Noticing & photographing your story

Emotive, artistic and unscripted photos of the people you love

I’m an award-winning emotive family, newborn and maternity photographer in Johannesburg and Pretoria.

As a mom to three, I know how precious every stage of your journey is. From milky snuggles, to chonky toddler legs wobbling while they play hide and seek, a family photoshoot is a luxury; but it’s the most important one there is. I photograph families in a relaxed, playful way that feels natural and joyful, creating images that capture not just how you look, but the magic of who you are in this beautiful, fleeting season. Whether you’re wanting to have a newborn, maternity or family photoshoot, I love them all.

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Your story is worth telling.

You’re already perfect. Don’t wait to remember your life in this moment.

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“Family and friends are hidden treasures, seek them and enjoy their riches.”

– Wanda Hope Carter

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What people are saying

★★★★★

“I did an at home shoot with Sam for my newborn and absolutely love how these beautiful pictures turned out. She captured all his tiny features and all the little natural moments like feeding and changing baba. She made us and baby feel super comfortable and it showed in the stunning photography!”

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Asha Singh

Newborn session

★★★★★

“My entire experience with Samantha was professional, seamless, and confidence boosting. Samantha made me feel highly valued from the first message I sent her, and the actual photoshoot was incredible – she was calm, reassuring, and just so down to earth. What an incredible experience and great value.”

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Nadine Hutchinson

Professional portraiture

★★★★★

“She makes you feel right at home in your own skin and she spends the time to really capture the essence of who you are. Her edits are raw, authentic and creative. She captures the real life of it, and not the posed studio images we’ve come to expect for these memories. I would recommend Samantha to anyone who wants to document their journey from bump to birth!”

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Cayley Butcher

Maternity shoot

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“I loved our photoshoot with Sam! She was relaxed and easy going which is so important with small kids. We didn’t once feel pressured to do anything other than just be ourselves and enjoy the experience. Our photos were amazing and she captured the essence of my babies and the relationship between us in such a beautiful way!! Just awesome.”

— Alexa Young, mom

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Motherhood is a love story, and photography is the perfect way to tell it. One thing I’ve learnt as a mother is that each stage of the journey is ephemeral and fleeting. Book your session today and create lasting memories that you and your family will cherish for years to come.

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