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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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November 16, 2014

I always LOVE meeting new families — especially when they include an adorable puppy too! :) The Busolds were no exception — we had so much fun playing in the leaves & adventuring across my favorite field despite the chilly chilly weather! James, Grace, & Caroline were so great, and especially loved dog-piling on MJ at […]

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October 23, 2014

Oh my goodness, this family is just one of my favorites!!! I LOVE arriving to sessions & being immediately greeted with big hugs and excited smiles — it is what makes this job!!! Plus, when you get to photograph these two cuties & their brother….life just doesn’t get much better :) Enjoy!!!Haha this is probably one […]

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October 22, 2014

Oh, Lucy :) I had an absolute BLAST running around Ohio City with this crazy chica — she was SO excited & had so many pose suggestions for me along the way too! :) You know a session has been a success when you get a text from Mom saying that her used-to-want-nothing-to-do-with-pictures kiddo was taking […]

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October 20, 2014

Love this family so much :) I was so excited when Antonia suggested doing a fall shoot with a more urban feel — it’s the perfect fit for them! Nate & Layla were full of energy & pizzaz for the entire 30 minutes, and I was so so happy to see all the FUN we […]

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October 20, 2014

Hey hey hey, and happy MONDAY! Today, I am so so excited to share some of my favorites from the Ackley’s mini session with you!!! Brooke & I are #instie friends, and I had been looking forward to meeting her & her cute family ever since she commented on my post. Brooke & Freeland’s kiddos […]

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