for the tender, unguarded, and wildly in love
for the wildly in love
FOR THE WILDLY IN LOVE
Timeless Images woven with heart and vision
My work is truly about capturing the joy of life through my love of art! I believe that every moment can be picture perfect when you are fully immersed in it. Book a session and allow me to help capture your love story.
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welcome friend, i'm samantha jo
Based in South Padre Island, Tx, I'm a lifelong local of the Laguna Madre where I continue to reside with my husband & children! We enjoy the area for it's gorgeous coastal atmosphere, extravagant culture, and the proximity to our family and lifelong friends. I have always found joy in the small and simple details of life and am blessed to have the opportunity to share and capture them with you through photography!
Testimonials
"We absolutely loved our photos!!! Samantha was very responsive, informative, punctual and flexible with our requests. She worked awesome with our 2 little ones and edited our photos with a naturally enhanced appearance that flattered everyone. We got a great mix of posed photos and candid ones. I highly recommend her for your beach session"
Malorie de la cruz
"Sammy is an incredibly talented photographer! Recently, we had a couples photoshoots with her and we were blown away by the quality of her work. Sammy was very helpful in guiding us through some poses that we felt comfortable with. She even had some visual aids to help us pose and get the perfect shot. Sammy was always open to our ideas and suggestions, which made the experience even better. If you're ever looking for a photographer, Sammy is the one to book! You'll receive unforgettable photos that you'll cherish for a lifetime"
Kiersten & Corbin
"We absolutely love our family photos! It’s been a long time since we’ve had professional pictures taken, and Samantha truly made the experience special. She is so passionate and knowledgeable about her work, and it really shows in the results. These photos will be forever cherished and held close to our hearts. Thank you, Across the Causeway Photography!"
regina cisneros
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Andrea & Lucas
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FAQ
Where are you located, and where do your sessions take place?
I am a resident of the Laguna Madre area in South Texas! Most of my sessions take place between the beaches of South Padre Island and the surrounding coastal cities. These include, but are not limited to, Port Isabel, Laguna Vista, Los Fresnos, Bayview, Brownsville, and Harlingen. If you have a special location in mind, lets chat! Otherwise, I'm happy to provide recommendations. (I do have a travel fee for sessions outside of South Padre Island, Port Isabel, Laguna Vista, Bayview, or Los Fresnos)
How should we dress for our session?
When you book with me, you will receive my personalized style guide! This is so helpful when trying to decide what to wear, where to choose for our location and more! I'm a neutral lover (think brown, beige, white, cream, and terracotta) These colors are lovely, easy to mix and match, and make for timeless photos. These are just suggestions, and YOU should wear whatever makes you feel amazing!
How many pictures will we receive?
Each Session Package is different, offering a variety to fit your specific needs. I often offer an upgrade option for additional photos for a set price per photo once your gallery is delivered.
When will I RECEIVE my photos?
I know you're just as anxious to see your photos as I am to share them with you! For that reason, with every photo package, you will receive a single sneak peek photo within 48 hours of our session! For your full gallery my typical turnaround time is 3 weeks or less. I do offer an upgraded (faster) turnaround for a fee.
I've never had PROFESSIONAL photos done before, and may need help posing?
Thats my job, I've got you covered! All you need is to show up and enjoy the session with your loved one(s). I will walk you through a short, posed portion of our session and will provide fun prompts to keep everyone smiling for the rest!
Do you offer newborn sessions?
I try to keep a close eye on the weather for our session date and will stay in touch as the day gets closer if it's looking rough. If we do need to reschedule, I will be as flexible as possible to accommodate your chosen day, and ask that you do the same! Once we have chosen a new date, no need to do anything else, your deposit covers a postponed session date.
Do you require a deposit?
I do require a 50% retainer fee on all packages, due at booking. This fee is non-refundable but applies towards your total session balance. The remaining 50% is due the day before our session.
DO YOU OFFER NEWBORN SESSIONS?
I try to keep a close eye on the weather for our session date and will stay in touch as the day gets closer if its looking rough. If we do need to reschedule, I will be as flexible as possible to accommodate your chosen day, and ask that you do the same! Once we have chosen a new date, no need to do anything else, your deposit covers a postponed session date.
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