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Fab Family Portraits

28 Jul

We first had the opportunity to work with this great family in January when their little princess celebrated her first birthday. We had so much fun that we decided we needed some family portraits to mark the event. Unfortunately, late winter and spring weren’t cooperative for us, so we finally got together at the beginning of summer for some beautiful outdoor portraits.

They wanted to show off some of the beautiful scenery of their new hometown of Albuquerque, so we headed off to Elena Gallegos Picnic Area at the base of Sandia Peak.

Of course, the little princess was the focus of more than a few portraits. Isn’t she just adorable? And I LOVE those beautiful brown eyes.

She even gave us a few with her adorable spring hat.

And we all know that no toddler’s day is complete without a game of “where’s my nose?”

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And baby makes three!

26 Jul

One of the best parts of being a wedding photographer is that weddings are the beginning of families–and we are all about families. We love our wedding couples–I think there’s just something contagious about that “new love” thing and we love them even more when they invite us in as their families grow.

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M & M were one of our most fun wedding couples ever, so you can imagine how tickled we were when they shared with us the arrival of their beautiful baby girl.

M & M aren’t the typical studio couple, so we didn’t make typical studio portraits (good thing, because we don’t like being the “typical” anything, much less typical studio photographer). We took advantage of our beautiful weather and made some outdoor portraits.

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We’re Back!! (Colorado Photographer)

01 Jul

And we are so happy to be here!

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Rocky Mountain Morning

After a couple of months off to move and get settled, Marie Leslie Photography is officially open for business in beautiful Aurora, Colorado. And we’re celebrating with some great deals this month–read on for details.

It’s been my heart’s desire to live in Colorado since my first visit here 23 years ago (yes, I love you, my New Mexico friends but I am now in the promised land). I came in the fall to meet my husband’s cousins in Grand Junction and his aunt in Nunn and I fell in love both with my in-laws AND with Colorado and time has not diminished my feelings for either in the least.

While I’m excited to explore and get to know lots of new places (must-see/must-do suggestions are ALWAYS welcome), I do already have some favorites.

Rocky Mountain National Park is definitely #1 on my list. I LOVE the mountains. There is nothing like seeing the sunrise from what feels like the top of the world. The other advantage is that Trail Ridge is pretty much deserted at that time of day and I get to enjoy the unspoiled beauty all by myself, with just the Elk and the Marmots for company. They make good company.

Trail Ridge, Sunrise, Colorado Photographer, Rocky Mountain National Park

Sunrise at Trail Ridge

And in no particular order. . .

Then there’s Garden of the Gods. As much as I enjoy the drive up Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods is what draws me to the springs. What truly amazing scenery. Being a southwestern girl, I’m always drawn to the red rocks. I love to watch the climbers, though I have absolutely no desire to join them.

Ouray. I’ve only managed to make this drive once, but I WILL be back. What a drive–and what scenery. A photographer’s paradise to be sure.

Dinosaur National Monument. We’ve been here at least half a dozen times over the years. I think the old Dinosaur Quarry building is a work of architectural art. One of the best mornings I spent was watching the sun rise on the banks of the Green River on one of our camping trips here. I love rocks and I love fossils — ‘nough said?

Colorado Photographer, Art Photography, Big Thompson Canyon, Rocky Mountain National Park

Big Thompson River

Estes Park. I love driving up through Big Thompson Canyon. Even though I now live near Denver, I’ll still choose to drive up to Loveland and head up through the canyon. Besides, if we don’t go that way, how will we get our cherry cider from the Colorado Cherry Company?

Colorado National Monument. What a hidden gem. The Colorado River is beautiful all the way to the Sea of Cortez (well, maybe the Salton Sea is debatable but this is about Colorado). This is just one amazingly picturesque stretch where I’ve watched the sun rise (are you starting to see a pattern here?)

Nunn. Yeah, it’s a tiny little town most Coloradans have never even heard of–and there still isn’t a whole lot there besides the water tower that says, “Watch Nunn Grow”, but we love it just the same. I suppose it’s the draw of family and heritage.

Nunn, Colorado Photographer, Farm, Colorado Prairie

Nunn Farmhouse

I know there are many more amazing places I haven’t discovered yet–or at least haven’t gotten to–and I’d love to hear your favorites so I can grow my list. Help me out here.

