SJD Photography

“Sam did a wonderful job capturing our special day. We received our pictures while we were on our honeymoon and we both cried happy tears looking over the photos. The photos he took reflected the magic of that day. We didn’t have a template to follow or practiced poses. Sam captured in-the-moment photos and had several poses for us to try. They all looked so natural and it didn't look like we were “trying”. He made sure we had those special pictures with family and he was able to get the best pictures of us when it was just me and my husband caught up in the moment and not aware that anyone was around. The quality, the looks of the photos, it was better than anything I could have asked for. He also was very kind and easy to work with. He came prepared and was constantly ready. We didn’t have to question when our photos would be done. He did very well with communicating with us. He did an incredible job from start to finish."

“Sam is the absolute sweetest and best photographer. He comes ready with poses and scopes out the scene beforehand. I have used him on numerous occasions and would recommend him to anyone.”

“Sam is an outstanding photographer. We could not have been more pleased. I was impressed that for both weddings he came to the venue early to scope out the best backdrops. His use of flattering lighting is phenomenal. Very professional and friendly to work with. I highly recommend him.”

“Samuel Doejaaren graciously took our engagement photos. His talents cannot be overstated—he researched our chosen park for areas that would maximize lighting and prepared poses that accurately captured my husband’s and my relationship. He was relaxed and flexible with our preferences during the photo session. But most of all, the photos are gorgeous! They are my favorite photos still to this day! The color contrasts, lighting, and scenery are so beautiful! Thank you, Sam! I highly recommend him!”

“Sam does a great job taking your vision and putting his professional spin on it. Our family photos came out awesome!”

“Sam was so much fun to work with! He’s easygoing yet maintains a professional attitude.”

“Sam did a great job creating marketing videos and headshots that I can use. His photos are on the back of all my books and all"

"I first met Sam when he took headshots for my acting resume. He was extremely professional with booking the studio and throughout the whole process. He is well experienced and the photos came out amazing. I have had the honor to work with him not only in the studio but also in films. His work ethic shows extreme passion. He is an amazing person filled with charisma and love and it shows in the art he creates."

"When you have a son who would rather do just about anything other than spend an afternoon in various attire getting his picture made, you call Sam! He was amazing! He met my son exactly where he was, asked him what he liked (his truck, baseball, his letter jacket) and he incorporated it all. He didn't try to have him be something he wasn't and those were exactly the type of pictures I wanted. These pictures - my son on the tailgate of his truck or the picture from behind him looking out to the ballfield from the dugout, will always be some of my favorites."