Capturing life's most delicate moments
Locations
Below are some of my favorite places to take pictures. However, I am always open to new locations if you have someplace particular you would like to have your session.
Welcome to my cozy and inviting studio, thoughtfully designed to create the perfect setting for a variety of special sessions. Whether you're capturing the precious moments of a newborn, celebrating a milestone with a fun cake smash, or planning a personal photoshoot, this space offers the ideal atmosphere for every occasion. With its warm and comfortable ambiance, it provides a relaxing environment where you can feel at ease and enjoy your session. The studio is best suited for smaller groups, typically under six people, ensuring a personalized and intimate experience. Let me help you create beautiful memories in this charming, flexible space!
Family Size: Ideal for families under 6 people
Time of year: All year long!
Time of day: Anytime
Accessibility: Easy
Located near Journal Center, this vibrant urban area offers a diverse backdrop for stunning photos! The striking red bridges create a bold, modern vibe, while the charming archways and stone textures add a timeless touch. This spot is perfect for families, seniors, or couples looking for a mix of funky and elegant settings. With pops of color, unique architecture, and a variety of textures, it’s ideal for photos full of personality and movement. Whether you're posing on the bridge, exploring the green spaces, or framing moments under the archways, this location has it all!
Family Size: Ideal for families under 10 people
Time of year: best in spring, summer & fall
Time of day: Evening & Morning
Accessibility: Short easy walk
Nestled along Rio Grande Blvd, this picturesque location captures the essence of the valley with its lush greenery and serene charm. The iconic white fences, natural arroyo spots, and vibrant bittersweet add a rustic yet elegant touch to your photos. Perfect for families, couples, or seniors, this spot provides a peaceful backdrop that showcases the heart of the valley's beauty and tranquility. Whether you're aiming for timeless portraits or candid moments, this location offers a blend of natural elements and valley charm that’s truly unforgettable.
Family Size: Any size!
Time of year: Spring, Summer & Fall are ideal, Winter is very pretty, however, you will see trees without leaves!
Time of day: Morning & Evening
Accessibility: Short walk
Towering trees in a peaceful, secluded setting make this location a true gem year-round, with summer and fall offering particularly stunning backdrops. The bosque is the epitome of New Mexico’s natural beauty, providing a timeless and iconic atmosphere for any photo session.
Family Size: Any
Ideal of year: Spring, Summer & Fall
Time of day: Any
Accessibility: There is a walk over a bridge and sandy ground.
Nestled in the foothills, this location beautifully showcases the rugged charm of the Sandias, enhanced by breathtaking golden hour light. A rustic cabin adds a unique and timeless backdrop to your photos. The evergreen landscape makes this an ideal spot for winter sessions, offering a lush and vibrant feel even in the colder months. With just a short 5-minute hike, you'll reach the perfect spot for capturing stunning and unforgettable moments year-round.
Family Size: Any
Time of year: Any (This is AMAZING in all seasons!) Tends to have large quantities of gnats in the summer, ask me about your session date if you want this spot in the summer!
Time of day: Evening or Morning
Accessibility: There is a short hike
Looking for a location with trees, water, fields, flowers, a charming bridge, and open grassy spaces? This spot has it all! It offers a variety of backdrops to suit any style, all within easy access. Plus, golden hour here is absolutely breathtaking, making it perfect for capturing dreamy, glowing moments.
Family Size: Any
Ideal time of year: All seasons
Time of day: Morning & Evening
Accessibility: Close parking and flat easy trails
Experience the "beach" in New Mexico! Located at the north end of Corrales, this stunning spot offers fantastic views of the Sandia Mountains from the scenic banks of the Rio Grande. With its blend of bosque charm and a serene beach-like vibe, this location provides a unique and versatile backdrop for any photo session.
Family Size: Any
Ideal time of year: Spring, Summer & Fall
Time of day: Evening (not a great morning spot unless it is cloudy)
Accessibility: There is a short walk and very sandy
Nestled in the foothills of the Sandia Mountains, this location offers breathtaking afternoon sunsets that capture the magic of New Mexico. With natural cacti, piñon trees, and a striking dried riverbed, it perfectly embodies the rugged beauty and charm of the Southwest.
Family Size: any
Ideal time of year: Any!!! Tends to have large quantities of gnats in the summer, ask me if you want this in the summer!
Time of day: Morning & Evening
Accessibility: Short walks & fairly stable paths
Extra Fee: There is a city parking fee of $1 during the week and $2 during the weekends.
This breathtaking location features stunning gardens with serene ponds, cascading waterfalls, rustic buildings, and enchanting rose-covered arches. With endless varieties of backdrops and lush foliage, it’s a photographer’s dream! On chilly days, the indoor atriums provide a warm and vibrant alternative for capturing beautiful photos. Please note, the Bio Gardens are open for limited hours—if this spot is your choice, let me know, and we’ll plan your session within their availability!
Family Size: Any
Ideal time of year: Any
Time of day: Garden hours are 9am-4pm, we schedule ideally in the morning for the best light!
Accessibility: Easy
Extra Fee: his location has an extra $25 photography permit fee plus entrance to the park!
Old Town, located in the heart of Albuquerque, offers a picturesque and historic backdrop for your photos. With its vibrant colors, rustic beams, and charming adobe architecture, this classic city setting creates a stunning atmosphere for capturing beautiful memories. It's a favorite spot for seniors, as we can create such a diverse range of backgrounds to suit your unique style.
