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one year old during a one year milestone photo session, leaning on a miniature ladder, holding flowers, and smiling at the camera.
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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…

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one year old on a rhinoceros rocker, facing a real rhinoceros on a jungle plain. composite done for one year old photo session in escanaba michigan.
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Hailey, jungle themed storytelling 1 year session

I’ve done many 1 year sessions over the years – we usually focus on simple setups, capturing baby’s details, and maybe add a cake smash…

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one year milestone session in escanaba michigan photo studio with toddler girl in pink ruffled outfit on rustic barn wood backdrop
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Elsie | One Year Studio Milestone Session

Oh, Elsie.  It was just about a year ago that I met Elsie, her mom, and her grandma, for a 3 month milestone session.  Elsie…

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Elva’s One Year Cake Smash | Escanaba Photography Studio

Elva’s family moved downstate earlier this year, but they made time to capture Elva’s one year photos while up visiting for Thanksgiving.  It meant so…

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Elsie, 9 months | Escanaba Photography Studio

It has been such a pleasure watching Elsie grow up during her first year.  We tried a few different times to get her 9 month…

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Studio Cake Smash | Escanaba Michigan Photographer

Kane was an absolute treat to have in the studio for his one year cake smash.  He was absolutely adorable, and I think he demolished…

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Camden Turns One | Escanaba Studio Cake Smash

It’s always such a joy to see my newborn’s grow and change.  Camden gave me such sweet smiles, and looked so grown up with his…

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Esky Turns One | Escanaba Photography Studio

I’ve been privileged to work with this family several times over the past few years.  Esky’s older brother Copper is just the cutest little guy,…

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smiling 6 month old baby girl with warm earthtones
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Elsie’s 6 month session | Upper Michigan Photographer

Elsie’s mom and grandma brought her to me as a 3 month old when I had just found out about the possibility of renting my…

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headshot portrait of escanaba photographer Samantha couvillion, newborn photographer, family photographer. she is wearing a green shirt against a green backdrop.
Welcome, I'm sam

The soul behind the lens at Northern Clove. Based in the wild and wonderful central Upper Peninsula of Michigan, I specialize in preserving the details of life’s most beautiful moments with warmth, light, and connection. I'm so glad you're here!

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Anything for a smile (even if it doesn’t work) Anything for a smile (even if it doesn’t work)

Mom brought in one of dad’s trucks from when he was a kid - his name is written on the side. Moments like these are why I save *everything.”

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I'm so sad I don't have any outdoor sessions sched I'm so sad I don't have any outdoor sessions scheduled in time for blossoms this year!

There's a lot of talk in the photography world about how things just feel *different* this year.  This is always a slower time of year for me, but things are just . . . different.  There's debate about whether it's the economy, or changing trends, but the reality is - bookings are down, and many studios are shutting their doors.

Anyway, I tried to exercise today, got super emotional and wrote a blog post instead! Over the last 2 years I've had more and more inquiries for extended families, and less for regular family sessions.

I get it, and I definitely value extended family sessions.  But they're a very different vibe from regular sessions, and I want to be sure that you know you are valuable on your own, too.

Comment "art" and I'll send you the link to the blog post! 

And, whatever you can do to support small businesses, please do! I'm sure photography businesses aren't the only ones feeling it, and any little bit we can do helps ❤️

#smallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #photographerlife #fineartphotographer #upmichigan #michiganphotographer #upmichiganphotographer #uppermichiganphotographer #familyphotographer #familyphotography #escanaba #escanabamichigan #escanabaphotographer #familyphotographerescanaba
Digitals for safe keeping and showing off on your Digitals for safe keeping and showing off on your phone, prints and books to showcase your images how they’re meant to be seen! My packages come with both, and sessions are designed around what you love. 

Book your newborn session today so those tiny little details are preserved! 

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I have so many ideas in my head but realized I’l I have so many ideas in my head but realized I’ll never make them happen if I don’t let you know what I’m thinking! So here’s a series of sessions I’d LOVE to capture for you. 

Does one resonate with you? Reach out and let’s make it happen! 

#escanaba #escanabaphotographer #upmichigan #upmichiganphotographer
What does a newborn session look like? -a custom- What does a newborn session look like?

-a custom-designed session, tailored to your style.  Colors and setups inspired by what you love, all provided by me.

-you, relaxing on the couch in my toasty warm studio while I take care of everything. I've been photographing newborns for 9 years and have been called "baby-whisperer" many times - your little one is in good hands, so sip on some water or coffee and relax - you've earned it!

-a soft-proof gallery with a selection of images to choose from.  Curl up at home and watch a slideshow set to music, then pick out your favorites! You can choose just the ones you love the most, or your whole gallery - it's up to you.

-digital files you can print on your own and have for safe-keeping, along with professionally printed product you can't get anywhere else, that will be loved years down the road.

Long after your baby has outgrown their little onesies, newborn portraits will remind you of the magic of their first days.  Reach out to schedule your session or with any questions, I can't wait to meet you and your little one!

#newbornphotography #newbornsession #newbornphotos #babyphotos #babysfirstphotos #escanaba #escanabamichigan #escanabaphotographer
Today I met up with Casey Young, Dietitian/Traine Today I met up with  Casey Young, Dietitian/Trainer today for some updated branding photos. She was so welcoming, and you can tell she is passionate about what she does and so supportive for her clients - it’s easy to see why she has such a huge following! 

Casey specializes in helping women over 40 lose fat and gain confidence - if you’re not already following her, you definitely should! I found myself listening to her podcast as I edited her previews, and there’s so much good information there.

Can’t wait to work on the rest of these soon, and to tell you more about Casey’s health coaching!  If you have a small business and are in need of a branding session, please reach out!

And - if you have any questions for Casey, drop them here - I’ll be putting together a blog post full of Q’s and A’s!

#brandingsession #brandingphotos #headshots #escanabaphotographer #escanabaheadshots #headshotsescanaba #fitnessjourney #fitnessover40 #womensfitness
Photos are more than a smile - they are a window f Photos are more than a smile - they are a window for you to look back at who your child was at that moment in time. 

And we all know, time is a thief and those moments change all too fast. 

#familyphotography #familyphotos #escanaba #escanabichigan #upmichigan #upmichiganphotosession #escanabaphotographer

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