Lucid Dream Photography

Lucid Dream Photography is based in Ruidoso, New Mexico. That's backed up by actual sessions in Ruidoso itself -- a family shoot at Inn of the Mountain Gods, a portrait session out at Grindstone Lake, and a fall mini-session round she posted specifically inviting Ruidoso-area clients to book.

Newborn and maternity work show up regularly in her feed too, including a discounted maternity package that rolls into a follow-up newborn session once the baby arrives, plus behind-the-scenes newborn posing practice with a 50mm lens.

With a 5.0 rating across 14 Google reviews and a genuine, photographed track record in Ruidoso rather than just a service-area claim, this is a real option for families who want someone already familiar with the area's parks and lodges as backdrops.

Our 2026 research puts Lucid Dream Photography at No. 6 for newborn photography in Ruidoso. Their 14 Google reviews (5.0 stars) are the most of any Ruidoso newborn studio we track. Rankings are earned through research and can't be bought.

You can reach Lucid Dream Photography by calling (575) 434-8637, through theknot.com/marketplace/lucid-dream-photography-alamogordo-nm and with the Check availability form on this page.

No, the studio is based in Alamogordo, but owner Elizabeth Duran Weatherwax lists Ruidoso as part of her regular service area and has photographed real sessions there, including a family shoot at Inn of the Mountain Gods and a portrait session at Grindstone Lake.

Yes -- she has posted discounted maternity packages that include a follow-up newborn session once the baby arrives, along with newborn posing practice sessions.

Seniors, couples, weddings, and maternity round out her regular work, in addition to newborn and family sessions.

Call (575) 434-8637 or message her through Instagram or Facebook to check upcoming Ruidoso-area mini-session dates and availability.