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HOWDY! My name is Samantha Vanderlist... I usually go by Sam..

If you haven't guessed, this is me. I don't take myself to seriously and just like to have fun with what kind of apples get thrown at me. I established Shutter Sam Photography back in 2003.  This blog is for me to show you my current work and to spout my ideas from time to time. If you want to chit chat or go for some coffee just drop me a line... I love Mocha's with skim milk and no whip cream please.

Viaaaa Las Vegas! OH & Out of the Office.

Thursday, March 4, 2010 at 8:00am

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It’s that time of year folks! I went last year to Las Vegas for the biggest Wedding Photographer convention EVER! Today I’m heading back to get my dose of inspiration, workshops and parties! Last year being my 1st year there, I was totally overwhelmed with things to do and people to meet! This year I have a game plan folks! I have people to go with… (last year I went solo). I have workshops outside of the convention I’m attending and parties that I actually get to wear a dress for. HA HA AND, I have a secret engagement while out there, I can’t post about it just yet, but I will for sure post as soon as I get back!

I will be starting my weekend while out there with two workshops.

1st one is with Amelia & Justin Lyon’s workshop all day Saturday. I’ll be soakin all that in!

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The other is a boudoir workshop with Jennifer Skog. I blured out the info just so you dont show up and ruin my fun!

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On to the Parties!

I get to go to an invite only party with Jesh De Rox… not sure if he will have his shirt on or not?? The other party is Airhorns & Lasers. This a party give by the best vendors and peeps out there! I’m excited to attend both and I’m sure I’ll be making my own parties!

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I will be without everyday access to my email from March 5-12. So please have patience with me and I will return your emails as soon as I get back!

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Thursday, February 25, 2010 at 11:19am

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Equipment for SALE!

Friday, February 19, 2010 at 2:30pm

All equipment was all bought new for me. All equipment is still in good or fairly new condition, it all works, and I just have way to much stuff and need to down scale because of space. If you have any questions on any item I would be happy to answer your questions. Sorry but I will only ship in the US.

Some of the larger items will have shipping costs and once I find out where I’ll get you those costs.

OH  - and if anyone is interested I have a B&W enlarger for darkroom and lots of darkroom equipment. Please contact me and I will get you pictures and all the info for it. (moved into our house 5yrs ago and really have no where to put a darkroom, the old house had a perfect spot)

Now on to the fun stuff.

Lets start with the small items, These are all filters for lens when I was using FILM.

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2 - Collapsible Discs, one is a gold/white reflector and the other is to meter white balance.

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All 10×16 Muslin Backdrops

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This is Strobo Frame to get your Flash off your camera, but still hold on to both.

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Now on to the big stuff!

Nikon Flash, was my 1st flash and was great for what I did in the beginning, This would be great for beginners or someone who just needs a little more power than the pop up flash on your own camera.

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The GOD of cute little lens. This is a 50mm 1.4D Lens. I truly have used it a handful of times. I just use my other lens more and this was just sitting there needing a good home. NOTE: all the images were shoot with this lens to show how great this lens is… well minus these images. This lens is still like new, so I feel that the price is very fair.

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This has a story so please read to know why I’m letting these go. I bought this as a set w/stands, a great bag, all the cords. I thought I was going to shoot more studio work, well as time went on I had a stand break and god knows where the other stand is. My cat peed in the bag making it completely useless. So that leaves the set with this. They are still like brand new and all work very well!!! I still have the manual and all the shipping container for the glass and bulbs. This item will have shipping costs. Will let you know on these once I know the location. I would keep them, but to be honest my studio work is maybe two -three times a year and I can just use my flash for those.

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On all items I will take cash or paypal. I hope all these go to a great home, because I’ve left them alone for to long!

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This is what Happens, when Sam has time on her hands.

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at 2:03pm

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February has to be the month of no sessions for me! So what do you do when your camera is so lonely and just looks at you with those big sad lens. Well you buy a $25 ugly dress, take some scissors to it and have some fun! I called my friend Lexi and said Hey you want to get into what I think is an 1980’s wedding dress and run around in the snow? This is what we came up with.