Now, back to that special I was telling you about. . .

To celebrate our big event, we’re offering you $50 off any new portrait order of $100 or more with the coupon below. And if you tell me you found it on the blog, there will be an extra surprise gift in your order.

By the way, I am always shamelessly trolling for Colorado Facebook Fans, so check us out on Facebook, too. We try to always have something going on there–you never know what you might find.

Now is the perfect time for an outdoor portrait–it’s green and gorgeous in Colorado right now. So, call us today and schedule your portrait session with Marie Leslie Photography, where Our Focus Is On You!

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Beautiful Spring Portraits–Albuquerque senior Photographer

19 Apr

Saturday we had portrait sessions. I’m still editing and prepping files, but I just couldn’t wait to share a few favorites from this beautiful senior. It rained Friday night but I think that just made Saturday afternoon all that much prettier. With the trees leafing out and the grass greening up, it is the perfect time to be outdoors making portraits. We still have time for a few more weekday sessions before the Marvelous Moving Sale ends, so give us a call today at 505-344-3171 and set up your appointment.

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Albuquerque Family Portraits

19 Mar

It’s time for me to get caught up on a little back blogging here. This is a family we actually photographed in January and delivered their finished portraits just a couple of weeks ago. What a delightful and fun family this was to work with.

We photographed the entire clan and then we did several smaller groups.

The brothers together, and then each of their families.

And a pair of lovely granddaughters, who wanted a portrait together.

Easter is just around the corner. The weather outside is nearly perfect. It’s time for you to call and have beautiful portraits like these made of your family. Give us a call today and reserve your time with our spring special. 505-344-3171

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First-Year Album

17 Mar

We’ve had the fun and the privilege of photographing this beautiful little girl since the very day she was born. Yep, we even got to go to the hospital and help welcome her into the world. I can’t believe it’s already been a year, well, more than a year now that her book is done. Here are a few favorite pages. What a treasure and a keepsake this will be as she grows up.

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Birthday Princess

10 Feb

I photographed a first birthday party last week at The Little Gym. I love birthdays (ok, other people’s birthdays–I don’t do much when it’s mine).

But it was a fun party with lots of family and lots of little friends and they sure looked like they were having a great time. And, of course, the most adorable little guest of honor–the birthday princess.

And she had one of the most adorable cakes I have seen in a long time. It came from ABC Cakes, which doesn’t surprise me, since their cakes are always gorgeous. Fun stuff!

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The Absolutely Divine Miss M–and her parents

10 Nov

I’ve learned this past week that our Bosque is enchanted. I suppose that shouldn’t surprise me, as we do live in the Land of Enchantment. But I’ve never seen any enchanted (or is that enchanting) creatures in my Bosque until this week, when this adorable Fairy Princess/Wood Sprite allowed me the privilege of photographing her. Now isn’t she just the most adorable little Fairy Princess to have inhabited the Bosque last week?

We had so much fun playing peek-a-boo and doing Fairy Twirls and blowing kisses.

This adorable Fairy Princess also came with a family and graced us with a few portrait with them as well.

And what is fall in the Bosque without leaves to toss and dance in?

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Cowboy Bill

04 Nov

Sometimes I am privileged to meet and photograph the most interesting people. Cowboy Bill is one of those. Not only did he make a great photographic subject, he also was a thoroughly enjoyable companion for the afternoon. He is definitely a man of many talents and he makes a mean oatmeal-raisin cookie, too. All in all, it was a great day in Los Lunas with my fellow photographers and Cowboy Bill.

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Bosque & Balloon Engagement Session

11 Oct

We got up before the sun yesterday and headed out to Corrales for some fun engagement portraits, first overlooking Balloon Fiesta Park and then down in the Bosque. We had so much fun with Eric and Breanna. We are definitely looking forward to a VERY fun wedding next fall.

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I think silhouette portraits are soooo romantic.

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You should never make faces at your photographer. She might actually take your portrait and post it on her blog.

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There’s always so much talk about how beautiful it is at sunset–and it is. But early morning also has a beautiful quality of light and it’s such a peaceful time of day.

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