Sammie O'NealAbout
Life doesn't hold still. I work with that.
I'm Sammie—a photographer, wife, and mom to a busy seven-year-old. I've got goals I'm working toward and a life that rarely sticks to the plan. So when kids wander, schedules shift, or things get a little chaotic, I can roll with it. I'll help you feel comfortable and make good photos through it all.
Wedding, family, branding and event photography for San Antonio, the Texas Hill Country, and Middle Tennessee.
A little direction. Room for real life.
Whether I'm documenting an event, capturing your family, helping tell your brand story, or celebrating a milestone with you, my goal is always the same: to create genuine images that feel meaningful, effortless and real.
Snaps by Sammie grew up in Spring Hill and Franklin, Tennessee. In 2026 our family came home to Texas, and the whole operation came with me to San Antonio and the Hill Country. I still book select dates back in Middle Tennessee.
Featured in
A few proud moments.
Publications and shows that have featured the work, an award I'm proud of, and the organizations and events I've had the honor of photographing.
Publications & shows
The Kelly Clarkson Show
Sammie's photography of the Stage Wives Podcast aired on The Kelly Clarkson Show.
Westhaven Magazine
Editorial and community features for Franklin, Tennessee's Westhaven community.
Neighbors of Franklin
Family cover stories and features published by Best Version Media.
Spring Hill Local
Magazine cover photography, including the May 2026 cover.
Stage Wives Podcast
Official photography for the Stage Wives Podcast.
Award
2025 Main Street Award
Recognized as a 2025 Main Street Award winner.
Organizations & events
The Well Outreach
Event photography for the Run For Hunger 5K benefiting The Well Outreach.
Davis House's Button Ball
Event photography for the Davis House Button Ball.
431 Ministries
Event and community photography for 431 Ministries.
Hope's Bridge
Event and community photography for the Hope's Bridge nonprofit.
Behind the scenes
A little of everything.
Close-up shot of a photographer holding a professional DSLR camera against a light background.
Young woman in black dress and white heels seated in cream chair against white background.
Young woman in black shirt with flowing dark hair poses against white background with nose piercing.
Sammie O'Neal, photographer, holding her Sony camera up to her eye in a black and white portrait
Black and white photo of a woman in a black dress tossing her hair back with eyes closed, wearing rings.
Two smiling women sitting back-to-back on a tan sofa, holding hands, wearing black and gray blazers.
Professional photographer holding a telephoto lens camera while wearing a black jacket against a white background.
Woman in black button-up top and mini skirt poses with flowing hair against a light gray background.
Two women in black blazers sit back-to-back on a tan leather sofa in a bright, modern room.Reviews
What clients say.
If I could give Snaps by Sammie a million stars, I totally would! From our very first phone consult, she's been my ultimate hype queen, cheering me on with every outfit choice and wedding detail. Her communication game? Unmatched. We just got our engagement photos back and we are obsessed. If you want a photographer who's not only insanely talented but also a total blast to work with, Sammie's your girl. Don't walk, run!
Sammie is the absolute best photographer! I'd never done a photo shoot but had one done for me and my husband's engagement and wedding. The photos were breathtaking and were done so quick. Sammie's enthusiastic, fun and kind personality paired with her amazing skills make her the best in the biz. Highly recommend!
We could not have found a better photographer for our engagement photos. Sammie is so personable and makes it feel like she's not taking photos of you. It just felt like my fiancé and I were hanging out with her. She was so great with my dog as well. I highly recommend choosing Sammie as your photographer.
Sammie is an amazing photographer, with such a sweet personality and encouragement. She helps so much with poses and making sure you feel your best self. So blessed to have hired Sammie!
Sammie is absolutely fantastic! She photographed our daughter's first birthday smash cake photos and was awesome. She made my daughter and me feel so comfortable and the pictures came out dreamy. Cannot speak highly enough of her and her photos. Thank you, Sammie!
Sammie did an amazing job of wrangling three busy kids and showed tons of patience towards us all. Her pictures turned out so well! We highly recommend her.
Now booking
Let's get you on the calendar.
Now booking San Antonio & the Texas Hill Country and select dates in Middle Tennessee. Tell me a little about your day and I'll get right back to you.