Whitney + Reese | Albuquerque Engagement Session in the Sandia Mountains

“Cowboy take me away to Albuquerque” is so fitting for Whitney + Reese’s engagement session. While they’re getting married in good ol’ Fort Worth, TX they were up for the adventure of flying out to New Mexico for a mini getaway, and of course the session itself.

I haven’t blogged in FOREVER, so I figured this would be the perfect post to kick off 2023… even if it is nearly 5 months later. We met up at one of my favorite trailheads in the city for those mountain views where we were #blessed with the most GLORIOUS golden hour light!! We trekked the foothills until the last bit of light had left the sky all while shooting, laughing, and me screaming at the back of my camera as per usual. Whitney + Reese were naturals in front of the camera in every way. I barely had to say anything, just kinda let them do their own thing while hiding behind a cactus… magic was created, y’all.

Honestly, my ADHD is absolutely crushing my brain today, so I can’t really focus on saying the right words… but I can say that moving to New Mexico was one of the best things I have done for my photography business. Each session leaves me more inspired and excited to explore this enchanting land that I now call home.

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CANNOT wait for their May 2023 wedding at my old stomping grounds, Classic Oaks Ranch!

If you’re a Texas couple planning your wedding and want to hire us for your best day ever, for a limited time we are offering a free engagement session to those who have officially booked and are willing to travel to Albuquerque for your session.

 

Comments

I love how quintessentially Texas this shoot feels, in all of the best ways! So cute.

swanphotographytx

Just wait for the wedding! It’s going to take place at a ranch with a big barn reception. ALLLLLLL the Texas feels!

They look like they had the best time during their engagement session! Such fun photos!

These are so fun!! Love the boots and cowboy hat vibe!

Such a beautiful engagement session! The Sandia Mountains are a perfect location for photos!

swanphotographytx

They really, really are!

Aww I need to get to texas! This is such a beautiful engagement session. I love the location.

swanphotographytx

Thanks, Jennifer! These weren’t in Texas, though, they were taken in New Mexico. Either way, both states are worth a visit!

Ugh, these are perfect! That golden light is everything, and they look like they had a blast!

swanphotographytx

Thank you! Yes, it was definitely a blast. Can’t wait for the wedding this weekend!

Wow!! This engagement session is so cute. I love love love the unique backdrop!

Gahhh what a perfect-looking couple. The red dress she wears really pops against Albuquerque’s flora. It’s nice to see an area I’ve rarely seen

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