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cactus + pines
photography

DOCUMENTING FAMILIES + NEWBORNS WITH PRIVACY IN MIND

| based in castle rock, colorado + beyond |

A natural light photographer based in Castle Rock, Colorado  and surrounding areas. My weakness are images that tell a story - your story. During your session, we can go anywhere, even your home. You love fishing? Let's go. Hiking? I'll grab my boots. Have a farm? Sounds like a dream. Staying cozy on your couch? Yes, please. Whatever it is, I want to tell your story & this time in your lives.

WELCOME

about me

I'm a wife, a mother to two beautiful girls, a photographer, and a homemaker. You can usually find me baking or enjoying the sun either camping, fishing, hiking, or paddle boarding when I don't have my camera in hand. We are originally from Mesa, Arizona before finding our dream home - a little cabin in the woods near Castle Rock, Colorado where we raise our daughters to be feral little things.

about me

my work

-Savannah

From the beginning Sam was easy to communicate with and provided all the details, tips, and information we needed. She was so personable and kind. She made the entire experience extremely comfortable and easy. We got our sneak peeks within a day and we are in love with the photos. I cannot recommend her enough! We will use her for any future picture needs!

-Gaby

Sam did an amazing job directing us, communicating, and making us feel comfortable in front of the camera. she captured us wonderfully and now we have beautiful pictures to look back on and remember.

-Krystie

Sam is absolutely wonderful! Professional, talented, flexible, creative and overall sweet and kind to work with. She has photographed many different sessions for myself and my family over the years - I will continue to use her and recommend her to others.

- elizabeth

Sam was incredible for our photos! Very easy and quick to communicate, adapted to changes in desired location for our shoot, and made us feel as comfortable as possible while photographing.

- amanda

I have done many different shoots with Sam and every time they are amazing! She listens to what my inspiration for the pictures are, and then takes the time to research and add to the ideas before shooting. She is fun and easy to work with during- will guide you as much or as little as you want

timeless

adventure

homegrown

film / video

all packages include all final edited images, access code to Style & Select, wardrobe assistance, session time of about an hour, and sneak peeks within 2 business days.

$300 retainer to book, remainder due prior to session

**Maternity & Newborns booked at the same time will receive $150 off.


Perfect for the families, ,maternity, and newborns that want to capture their everyday life. Let's romanticize those "mundane" moments, because let's be honest - those moments are actually so special and worth remembering. We'll come up with a few activities to do while I am there, and let the kids lead. For newborns, we'll still go around your home and capture the sweet moments like playing with their tiny hands and feet, squishing those lovable chunky cheeks, and cuddling for those contact naps. I will also still take some posed, smiling at the camera images for you to utilize as well!
$1000

This package is for the families, maternity, and newborns wanting to go out on an adventure! We'll coordinate and work together for the perfect location that will help tell your story. We can go into the mountains, stay in the foothills, take a walk downtown, go to a park, and play some games. I will send a list of locations I am familiar with, but I am always down to go somewhere new!
Denver Area - $1000 | Mountains - $1300+

Studio locations are for you if you'd like to get some timeless, classic photos....and you don't want to clean your house up postpartum, trust me, I get it! I'll send a list of studios that are available for the date booked. If there's a specific studio wanted, we can schedule a date based on the studios availability. 
$1000

The sweetest way to capture your family in time. Those little giggles, a handwritten letter for them to always cherish, those messy feet running around your house, the toys taking up space, ice cream out on the porch, feeding your animals. A 3 minute video will be included along with a licensed song for you to post anywhere and a planning call to go over what to expect. Along with a 3 minute video, you will receive 20 digital images.
$1200

Homegrown

In and around your home

$700 / weekday - $800 / weekend

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This package is perfect for the families and newborns that want to capture their everyday life. Let's romanticize those "mundane" moments, because let's be honest - those moments are actually so special and worth remembering. We can do whatever your family wants, and we'll let the kids lead. For newborns, we'll still go around your home and capture the sweet moments like playing with their tiny hands and feet, squishing those lovable chunky cheeks, and cuddling for those contact naps. I will still take some posed, smiling at the camera images for you to utilize as well!

This package is perfect for the families and newborns wanting to go out on an adventure! We'll coordinate and work together on the perfect location that will help tell your story. We can go into the mountains, stay in the foothills, take a walk downtown, go to a park, whatever 

package 2

Scenic

$800

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package 2

scenic

$800

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package 3

Team pics

$1100

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package 3

team pics

$1100

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