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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!
Top 5 Honeymoon Locations for 2020 | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Hi Brides and Grooms! Back on this Tuesday with another wedding planning tip. But, this time we are not chatting about your wedding day. We are taking a look at planning a honeymoon. I mean, planning a wedding is fun. But, honeymoon planning can be super fun, (and super distracting!).
Sunny Farm Wedding| Riverview Family Farm, Williamsburg Photographer
Happy Day, friends! Today’s real wedding post is from Kristi and Chad’s summer farm wedding at the Riverview Family Farm in West Knoxville. I love this farm for SO many reasons dating all the way back to the times that I spent here as a child with my lifelong friend,
Rehearsal Dinner Traditions | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Ahhh, the rehearsal day has come! This is not just a time to practice for the upcoming wedding day. It is an occasion to gather with those closest to you for an intimate, peaceful few hours over a nice meal and drinks. There are, of course, several traditions surrounding the
Bridal Boudoir Photography | Annabelle + Ivy, Williamsburg Boudoir Photographer
You are getting married! Yay!! You’ve selected a date, a venue, and booked me as your photographer (great choice 😁). You have made your guest list, your menu, and created a timeline for your reception. You bought your dress, your shoes, and wedding bands. Dang, girl! You’ve got it down.
Grit & Grace | Redrawing the Plan
Hi friends! If you have had the chance to follow along with my rebranding journey here in the Knoxville-Asheville areas, you have seen so many changes. I launched Westland Farms Studio two years ago covering all of the photography genres that I offer. Then, I launched Boudoir Studio Knoxville, Knoxville
When to Schedule Engagement Photos | Annabelle + Ivy, Williamsburg Engagement Photographer
Hii! And, Happy Friday! It is engagement season! Yes! That is a real thing. If you follow any wedding professional on social media, there is no doubt that since Thanksgiving you have heard the words “engagement season” a few times. That’s because the most recent statistics show that 41% of
Day of Wedding Coordinator – A Need or A Want? | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer, Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Hey, hey and happy Tuesday! I am back to answer a question from 2020 Bride Ashley – “Is having a wedding coordinator the day of your wedding a ‘need’ or a ‘want’?” The short answer, Ashley, is that a Day of Coordinator is absolutely a need. But, more importantly, here
How to Narrow Down Your Wedding Guest List | Williamaburg Wedding Photographer
Hello, hello and Happy Friday! When chatting with my couples about the wedding planning process, a question that often gets asked is :: HOW do you narrow down your guest list? And, what a great question!! Today’s wedding environment and flexibility among tradition allows for you to create a guest
Attending a Wedding Show | Williamsburg Photographer
Hello you beautiful brides and grooms! Happy Wednesday! Wedding Wednesday around here means me pulling on a little of my years of experience to share with you something that has to do with weddings! Inspiration, tips, tricks, or something that moved me that I hope will benefit you along your
Gifts for Your Wedding Guests | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Tis’ the season for giving and what a perfect time to talk about gifts for the guests at your wedding. These treasured loved ones have come to honor the beginning of your new life together. This gesture is a small token of appreciation for their coming to celebrate with you.
A Beautiful Winter Wedding | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
I fell in love! I just never thought through how beautiful a Christmas Wedding could be. The colors, the warmth, the crisp weather… Considering a Christmas Wedding? Say, yes! And, then consider the Santa cape 😉❤️ Enjoy this wedding inspiration! Wedding Vendors that Made this Dream Shoot Possible: Venue: Happily
Knoxville Photography Studio Update | Knoxville Studio Photographer
“Welcome!” Y’all, I can’t wait to see your faces and exclaim, “Welcome!” Next week I get to lay out the Welcome Mat outside my newly renovated Photography Studio door! Whoohoo! This week we are finishing up floors and final details! This means that if you are looking for formal, studio-based
Boho Wedding Style | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
One of moments I look forward to when preparing for a wedding day is my first few moments at the wedding venue. These are the moments where I get to see in real life the vision that my couples have been putting together, sometimes for years, ahead of their wedding
Tips to Help Plan Your Wedding Day Photography | Williamsburg Wedding Photographers
Hi there, Brides and Grooms! 💙 A question asked by 2020 Asheville Bride, Chloe:: What is the best time to schedule an outdoor wedding ceremony?” Great question! And, a super important answer when it comes to your wedding photography. 💙 As your photographers we want to work closely with you
Extended Family Portraits | Williamsburg Family Photographer
Hi everyone! The holidays are right around the corner! Which for many of us means time set aside with our entire family. Maybe not an official “family union.” But, a time when everyone travels to be together in celebration of religious holidays or simply the year we are leaving behind.
Giving the Gift of Pictures | Williamsburg Family Photographer
It sounds so cliche, I know. Like something you heard Hallmark or Disney or some other major marketer of family stuff say 10,0000 times growing up; “Give the Gift of Memories.” And in all transparency, if I heard a commercial on TV utter those words, I may roll
Straight Out of a Movie | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Hi Friends! It is Wedding Wednesday over here at Westland Farms and I have been doing the happy dance in preparation of sharing today’s gorgeous shoot with you. Traveling to Asheville to spend time with some of my favorite Creatives in the entire world, I had the opportunity to capture
Get a Little Mud on the Tires | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Hey, hey, everyone! #WeddingWednesday may be one of my favorite days for blogging. As I prepare for these posts, I find myself reliving the event that I’m sharing…often times smiling like a big goofball at my computer screen as I pull images. Me Preparing Wedding Posts = 😃 Haha! Seriously,