After waiting out two rainstorms, we were finally able to do Samantha’s (aka Sam) photo shoot. The very first thing I noticed upon meeting Sam was her angelic glowing skin. It’s seriously perfection. Of course, right after that was her amazing curly hair, but it didn’t take long to notice what a beautiful personality Sam has as well. She is such a poised young woman with an ease and grace about her. (Chandler and Rachel, don’t you totally agree!?)

I wasn’t sure if Sam was going out of town for Labor Day weekend, so I’m going to keep my words to a minimum so I can get her blog post up quickly before the long holiday weekend begins and she possibly ventures away from her computer.

My very favorite photo goes first. Sam, you look so fresh and beautiful here. Perfect smile.

I love how her eyes just grab you in this next photo.

When she showed up with that jacket from J.Crew’s fall line I did a little happy dance inside because I knew it would look gorgeous in her photos. Sam, it’s perfect on you.

One of the awesome things about Sam was she was SUCH an avid blog reader that she knew every past senior I had photographed, even down to quoting my blog word for word. WOW. I was impressed!

LOVE the energy in these photos. Her skin is extra glowy here and has just the perfect hint of rosiness.

I had to include this image because I think her expression is so “high fashion” here. Love how this photo shows off her awesome cheek bones.

Sam, you were an absolute delight to spend the afternoon with (two afternoons actually!) and It’s been so much fun chatting with you throughout this whole process. I’m excited to hear all the amazing things you do in the years ahead. Take care and keep in touch!

Hope you enjoy your slideshow, it has music written by my husband, John.

Here’s a funny little shot with that famous cat who wanted to be in the shoot and my reflection in the window. (Jeez, I’m so not poised or graceful at all when I shoot!)