Linsey + Donald | A La Fonda Intimate New Year’s Eve Wedding | Santa Fe, NM

Intimate Winter Wedding Photography in Albuquerque, New Mexico

How cool is it that Linsey + Donald chose to get married and start their next chapter together on New Year’s Eve? I am so honored that this sweet, not to mention stunning, couple chose me to photograph their small, intimate wedding at La Fonda on the Plaza in historic Santa Fe, New Mexico. Holiday wedding dates can sometimes be tricky, but with the current climate of the world and intimacy of the guest list, I think it was the perfect way to kick off 2021! New year, new love, new beginnings :)

If you haven’t been to La Fonda on the Plaza, which is the only hotel on the plaza in Santa Fe, NM, it is a must see and stay. The amazing architecture and authentic Southwestern decor stud the entire hotel, but also have a modern flair. It is a perfect wedding location right outside of Albuquerque, New Mexico for those that want elegance mixed with a touch of New Mexican culture! Whether you are a local or visitor, you are in for a treat. Santa Fe offers so much history, culture, art, food, and gorgeous views.

It was so much fun to hang out with the bridal party and watch them get ready. Something Ginger did their magic and created the most gorgeous look with hair and make-up on the bride and her girls! I adored Linsey’s classic low bun + natural makeup look that accentuated her natural beauty. She was simply glowing!

The bride’s off the shoulder wedding gown from The Bridal Room seemed to have been made just for her. The delicate lace overlay detail was perfectly paired with a stunning winter white fur wrap. Her bridesmaids also had that special fur detail to accentuate their winter-y velvet bridesmaids gowns. What a beautiful and stylish combo. Loved it so much!

And let’s not forget how dapper the groom Donald looked! A classic black tuxedo suit will never go out of style in my opinion. One of my favorite things about winter weddings is you can add those extra sophisticated touches, fabrics like velvet, fur, and “extras” like jewels, deeper colors, and even make-up choices that perfectly fit in with the wintery vibes the season offers. It is your chance to be bold!

Don’t hesitate to plan your wedding on around a holiday. It creates a lasting memory for all guests, narrows down your theme options and guest list, lowers the likelihood that another couple will have the same date, and it will make your anniversary that much more special every year.

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Gorgeous Santa Fe Wedding | Wedding Photographer Albuquerque, NM | Wedding Photographer Santa Fe, NM

Gorgeous Wedding in Santa Fe, New Mexico

Santa Fe, New Mexico is a wonderful location to have a wedding. The art derived from Native and Spanish culture is gorgeous. Santa Fe has many locations that are a wedding photographer’s dream! From the brick pathways to the vibrant art and southwestern style buildings, there are photo opportunities everywhere!

Before I go any further… Congratulations Sarah and Zach! I wish you the best in your new lives as husband and wife! I enjoyed working with this couple to make their wedding dreams a reality. We captured the love, the laughter, and their wonder over what the future holds. They will be able to look back on the very special moments of their special day whenever they need a little reminder of where it all started.

This is why I do what I do as a Wedding Photographer! Capturing these special moments for my couples to cherish forever is so fulfilling. Keep scrolling to see some of these beautiful Wedding day moments.

Sarah had a gorgeous bouquet of flowers that was wild and very elegant all at the same time. A beautiful standout bouquet can really make the bride’s wedding photos pop. This would be one of those special bouquets. It went perfectly with her long flowing lace wedding gown and veil. The groom, Zach complimented her well with his blue suit, burgundy tie, and rose boutonniere.

They had a very intimate wedding with close family all around to celebrate their union. La Posada is the quaint wedding venue their ceremony and reception were held at.

The night began with a courtyard ceremony at sunset where each professed their love for each other and vowed to cherish their marriage forever. After the ceremony, we took a stroll around Santa Fe Plaza to capture the beauty of Santa Fe and this newlywed couple.

I love capturing wedding photos between the brightly painted wooden beams in Santa Fe, they make really beautiful photographs. Sarah and Zach

At the reception, an exquisite meal was served to the entire family who gathered around a long table with the bride and groom to celebrate their big day. Dinner started with a green leaf salad and a toast from the father of the bride. The family enjoyed an elegant meal before the bride and groom hit the dance floor for their first dance as husband and wife.

The two shared some laughter and loving gazes as they danced into their new life together. Then the rest of the family joined them for some fun on the dance floor. Later on, the father of the bride joined her for a special father-daughter dance; the mother of the groom followed suit with her son in a special dance signifying a handing off of their children to become one and begin a family of their own.

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Gabby + Justin | Blame Her Ranch Wedding | New Mexico Wedding Photography | Wedding Photographer

Santa Fe, New Mexico Wedding at Blame Her Ranch

Gabby and Justin were a fun couple to work with on their wedding day. I’m sure you can tell what a blast they are by just looking at the wedding photos we shot below. During the first look at the bride Justin was met with a hilarious surprise! A T-rex bride… Yes, really. Keep scrolling to see all of the fun at this stunning ranch wedding in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

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