How to plan the best extended family photoshoot
Michigan’s Upper peninsula A beautiful setting for your extended family photos From woods to waterfalls, from riverfront homes to vast lakeshore beaches, the UP has…
Some thoughts about confidence, and when you hate getting your picture taken.
my headshot experience Some thoughts about confidence and when you absolutely hate looking at photos of yourself. Every year during the winter, once busy season…
When should I get newborn photos taken
Ask any newborn photographer when you should have newborn pictures taken, and they’ll probably tell you somewhere within the first 2 weeks of baby being…
Why should I get newborn photos taken
There is so much to worry about when having a baby. You have to keep yourself healthy for the good of your baby. You have…
What I wish I’d known as a new mom
Hi there – I’m Sam. I’m a newborn photographer in Escanaba Michigan and have been called a baby whisperer many times. But when my own…
What to expect (and how to prepare) for a studio one-year session
One year sessions in the studio can be unpredictable. Each child is so different – outgoing or shy, calm or energized. And each child’s preferences…
Zaya, Escanaba newborn session
Zaya’s mom is a certified pediatric sleep consultant here in Escanaba Michigan, which I think is a pretty cool resource to have! She hoped to…
Westyn, Escanaba newborn session
Westyn’s grandmother contacted me and set up this session – this is a trend I’ve been seeing quite a bit lately. Newborn photos weren’t so…
Tucker, custom newborn session
This session was full of emotion. Baby’s grandfather had passed away, and mom wished to incorporate some details from his life into the session. She…