CAPTURING
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WIFE, MAMA, LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHER

I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to be your photographer. One of the most rewarding aspects of my photography journey is the meaningful connections I get to form with my awesome clients. Whether it's a family session, a milestone celebration, or a simple moment of quietness as your little one snuggles in, I'm dedicated to preserving these special memories in a way that is genuine and meaningful.

My goal is to create a warm and welcoming environment where you and your loved ones will feel comfortable to let loose, share some laughs, and most importantly, capture beautiful memories that you will cherish forever.




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hello there, i'm Sam 

TELLING STORIES through the LENS

While being a photographer and running a business are significant parts of my life, my ultimate joy is being a mom to my two incredible boys. Together with my husband Andy, we navigate the joys and challenges of parenthood, finding inspiration and love in every moment as well as building careers that bring us happiness. 

Andy and I have been married for 8 years and have built a beautifully chaotic life together on my husband’s family farm where we are raising our two young boys.

Andy enjoys farming with his family, is a volunteer firefighter, and also welds full time. Our boys are Lennox and Hendrix. Lennox is a very strong willed 4 year old who, if given the option, would live outside if we let him. He loves Tractors, firetrucks, airplanes and anything else with a motor! Hendrix (2)spends a good amount of time chasing after his big brother and taking notes. When he’s not pestering his brother, he loves dancing, swinging, reading books, splashing in any form of water, and all snacks that come his way.

Some fun things about me- 
- Coffee, I loooooove coffee, It brings me joy, haha!
- I would live in joggers and crew neck sweatshirts if it was socially acceptable.
- I love true crime! Documentaries, podcasts, TV series, I like them all! 
- Deal me in for family game nights, I love a good card game. 
- One of my other passions is cooking and baking
- I'm an only child 
- I used to do hair, so when booking with me, know I will help a girl out ;)


Thanks for checking out my little corner of the interweb, I'm looking forward to meeting you! 

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amber walder photography

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