A family of five, including two adults and three children, sitting on the grass in a park with yellow and orange autumn trees in the background, enjoying a playful moment together.

Real Families. Real Connection. Real moments that matter.

Finally be in the photos your kids will treasure forever—not just the one taking them. I specialize in family photography for the Fargo–Moorhead area that feels natural, connected, and full of joy—capturing the kind of moments you’ll actually want on your walls.

You're TIRED of playing family photographer INSTEAD of being INCLUDED in the family photos


SOUND FAMILIAR?

  • You have hundreds of photos of your kids on your phone, but you're in maybe 11 of them

  • You keep saying "we should get family photos" but you’ve never actually done it

  • You're waiting to "look better" or "lose those last 10 pounds" first

  • The thought of wrangling & coordinating outfits for everyone makes you want to hide under a blanket

  • You've tried DIY family photos but they’re not the same & not the memento you wanted

Your kids already think you’re perfect. They’re not waiting for you to “get ready”—they just want YOU.

A family of four, including a father, mother, daughter, and son, running on a trail in a park during daylight with lots of trees and greenery.

IMAGINE walking away from your FAMILY SESSION like you just had THE BEST PLAYDATE EVER.

The kids got to be themselves, your partner actually smiled, and you—for once—felt beautiful, present, and fully part of your own family story. That’s what sets Samantha Turner Photography apart: Fargo family portraits that feel natural, connected, and joy-filled—images you’ll treasure for a lifetime.

A couple holding four dogs in a grassy field with trees in the background, all smiling and enjoying their time outdoors.
Two women, one with blonde hair and the other with dark hair and glasses, holding a laughing child with short brown hair, against a dark floral background with hanging lights and decorative plants.
A young girl with dark hair and white bows is holding a toy camera up to her face, standing in a grassy outdoor area.
A young boy with curly hair in a denim shirt and jeans, holding a vintage camera up to his face, standing outdoors on a dirt path surrounded by autumn-colored foliage, looking through the camera.
A young girl with blue eyes and light brown hair styled with two pigtails held by hair ties, wearing a mauve dress with ruffled sleeves, standing behind a brown couch with a floral dark background.
A young child seated on a wooden floor with a mountain-themed backdrop in the background, eating a snow-themed cake decorated with trees, during a birthday celebration.
A family of four and a dog sitting on a blue velvet couch in a cozy room with plants and a bed in the background.

STRESS-FREE Family Photos

Where being yourselves is the whole point.

For over a decade, I’ve been capturing families in their most authentic, joy-filled moments. No stiff poses. No forced smiles. No Pinterest-perfect pressure. Just you, loving your people, while the real magic gets documented.

A family of eight people, including children and adults, holding hands and walking in a grassy field with trees in the background on a sunny day.
Two young girls sitting inside a crochet blanket tent outdoors during sunset, smiling and enjoying each other's company.

The STP Family Experience

  • Size-inclusive Client Closet for everyone — outfits for all humans (and yes, even the fur babies). Outfit stress? Solved.

  • Fun, no-pressure sessions where kids can be kids and dogs are always welcome.

  • Outdoor locations chosen with your vision in mind, filled with gorgeous light and natural backdrops.

  • Posing that feels natural — candid joy with a few “grandma will frame this” shots.

  • Finally be IN the photos instead of always stuck behind the camera.

A happy family of three, a woman, a man, and a young boy, standing outdoors in a forest during autumn. They are smiling and embracing each other.
Family of five laughing and playing together on grass in a park during autumn, with yellow and pink trees in the background.
Photographer Samantha Turner wearing glasses and tattoos on her arms smiles while holding a camera, posing with her hands near her face against a plain light-colored background.

 Meet your Photographer! 

I’m Samantha—a boy mom to three wild, neurodivergent kiddos (two are autistic). Translation: I live in the land of chaos, giggles, meltdowns, and magic.

What that means for you? Your kids don’t have to “behave” or “perform” for me. With 15 years of rolling with big feelings and bigger energy, I know how to turn the unfiltered moments into photos you’ll treasure forever.

Why Families Love Me:

  • 15 years photographing families in Fargo-Moorhead

  • Size-inclusive Client Closet (every body, every personality)

  • Expert at reading family dynamics & keeping sessions fun

  • I’ll make you laugh until your cheeks hurt

  • Flexible payment options—because your babies won’t fit in your lap forever

The chubby hands. The gap-toothed smiles. The way they look at you right now. It all changes faster than you’re ready for. Photos let you hold on to what matters most—long after the toys are packed away.

Bottom line: I’m not here for perfect—I’m here for real.

Smiling couple with glasses sits on a beige couch with their two dogs, a golden retriever and a Labrador, in a cozy, well-decorated living room with dark floral wallpaper, plants, and a window with curtains.

Why families book with me:

  • You’re done being stuck behind the camera instead of in the photos.

  • You want real moments, not stiff, fake poses.

  • You’re ready to invest in memories that will outlive your phone’s camera roll.

  • You want a stress-free experience where kids can be themselves (meltdowns, giggles, and all).

  • You believe your family’s story—exactly as it is—deserves to be celebrated.

A family of three standing close together outside, smiling. Young girl in a blue dress is on the left, man in the middle and woman in a light green dress on the right.

This experience isn't for families who...

  • Are only looking for the cheapest option.

  • Want stiff, overly-posed, Pinterest-perfect images.

  • Are not looking to invest in professional photography.

  • Expect kids to sit still, smile on command, and act like robots.

Capture the season you’re in—because it won’t last forever.