Northwest Indiana Photographer, Valparaiso Photographer – Samantha Uphold Photography » Northwest Indiana Photographer, Porter County Photographer, Valparaiso Photographer, Newborn Photography, Child Photography, Family Photography, Senior Photography

Last Friday, I had the pleasure of meeting and photographing little Jillian.  Let me tell you, this precious little girl is SO LOVED.  She is welcomed into the world by Mom, Dad, and 3 older brothers.  Her older brothers were so sweet and loving toward her – even the 16 year old just came in for a few minutes while mom was feeding her and smiled at her so sweetly it melted my heart.  I am very excited for the family to see all of the images.  Thank you for welcoming me into your home and choosing me to capture this special time in your life. 

Hahaha…..I love baby outtakes.  Her big brothers were so very gentle and loving toward her, but with three of them there are is no doubt in my mind that there will be some rambunctious times in her future.  Looks like baby girl is prepared. 

Look at that HAIR!!!  ::swoon::

AYKM with this nursery!?!?!?!  The light was so gorgeous, the room was so impeccably decorated.

I love shots like this where they look like they are still all smooshed up in the womb.

And those EYES!!!!!!!!  :::swoon::: x2

Seriously?  Love.

Happy Father’s Day Eddie!

It was so fun to see this family and photograph them at the beach last week.  I went to school with both Mom and Dad and haven’t seen them for quite some time.  They have such adorable little boys that were a blast to photograph playing together.  And, I *loved* the way mom coordinated the colors of their outfits.  It is a perfect example of how you don’t have to be all “matchy” for family photos.  Combining different colors and patterns can work – and I loved the way the colors of their clothes pop against the beach backdrop!!   Thanks for a great evening, K Family!

What a precious addition to this wonderful family!!! I had such a fantastic time with these guys, and I just *adore* mom.  We had to break up the session into two parts, and the second day I arrived at her house she had  SATC on in the living room where we were shooting. If you know me at ALL, you know that was probably the most fantastic surprise – ever.  :)  Kayden was sleeping peacefully, we were chatting away while I was snapping photographs, and Carrie Bradshaw was on in the background.

::swoon::  :)

You know how you meet people and you just click with them?  Yep – she was great AND she took one look at my very chipped, darn it, I KNEW I shoulda polished my nails before I left nail polish and exclaimed, “Pompeii Purple!!”.  We both ONLY wear that color.  It’s the best OPI color, just in case you are looking for one that is simply fantastic.  Maria – you are the best!!  Thanks to you and your family for a wonderful session.  I can’t wait for you to see the rest!!

If you are a blog follower, you know things have been beyond crazy in my life lately.  I am VERY happy to report things are settling down.  I just finished my second treatment of chemo, and am finding that I am handling the treatments quite well.  When I ran my usual special earlier this year (which is generally only run once a  year), I was sideswiped by some scary health news and actually had to turn clients away for fear I wouldn’t be able to keep on schedule with the uncertainty of what was to come.  Sooooo….in that case I am running the special AGAIN!!    This is the *perfect* time to purchase the session fee for your yearly summer or fall sessions which are perfect for holiday gifts and Christmas cards, to get your 2011 Senior photographs, or to buy that special someone an amazing gift for a shower or just because.  Due to dealing with cancer, I will be taking a limited # of sessions this summer and fall, so please book now to ensure that your session gets on the books!!  219.405.5117  or samantha@samanthauphold.com

Purchase a standard session for $175 and receive a complimentary $100 gift certificate for prints or products. Offer good through 6/5/10.

And, here is my KHS Senior Model……Wow.  She is STUNNING. 

Kouts Seniors – contact me for a special I am running JUST FOR YOU!!