I recently had the pleasure of shooting an engagement session at one of the most iconic and beautiful locations in Washington, D.C.—the Library of Congress. This place is a dream for photographers, with its stunning architecture, intricate details, and rich history. It’s the perfect backdrop for an engagement shoot that’s both elegant and timeless. I […]

Behind the Scenes of an Engagement Shoot at the Library of Congress

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Hey everyone! I’m super excited to share a special proposal shoot I did in Washington, DC. Using the Canon R6, I captured some beautiful and emotional moments. Let’s dive into the behind-the-scenes: Setting the Scene I was out in DC, ready to photograph a surprise proposal. The excitement was real, and I couldn’t wait to […]

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Embracing the Challenges and Joys of the Wedding Photography Industry Being a wedding photographer is a uniquely challenging and rewarding profession. It’s an industry filled with extreme joy and fulfillment, but also one that can bring about extreme rejection and emotional highs and lows. Meeting amazing couples and capturing their special moments can be incredibly […]

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The YouTube Channel is Back: An Exciting New Chapter Hey there wedding photographers! I am thrilled to announce that YouTube channel is back, and I can’t wait to take you on this exciting journey with me. In this post, I’ll share some personal updates, insights from the off-season, and valuable lessons I’ve learned. Let’s dive […]

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In this Youtube video I wanted to do a fun Thrift Store Wedding Flay Lay Challenge! We are going to my local thrift store to create a flat layout of things we can find only today inside the thrift store. This means stationary, the background, any trinkets, all of the styling props, and all the […]

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From Computer Science Student to Full Time Wedding Photographer, this is my photography story. I’m Samia, I’m a wedding photographer, and I discovered wedding photography kind of by accident. I was already in college studying computer science, committed to a degree. I never really thought of myself as an entrepreneur, I had been photographing lots […]

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As a wedding photographer, I’ve faced my fair share of challenges on the big day, and today I want to talk specifically bout the challenges with wedding flat Lay photography. In this blog post, I want to take you on a journey through the specific hurdles I’ve encountered in wedding flat lay photography and share […]

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In today’s Youtube video, I’m sharing a curated collection of inspiring wedding flay lay photography. I feel looking at these photos has opened up new possibilities in terms of composition, styling, tools, lighting, florals, and more. The Power of Inspiration: As a wedding photographer, I believe in the importance of staying inspired, creating art from […]

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Embarking on the journey of a full-time wedding and portrait photographer is no small feat. In my recent YouTube video, I aim to provide you with a glimpse into the daily hustle and excitement that comes with this profession. From the moment I open my eyes to the last click of the camera, join me […]

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