Family Size: Any
Ideal time of year: Any
Time of day: Morning & Afternoon/Evening
Accessibility: Easy
Corrales offers endless possibilities for your photos! From the serene arroyo and the lush fields of the rec center to a picturesque tree-lined road, this location provides a variety of stunning backdrops. The fishing pond and tall pampas grass also create a lake-like feel in New Mexico! It's the perfect spot to capture beautiful and unique images!
Family Size: Any
Ideal time of year: Spring, Summer & Fall
Time of day: Morning or Evening
Accessibility: Easy
Urban and chic, the Civic Plaza is a fun place to take photos with a city twist! There are amazing buildings, colors, and opportunities for your photos to be unique to you!
Family Size: Any
Ideal time of year: Any
Time of day: Morning or Afternoon/Evening
Accessibility: Easy
Nestled at the base of the Sandia Mountains in the East Mountains, this location offers the perfect backdrop with towering pines, rustic pathways, and bridges. It's an ideal spot for all seasons—capturing the beauty of winter snow, as well as the stunning landscapes in summer and fall!
Family Size: Any
Ideal time of year: Any
Time of day: Morning & Afternoon/Evening
Accessibility: Requires some walking
Extra Fee: $40 Travel Fee for this location!
Drive Time from ABQ: 45 minutes
At the top of the Sandia Mountains, this location offers the perfect blend of mountain trees and stunning panoramic views all the way down to Albuquerque. The drive to this spot is worth every moment! Please note: This is the parking lot at the visitor center, not the top of the tram. The two locations are about 1.5 miles apart.
Family Size: Any
Ideal time of year: Late Spring, Summer & Early fall (it can be VERY cold and windy Nov-March at the peak)
Time of day: Evening
Accessibility: There is a small hike
Extra Fee: There is a $40 travel fee and $3 parking fee
Drive Time from ABQ: 1 hour+
Just an hour outside the city, White Ridge is a hidden gem, offering striking white rock formations and sweeping vistas that create an unforgettable backdrop. With its one-of-a-kind beauty, it's the perfect place to capture stunning photos in every season!
Family Size: Any
Ideal time of year: Any
Time of day: Morning & Afternoon/Evening
Accessibility: There is about a 1/4 mile walk to the location from parking.
Extra Fee: $40 travel fee!
Drive Time from ABQ: 1 hour
Just west of the city, near the Route 66 Casino, lies a captivating old abandoned bridge—a perfect, rustic backdrop for any type of session. Its weathered charm and unique character make it an unforgettable spot for your photos!
Family Size: Any
Ideal time of year: Any
Time of day: Morning or Evening
Accessibility: Easy
Drive Time from ABQ: 35 min
At the far end of the ponds, we've discovered a hidden oasis featuring tranquil water, beautiful trees, and easy access to the bosque—an ideal spot for a peaceful, nature-filled photoshoot!
Family Size: Any
Ideal time of year: Spring, Summer & Fall (Winter is pretty but no greens!)
Time of day: Morning or Evening
Accessibility: Easy
Drive Time from ABQ: 10 min
Ready for an adventure? Las Conchas, a breathtaking river nestled in the Jemez Mountains, offers stunning views at every bend. With its picturesque backdrops and inviting waters, it's the perfect place for a fun and adventurous photoshoot!
Family Size: Any
Ideal time of year: Any
Time of day: Morning or Evening
Accessibility: It is a short hike from the parking area on a small dirt trail
Extra Fee: $120 travel fee
Drive Time from ABQ: 90 min
Tucked away in the heart of the Valley, this charming little park offers a peaceful and picturesque setting. With lush, vibrant green grass and striking turquoise barn doors, it provides a unique and colorful backdrop for your photos. The serene atmosphere and lovely details make this a perfect spot to capture beautiful moments!
Family Size: Any
Ideal time of year: Any
Time of day: Morning or Evening
Accessibility: Easy
Drive Time from ABQ: 10 min
Nestled in the scenic Sandia Mountains, just a short 45-minute drive from Albuquerque, Cienega Canyon offers an awe-inspiring landscape. This hidden gem features a sprawling, serene field, and in August, the area comes alive with vibrant sunflowers and delicate purple flowers, creating a colorful and dynamic backdrop. With a breathtaking mountain peak rising majestically behind, perfectly framing your photos, this peaceful spot is ideal for capturing stunning moments. Whether you're looking for expansive vistas or intimate, nature-filled shots, Cienega Canyon offers a unique and unforgettable setting.
Family Size: Any
Ideal time of year: Any - Fall colors changes, late summer flowers!
Time of day: Morning or Evening
Accessibility: Easy, there is a sidewalk to any areas we want to get to!
Extra Fee: $40 travel fee
Drive Time from ABQ: 45 min
Nestled in the scenic Sandia Mountains, just a short 45-minute drive from Albuquerque, Cienega Canyon offers an awe-inspiring landscape. This hidden gem features a sprawling, serene field, and in August, the area comes alive with vibrant sunflowers and delicate purple flowers, creating a colorful and dynamic backdrop. With a breathtaking mountain peak rising majestically behind, perfectly framing your photos, this peaceful spot is ideal for capturing stunning moments. Whether you're looking for expansive vistas or intimate, nature-filled shots, Cienega Canyon offers a unique and unforgettable setting.
Family Size: Any
Ideal time of year: Any
Time of day: Morning or Evening
Accessibility: Easy
Drive Time from ABQ: 10 Min