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Gentle moments, lasting impressions

Family photography that treasures your most precious moments

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GENTLE MOMENTS, LASTING IMPRESSIONS

Family photography that treasures your most precious moments

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Turn your moment into life long memories

photography that treasures your most precious moments

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From couples and weddings to seniors, families, and newborns, I love turning life‘s Little chapters into timeless images you can hold onto forever

Nice to meet you!

I’m Katelyn Gardner, the heart behind Wild Retro Photography, based in Carlsbad, New Mexico. Photography is more than just pictures to me—it’s about capturing the real, raw, and beautiful moments that tell your story.

Spring Minis

Spring Minis are officially here! 🌸

Spring Minis will be held March 14 and are the perfect way to capture fresh, bright, seasonal moments.


This is the place where you can always see what mini session is coming up next, plus all the details you need to grab a spot before they fill.


📸 Limited availability

🌷 Seasonal setups

💗 Perfect for families, couples, kids, or just because


Click on the picture to book!