Hi, I’m Samantha Klose Diaz—photographer, storyteller, and founder of Klose Up Photography.
I believe wedding photography should feel as effortless and meaningful as the love it celebrates. With over a decade of experience behind the lens, I specialize in capturing modern love stories with a timeless, fine art aesthetic—from California’s coastlines to the cobblestone streets of Europe.
Hi, I'm Samantha!
At my core, I’m a people person. I don’t just show up with a camera—I show up with heart. My clients often become real-life friends, and that connection is what allows me to photograph their most intimate, joyful, and powerful moments with authenticity.
My journey into photography wasn’t linear—I became a single mom at 19, raised my daughter while working full-time, and built this business one shoot, one relationship, one leap of faith at a time. Today, I work alongside my incredibly talented husband, Jay, a cinematographer whose eye for story and film continues to inspire me.
Our life is full of laughter, travel, wine nights, and long editing sessions with our three rescue pups by our side (yes, they're totally part of the team). Everything I do is grounded in family, creativity, and purpose.
I’m not here to just take pretty pictures. I’m here to make you feel confident, cared for, and completely seen. To capture the soul of your story.
To preserve this season of your life—exactly as it deserves to be remembered.
Let’s create something unforgettable together.
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No matter where the adventure takes you, make sure it's beautifully documented. Pricing varies based on location.
Destination
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Whether you are interested in a family or maternity session, comfort and intimacy are always a priority. Packages begin at $750 and can be personalized.
Lifestyle
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Each couple is unique and deserves a personal collection of their own. Pricing is 100% personalized to each couple based on individual needs.
Weddings
She shot our private elopement and also our wedding reception celebration with all of our friends and family. All of our pictures turned out beyond incredible. She is so talented and can command the room (in the best possible way) when needed. I could not recommend her services more!
“Samantha is truly the best!”
Steven & Julia
Samantha is simply the BEST and an absolute expert wedding photographer! Samantha is truly passionate about what she does and treats everyone with kindness and respect. I have and will continue to recommend her for all couples. She makes the day seamless and smooth with her organization and efficiency.
She does it all!
“She makes you feel so comfortable and beautiful.”
Troy + Kristin
Samantha is not only the sweetest soul, she is incredible to work with from start to finish! Her husband Jay is also an incredible videographer and editor and together they make the perfect wedding dream team. Thank you so much Samantha and the Klose Up team, you were such a special part of our day and you made everything so seamless, calm and smooth. We look back on that day with so much joy and your photos remind us of that!
“We couldn't be happier with our photos and we will treasure them forever and ever!!”
Sterling cates
