you deserve a photographer who
feels like family
In Filipino culture, Kasama means having a partner, someone who walks with you, celebrates with you, and stands beside you.
It’s not just about capturing your love, your family, your heart together.
It’s about being on the journey with you and moving through your day as a close friend — uplifting you when needed, and fading into the background when you don’t.
are we a perfect match?
you’ll feel right at home if...
✓ You wear your heart on your sleeve and aren’t afraid to laugh, cry, or dance like no one’s watching.
✓ You’re drawn to a laid-back vibe but still want the intentional, quiet moments and the little in-between details to be captured with care.
✓ You’re not interested in overly posed perfection—you want the real stuff. The energy. The connection. The emotions that make your story yours.
✓ You want images that feel like heirlooms—timeless enough to last, meaningful enough to pass on.
✓ You love photography with a creative lens. Something a little artistic, a little unexpected, and a whole lot of heart.
we couldn’t be happier with her
meet the photographer, celene
who is Samahan studio?
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My goal when working with couples and clients is to always hold space for whatever needs they might have.
I live to make it feel like you are simply hanging out with a long lost friend. The goal is to feel like you're not really taking photos.
“Her talent and attention to detail are unmatched in the Seattle area”
— Misty Demacio
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Coffee runs through my veins. No seriously. It's so easy to bribe me. All you need is s super cute coffee shop and I am there!
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I’m not just your photographer. I’m your hype person, your shoulder to cry on, and your new family.
I’m here to help you feel most comfortable on your biggest days.
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This isn’t photography. It’s personal.
Which is why you’ll probably leave with a life long friend. It’s an honor to forge connections so deep and return for the next chapter of my client’s lives.
my first camera was a
2005 nikon coolpix
i was fascinated by the way a single click could freeze a moment
My love for photography started long before I even knew it could be a career.
Since then, I’ve always had a camera within reach, capturing whatever sparked inspiration.
A fleeting expression.
the way light hit a familiar street.
or the laughter shared between friends.
I was drawn to the stories hidden in everyday moments. Even as technology changed,
one thing stayed the same—my belief that
the best photos aren’t just seen, they’re felt.
That’s the heart of Samahan Studio.
It’s about more than taking pictures;
it’s about preserving the moments that make up your story—the ones that remind you of who you are, where you’ve been, and the love that surrounds you.
Let me be your personal time capsule, and
I promise to capture your love and your life.
