Wilder Photography

Wild, Wild Love- Authentic and Real Storytelling

Ohio, Midwest, Cleveland

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5.0

Praised by couples for:

Photographer

Seasoned with weddings

Seasoned professional

We were so lucky to have Sam as our photographer! She came recommended to us by friends as "the best vendor they had for their wedding" and we were in complete agreement after our wedding! Cannot recommend her enough. She made us feel comfortable when otherwise we would have awkward being upfront and center, and we love the pictures.

Mitchell A.

5.0

Sam was super easy to work with from day 1. Weddings are stressful enough already So i think its important to have someone that doesn't do anything to add to the stress but not only that reduces it. Typically I feel awkward when having pictures taken, not once did I feel this way with Sam. Super Fun, Great price, have already suggested her to other people we know!

Shandace S.

5.0

Sam Wantuch

OWNER, LEAD PHOTOGRAPHER, PROFESSIONAL HYPE-GIRL

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Heya, I'm Sam from Wilder Photography, a business in Lakewood, OH, created for couples whose wedding and favorite love story is their own. I work with madly-in-love duos who want their wedding photos to feel as wild, joyful, and intentional as their connection. My couples care less about perfectly posed moments and more about capturing how it felt to be there — in love, present, and wildly obsessed with each other. Whether you're ditching traditions that don't serve you or planning something else uniquely you, Wilder Photography is here to document the real stuff. All the belly laughs, the happy tears, the quiet in-between glances, and the magic of a day that's completely, unapologetically you. Whether your day includes just the two of you, your closest most intimate friends and family, or the whole dang crew, Wilder Photography is here to capture your wedding day.

LGBTQ+-owned and Woman-owned Business

4+ years in business

Speaks English

Just me

Details

Destination Weddings

Destination Wedding Packages

Photo Shoot Types

Bridal Portraits

Day After Session

Engagement

Photo & Video

Digital Files

Photo

Second Shooter Available

Wedding Albums

Photo & Video Styles

Artistic

Documentary

Lifestyle

Wedding Activities

Getting Engaged

Rehearsals & Parties

After Party

Wedding

After Party

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Sam Wantuch

Owner, Lead Photographer, Professional Hype-Girl

Heya I'm Sam, the heart and mind behind Wilder Photography. I'll be your right hand person helping you guide you through your wedding day and make sure you have an amazing day and pictures to show for it! I became a wedding photographer after my own team showed me just how incredible the experience could be, and I was inspired to do the same for other couples.

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Multiple reviewers highly recommend Sam as a wedding photographer, praising her for making couples feel comfortable, capturing unique moments, and exhibiting professionalism. They appreciate her attention to detail, ability to adjust schedules based on weather, and overall fun and patient demeanor during photo sessions. Reviewers highlight Sam's excellent customer service, inclusivity, and support, noting her talent in capturing beautiful and meaningful photos. She is described as a calming presence amidst wedding chaos and is commended for going above and beyond to deliver outstanding results promptly.

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Joseph S

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11/05/2025

Sam was absolutely amazing. She did a fantastic job of capturing our wedding day. Not only was her creative vision exactly what we wanted, she was also kind, thoughtful, and great ...

to be around! 100/100 would recommend.

Mitchell A

2/23/2026

We were so lucky to have Sam as our photographer! She came recommended to us by friends as "the best vendor they had for their wedding" and we were in complete agreement after our ...

wedding! Cannot recommend her enough. She made us feel comfortable when otherwise we would have awkward being upfront and center, and we love the pictures.

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Shandace S

12/19/2025

Sam was super easy to work with from day 1. Weddings are stressful enough already So i think its important to have someone that doesn't do anything to add to the stress but not onl...

y that reduces it. Typically I feel awkward when having pictures taken, not once did I feel this way with Sam. Super Fun, Great price, have already suggested her to other people we know!

Isabelle D

11/26/2025

We cannot recommend Sam highly enough! Going into the day, we were honestly worried that having our photos taken would feel awkward, but she immediately put us at ease. She’s absol...

utely hilarious, and somehow turned every moment into something fun and natural. We really appreciated how much time and effort she put into asking us questions that helped her tailor the experience to our unique story. Her attention to detail is incredible! She took care of things we didn’t even think about—she secured the permit for our photo spot ahead of time and hiked up a mountain with us to get the best shots. On top of that, she adjusted our day-of couple's portraits schedule based on the weather. Our photos turned out stunning. She really captured the energy of our day. If you’re looking for someone talented, thoughtful, and genuinely fun to be around, she’s the one!

Bradly S

11/18/2025

Sam was such a pleasure to work with. Quick, kind, efficient and so so patient. By the end of our group photography session she had everyone’s glasses and pocket treasures tucked i...

nto every nook and cranny of her person to make sure the pictures turned out as perfect as possible. The couples photos we did were directed so professionally but we still had so much fun. My husband and I are certainly not pros in front of the camera and she made us feel so comfortable (and look SO good). She really truly took such good care of us, in all the chaos that is a wedding. Her communication was perfect, we were all over the place while getting ready and she directed us when it was time to leave, gave me a pep talk when I needed one, held so much space for all the big emotions, and then poof disappeared and sneakily took amazing photos. I cannot recommend her enough. She truly went above and beyond for us.

Kat S

11/05/2025

Sam was an absolute dream to work with. Not only are we SO in love with the photos she took on our wedding day, she went above and beyond what we could have ever imagined. She prov...

ided a schedule for the entire day and helped keep us on track, helped with transportation to different locations, and got us our sneak peaks and final album so so fast. If we were to do the whole day over again, she would be our first choice without a doubt.

Carrie F

10/20/2024

Sam took both our engagement photos and wedding photos. She is an incredibly talented photographer- we loved all of the photos she took. There are many good photographers though - ...

what really sets Sam apart is her customer service, inclusivity and support she provides to her clients. She is full of good ideas, a calm voice when wedding chaos happens and things go a bit sideways. She is warm, puts her clients as ease- I think these are the things that make her stand out as a photographer, and nail the shot every time. I would not hesitate to book her and am looking for excuses to book her again

anonymous u

1/30/2024

Sam is professional and communicative. She understands your vision and brings it to life! She was so patient and nice during our engagement session. She was helpful with advice esp...

ecially if you’re like me and have no idea what to do while in front of a camera.

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(630) 723-1824

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