いつまでも愛してる！
I’ll love you forever.

Living in such unprecedented times has definitely made me reflect so much more on the simple blessings of love, family, and laughter! As it wreaks havoc in the world, and with so many facing job loss, it reminds me to not take things for granted.

This bump-to-pop session would be one I would remember for the longest time. It is one of my first sessions post the Malaysian Movement Control Order (MCO), during the Recovery MCO. I never felt so much gratefulness to once again hold the weight of the camera, coo at a teeny tiny human being, and to laugh and celebrate together with my clients as they welcome a gorgeous tiny new addition.

“Our love beats stronger because of you.”

Got a last minute email to shoot an almost full-term mummy. Managed to move some things around, confirmed the session, booked my flight tix, flew, and photographed one of the most gorgeous pairs of mummy and daddy-to-be. All in a span of 2 weeks!

Elated to capture so many beautiful photos.

she's a combination of sugar, spice,
sunshine and stardust.

I met Lina in church when we were both studying in Perth. She is somebody who just radiates warmth and friendship. As we were both in different universities then, we gradually lost contact as life took over. I was really glad when Liang whom I met through my then boyfriend-now-husband, brought Lina to visit our Young Adults Bible Study Fellowship class. Fast forward a few years later, it was such an honour and joy to photograph them as they grow another member. Baby E is the cutest little thing, with easy smiles, and the chubbiest cheeks.

and suddenly
ALL the love songs were about you.

I cannot even begin to write about how much I loved this set of photographs. J + A is one of the sweetest, most loving, and most musical couple I know. It was truly an honour to be invited into their very homey space as they prepare for their little bub... and a joy to get to know the little bub who has them irresistible cheeks, easy laughter, and cheeky smile. #smitten

I fell in love with you, because of the million things
you never knew you were doing.

Smitten... completely and utterly with each other and the baby. Jo and Ivan are such beautiful souls who already had so many plans for their little one. I especially loved the gorgeous tailored lace gown Jo custom-made especially for the session.

Life is always a rich and steady time when you are waiting for something to happen or to hatch.
- EB White

An inquisitive two year old, a warm and cheerful papa, and a very fit expecting mama.

From the beginning, the Ngs were just so much fun to be around. I was particularly impressed with the glowing mama-of-two-to-be, who was almost full term, yet was game to try all sorts of poses. I later found out that the family practices yoga. I got so excited that I asked if I could incorporate some of the poses into our session.

Snuggles and cuddles welcomed!

Ohmyheart! When I first photographed this gorgeous couple, baby K was just a tiny little human snuggled comfortably inside mummy's womb.

He was so comfortable that he decided to stay on way past his due date!

All of 6-month old cuddly chuckly goodness, this little boy was all curiosity, bursts of infectious laughter and chubby cheeks. He definitely splished splashed his way into my heart.

After the session, sweet Sheryn left me a very nice note:

I got to know Samantha after seeing a couple of preview shots from a friend of mine. Immediately I loved her work as I was looking for natural shots for my maternity potraits.. After a few messages with her, I felt like we've been friends for sometime as she is friendly n very accommodating to my requests..

From maternity portraits, I also decided to let her shoot my family portraits too. When I met her the first time at the shoot, we immediately connected n the best thing is, we were wearing the same necklace!!

And she is very SEMPOI (simple an easy going) lady photographer. She only needs that one camera to do a marvellous job. She was also very kind for getting presents for my baby n me each time we met. I am very happy n no regret that i made the right decision to engaged her as my photographer. And also I gained a friend.

Location: The Saujana Hotel

Life reveals her beauty, one precious miracle at a time.

Every bit the expectant parents to be, the Kos were completely excited for the arrival of their little one. I couldn't help but get caught up in their glowing happiness, as they smiled and spoke in hushed tones throughout the session.

When baby K arrived, she was all big eyes and cute babbles, especially when she sees herself in the mirror (she probably thinks the baby staring back at her is a friend). She may be just a teeny tiny little human being, but she already has her parents (especially daddy) smitten and wrapped around her little fingers.

Every good and perfect gift is from above.
James 1:17a

It is only when I look at my friends, that I realise I'm growing older. From engagement parties, to wedding invites, and then to baby showers, full moon parties... and soon, very very soon... first year birthday parties - I'm now resigned to introducing myself as 'Aunty Sam'.

Ben & Serena are very good friends of my husband and I. We were there for each other's life celebration - from the proposals and engagement parties, to the weddings. And now, for Ben & Serena, from bump to welcoming little baby D. 

So when Ben asked if I could make some trips to Singapore to photograph their maternity portraits and subsequently their latest addition, of course I said yes! When I first said hello to baby D, it is immediately apparent that he has inherited both his parents best qualities - his mummy's sweet smile, and his daddy's cheekiness (those dimples!).

The first pregnancy is a long sea journey to a country where you don't know the language, where land is in sight for such a long time that after a while, it's just the horizon...
Emily Perkins

When Sheryn first contacted me, I felt an instant connection with her. She was warm, friendly and down to earth. Meeting her for the first time during the session, I discovered that we had a lot of things in common - we were wearing the exact same necklace!

She was every bit the beautiful, gorgeous glowing mother-to-be. I was blown away by the love J has for her, as he laughed and posed for photos together with her, even though he must be quite jet lagged, after flying a plane (he just touched down from a very long flight). 

Hope you are adjusting well to the new baby! I cannot wait to meet the chubby little baby K.