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I'm Sami, an Indianapolis newborn & wedding photographer. This sweet space is home to many of my newborn sessions, weddings, and family sessions - as well
as personal posts about motherhood +
the pursuit of a life well-lived.
I'm so glad to have you here! 

Welcome to my little corner of the internet! This sweet space is home to many of my newborn sessions, weddings, and family sessions - as well as personal posts about motherhood + the pursuit of a life well-lived. I'm so glad to have you here!

I'm Sami Orndorff, a wife, mom, and Indianapolis photographer in love with capturing joy & celebrating your season.

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March 16, 2020

I was thinking of everyone who is now facing a totally different work schedule than normal and thought I could share some favorite tips and tricks I’ve learned over the years! I know this is such a minor thing in light of everything we’re facing…but having a positive work environment makes a huge emotional/mental difference […]

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March 12, 2020

Last week on the blog, I shared four of my top reasons to consider a first look: you get to enjoy the surprise of seeing each other freely, you’re able to extend the amount of time you spend together on your wedding day, you can enjoy your cocktail hour, and it truly doesn’t ruin or […]

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March 5, 2020

One of my favorite things about being a wedding photographer is my ability to help guide and assist my brides and grooms as they plan their day. Being a part of so many wedding celebrations has given me a unique perspective on the ebb and flow of a wedding day: what helps, what works, and […]

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February 28, 2020

Hey, hey, hey, and happy Friday!!! I am currently sitting on my couch, downing a Havanna Cappuccino a la Della Leva (the cutest coffee shop off 106th & 69), and eagerly looking forward to a fun weekend with a bonus day! Does anyone else just love Leap Day?! Something about it is so fun to […]

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February 25, 2020

I met the Matchett family this past fall for the very first time and fell in love with the joy and love they share! So, when Amanda reached out to me about lifestyle newborn photos for their newest daughter a few months later, I couldn’t have been more thrilled. Getting to see Jack as a […]

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Sami Orndorff is a Wedding Photographer & Lifestyle Newborn Photographer located in the greater Indianapolis area.