Lazy S 3 Photography

Lazy S 3 Photography Portraits | Seniors | Weddings | Western Lifestyle
True to life edits + visual storytelling
šŸ“Ellensburg + beyond
Booking '26 Seniors & '25 Weddings HI!

Sammi Jo here! I'm a Central WA based portrait photographer, lover of western living, and about as sassy as they come! I'm here to create timeless images that clients are proud to put on display because they capture their truest self and greatest passions in life. Fit your fancy? Send a message my way and let's chat!!

High school sweethearts.Year after year choosing each other.And somehow… choosing me too. 🄹They trusted me when I was ju...
03/04/2026

High school sweethearts.
Year after year choosing each other.
And somehow… choosing me too. 🄹

They trusted me when I was just a baby photographer with big dreams and a whole lot of heart. Now here we are, seasons later, still documenting their love as it grows and changes.

This is what people-centered photography is all about...
connection, history, and relationships that mean something.
So grateful for couples who let me tell their story again and again. šŸ¤





Lazy S 3It’s more than a mark burned into wood or sketched onto paper, it’s a legacy.The Lazy S 3 stood for three sister...
02/25/2026

Lazy S 3

It’s more than a mark burned into wood or sketched onto paper, it’s a legacy.

The Lazy S 3 stood for three sisters: my mama and her two younger sisters. Through seasons of grit and grace, good years and hard ones, that brand endured. And today, I get to carry it forward.

What many don’t know is that my mama was a photographer too. A proud Canon girl, long before digital. I can still hear the sharp click of her shutter, the soft mechanical hum as her lens found focus. I remember the way her worn blue-and-brown camera bag would appear at first days of school, family gatherings, and quiet ā€œjust becauseā€ moments.

She captured everything on film, carefully, intentionally, preserving pieces of us we didn’t yet know would mean so much.

All these years later, I never expected to become a photographer myself. But somehow, it feels like it was always written into the brand.

I share her love for baby animals and sunrise coffee. Her creative eye. Her curly hair. Her appreciation for the in-between moments. And now, I carry her brand, a piece of her, into every session I shoot.

Lazy S 3 isn’t just my photography brand.
It’s resilience. It’s a legacy.
It’s my mama.

And it’s my honor to continue the story. šŸ¤

The back story of the Lazy S 3 Brand felt fitting to share on the anniversary of my Mama's passing. šŸ¤ So grateful for this brand, irs story, and all of you who trust me behind the lens to capture your legacies!

Tonight isn’t just a game. It’s a chapter closing. One night. One jersey. A lifetime of memories.Senior Night hits diffe...
02/07/2026

Tonight isn’t just a game. It’s a chapter closing. One night. One jersey. A lifetime of memories.

Senior Night hits different.
The last home court. The last pre-game huddle. The last time hearing your name echo through this gym.

It’s not about stats or scoreboards, it’s about the kid who grew up here, the parents who never missed a cheer, and the quiet realization that the ā€œlastsā€ have finally arrived.

This season was built on early mornings, sore legs, bus rides, and a whole lot of heart. It was built on teammates who became family, and parents who held on tight every step of the way.

To every senior in a Bulldog jersey — you didn’t just play the game, you became part of the story.šŸ¤

Seniors, don’t let this moment fade.
Class of 2026 & 2027 — your turn is coming.
Mama’s, hold on tight — these chapters fly by.
Now booking senior sessions to capture the story behind the jersey. šŸ€šŸ“ø





12/31/2025

From firsts to forevers… 2025 was unforgettable.

Thank you for trusting Lazy S 3 Photography with your memories, your milestones, and your loved ones.

2026… I’m ready. Are you? šŸ¤

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There’s something truly magical about a big family gathered together.Cousins chasing each other, siblings sharing laught...
12/08/2025

There’s something truly magical about a big family gathered together.

