I love photography, knitting and cooking.

I have one crazy kid and an even crazier dog.

I am a homeschooling mom.

I own my own landscape design business, which is patiently waiting for the economy to recover.........

I love taking pictures, just wish I had more time to do it. I'm always seeking inspiration and improvement. Flickr has been such a wonderful find and inspiration for me. I have made so many wonderful friends, and have been blown away by the talent that I've seen. I get just as excited looking at everyone else's pictures as I do when someone looks at mine.


View my photos at bighugelabs.com


swesselhoft - View my most interesting photos on Flickriver

Photos of (sam I am) (207)

  • keeping me company by kirstinmckee
  • In love with light..... by 6ftmama
  • tilt ~ hello march by kristin~mainemomma
  • TILT: Earth without art is just eh. by beauty_goodness_truth
  • by msjunior Check out my galleries
  • things i ♥ thursdays ~ exquisite light by jamie {74}
  • TILT: Life, Nature, Love, Peace by beauty_goodness_truth
  • thank you. xxx by kirstinmckee
  • TILT: So Much to Love by beauty_goodness_truth
  • tilt ~ i almost forgot it was thursday. by kristin~mainemomma
  • Your winters by Véronine
  • tilt ~ winter comfort by kristin~mainemomma
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(sam I am)'s favorite photos from other Flickr members (8,171)

  • little red dude by red *
  • by sassysmoore *sarah*
  • one, two, three... by heavenly~flower
  • keeping me company by kirstinmckee
  • Today it's all about Pink! by msjunior Check out my galleries
  • Untitled by leanne829.
  • monday. by tumbleweed.in.eden
  • Lets go for a little walk.... by Kay Maguire Photography
  • A mother takes her daughter's hand and wonders if anything could ever be better than this day. by Lynda Murtha ~
  • “Put “eat chocolate” at the top of your list of things to do today. That way, at least you’ll get one thing done.” by stjernesol
  • 70/365~ March 10 - theme "loud" by rachel.plowman
  • Metro. by rachel.plowman
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    leanne829. says:

    "Sam is such a creative photographer! I always look forward to seeing her work, especially her signature shallow dof food shots. The thing I love most about her pictures is how she brings beauty to things you wouldn't consider beautiful (snakes, spiders, pigs, oh my!). Thanks Sam, for sharing your visions and humor with us! I consider myself lucky to have found a flickr friend like you!"

    3rd November, 2010

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    tumbleweed.in.eden says:

    "Sam I am has one of the most inspiring photostreams on flickr. sam is the *master* of taking the most simple things and making them profound. Sam's an expert at shallow dof as well and, unlike others, uses it carefully, thoughtfully, and appropriately. Visiting her stream is like a good sip of tea or coffee; a visit here helps to slow down time, taking a moment out to appreciate the little things. She is also a kind contact, and took time to answer a few questions I had very thoughtfully. I continue to look forward to her photos for inspiration and moments of awe!"

    3rd November, 2010

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    BeliM says:

    "Sam my friend :)

    Sam is one of my nearest and dearest contacts and friends here on Flickr.
    I love her images and respect her skills as a photographer and artist. She has an eye for composition and design that makes me say ooohhhh a lot ! She inspires me and drives me to better.
    I could sit and look through her stream and find something new to love every day!
    Thanks Sam for sharing your work with the world and I look forward to the day we can sit , chat , click and talk about the 80 degree weather under a palm tree!"

    14th February, 2010

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    Rivendell♥Photography says:

    "One day while browsing around Flickr I stumbled upon a photo of Sam's that was so intriguing I had to see more. Sam had taken an extremely low perspective road shot and commented about needing a "bokeh man" in the shot! Her humor and amazing talent drew me in and I couldn't wait to see more. Her passion for photography and creativity inspire me. I love her nature shots and in particular her love of leaves. Henry David Thoreau once said, "Nature will bear the closest inspection. She invites us to lay our eye level with her smallest leaf, and take an insect view of its plain." Sam has taken nature up on it's promise to not disappoint. I am proud to call her a flickr "friend" and I can't wait each day to see the beauty she shares with us. If you haven't already done so....head to her stream and drink in the beauty!"

    8th December, 2009

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    ~missjobekah~ says:

    "Sam is such a talented photographer! I love her unique editing style, and how she portrays everyday life in her shots. Her composure is stunning as well as her nature shots. I enjoy seeing what she posts next on flickr, because I know it is always going to be consistent, and so inspiring!! Thanks so much Sam, for being an inspiration!! :)"

    7th September, 2009

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    Madeline Elizabeth Eaks says:

    "FIRST WORD:WOW!!!
    What can I say?Sam is a wonderful talented amazing photographer!!!Every one of her pictures make me say WOW! = )
    She always has something to brighten up my day!!!

    Keep up the good work! = )
    Maddy"

    9th August, 2009

Joined:
September 2007
Hometown:
Virginia
I am:
Female and Taken
Occupation:
Landscape Design
Website:
http://bakingastherapy.blogspot.com/