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My name is Sarah and I am a Williamsburg-based branding specialist and photographer.
After 17 years as a photographer specializing in natural light photography, I have launched a branding, photography and design studio that encompasses all of my favorite things in life- Design, People, Business Growth and Education, Freedom, Family, and Photography. I am committed to documenting moments, emotion, and detail in their raw, organic beauty. And, I am honored to grow and encourage you and your business.
I believe in the human experience and am excited to be able to participate in each unique journey.
You did not wake up today to be mediocre.
Be in touch and let’s do this!
Sweet Summertime | Williamsburg Wedding Photography
Hello there, you! And happy first official day of summer ☀️ We have officially hit one of my favorite times of the year! Heat waves, lazy mornings, swimming pools, margaritas, and sunshine! ☀️ So, cheers to summer and sunny images! Have a fabulous weekend, friends! With Grit & Grace, Sarah
Joy Belongs Here
Hello friends! And, Happy Friday! It has been exactly one month today since I made my last blog post. It was not an intentional hiatus from blogging and social media. In fact, it came on overnight and was, at first, a subconscious decision. For so many reasons I have been
Print An Emergency Contact List | Wedding Planning Tips
Hiiya, there! Today’s Wedding Planning Tip is a SUPER easy one…But, SUPER important! Create a Contact List Whether you’re planning a local Knoxville or Asheville wedding or traveling for your dream destination wedding in the Outer Banks of NC, creating and printing 2-3 copies of your entire vendor list with
Morgan & Walt | Williamsburg Engagement Photography
“I swear I could not love you more than I do today, yet I know I will tomorrow” Morgan and Walt’s journey began a little over 6 years ago. They met playing in the same Knoxville soccer league and over a short 4 years their mutual love for cooking, fur
Hiring a Bartender | Tuesday Wedding Tips | Annabelle and Ivy, Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Hello, Sweet Friends! It’s Tuesday and that means it is Tuesday Tip time! Having spent years in the Wedding Industry, I have been part of 100s of weddings. I have spent countless hours planning timelines and answering questions. And, there is just so much information to share! My Tuesday Tips
Photography as We Navigate Covid | Annabelle + Ivy, Williamsburg Photographer
Happy, Happy May, friends! My soul is full of excitable energy this week as we enter my favorite season of the year. Historically, for me, May is a glorious month, bringing warmer weather, beautiful flowers, veggies in my garden, dinner from the grill and s’mores over the fire pit. May
Ambir & Shannon’s Wedding | Annabelle + Ivy, Williamsburg Photographer
Hi friends and Happy Wedding Wednesday! It feels SO good to be posting weddings again after my little hiatus surrounding the pandemic. 🧡 Ambir and Shannon’s gorgeous Tennessee wedding was held at the Jackson Terminal in downtown Knoxville. This Beauty and the Beast inspired celebration boasted all that is perfectly
Defeat & Gratitude | Sarah Keenan Knoxville Photographer
I had not planned a post for tonight. In fact, things have been so busy that it didn’t even cross my mind. But I am sitting here in my home office alone. I’m working. I was simultaneously jumping between editing an engagement session and preparing my next Instagram stories post.
A New Meaning of Community | Sarah Keenan, Photographer
Hi friends. ❤️ First, I hope you are well. I hope you are well physically. And, I hope you are taking care of yourself and your families mentally and emotionally. This is a time. I can’t even bring myself to say “this is a hard time, difficult time, challenging time”
Adding Personal Touches to Your Wedding Ceremony | Annabelle + Ivy Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Hi friends!! It is Tuesday around here…and, that means it is time for the Sarah Keenan, Photographer Tuesday Tip! Whoohoo! Haha! Man, I get excited about sharing these fun ideas 🤣 Today- Let’s Chat about Your Wedding Ceremony. But, not just the timeline or outline or procession order. Not where
Wedding Dress Trends for 2020 | Annabelle + Ivy, Williamsburg Photographer
Hello, hello and Happy Friday! It has been a busy week editing photos and gearing up for my favorite coastal wedding show, the Outer Banks Wedding Expo. If you’re attending, drop me a message so I can look out for you. I only have a couple of spots left on
Wedding Inspiration Blog | Annabelle + Ivy, Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Hi friends! And, welcome back to my little space on the internet. ❤️ It has been a super wild week of ball juggling. But, they are all such fun projects to juggle that the craziness has been just fine. Ha! I’m headed out tomorrow for the Outer Banks Wedding Association’s
Timeline for Wedding Invitations and RSVPs | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Hello There! Today I want to share insight on another popular question I get about wedding planning in general – ‘When exactly should I send out my invitations?’ Six to Eight Weeks ahead of your wedding date is the traditional amount of time to send out wedding invitations. There are
Williamsburg Branding Photography | Professional Branding Is Not Boring
Hello friends! It has been a bit since I branded my first business. But, I will never forget the huge learning curve of figuring it out as I went. 🤦🏼♀️ I didn’t have anyone to guide me. I just jumped in- that’s kinda my personality. Ha! I remember how many
Engagement Inspiration | Williamsburg-Engagement Photographer
Hi to all of my engaged readers on this awesome Wedding Wednesday. 🙋🏼♀️ Tossing a little something different into the mix today. I absolutely LOVE engagement portraits. They are a small, unique window of time. And, the connection and vibe during this season of life is so full. This season
How to Plan a Wedding Timeline | Wedding Photographer
Hi friends!! And, Happy Tuesday. We are finally seeing a morning without rain here in the southeast. But, let me be transparent in saying that it is not sunny. You guys! Anyone else sooooooo over this late winter weather? 🙋🏼♀️ I am cheering for Spring to get it’s beautiful, sunny,
What in the World is a Grooms Cake? | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Hello, friends!! Show of hands… How many of you either are planning to have or did have a Groom’s Cake at your wedding? 🙋🏼♀️ Yes!! I love this tradition. Wedding cakes are seriously one of my favorite. They are one of my favorites to look at. They are one of
Wild and Free | Annabelle + Ivy Wedding Photographer | Williamsburg
It is Wedding Wednesday, folks. Annnnnnd, OH BOY!! I just love this shoot I’m about to share. Part of being a traveling wedding photographer is having the opportunities to stretch my comfort zone way out, try on new ideas, locations, lighting, and client personalities. For those of you that I