The Table, Lamp, and Lanterns are things around my house.

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The Chair was also something I had around the house.

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The Lemon bouquet I made the night before. I thought,  shoot I need a bouquet, so I  ran to the grocery store and got your standard flower bouquet and then went to the produce section and thought what fruit would go with these. LOL

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Thank You to Lexi for having some fun with me yesterday and If anyone is wanted to get dirty, or really get cold in the snow with some of your own props… Now’s the time to call!!!

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Saturdays Open for weddings.

Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 12:04pm

If your a bride and are like me and put things off till the last minute. Your in luck if your wedding is in May. HA HA I still have some spring/summer/fall Saturdays left open for weddings.

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Dates Available.

May 1, 15 & 29

June 5 & 12

July 24 & 31st

Aug 14

Sept 11 & 18

ALL of OCT 2010 is open.

Please contact me and lets get the ball rollin! sam@shuttersam.com or call 231.288.0524

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Shutter Sam’s Shout out in The Knot!

Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at 9:46am

I’m not one who goes around talking about how cool I am and how everyone want’s to be around me… (even tho its true) But when your business is recognized by a well known Bridal Magazine I can’t help to show everyone!

The “Michigan” Knot magazine has featured the top 10 vendors in each area and in each category.

These top 10 are chosen by The Knotties (brides on The Knot) themselves by writing reviews.

So this means I had some wonderful brides on The Knot website and wrote some awesome reviews!

Thank You Knotties!

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ME!

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Boudoir Goodness!

Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at 8:55am

About a week ago we had a Mini Boudoir Marathon Session. We had so much fun! With the bubbly, music, hair & make-up what more could a girl ask for! It was so much fun that at the end of the day we talked about how “To bad we couldn’t do this everyday!”
The 1st apt of the day started with Sandra, she got the full experience of the day. We started the morning with a some mimosas! We had some fun music to get us in the mood, you can’t go wrong with some Black Eyed Peas! Once the hair by Jeri Lynn Pego from  Glamazon and the Make-up by Joan Osterberg from Haritage Salon & Day Spa was done, it really can transform a person to feel so special and ready to take on the session!

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Now comes the fun!

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Just look at Sandra’s face when she sees it’s really her lookin so HOT!

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50% of a Boudoir session is for the women too. Every women (including me) want’s to know we still “have it” after we get married. A boudoir session can really make you feel like your on cloud nine for a few days.

A Big Thank You to Sandra for allowing us to show a few from her session!

Our 2nd session of the day was Jodi. Jodi just had her boyfriend move away and she wanted to give him a “going away” gift. Now if I could only be there to see his reaction to this gift!

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Another Big Thank You to Jodi for allowing me to share some from her session!

We all had a great time with the Ladies and I highly recommend this gift for anniversaries, going away gifts, wedding day, or just because!

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The Woodworths! January 2, 2010 - Traverse City, MI

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at 4:43pm

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Libby and Ben are the kind of couple when they are in a room full of people, they will send a smile to each other from across the room. Their wedding day was full of family love and I don’t think that anyone in both families didn’t have a smile or a tear the whole day. I had to put together a slide show because I just couldn’t pick a few for the blog. It was awesome to have Matt Pratt as my 2nd shooter for the day.

Congratulations Libby & Ben! It was a huge pleasure to be a part of your day.

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Winter Engagement!

Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at 9:23am

I had promised a full post from Kristyn & Jake’s engagement session in December. This was a fun session and they were up for anything I gave them, so this slideshow deserved a fun song! Enjoy

KRISTYN & JAKE : DECEMBER 2009

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Boudoir Marathon Reminder!! Saturday January 16th 2010. Designed for a Valentine Gift

Tuesday, December 29, 2009 at 10:27pm

Hey Ladies, I know I mentioned it right before Christmas but It’s only two weeks away and I wouldn’t want you to miss out on this killer deal!

Normally you would have to pay for the session, the makeup, your hair, location if you wanted different and an album. BUT NOOO, its all wrapped up with a cute little bow! All you have to do is show up! :)

So please call or click HERE for your deposit.

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