ANG MATERNITY PORTRAIT | IPSWICH PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER | HAIGSLEA PRIVATE PROPERTY

A grand adventure is about to begin...

A heart beats slowly  from within,

Love grows with every gentle kick

of the little baby that is growing within.

To schedule your very own Maternity, Newborn, Children's or Family Portrait Session, please email me.  To see more images or keep up to date about what's new around Sam I am visit our Facebook page or simply check out the website.  If you have enjoyed reading my blog I would love to hear your feedback 

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TRISTAN'S FAMILY PORTRAIT | IPSWICH PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER | HAIGSLEA PRIVATE PROPERTY

Capturing connection between families is the best part of the portrait session ~ the natural interaction between father and son, mummy and her baby boy. Feeling the love these parents have for their little boy, is what I love to photograph.  I can see the love between this family, but you can feel it in their photos.  As Piglet asked Pooh - "How do you spell LOVE??" Pooh replies "You don't spell it, you feel it"

You must always remember...

You are Braver than you believe,

Stronger than you seem,

and Smarter than you think ~ Christopher Robin

To schedule your very own Maternity, Newborn, Children's or Family Portrait Session, please email me.  To see more images or keep up to date about what's new around Sam I am visit our Facebook page or simply check out the website.  If you have enjoyed reading my blog I would love to hear your feedback 

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ETHAN'S FAMILY PORTRAIT | IPSWICH PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER | WALLOON PROPERTY

Meet Ethan and his family.  

Stevi, him mummy, is expecting little boy number two in the last image.  At the time of their family portraits we were both pregnant, almost the same distance through, our little boys are only 8 weeks apart.  How blessed am I to have so many little boys to photograph lately.  

Stevi quite often says that Ethan is quite the little cyclone at home,  he looks far to innocent to be into mischief, perhaps a little devil in disguise??

To schedule your very own Maternity, Newborn, Children's or Family Portrait Session, please email me.  To see more images or keep up to date about what's new around Sam I am visit our Facebook page or simply check out the website.  If you have enjoyed reading my blog I would love to hear your feedback....hit the comment tab!!

TOMAS'S FAMILY PORTRAIT | IPSWICH PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER | WALLOON PROPERTY

I have been lucky enough to document this little families milestones since Toni and Joel were expecting their first baby boy.  Here he is again almost one year later.

When Toni was scheduling their session, she mentioned that Tomas was almost walking.  Quick I said, we need to have your session just before he is off and running, or we'll never catch him.  Perfect timing I say!!

To schedule your very own Maternity, Newborn, Children's or Family Portrait Session, please email me.  To see more images or keep up to date about what's new around Sam I am visit our Facebook page or simply check out the website.  If you have enjoyed reading my blog I would love to hear your feedback....hit the comment tab!!

RYLEE'S FAMILY PORTRAIT | IPSWICH PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER | HAIGSLEA PROPERTY

I've seen this little fella from just a bump in his mummy's belly.  Now almost turning ONE.  How time flies.

I just love the wonder and curiosity of this age.  Amy knew exactly what she wanted for this shoot and supplies all of the props.  All I had to do was execute her vision.  I think I passed.

To schedule your very own Maternity, Newborn, Children's or Family Portrait Session, please email me.  To see more images or keep up to date about what's new around Sam I am visit our Facebook page or simply check out the website.  If you have enjoyed reading my blog I would love to hear your feedback....hit the comment tab!!

SWEET BABY ALEXANDER | IPSWICH NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHER | RACEVIEW PORTRAIT STUDIO

Meet Alexander!!

I first met Tai and Darren from the Pregnancy Babies and Children's Expo, and finally got to meet their handsome little man for his newborn portraits some months later.  Here's precious little Alexander, from what I remember he was 4 weeks old at his session, but came into the world a little early, so still so sleepy for being a little older than I usually photograph.

Nothing sweeter than a sleeping baby!!  I could just sit and watch my baby sleep like this ALL.DAY.LONG

To schedule your very own Maternity, Newborn, Children's or Family Portrait Session, please email me.  To see more images or keep up to date about what's new around Sam I am visit our Facebook page or simply check out the website.  If you have enjoyed reading my blog I would love to hear your feedback....hit the comment tab!!

IPSWICH PET PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER | FLINDERS VIEW VET SURGERY | SARAH & ANDREW

Pet's and their humans.....lets face it, people with kids say that theirs is the cutest and all dog lovers say that they have the GREATEST dog ever.  Dogs...... they love nothing more than to love and be loved, they are the most loyal "people" in our lives, they see us at our best and certainly at our worst.  They never judge us.    For many they are the best, life long companion to have ever come into our lives.  Their lives are so simple.  Wake up, get loved, eat, play, sleep, eat play, wait eagerly for their humans to arrive home from work, and get loved some more.  Take up way to much room in the bed, kiss their humans good night and of course good morning (way before we needed to wake up) get into way too much mischief....Yet these creatures bring so much joy to our lives, we wonder what we did before we got them, and what we'll do without them - one day.

