Elena Gallegos Family Photography | Albuquerque Family Portraits | Santa Fe Family Photographer

September 30, 2019 Lauren Solano

Elena Gallegos Family Photography in Albuquerque, New Mexico

We went with this beautiful little family up to Elena Gallegos Open Space to capture some sweet memories of them with their adorable little girl. As a momma, I know all too well how fast these little ones grow. So, these family photo sessions are so important and very special!

Each year mom and dad can look back and see how their daughter has grown. These are truly memories that should be cherished.

To see more family photography, make sure you check out our gallery here.

To book your family for a photo session, contact us at 505.903.2195 or laurencheriephotography@gmail.com.

Mariah and Will | A La Fonda Wedding | Santa Fe, NM Wedding Photographer | Santa Fe, NM Wedding Videographers

September 30, 2019 Lauren Solano

A La Fonda Wedding in Santa Fe, New Mexico

Mariah and Will had a stunning wedding at La Fonda on the Plaza in Santa Fe, New Mexico. This is a wonderful place to be wed. La Fonda is the only hotel situated on the historic Santa Fe Plaza. This area is a wedding photographer’s dream! Or any photographer for that matter.

Santa Fe Plaza is dripping with old-world charm and authentic New Mexican style. I took full advantage of this while I walked the newlyweds around for some great shots on their wedding day.

The new Mr. and Mrs. Carter delved straight into New Mexico culture with their entire wedding. You can see the Southwest style in each detail, from the bright orange and red flowers in the bride’s bouquet to the turquoise jewelry and different shades of blue and turquoise bridesmaids dresses.

Not to mention the cute cactuses on their wedding invitations! And when you get to the bottom of the photos you’ll see the mariachi band leading the wedding party to their next destination. I loved every bit of it!

Mariah and Will were such sweethearts and I fully enjoyed working with each of them to make their wedding dreams a reality. We captured the love, the laughter, and the tears. They will be able to look back on the very special moments of each reciting their uniquely written wedding vows to each other whenever they need a little reminder of where it all started.

This is what I live for! Capturing each special moment for my couples to cherish forever. So beautiful!

If you haven’t noticed yet, La Fonda at the Plaza is an overwhelmingly stunning location to have a wedding. Everywhere you turn there is another great photo location. The buildings are all breathtaking and Southwest culture is in every little thought out detail that you can see.

This truly is an unforgettable wedding destination. La Fonda has a special place in history as the oldest hotel corner in America! City records date the hotel all the way back to 1607 when the Spaniards founded the city.

If you’re interested in which vendors this couple used for their wedding, keep scrolling to the bottom of the page for a list and links. To see why we’re one of New Mexico’s top-rated wedding photographers head over to our Wedding Gallery here!

We would be honored to capture all of your special wedding day memories too! Let’s sit down and chat about your wedding day dreams and vision for your wedding photos and videography. Contact us as soon as he pops the question! Wedding dates fill up quickly, so make sure you snag yours as soon as possible.

We also have specials on engagement sessions when you book your wedding with us, contact us for all the details, 505.903.2195 or laurencheriephotography@gmail.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

VENDORS:
Venue: La Fonda on the Plaza
Coordinator: Samie
Photography + Videography: Lauren Cherie Photography, LLC
Florist: Flowers & Things
HMU: Genica Lee, Makeup Artist
Brides dress: BHLDN
Grooms attire: Generation Tux
Mariachis: Absolute Entertainment Santa Fe NM
Invites:DIY

Summer and Brandon | A Sandia Event Center Wedding | Sandia Event Center Wedding Photographers | Albuquerque Wedding Videographers

September 30, 2019 Lauren Solano

A Sandia Event Center Wedding in Albuquerque, New Mexico

We had the honor of being the wedding photographers and wedding videographers for Summer and Brandon’s beautiful Sandia Event Center wedding! We, of course, LOVE photography and being able to capture each special moment between newlywed husband and wife, but there’s just an extra special element to videography.

Our couples who hire us for both wedding photography and videography get to relive their wedding moments in great detail as if they’re back in their tuxes and gowns all over again.

Each sound, expression, and bout of laughter can be viewed and heard over and over again with a wedding highlight film from us…. YOU get to be the star of your own romance film. Watch Summer and Brandon’s magical wedding film below to see for yourself.

This stunning wedding took place at the Sandia Event Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The landscaping at this wedding venue is absolutely breathtaking! Plus, they have an amazing view of our beautiful mountain range.

Sandia’s event lawn gives all the greenery needed for bright outdoor wedding photos. And they have a glistening pond of water… not too bad for our little slice of desert here in Albuquerque.

The wedding party looked amazing! The ladies wore burgundy bridesmaids dresses and the men came to impress with their charcoal slacks and vests accentuating the bridesmaids with their burgundy ties.

Summer wore a strapless lace wedding gown with a long veil flowing from her chic updo. While her newlywed husband, Brandon subtly stood out from the groomsmen with his charcoal blazer.

The groomsmen had some fun with their socks. Each wore a pair that was unique to them. These are always fun pictures to take! I spot Captain America, Hey Arnold, Cookie Monser, Donuts, and… black socks? Really? Too funny!

We had pretty great weather during their wedding for the most part, except when some rain decided to come down. But, never fear! We’re always prepared! Not only that, but these umbrellas make great photo props! Check them out below!

What a great looking group of people! They make my job easy! I really enjoyed capturing all of these special moments for Summer and Brandon. They will forever have these photos and their highlight video to cherish as they live their “happily ever after” together.

Do you have a wedding coming up!? We would love to sit down with you and discuss your vision for your wedding day. We have gotten to travel all over Albuquerque and its surrounding areas to different wedding venues to shoot many different weddings. So, if you need wedding ideas, we’ve got them!

Just head over to our Wedding Gallery here and get ready to be inspired by all the hidden gems here in Albuquerque! The possibilities are endless. Make sure you book with us as soon as possible, as wedding dates fill up fast!

Also, if you’d like to know more about this particular wedding and the vendors they used, keep scrolling to the bottom of this page for a list and links to those vendors.

Now, let’s talk weddings… Contact us at 505.903.2195 or laurencheriephotography@gmail.com.