Cousins chasing each other, siblings sharing laughter, parents watching it all with pride. Moments like these are full of chaos, giggles, hugs, and connection. It’s the kind of joy that makes your heart full just watching it unfold.

Capturing this extended family reminded me how special it is to press pause on life and freeze these stages before they pass. These photos will be the memories they return to again and again, the laughter, the little quirks, the love that runs deep across generations.

If your family has been growing, changing, or just feels too big to get everyone in one place, consider this your reminder: the moments you capture today are the treasures you’ll hold onto forever. Let’s make them last. ā¤ļø


If a wedding could feel like a warm hug, this one would be it ā¤ļøFrom the first look to the last laugh, this day was pure...
11/22/2025

If a wedding could feel like a warm hug, this one would be it ā¤ļø

From the first look to the last laugh, this day was pure magic. Their love is gentle, steadfast, and so incredibly true. The kind that lifts everyone around them. Families hugged, friends cheered, and every single moment radiated warmth and joy.

And yes… there were epic moments too...the boys raising their cans for a perfect cheers shot (lying flat on my back never felt so worth it šŸ˜‚), and the groom flying high into the air, carried by his friends’ laughter.

This wedding reminds me why I do what I do: capturing love that’s real, raw, and unforgettable.

šŸ’Œ Couples planning their 2026 wedding: let’s make your love story just as vibrant, joyful, and unforgettable. DM me to chat about your date!

Cozy, simple, nostalgic.... This little holiday setup is ready to make some magic ✨ Can't wait to see everyone for Holid...
11/20/2025

Cozy, simple, nostalgic.... This little holiday setup is ready to make some magic ✨
Can't wait to see everyone for Holiday Minis this weekend! šŸ¤©šŸŒ²āœØļø

Holiday Minis are HERE šŸŽ„āœØNestled right in the evergreens of Cashmere, these Holiday Mini's are simple, natural and timel...
11/07/2025

Holiday Minis are HERE šŸŽ„āœØ
Nestled right in the evergreens of Cashmere, these Holiday Mini's are simple, natural and timeless.

•20 minutes
•$150
•Fully edited digital gallery
•Style guide

Perfect for couples, families, and those "we really should update our photos" moments.

šŸ“… Saturday, Nov 22
Limited spots — message to book šŸ¤

Currently surviving on caffeine and camera batteries 🫣In the thick of peak season, and have SO many sessions to share!!!...
10/28/2025

Currently surviving on caffeine and camera batteries 🫣

In the thick of peak season, and have SO many sessions to share!!!
Haven’t posted much, but here’s a cute fam soaking up the last golden glow of summer since we are now into sweater weather šŸ‚āœØ

šŸ“… Sneak peek at what’s next: Holiday Minis drop soon — stay tuned!!!šŸŒ²ā„ļøā¤ļø

There’s something special about coming back to where it all began.The wraparound porch, the barn quilts, the same golden...
10/16/2025

There’s something special about coming back to where it all began.
The wraparound porch, the barn quilts, the same golden light — all part of the story that shaped her.

This is more than a senior session… it’s a love letter to home. šŸ¤

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There’s something magical about this season of life, the in-between of who you were and who you’re becoming. Like wildfl...
10/05/2025

There’s something magical about this season of life, the in-between of who you were and who you’re becoming. Like wildflowers, seniors are proof that growth takes time, light, and a little faith. šŸŒžšŸ’

This season is all aboutĀ blooming... embracing change, celebrating confidence, and stepping into the next chapter with grace and color.

Here’s to the class of 2025 — growing, glowing, and chasing every bit of sunshine that finds them. 🌻✨

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When love feels this natural, this alive… you can’t help but get swept away. ✨These two radiate the kind of love that ma...
09/30/2025

When love feels this natural, this alive… you can’t help but get swept away. ✨

These two radiate the kind of love that makes you want to fall in love all over again. Just wait until you see the full story from this intimate day. šŸ’šŸ”ļøšŸ’•

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