Sarah and Andrew are Kiah and Sally's humans, they are their Best Friends....they also happen to have just opened our local Vet Surgery in Flinders View.....needless to say they have a passion for animals in general, but boy oh boy do they love their pooches!!  We were fortunate enough to venture out to this private property at Walloon....and I must say that I haven't met such well behaved dogs, off lead before - ever!!  Our beagles would have had no chance off lead with all the wonderful farm smells around.....

Introducing Sally (Border Collie), Kiah (Rottie X), Sarah (Practice Manager) and Andrew (Veterinarian) .......I had such a wonderful afternoon, getting to know these pets and their humans.  

 "Dogs are miracles with paws."  

~Susan Ariel Rainbow Kennedy

"Pet's and their Humans" - Portrait Sessions, take place on location within 1 hour radius of Ipswich.  *Sessions are $120 (...but mention that you saw this blog post and you will save 50% off your session fee)  

There is no better way to celebrate the bond between you and your best friend!! - contact me today to arrange a no obligation Portrait Design Session.

To schedule your very own "Pet's and their Humans" Portrait Session, please email me at info.samiam@bigpond.com To see more images or keep up to date about what's new around Sam I am visit https://www.facebook.com/samiamportraitphotographer or simply check out my website

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IPSWICH CHILDREN'S PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER | WALLOON PROPERTY | TAMIKA

IPSWICH MATERNITY PHOTOGRAPHER | HAIGSLEA PROPERTY | ELESIA

If you've ever heard the term Pregnancy glow....Elesia had it all over!!  I'm in all kinds of love with these images,  I just couldn't pick a favourite, pregnancy definitely agrees with her....right?  I always see something different at this Haigslea property, each time I shoot here I try and see it from a new perspective.  

Elesia had complete trust in me.  She was completely open to my ideas.  The result is a relaxed natural feel in her images.

I hope you enjoy this little collection of Maternity Portraits, they are only "just a few" of my favourites.

If you are unsure of the process, this is the "Sam I am" way.....there is no guess work, and nothing is left to chance.  Each session is carefully planned out to look just the way YOU intended.  Upon making contact with me, I will schedule a Pre Portrait Design Consultation - a no obligation "chat" to discuss what you are looking for to ensure I am the right photographer for you. We will also discuss locations, clothing choices, make-up, pricing, contracts and any other concerns you may have. This is also a fantastic opportunity for me to meet you in person so you don't have to deal with a "complete stranger" on the day of your creative session.  This is just the beginning the Portrait process.  All you need to do is make first contact....easy!

To schedule your very own Maternity Portrait Session, please email me at info.samiam@bigpond.com

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IPSWICH CHILDREN'S PHOTOGRAPHER | ROBELLE DOMAIN SPRINGFIELD | TEDDIES AND TUTUS

I don't know any kid who doesn't enjoy dressing up.  Little girls in Tutus and little boys with teddy bears in bow ties.....well, there's nothing sweeter.  These mini sessions proved to be a hit among the children who attended.  Exploring while on portrait sessions is my favourite thing to do. 

Each child is completely unique, and offers something great.  That is what makes each session different, their personalities are projected differently, but uniquely.  It's also what makes it fun.

"Happy times are never ending when we're playing and pretending!" Author: Unknown

 Teddies and Tutus will be back in May 2013.

To schedule your very own Portrait for your Children, please email me at info.samiam@bigpond.com

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WILLIAMSON FAMILY PORTRAITS | IPSWICH FAMILY PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER

Exploring a new location for the first time for me is like a kid in candy store.  From having to reschedule due
to bad health from the week before, we decided that Mothers Day afternoon was the ideal date to chose for these very special Family Portraits.  So I spent the morning relaxing and spending quality time with my husband and one year old daughter before heading off to shoot this amazingly cute little family. It was an honour to share my first Mother's Day with such a lovely family, who share such a special bond.  Nan came along to the session to help with Little Miss A's smiles, which was nice.   Still  not feeling 100% little Miss A was such a trooper, you would have never guessed that she was a little under the weather.  This little property is tucked away in a valley at Karrabin, so we were able to avoid the wind, although it started to get dark and cold really quickly.  I just love all of their images, it would be hard to choose my favourite.

In the Garden of All Dreams 

There's lollipops on trees 

And animals and little birds 

Playing in the breeze

In the Garden of All Dreams 

You can watch the flowers grow 

With silver bells and cockle shells 

And pretty maids in a row  

LITTLE MISS A | S.M.A.S.H SESSION | IPSWICH CHILDREN'S' PHOTOGRAPHER

There are so many gorgeous little girls turning ONE, (mine included of course) I think it was just coincidence but when I had Alexis, there were about 4 other little girls born around the same time.  This S.M.A.S.H session is part of our Birthday Club. (if you would like to learn more about our Birthday Club click here) I really enjoy making the HUGE cupcakes for these sessions, I think it's part of my creativity, though let it be known, I'm definitely no cake decorator :) I just find it fun to do.  We decided to use Kholo Botanic Gardens for Little Miss A's S.M.A.S.H session, and it proved to be a great choice.  So happy the rain held off for us, as this week it rained every other day!!  Enjoy this series of images, although Little miss didn't particularly like getting her hands dirty and really smash the cake, she did a great job, and really only ate a little bit.

