Meet Abigail - Albuquerque Newborn and Infant Photographer

Sweet tiny eyelashes, a fabulous easy smile and GORGEOUS coloring....that's how I'd sum up little Abigail in 3 ways if I had to. She was so easy going and still squishy for the most part at a super fun age of ten weeks old.

It's not often I'm asked to photograph and 10 week old...and I'll admit, I was a tad stumped. But I just KNEW I'd love that age. They are so much more interactive than they are at the newborn stage and still just as sweet. So, if you're debating on whether you still want newborn images or even want to capture that little 3 month old occupying that spare room in your house, take a peek at this little sweetie and contact me ASAP!

Fun times ahead for this family! Thank you so much C. family - I can't wait for next time!

- laura

Day 10 - Albuquerque Lifestlye Portrait Photographer

Meet Norman. You can read about his BFF in my previous post here.

We love Norman...mainly in the winter months. We have some huge glass blocks in our bathroom that let in the light (that I LOVE so much) but they also let in the cold (which I don't love so much). So, Norman gets turned on and cranked up and very, very quickly makes friends in this house!


- laura

Day 9 - Albuquerque Lifestyle Portrait Pet Photographer

Meet the oldest of our hairy trio. She rarely makes an appearance in any of my photography...not because she has a camera fear (like my big, wussy dog!). She has a TODDLER fear :) Hair pulling, eye poking and in-your-face book readings aren't quite Stoli's cup of tea but she is incredibly sweet, easy going and loving.

I bought her as an anniversary gift for my husband years ago...but since she came home, she's been my baby 120%. Almost every night I can count on waking up and finding her asleep by my feet.

She seems to have a "thing" for the space heater in our bathroom - whom we've affectionately named "Norman". If she can tear herself away from him long enough, she could take up hours of love and cuddling in your lap.

- laura

Day 8 - Albuquerque Childrens Lifestyle Portrait Photographer

Wondering where day 7 is? Yeah...me too! Let's be honest here... day 7 came and went without a single image snapped. I guess you could say I already fell off the wagon of my 90 days of summer project...but it's actually pretty rare that a single day passes without me snapping anything on my camera (or camera phone). It just so happens one fell during this project. Such is life, right?

There's something to be said about the Golden Light (the last hour of sun before sunset)...it's so warm, golden and buttery. It's an instant mood lifter, a feel-good kinda light. I'm not sure I'd ever survive in a place that had a lot of cloudy and rainy days. As much as I think I'd love it, I really truly know I'd miss the daily sun desperately. You can find me out every day, getting my daily dose of Vitamin D!

Summer evenings, happy kiddo, happy husband, happy puppies... Hugs, kisses and "I see you"s completed this evening. Best of all? I captured a ton of family memories and moments just for us. And of course, one to share too.

- laura

New Product - Albuquerque Lifestyle Portrait Photographer

I'm SO excited to announce my newest product - the mini accordion albums! These mini albums make the PERFECT gift for moms, dads, grandmas, grandpas...anyone! Used as a brag book or displayed on a desktop, these babies are to die for!

They're sized at 3x3 and come equipped with a strong magnetic closure...making sure to stay closed and protect the classic art linen pages inside. You can select a custom image cover or choose from a variety of colored fabric covers...making these albums even more custom for you.

They come in sets of 2 and are available as an upgrade to select digital packages.

You'll fall.in.love with these - I did and cannot wait to see YOUR images on the next set I design!

- laura

Day 6 - Albuquerque Lifestyle Portrait Photographer

Day 6 actually brings you multiple photos... of a cherished and very, very loved item in our house. Not only is it essentially a classic but it never goes out of style. My girlie LOVES it to pieces, literally. We're needing to apply a duct tape fix soon or else the cover and the stories will be separated forever.

It seems to be loved in waves... weeks at a time when it's opened over and over each and every day. Every rare once in awhile, it gets a break to sit on the shelf while another book goes through the ringer. But this book gets tossed (or rather pulled) into the cycle more often than any other book.

I'm glad this is my day 6 image...captures a love in my daughter's life right now.


- laura

Day 5 - Albuqueruqe Lifestyle Portrait Photographer

Tired of hearing about how awesome our backyard is and how much time we spend out there? Well, this is just the beginning - buckle in and keep watching/hearing all about it!

Summer as a kid. This picture practically sums it all up. *sigh*

- laura

Day 4 - Albuquerque Photographer

We love bringing birds to our yard year round to watch...Sometimes it can be so exhausting. Trying to keep the bird feeder full (which the birds can totally drain in one day), making sure there is fresh nectar for the hummingbirds and making sure the bird bath has water it in on hot summer days. In the winter, we then worry about stocking enough suet for the birds as well.

But over and over it pays off. We watch a HUGE variety of birds come and go (as well as other neat guys like lizards and dragonflies). There's even a few times we get a hawk on our back wall.

All of 3 of us enjoy watching the daily activities of the birds - making nest, eating, bathing, lounging in the shade....as long as we keep that feeder full!

- laura

Day 3 - Albuquerque Lifestyle Portrait Photographer

Day 3 gave me perfect time...it was still warm and muggy out, with a gorgeous blazing sunset that just made me yearn to be outside. Exploring my yard and neighborhood, at a different level than walking my toddler girl, is just such a fun and different experience every single time I get out. From sunrise to sunset, Monday to Wednesday (or sometimes Sunday), things change so much... there's always something new to see, something new to discover.

Every year I vow to capture these flowers in my planter in all their glory...before the blooms either lose their petals or the weight of them finally brings the long skinny stem down to the ground. I caught them this year but know I've already missed the window with my pansies - the 100+ degree weather the past few days finished them off for the season. Pansies are a staple though, so I know I can catch them next year.

Something about the spring, summer and fall blooms - what makes them so irresistible?

- laura

Day 2 - Albuquerque Childrens Photographer

Day 2 brought us more outside fun...this time with tears and sadness. I don't think even a Popsicle got to show it's face (or that it would have mattered at all). A quick recovery was had and no kiddo was injured or harmed in the snapping of this image :)

- laura

Day 1 - Albuquerque Lifestyle Portrait Photographer

You might have seen my recent post on Facebook, breaking the news I'd be starting a personal project soon. Yesterday, on June 5th, I began... Shooting for me, 90 days in a row this summer. You'll learn (and see) more about me while I learn more about myself. I'm sure some days will be simple images, just a moment from our day, and sometimes others will be more exciting...at least I hope! All I can guarantee is a large variety of images, feelings and inspiration :)

This is a staple to our summer. Hot sunny days, a swimming pool in the shade and popsicles. We could sit outside and play all.day.long and love every minute. We're an outside kinda family!


- laura

P Kiddos - Albuquerque Children's Photographer

This post is bittersweet for me... These kiddos are fabulously fun, cute as all get out and their mama is a great, dear friend of mine. And? They moved away!

I'll miss watching them grow... getting giggles, welcomes, and requests to play. I'll miss playdates, walks and zoo trips on top of so, so much more. Their mama was a huge support to me when I was a new mama myself - with my own screaming bundle of joy. She was a sounding board for my stresses and a great source of advice as well.

Thank you for letting us be a part of your guys' life in Albuquerque. We'll miss you and can't wait until we can plan a big fancy vacation together :)

-laura