CAPTURING MEMORIES

that last a lifetime

Wedding Photographer

based in Madison, Wisconsin

traveling anywhere for your lovestory

I have always had a passion for storytelling and photography, which has led me to where I am today. Each one of us has a unique story filled with moments – whether big, small, heart-racing, breathtaking, simple, or quiet – that shape who we are.

The desire to pause time and relive fleeting moments has always lingered within me. Photography serves as my way to capture and preserve time, giving me the chance to hold onto it forever. Photographs reminding me of the life I've lived and continue to live.

ATWATER BEACH ELOPEMENT

You can call me Sam, Samantha, Sammy….

As a midwest wedding photographer, I have the privilege of capturing love stories in their purest form. Photography is my way of freezing time, preserving the fleeting moments that make life beautiful.

Every click of my camera is a testament to the authenticity of your connection, the laughter, the tears, the stolen glances - all woven together to create a tapestry of memories that will last a lifetime.

“Sam is beyond talented!! She was able to bring our vision to life of how we wanted our day to be captured. Embodying the romantic, candid style, she was able to display how truly magical the day was.”

Katie + Brenner

CHATTANOOGA, TN COUPLES SESSION

DOCUMENTING LOVE IN ALL FORMS

My main focus is documenting love, the wild love during your engagement, the committed love on your wedding day or the undeniable love that grows with you as you grow your little one.

Your love captured in a genuine and raw way. No posing or fake smiles. Just true emotions.

  • Approach

    I take a very candid fly on the wall approach. Documenting the big moments but also the inbetween ones that are gone before we get to soak them up. Your day documented as it happens, prompting honest emotions and true moments flowing naturally.

  • Style

    My style is very true to life emotions as well as colors. Editing a timeless and true to life color that will last through time. Documenting real, and authentic emotions.

  • Experience

    Your story is yours. Documenting it is just the role I play. I want your photos to be beautiful and screaming with emotions but your experience through it all is so important too. I am here to make your day effortless and strive to make this experience unique to your love story.

documenting your story honestly and intentionally

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“Samantha exceeded our expectations for our wedding photos . I’m SO happy I went with her to capture our special day. Thank you so much they are all beautiful!”

SIMONE+TANNER

“Sam was amazing to work with! She covered everything for our wedding from the engagement photos and bridal shower to the ceremony and reception. Sam had great communication and flexibility for all of our sessions. She is so fun to work with and it's easy to tell she loves what she does.
We love our photos and highly recommend Sam to anyone!”

KATHERINE+ALDEN

  • I’m based in Madison, WI and service the surrounding areas. I don’t hesitate to document stories outside of my local area!

  • Yes! I’ll travel anywhere your love story goes. I break down travel fees in my investment guide.

  • While my main focus is weddings + elopements, a love story doesn’t start or end there. Couple’s sessions are some of my favorites and maternity has a special place in my heart.

    I also dabble in portrait/branding sessions too!

  • I’ve always loved snapping photos, with friends, family or of the beauty the world offers. Outside of for fun, I started my business in 2020!

MANSION HILL WEDDING