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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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January 22, 2020

I can’t believe Eliana is ONE! I always love getting to photograph my families throughout the different seasons of life — and somehow this little girl is no longer a newborn and is now a whole year into her wonderful life! I love that Rosanna opted for another in-home session to document Eliana’s first birthday. […]

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September 10, 2019

I am so excited to offer Indianapolis fall mini sessions again this year! Last year’s locations were such a success, so we’re keeping things simple and sticking with ’em! Fall 2019 Mini Sessions: Date #1: Thursday, Oct 24th at The Historic Ambassador House in Fishers, IN starting at 5:00pm Date #2: Saturday, Nov 2nd at […]

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September 18, 2018

Wow! I feel like it’s been forever since I’ve shared a maternity session on the blog! I couldn’t pass up blogging these images though — I mean, HELLO! Isn’t Kristy the most gorgeous pregnant momma you’ve ever seen?! I was so happy when she got in touch with me for these photos. The Ripanis live […]

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June 14, 2017

I am SO excited to share Stephanie & Derek’s maternity session with you this afternoon! We met at Holcomb Gardens — a gorgeous retreat in the middle of Butler University’s campus — on the most beautiful summer evening yet. Thankfully it was nowhere near as hot as this week! Phew! This was the third time […]

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June 8, 2017

We couldn’t have wished for a better night for Jude’s six month session at the Avon Town Hall Park! Other than Allison’s Facebook and Insta posts, this was the first time I had seen Mr. Jude since his newborn session, and I couldn’t believe just how big he had gotten! Jude has the best blue eyes & […]

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