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November 5, 2021

Why Golden Hour? || Senior Portraits in Corrales, NM

Did you know that there is a time of day that is PERFECT for those sun drenched images that we all love & want for our sessions?!? Yes! It’s called GOLDEN HOUR and it’s exactly one hour before the sun goes down and the ONLY time I will shoot at! What makes this hour so […]

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October 27, 2021

Caleb || Volcano Vista High School || CO2022

We had the honor of taking Caleb’s sisters pictures a couple years back and now it was his time to shine. We are thrilled when we get to see our clients time and time again and we absolutely LOVE to capture all of these significant milestones for them as the years pass by. Check out […]

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October 25, 2021

Annaliese || Albuquerque, NM College and Career High School Senior

Let me tell you what you can expect when you get your digital image gallery from AMP! 1. CONSISTENCY: ALL of your images will be bold and bright as that’s our signature style! Our true to you editing standards will be present in every single image and you won’t find any images that are under […]

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October 15, 2021

#FashionFriday || Perfect outfit for Senior Pictures

We loved everything about this fun bubbly outfit! As soon as I saw this shirt my creative juices started running. I knew exactly where we would be shooting this cute and fun bubbly outfit. This wall was the perfect backdrop and complimented the shirt so well.

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October 12, 2021

Pro tip from your Senior Photographer

3 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR SENIOR SESSION EXTRA SPECIAL WITH THE 3 P’S: Props: at AMP, we LOVE it when you bring props that showcase who you are at this time in your life! Music instruments, your car, sport uniform & gear, your fave books, or your skateboard – we want to see what makes […]

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Lily’s senior session was giving mountain fairyt Lily’s senior session was giving mountain fairytale in the best way.

The black dress. The barefoot road shots. The river. The flowers. The soft summer light. Everything came together so beautifully and we felt like she deserved some love on my feed. 

This is why I always say outfits matter just as much as location. A good location is pretty, but the right outfit brings the whole vision to life.

Lily, you absolutely killed this session. I had so much fun with you and your mom. 

MUAH: @_jaysbeautystash_ 

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Some sessions just never get old. Throwing it bac Some sessions just never get old.

Throwing it back to this absolute DREAM of a shoot at Garden of the Gods because this dress and this session deserved another moment in my feed. ✨

And here’s your little senior photo tip:

Sometimes the location is gorgeous… but the outfit is what turns the photos into art.

A statement dress like this adds movement, drama, color, and that “wait… is this actually my senior session?!” feeling.

The best part? This dress is available in my AMP style closet for my seniors who want something extra without having to buy a whole new outfit.

So when we’re planning your session, don’t be afraid to go bold. Don’t be afraid to trust the process. And definitely don’t underestimate what the right outfit can do.

Because sometimes the dress is the moment. 💅🏼
MUAH: @makeupbylouanna 
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And just like that… our last shoot with the Clas And just like that… our last shoot with the Class of 2026 AMPitupSENIOR team. 🤍

This year went by way too fast, and saying goodbye to this group is honestly bittersweet. From our first shoots, to the laughs, the group sessions, the behind-the-scenes, the little moments, and watching each of you grow throughout your senior year… it has been such an incredible honor to have you girls represent AMP.

You showed up, supported each other, trusted me, and made this year so special in ways I’ll never forget. Each of you brought something unique to this team, and I’m so thankful I got to be part of such an important season in your lives.

To my 2026 girls, thank you for letting me capture your senior year, for being part of this team, and for making this experience what it was. I hope you always look back at these memories and remember how loved, celebrated, and capable you are.

I’m so proud of you girls and so excited to see where life takes each of you next. Once an AMP girl, always an AMP girl. 🤍🎓

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Last but definitely not least… Zandra 🎓✨ Z Last but definitely not least… Zandra 🎓✨

Zandra was my final senior from the Class of 2026, and we wrapped up her session at the botanical gardens with the perfect mix of greenery, architecture, and personality.

She brought such a fun, bold style to her senior session the colored hair, the diy  vests, and all the colorful details… it was all so uniquely her, and I love when seniors show up ready to make their session feel like themselves.

Congratulations, Zandra! Moriarty High School is officially in the rearview, and your next chapter at becoming a Lobo is just getting started. 🤍

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Ava was one of my AMP Fun-Terns, and when she reac Ava was one of my AMP Fun-Terns, and when she reached out asking if we could do a session with her brother Tyler as a Father’s Day gift, I was immediately obsessed with the idea.

They brought in their baby photos, recreated some cute sibling moments, and honestly… this is the kind of gift that parents hold onto forever. 🤍

The laughs, the teasing, the matching denim, the full-circle moment of watching your babies grow up but still seeing that same bond is so special.

Ava + Tyler, you two made this session so fun. I already know your Dad will love these. 🫶🏼

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Some locations become popular for a reason. 🌿✨

My seniors have been booking this dreamy summer spot year after year because once girls see the tall green grass, the water, the mountain views, and how magical it photographs… they want their own version too.

And that’s the fun part.

The location may be the same, but every senior brings her own outfits, personality, posing, and little moments that make the session feel completely hers.

This spot is best in June, July, and August, so if you’ve been saving these photos to your senior session inspo board, this is your sign to book it while it’s still looking this good.

A little heads up: this location does require a travel fee, but she is 100% worth it. 💛

Now booking Class of 2027 summer sessions. Visit my website and complete my contact form. Link in Bio. 

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