 
							
					
															
					
					 by Samantha | Oct 13, 2025 | Cake Smash Photography Tips
As a cake smash photographer here in Edmonton, I get asked the same questions all the time: “Which bakery do you order your cakes from?” “Why do you work with certain bakers but not others?” “Is the cake safe for my baby to eat?” So I thought — OK, let’s write it all...				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					 by Samantha | Jun 20, 2025 | Photography Tips
Hi, I’m Samantha Xu — a newborn photographer based in Edmonton, Alberta, specializing in timeless, gentle portraits for growing families. I realized I’ve never properly introduced myself here on the blog, so today, I want to share my story and the heart behind my art....				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					 by Samantha | Jun 13, 2025 | Maternity Photography Tips
As an Edmonton maternity photographer, I strive to create a worry-free and luxurious experience for every mom-to-be. From on-site hair and makeup to access to my carefully curated client wardrobe, everything is designed to make you feel confident and pampered. But a...				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					 by Samantha | Jun 12, 2025 | Maternity Photography Tips
As an Edmonton maternity photographer, I offer both indoor and outdoor maternity sessions. Sometimes clients want to do both, and sometimes they ask me which one is the best fit for them. If you’re a mom-to-be thinking about preserving the beauty of your baby...				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					 by Samantha | Jun 9, 2025 | Newborn Photography Tips
As an Edmonton newborn photographer, my daily job is to help my tiniest clients feel safe, relaxed, and comfortable — so they can drift into peaceful sleep and I can capture timeless images of their early days. Over the years, I’ve noticed certain items that not only...