Captured by Sammi

Captured by Sammi Hi i’m sammi! Lifestyle + Portrait Photographer

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Bo***ir · Brands · Events · Studio

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📍chicago + beyond · book now

✨ Hi, I'm Sammi, Chicago wedding & family Photographer :)Welcome to my corner of the world, where I get to document love...
06/16/2026

✨ Hi, I'm Sammi, Chicago wedding & family Photographer :)

Welcome to my corner of the world, where I get to document love, light, and all the in-between moments most people forget to slow down for.

I'm a Chicago-based photographer, and what I really do is tell stories....yours. Weddings, families, maternity, branding, whatever chapter you're in, I'm there to capture it honestly, the way it actually felt.

A little about me: I'm happiest when there's a real connection in the room. I'm drawn to film-inspired, airy imagery and the candid, unscripted moments, the laugh between the posed shots, the quiet glance, the stuff you'll be grateful you have ten years from now.
When I'm not behind the camera, you'll find me chasing a new creative idea, building my business, or home with my people (and my little tabby, Leo 🐾).

I feel deeply grateful to do this work and to meet the people I do along the way. So if you're ready to capture your next chapter, saying "I do," welcoming a new little one, or building your dream brand.. I'd love to be part of the story.

Let's make something beautiful together. 💛

Check availability or start a chat below.

www.capturedbysammi.com/contact

🌷 MOTHER’S DAY STUDIO MINIS 🌷Studio sessions. Soft natural light. Minimalist backdrop. Perfect for authentic, timeless p...
04/30/2026

🌷 MOTHER’S DAY STUDIO MINIS 🌷

Studio sessions. Soft natural light. Minimalist backdrop. Perfect for authentic, timeless photos you’ll want to print & hang in your home.

📍 CHICAGO, IL
🗓 May 2, 3, 9 & 10
⏱ 20-minute sessions
📸 8 edited digital images + online gallery

Limited spots across both weekends. Past clients booked first this week, remaining spots open NOW.

COMMENT or DM me “MOM🌸” for the link or click the Booking link in bio 🔗

🌷 MOTHER’S DAY STUDIO MINIS 🌷Studio sessions. Soft natural light. Minimalist backdrop. The portraits she’d never ask for...
04/30/2026

🌷 MOTHER’S DAY STUDIO MINIS 🌷

Studio sessions. Soft natural light. Minimalist backdrop. The portraits she’d never ask for but absolutely wants.

📍 CHICAGO, IL
🗓 May 2, 3, 9 & 10
⏱ 20-minute sessions
📸 8 edited digital images + online gallery

Limited spots across both weekends 💗

Comment “MOM🌸” for the link or click the link in bio 🔗

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Last month, we were flown out to London to capture the Nico Shishkin Spring 2026 Fashion Show at the Dartmouth House wit...
04/12/2026

Last month, we were flown out to London to capture the Nico Shishkin Spring 2026 Fashion Show at the Dartmouth House with Elevate Society. Such a dream collaboration, more to come soon😍

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RunwayPhotography FashionWeekLondon LuxuryFashion EditorialPhotography MayfairLondon DartmouthHouse

On the first day of Christmas, my photographer gave to me… ✨Holiday minis in our dreamy winter-white studio.This year’s ...
12/12/2025

On the first day of Christmas, my photographer gave to me… ✨

Holiday minis in our dreamy winter-white studio.

This year’s setup is everything: snow-dusted trees, soft twinkle lights, warm gold accents, and those lofty windows flooding the space with natural light.

It’s light, airy, elevated, and made for YOU — whether you’re:
→ Updating the family photos
→ Announcing a little one on the way
→ Snapping pics with your favorite furry friend
→ Just need gorgeous photos for your holiday cards

25 minutes. Guided posing. Cozy vibes. Coffee & donuts waiting for you.

Packages start at $450. Spots are limited — link in bio to book! 🎄

You dream about this moment for so long… the day you finally hold your baby girl in your arms and feel her tiny smile me...
07/20/2025

You dream about this moment for so long… the day you finally hold your baby girl in your arms and feel her tiny smile meet your gaze. There’s nothing in the world that compares to this love. ✨

Documenting your motherhood journey is more than just photos — it’s capturing the quiet magic, the bond, and the beginning of forever.

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Golden hour + the sweetest couple = pure bliss 💙Jessica + Kyler were SO much fun to work with! They were all smiles, tot...
07/04/2025

Golden hour + the sweetest couple = pure bliss 💙

Jessica + Kyler were SO much fun to work with! They were all smiles, totally in love, and down for anything—even braving a busy Chicago lakefront on a Wednesday evening! We found the perfect little pockets of light and calm, and it turned into such a dreamy maternity session as they count down the final weeks before meeting their baby boy.

If you’re dreaming of a maternity session by the lake with soft, light-filled images, I’d love to capture that story for you. Chicago lakefront maternity photos are some of my favorites—especially at sunset!


A little journal entry from behind the lens… 06/12/25We will never regret documenting these milestone moments🫶🏼One day, ...
06/13/2025

A little journal entry from behind the lens… 06/12/25

We will never regret documenting these milestone moments🫶🏼

One day, she’ll flip through these photos and see so much more than a cake-covered face. She’ll see how loved she’s been from the very beginning, how her parents celebrated every chapter, how even the tiniest moments were worth remembering.

I photographed Kamille just a few months ago at her 6-month milestone, and already she’s blossomed into a bright, joyful, expressive little girl who knows how to light up a room. Watching her grow and being trusted to capture these seasons of her life is such a gift.

As a photographer, I get a front-row seat to so many firsts — first giggles, first steps, first bites of birthday cake. And every time, I’m reminded of how fleeting this season is. These babies don’t keep… but the photos do. And that’s the beauty of photographs isn’t it?

Kamille’s cake smash session was full of sweet smiles, curious fingers, and a little bit of frosting chaos (the best kind). Thank you to her sweet family for letting me be part of such a special celebration.

More from this shoot coming soon, but for now — let’s hold onto this: milestones matter, and every little detail is worth remembering. 💕

C & J celebrated their first birthday in the studio this weekend and melted my heart 🥹✨ Built-in besties with the sweete...
06/03/2025

C & J celebrated their first birthday in the studio this weekend and melted my heart 🥹✨ Built-in besties with the sweetest bond — and J is already such a proud big brother. Happy 1st birthday to these two! Thanks for choosing me capture such a special milestone 🤍

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Hi, I’m Sammi! I’m the photographer + creative heart behind Captured by Sammi — born and raised here in Chicago, with my...
05/09/2025

Hi, I’m Sammi! I’m the photographer + creative heart behind Captured by Sammi — born and raised here in Chicago, with my own lofty, bright + airy studio space (think: white walls, concrete floors, gorgeous natural light — perfect for branding, bo***ir, and lifestyle sessions!).

I specialize in weddings, couples, maternity, branding, bo***ir, lifestyle portraits, and events — all captured in my signature light & airy, romantic, timeless style.

I’m passionate about documenting authentic, meaningful moments that make you feel confident, beautiful, and celebrated — whether we’re chasing golden hour outdoors or creating magic together in the studio.

Also, huge shoutout to Melissa Beaty () for my fresh new headshots! She made me feel so at ease in front of the camera (not easy for a photographer!) and gave me exactly the vibe I wanted. If you need updated headshots or brand photos, definitely check her out!

If you’re new here or we haven’t worked together yet — I’d love to connect. Let’s create something beautiful together!

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