A woman in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet of colorful flowers, standing outdoors among green bushes and trees.

A couple in wedding attire leaning on a wooden railing, gazing at each other during sunset.

BOOKING 27 / 28

HUDSON VALLEY / CATSKILLS / ALBANY AREA / BERKSHIRES

HUDSON VALLEY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER NEW YORK

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY FOR COUPLES WHO WOULD RATHER LIVE IT THAN FAKE IT.

01. HOW I ROLL  →

Rooted in atmosphere and guided by emotion, Samantha June captures weddings through a lens that balances cinematic beauty with relaxed, deeply personal moments.

Bride in a flowing gown walking alone through a golden field near Rhinebeck at dusk.

Pale yellow wedding shoes resting in the sand as the couple walks away holding a white bouquet.

I believe your wedding photography should feel easy, relaxed and completely natural.

With years of experience documenting weddings and celebrations around the world, I guide my couples through the process with calm support, thoughtful recommendations and a collaborative approach tailored entirely to them.

My goal is simple: to create imagery that feels beautiful, effortless and emotionally honest, while giving you the freedom to fully enjoy the experience knowing nothing meaningful will be missed.

Let your day unfold naturally.
I'll document it with wild curiosity.

If this feels aligned, let's talk.

A Father tears up and hugs his Bride daughter after seeing her for the first time at her wedding.

Hudson Valley wedding photographer in New York, available for weddings across the Catskills, the Berkshires, Albany area + more.

Bride sharing a tender moment with her grandmother at an outdoor wedding reception.

"I PUT OFF WRITING THIS REVIEW BECAUSE I KNEW I’D GET TOO EMOTIONAL…

Sam is SO MUCH MORE than just a photographer. She is so chill and down to earth, she got along with everyone, and she was actually fun to have around all day... she isn't about overly posed photos, but instead finds real emotion. I can't imagine what our wedding day would have been without her.

-ALIANA + MATT

PUBLISHED IN

"As Seen On Maharani Weddings" badge in grayscale with lace design background.

A bride in a wedding dress with a veil, standing outdoors in a natural setting during dusk.

A same-sex wedding couple standing on stone steps outdoors in a wooded area. The couple is dressed formally, with one in a black tuxedo and the other in a white wedding gown holding a bouquet. The scene is lit by natural sunlight filtering through the trees.

Six women in evening dresses standing together outdoors with stone building and red umbrella in the background, smiling and posing for a photo.

Couple in silhouette about to kiss on a stone path as colorful laser beams and smoke glow behind a vintage camper van.

Bride is bathed in golden light as she plays with her veil during Wallkill wedding.

Blush linen napkin tied with greenery on a white plate beside baby's breath in an amber vase on a rustic wooden table.

Two grooms in blue suits sharing a kiss on a small wooden footbridge framed by evergreen branches.

Bride in sheer puffed sleeves adjusting her wrist in dappled autumn light near Kingston.

A couple in wedding attire standing close in a wooded forest during sunset, gazing at each other.

Groom smiling as an older gentleman ruffles his hair while a woman beside him holds a sparkler at a barn reception.

Bride laughing with a drink in hand beside a friend mid-laugh at an outdoor reception, shown in black and white.

Bride lifting her gown as she steps down a wooden staircase in a quiet home before the ceremony.

A woman in a white dress sitting on stairs inside a wooden-paneled room, looking upward with a smile, illuminated by soft natural light.

A woman in a white dress stands on a small bridge over a creek, surrounded by dense greenery and trees, under a clear blue sky.

A bride and groom kiss under a decorated wedding arch outdoors on a sunny day, with a judge or officiant watching nearby.

Flower girl and a young boy racing across the lawn toward a string-lit reception tent in black and white.

Bride spinning in a tulle skirt beneath glowing string lights in a dark garden, captured with soft motion blur.

02. THE EXPERIENCE →

Bride in a long veil tears up while looking at her partner during an outdoor ceremony, shown in black and white.

Man in a gray suit and blue bow tie watching the ceremony with a tear on his cheek.

GUIDING YOU THROUGH THE PROCESS

Most couples have never planned a wedding before, and you’re not expected to know exactly how everything should look or flow before reaching out to me. I’m here to make the experience feel calmer, simpler and far less overwhelming.

From timeline guidance and lighting suggestions to helping create natural space throughout the day, I use over a decade of experience to help everything feel effortless and enjoyable. My aim is to take as much pressure off your shoulders as possible so you can focus on what actually matters, being present and enjoying the excitement of it all.

MY APPROACH

A wedding couple, with the bride in a white gown with sheer sleeves and the groom in a black tuxedo with a bow tie, embracing outdoors with trees in the background. The bride holds a bouquet of flowers.

A couple dancing at a wedding reception with tables and chairs in the background, and people watching from a balcony above.

One of the things I hear most often is how easy and enjoyable the experience feels once the day begins. I know being photographed can feel intimidating at first, which is why I focus on creating a relaxed environment where nothing feels overly posed or forced.

Every couple is different, so I naturally adapt my approach depending on how much guidance or direction feels comfortable to you. My goal is always the same, to help you feel present, comfortable and genuinely able to enjoy the day.

04. PORTFOLIO  →

Take a tour through my Portfolio…

Bride in a satin gown with a draped sleeve smiling down in warm backlight with a lake behind her.

WEDDINGS

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ENGAGEMENTS

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THE BLOG

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Close-up of a bride in a white lace wedding dress embracing a groom, with only part of his face and hand visible.

A great image is not just about what it looks like…
it’s about what it feels like.

05. BLOG →

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FEATURED STORIES

Two brides dancing with their arms raised and big smiles beneath string lights in a reception tent.

KELSEY + PERRY

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HUDSON VALLEY WEDDING at BLOOMING HILL FARM

Bride and groom gazing at each other in a forest as sunlight filters through tall trees above glowing string lights.

LISA + ANDREW

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NEW YORK WEDDING in THE CATSKILLS

A woman in a wedding dress and a man in a tuxedo walking outside at night, illuminated by a streetlamp, with a dark blue sky and falling rain.

BRITT + DOUG

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HUDSON VALLEY WEDDING at THE GREENHOUSES

Bride and groom embrace outdoors in wedding attire, with greenery background.

ERICA + JARED

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HUDSON VALLEY WEDDING at THE VINEYARD

A woman in a wedding dress holding a veil outdoors by a body of water, with trees and a cloudy sky in the background.

BOOK HER. BEST DECISION EVER!!!

Sam was the best person we could’ve had alongside us during our special day. Her business sense, efficiency, direction, artistic vision, and her impeccable energy - 1000/10. I am convinced she is the best photographer and WOMAN in the world. Don't second guess booking her for even a second!!!!

-LIZ + CHRISTIAN

THE EXPERIENCE + PRICING

Bride and groom kissing on a sunlit path lined with trees at golden hour.

LIGHT IS MY HOMEGIRL.