Northern Clove Photography

Serving Escanaba Michigan and the surrounding upper peninsula

Specializing in newborns, children, and families

Capturing your life in its best light

newborn girl wrapped in a brown wrap on a matching brown backdrop, posed for her newborn photos in Escanaba Michigan

view looking down on newborn baby wearing green knit romper, laying in vintage crib with greenery surrounding.

newborn baby wearing orange knit romper posed on a bed of moss surrounded by flowers, like a fairy garden.

a mom posed for a photo session with one daughter in her lap and the other hugging her from behind, a tender moment.

expecting mom during outdoor maternity photo session in escanaba Michigan, with flowering apple blossoms behind her and warm golden light.

four boys posed at the base of a tree with fall foliage in the background, during a family photo session in UP Michigan.

two sisters walk hand in hand through a whimsical fall forest in Michigan's upper peninsula

newborns • maternity • families • equine • seniors

Because the little moments mean everything.

Whether it’s perfectly posing and capturing every little detail of your baby in her first few weeks of life, or exploring a gorgeous nook of the UP’s woods with your whole family, I’m here for it. There’s so much magic in this world and I’m obsessed with helping you see it.

Life is busy, and messy, and sometimes chaotic – but it is beautiful, too. Sometimes we only see that looking back years later. I want to help you see it now.

I know that the thought of getting everyone together, planning outfits, and being in front of the camera can be overwhelming and, yeah, a little scary. That’s why I’m here every step of the way, helping you through it and making it actually fun!

Every chaotic moment is balanced by beauty. We will find that together, and make doing so a fun, easy process.

“You captured our girls fully. I so love that they know you by name and actually get excited to see you! Thank you for being perfectly you and making it so fun for them”

jenny v

baby wrapped in green, posed in a wooden bowl during escanaba newborn photo session

boy in overalls standing in a pond, with a frog in his pocket

the Experience

I want you to look at your photos and smile – not just because you love them, but because you remember how much fun it was to make them.

Whether in the studio or outdoors, all of my sessions have a similar workflow.

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Welcome, I’m sam

Behind the Lens

I’ve always had a big heart and a wild imagination. I have a tendency to believe the good in everyone, and I’m just awkward enough to help you feel super comfortable in front of the camera. I can’t pick an outfit for myself without my daughter’s help, but helping you look your best is something I’m really, really good at.

When I’m not taking pictures, you’ll find me exploring the woods, reading books, or finding places in the woods to read books.

About sam

“Sam puts my whole family at ease.

She is so sweet and patient, and makes the session comfortable for everyone. She knows that kids can be kids, and takes the time to snap what matters most to clients.

Each session creates a memory

of laughing together and having fun. She catches little details in candid shots and gets everyone’s personalities to show. She creates lifetime works of art from our memories.”

Kayla

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extended family wearing creams, pinks, and greens poses against a wooded backdrop in Michigan's upper peninsula for photos.

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