December 7, 2023

PHOTOGRAPHER: Annette Baca L’Archevêque

Born Annette Baca (father from New Mexico) Annette was blessed with opportunities to learn ways and culture of the southwest. Many times caught doing jaw dropping unbelievable things, to her siblings, Annette was known for her curiosity of contemplating how the world worked and also for getting candy stuck in her hair. Her friends think she's funny with disarming and keen sense of humor, much like her talent for photography. These days her family and colleagues refer to her as "creative".

“I love your hair, who did your hair today”…

When Annette woke up, her hair looked like a tumbleweed covered with Christmas lights. The candy she had woven into her hair, half-eaten, appeared to have blown in the previous evening. However, things did not slow down in this place; among the shenanigans that occupied the day were cartoon viewing and making up reasons why she shouldn't go to school.

A photographer isis born

While playing in the neighborhood, Annette quickly became a friend to the friendless. Constantly taking in abandoned animals and pets was a skill she practiced and honed. Her pet name was literally "Pet" - "Annette the Pet"... Wanting to hold on the things dearest to her was becoming apparent. It was difficult to hide stray cats, rabbits, and squirrels, especially when they sprang out from under the bed. She would walk around acting like a photographer with a tiny pretend camera until the day she got her first real camera, a Kodak 110.

Photo: Annette Baca L'Archevêque

She states, "It's been years" since she saw a disposable camera or the 110. She now travels the world with her Canon EOS C300, among other brands and sizes, and hair that is controlled and managed. Annette has a reputation for getting some of the best pictures while flashing the red carpet. Her portfolio of pictures featuring "A listers" is extensive and seems to go on forever.

Director of PhotographyPhotography

Annette currently serves as the Director of photography for two magazines publications. Southwest People Magazine and our partner publication Indie Entertainment Magazine, both of which are currently headquartered in St. George, Utah. For the 7th year in a row, she will be our lead photographer at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2024 while shooting for both publications.

Post festival coverage, Annette will continue working on her new book. She plans to trek across the United States to photograph her subjects. Annette has roots in the Southwest and is one of the descendants of Jean L'Archevêque (the French explorer). For more information about her upcoming book and the release date, please watch for updated information or contact us.