple and we just know their wedding will be nothing short of an epic time. 

Ryan + Rachel, a Hyatt Tamaya Engagement Session

Engagement session season is in full swing and it makes a hearts so happy! Here is a blog preview from our time with Rachel and Ryan at the gorgeous Hyatt Tamaya resort and spa. Ashley and I had a great time getting to know them and we can't wait for their Ruidoso wedding later this summer!

Photos: Ashley + Alicia

A Four Seasons Santa Fe Surprise Proposal

Phil first reached out to us earlier in the year and shared with us his exciting plans of proposing to his life long sweetheart, Kayla. Now planning a surprise proposal, let alone planning one from out of the state was not an easy feat but he knew that Santa Fe had a special place in Kayla's heart and he was determined to make it happen! With the help of the great team at The Four Seasons - Rancho Encantado, Phil got down on one knee and Kayla said YES to the man of her dreams. 

Thank you Phil (& sweet Kayla) for trusting me with your momentous day! Cheers to you both and HAPPY wedding planning! 

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.