I have photographed hundreds of families throughout the years and have found the best time of year for having pictures taken… Summer! Summer is the best time of year for family photos. Most families think of getting scheduled for portraits in the Fall. Even though the Fall is lovely, it just isn’t the best time of year to get those pictures taken, and here’s why…

There is a magical happening here in the desert starting in early August. It’s the emergence of the sunflowers. Two locations boast of this yellow explosion of happiness here in the Albuquerque area. Big Jim’s Farm and the back side of the Sandia Foothills.

Summer is the best time of year to take outdoor family pictures and there are so many insanely gorgeous locations in and around Albuquerque to choose from. Capture the timeless essence of your family bonds all done on analog film while having fun, and a little romance, going to far from home. Central New Mexico offers a stunning canvas for family portraits that blend natural splendor with cherished memories.

My desire is to create timeless art-fill images that have a thread of romance through them all while having a stress-free experience for my clients and be I even say it, a fun time. So what is a family photo session like with me? Let me give you the run down from start to finish.

Yes, Mother's Day is this Sunday… and I am a family photographer who loves to show mamas how goddess-like and beautiful they are… and I should probably be talking about motherhood and photos… but I don't want to. 

If you’re reading this chances are you are on the hunt for a family photographer who gets your vibes, your quirks, and your unique family dynamics. Not every family is the same and not every photographer is the same. Sometimes knowing what you don’t want helps narrow down the search. So let me help you with your search. I may not be the family photographer for you if…