Hi. Hello. Welcome. My name is Samantha Schendel, the ones I love call me “Sam”, but you can call me what feels right to you.

I am in my 7th year in business, capturing life stories, brand stories and having the absolute time of my life.

while I do many things here @ The Studio Downtown, photography is my first love. it’s what got us here. some say it’s best to niche down - not me. I love it all. from creating authentic moments for you and your spouse or family all the way to showing the world your brand - I am all in.

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@samanthaschendelphotos

follow me on instagram: @samanthaschendelphotos

“Today you are you, that is truer than true. There is no one alive that is you-er than you!” Dr. Seuss, a wealth of wisdom. Embrace your individuality 🤍 #seniorsession #seniorphotographer #seniorportraitphotographer
“Today you are you, that is truer than true. There is no one alive that is you-er than you!” Dr. Seuss, a wealth of wisdom. Embrace your individuality 🤍 #seniorsession #seniorphotographer #seniorportraitphotographer
Only a few hours left to take advantage of our 50% off small business sale! This applies automatically at checkout for any session and any amount of sessions in our store 🤍 #headshots #contentphotographer #brandingphotographer #headshotphotographe
Only a few hours left to take advantage of our 50% off small business sale! This applies automatically at checkout for any session and any amount of sessions in our store 🤍 #headshots #contentphotographer #brandingphotographer #headshotphotographer #portraitphotographer #thestudiodowntown
Due to an overwhelming amount of sales and support we decided to extend our sale one more day to give more opportunity for those that missed it yesterday! We are so very thankful for every purchase and session booked. Because of you all we get to create and do what we love - without you this simply would not be possible! Photography sessions are a great option for Christmas gifts for your loved ones, a chance to create art that serves as time travel for future generations 💛 Happy Holidays from @thestudiodowntowndecaturil girlies🫶🏼 #portraitphotographer #thestudiodowntown #decaturillinoisphotographer #happyholidays #cybermonday #smallbusinesssupport #decaturillinois
Be in Good Company 🫶🏼 @be.ingoodco_ #thestudiodowntown #contentcreation #brandphotographer
The word of the season : gratitude 🤍 #weddingphotographer #bridals #goldenhour
The word of the season : gratitude 🤍 #weddingphotographer #bridals #goldenhour
Extra, Extra, read all about it! @goldierosebeauty is the new girl therapy, from piercings to lashes to jewelry (permanent or otherwise) she’s got what you need ❤️‍🔥 #brandingcontent #brandingsession #brandphotographer
Extra, Extra, read all about it! @goldierosebeauty is the new girl therapy, from piercings to lashes to jewelry (permanent or otherwise) she’s got what you need ❤️‍🔥 #brandingcontent #brandingsession #brandphotographer
If it’s not like the movies, we don’t want it 🖤🤍🎥🎬🎞️ #cinematic #photographer #elopementphotographer #bridalcontentcreator
Our #blackfridaysale is live! 40% off orders over $400! This is perfect for senior sessions, headshots, family sessions, newborn sessions? content sessions, boudoir sessions - book your 2025 session today and take advantage of this sale! #centralil
Our #blackfridaysale is live! 40% off orders over $400! This is perfect for senior sessions, headshots, family sessions, newborn sessions? content sessions, boudoir sessions - book your 2025 session today and take advantage of this sale! #centralillinoisphotographer #portraitphotographer
rooftops + golden hours 💛 #engagementsession #downtowndecatur #thestudiodowntown #weddingphotographer
rooftops + golden hours 💛 #engagementsession #downtowndecatur #thestudiodowntown #weddingphotographer
In the words of @kourtneykardash , “I just wanna live life”. #seniorsession #seniorphotographer #thestudiodowntown #samanthaschendelphotos
In the words of @kourtneykardash , “I just wanna live life”. #seniorsession #seniorphotographer #thestudiodowntown #samanthaschendelphotos
“Today you are you, that is truer than true. There is no one alive that is you-er than you!” Dr. Seuss, a wealth of wisdom. Embrace your individuality 🤍 #seniorsession #seniorphotographer #seniorportraitphotographer Only a few hours left to take advantage of our 50% off small business sale! This applies automatically at checkout for any session and any amount of sessions in our store 🤍 #headshots #contentphotographer #brandingphotographer #headshotphotographe
Due to an overwhelming amount of sales and support we decided to extend our sale one more day to give more opportunity for those that missed it yesterday! We are so very thankful for every purchase and session booked. Because of you all we get to cre
Be in Good Company 🫶🏼 @be.ingoodco_ #thestudiodowntown #contentcreation #brandphotographer
The word of the season : gratitude 🤍 #weddingphotographer #bridals #goldenhour Extra, Extra, read all about it! @goldierosebeauty is the new girl therapy, from piercings to lashes to jewelry (permanent or otherwise) she’s got what you need ❤️‍🔥 #brandingcontent #brandingsession #brandphotographer
If it’s not like the movies, we don’t want it 🖤🤍🎥🎬🎞️ #cinematic #photographer #elopementphotographer #bridalcontentcreator
Our #blackfridaysale is live! 40% off orders over $400! This is perfect for senior sessions, headshots, family sessions, newborn sessions? content sessions, boudoir sessions - book your 2025 session today and take advantage of this sale! #centralil rooftops + golden hours 💛 #engagementsession #downtowndecatur #thestudiodowntown #weddingphotographer In the words of @kourtneykardash , “I just wanna live life”. #seniorsession #seniorphotographer #thestudiodowntown #samanthaschendelphotos

sessions with samantha

The Headshot Sessions
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Seniors @ The Studio
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Lifestyle Family Sessions
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Branding Content Sessions
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The Couple's Edit
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The Motherhood Edit
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Milestone Minis
$275.00
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Boudie @ The Studio
from $275.00
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