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Photographed memories are invaluable. I strive to tell a story with my images capturing organic moments that naturally unfold which result in stunning portraits. I want my photos to evoke love and joy. I would consider it an honor to document your season of change, growth and new beginnings. Please send an email to hello@samanthajamesphoto.com to inquire about your date!

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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$5,000

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Digital Files

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$6,000

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Natural
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Digital Files
Prints

Reviews of Samantha James Photography

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Samantha receives overwhelming praise from multiple reviewers for capturing the most special moments of weddings with her creativity, professionalism, and attention to detail. Her warm and friendly personality, creativity, and efficiency in capturing key moments make her highly recommended. Reviewers highlight her organizational skills, friendliness, and ability to create memories that are cherished for generations, making her the go-to photographer for an unforgettable wedding day. Whether it's through engagement shoots, providing tips on posing, or ensuring the day runs smoothly, Samantha's passion and expertise shine through in her work, earning her consistent high praise and recommendations for wedding photography services.

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Samantha receives overwhelming praise from multiple reviewers for capturing the most special moments of weddings with her creativity, professionalism, and attention to detail. Her warm and friendly personality, creativity, and efficiency in capturing key moments make her highly recommended. Reviewers highlight her organizational skills, friendliness, and ability to create memories that are cherished for generations, making her the go-to photographer for an unforgettable wedding day. Whether it's through engagement shoots, providing tips on posing, or ensuring the day runs smoothly, Samantha's passion and expertise shine through in her work, earning her consistent high praise and recommendations for wedding photography services.

Emma
Emma Sent on 12/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A Dream Come True Photographer!

I can’t say enough amazing things about Samantha. From start to finish, she went above and beyond to capture the most special moments of our big day. Her creativity, professionalism, and every photo reflected her incredible attention to detail. Samantha made the whole experience feel fun and relaxed. Her warm and friendly personality made her such a joy to have around on such an important day. She didn’t just take photos; she created memories we’ll treasure forever. When we got our gallery back, we were truly amazed. We felt so lucky that we got to relive the best day of our lives through Samantha’s photos. Samantha was so organized and easy to work with throughout the whole process. She really took the time to understand what we were envisioning and made sure every detail was covered. Samantha absolutely exceeded our expectations and gave us a collection of photos we’ll cherish for generations. If you’re looking for a photographer who’s not only talented and professional but also genuinely cares about making your wedding day unforgettable, Samantha is the one. She’s truly a gem, and we feel so lucky to have had her as part of our wedding!
Caeli
Caeli Sent on 08/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the best!

I first met Samantha when she photographed my best friend's wedding. I knew after working with her then that I wanted her to be my photographer for my wedding and even more so once I saw the pictures. She was the first vendor we booked once we had our date set. Pictures are really important to me so I knew I wanted the best of the best. Someone who would insure I have beautiful pictures from my wedding day! She did just that & not only were the pictures great, Sam did an amazing job helping us plan out our timeline & keep that timeline throughout the day. Her calming & supportive personality allowed me to stay present for my day & know everything would get taken care of. I really appreciated how she directed us to insure we got great pictures! I never worried about how I looked because I knew Sam had my back. Simply the best & so good at what she does! Cannot recommend enough :)
Nicole
Nicole Sent on 07/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Photographer Ever!!!

There really aren’t enough positive things to say about Sam!! She was SUCH a wonderful addition to our wedding day! She helped keep us feeling calm when it started to rain, she was so professional and on top of things, and our photos turned out better than we could have possibly dreamt of! Booking vendors for an out of state wedding was hard, but Sam truly made the process so easy and fun. She was communicative and supportive leading up to the wedding, and she was the ultimate hype woman on wedding day! I’ll fly Sam across the country to shoot family photos in the future. Our friends and families have raved about her demeanor and photos ever since the wedding. Absolutely one of the best things I did while wedding planning!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
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Samantha James Photography frequently asked questions

Samantha James Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Digital Files
Samantha James Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Digital Files
Samantha James Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
Samantha James Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Samantha James Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
Samantha James Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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