EMMETT FAMILY PORTRAITS | IPSWICH FAMILY PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER

There are some people who come into our lives for a short while, and there are others that bless us by sticking  around.  Aleisha is the latter.  I have been ever so privileged that Aleisha chose me to capture her maternity portraits over 2 years ago now, and she has remained in front of my lens ever since.  Each year Aleisha has chosen to reward herself with Mother's Day portraits, which has become quite a tradition for her and her daughter.  This year she chose to include her Mum and Nan for some very special four generation portraits....how special.  We chose a quaint little location tucked away in one of the side streets in Ipswich.  I was lucky enough to spot this particular location one day as I just happened to be driving by.  Little Pai made me work hard for images of her this day, but I won in the end....I always do.  That's what happens with a little patience and perseverance.......me +1 Pai 0.

Thanks Aleisha, I'm sure you are stoked with these images, they gave me a little lump in my throat.....cherish your mumma, she's pretty special.

The Family is one of nature's masterpieces. ~ George Santayana

LOVEDAY FAMILY PORTRAITS | IPSWICH FAMILY PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER

I could not be more pleased that I have come to know Laura and Jeremy, and their newest addition Toby.  They are just the.nicest.family. and I truly feel privileged to be asked to capture such a wonderful time in their lives, their very first Family Portrait.......We chose to re-visit the same location at Mt Marrow that we captured their Maternity Portraits, one of my very special clients private property, and as it turns out is a family friend of Laura and Jeremy. (small world). Little Toby, at 6 weeks old was sooooo good, I could not believe how well he slept throughout the session, I think he enjoyed the fresh afternoon air as the sun was setting.......so did I.  It was just the most perfect afternoon, we couldn't have planned it any better!!

Mothers Day Bonus | Portrait & Pamper

Sweater, n.:  garment worn by child when its mother is feeling chilly.  ~Ambrose Bierce

Return the favour and warm your Mothers heart this Mothers Day, Sunday May 8, with a special Portrait & Pamper package from Sam I am | Portrait Photographer.  

Just $99 for a Maternity, Newborn, Children or Family portrait session

with BONUS $100 Ella Bache Gift Card from Sam I am just in time for Mothers Day!!!

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*Not valid with any other offers, events or promotions or Gift Certificates,
*Limit one voucher per session, per person, per booking
*Session must be booked and session fee paid
*Voucher is issued to recipient before Mothers Day 2012
*Session fee is $99 weekdays or $120 weekends
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*Sessions must be booked before 31/3/12 to qualify

KIDS ON LOCATION | KIARA | BRISBANE CHILDREN'S PHOTOGRAPHER

Kiara has the making of a model, she has the personality to suit her equally gorgeous nature and looks.  I could have photographed her all day.  So much thought went into her wardrobe selection, and it has paid off, her images are stunning.  We get together a couple of times a year to update Kiara's portraits, this time for the Kids on Location Event held at the Robelle Domain Springfield.  Here are just a few of my favourites for you to enjoy.  Please let me know that you have stopped by, leave me a comment and tell me what you think of my images.  

If you would like to know more about booking a session with Sam I am, or have any questions, please e-mail me at info.samiam@bigpond.com

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LAURA | IPSWICH MATERNITY PHOTOGRAPHER

There is nothing I love more than photographing real raw beauty in the outdoors.  These images are as natural as their surroundings, just gorgeous.  I just love the location for these portraits, and Laura, as she anticipates the arrival of her little "surprise" looks so relaxed and calm, (on the outside anyway).  It was important to Laura that we captured her maternity portraits before bubs, arrived, so this session was a long time in the planning, and I was so excited when the time finally came.  It is such a privilege and honour to be part of something so special.

Here's a little quote I found online... so cute

I loved you from the very start…

You stole my breath, embraced my heart.

*update, Laura and Jeremy have since welcomed a healthy little boy into the world...Congratulations to you both.

KIDS ON LOCATION | SMITH KIDS | BRISBANE CHILDREN'S PHOTOGRAPHER

These little boys are very much into sport, their weekends and afternoons after school are filled with coming and going to different sporting events, which keeps their mummy very busy.  So, of course it was ok that we had their soccer balls in the session too.  They had fun at the end of the session kicking around their soccer ball.  This was yet another Kids On Location Session at Robelle Domain Springfield.  Our Kids On Location Event, is a great way to keep up to date with your Children's Portraits, to find out more please e-mail me at info.samiam@bigpond.com