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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!
Let your Wedding Pay for your Honeymoon
If you are like many modern couples there is part of your wedding you and your fiancé will be paying for. Maybe you’ve saved for a year and you finally have enough to cover your amazing Knoxville venue and caterer, but that doesn’t leave room in your budget for the
Choosing Your Wedding Ceremony Music | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Ah, music. Such a powerful thing. Have you ever heard a song and immediately been transported back to a different place and time? Your wedding ceremony music can be that powerful. After over 200 weddings I can still get teary-eyed hearing the first few notes of Pachelbel’s Canon in D
Ways to Involve Your Mother in Your Wedding | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Mom, Mama, Mother, Mommy…. So many names – one amazing human. And, a person that you will not only want to share this once and a lifetime experience with, but someone you will truly want to celebrate these moments with. 💖 Maybe your mom is at your side helping you
Surviving Portraits with the Kiddos- Family Portraits 101 | Williamsburg Family Photographer
Hey there! I hope life is treating you kindly. I’m glad you’ve stopped by this post. I imagine you’re here for a reason 🙂 If I was a betting gal (which, thankfully I’m not!! lol), I would bet you’re planning family portraits and have some kiddo involved. Yes?? Alright!! Well,
Should You Rent Your Wedding Dress?
The sharing economy may have brought us cool new companies like Uber and AirBNB – but our favorite development by far is the option for brides to rent a dress for their wedding day! Guys have been renting tuxedos for years – it’s only fair! If you’ve started to shop
3 Reasons to Schedule Family Portraits in Late Spring!
Spring and early summer are such gorgeous seasons here in East Tennessee. It is truly one of our favorite times to capture portraits, here are three reasons why: 1 – the Blooms! The flowers are blooming, the trees are blooming – there is color bursting from everywhere. These beautiful blossoms
What Should the Groom Wear – Part 2 | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
We’re back to answer more on one of the most asked questions we get when we sit down with our couples to talk about their wedding – What should the groom wear? Check out the last post for more of the basics! Shoes and Accessories You’ll want to wear brown
What Should the Groom Wear? – Part 1 | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Many brides have been dreaming of their wedding day since they were little girls! No wonder choosing the perfect wedding dress is one of their favorite parts about getting married. Many grooms, on the other hand, have never really thought about it and now that the time is here, it’s
Adding Humor to Your Wedding Vows – Is it Okay to be Funny? | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
You and your fiancé have FUN together and one of the things that bonds you is humor. Is it okay to have some fun with your wedding vows? Usually yes! Here are some things to consider: • If you are having a religious ceremony, particularly if it’s in a church,
Meet Your Photographer | Tuesday Tip | Wedding Planning
Hey there, Bride-to-Be! It’s Tuesday again- And, you know what that means! My Tuesday-Tip! This week it speaks to You- Brides and Grooms that have started the wedding planning process. This Week’s Tip is Super Simple, but Incredibly Important:: “Meet Your Photographer before Signing the Service Agreement” It may not
Kids at Your Wedding – Top Tips for Keeping Them Happy | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Having kids at your wedding can make the experience SO much fun and it’s something they will remember for a lifetime. As adorable as they are, we realize that kids are kids and having a little advanced planning will help alleviate some of their potential nervousness and go a long way
Sunrise Engagement Session | Rossana & Ryan | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Hello, friends! I’m sooooo excited to see Spring finally here! In fact, I’m sitting writing this wedding blog, sipping on hot coffee with a little hazelnut almond cream as the sun pours into my studio- all the awesome feels. ❤️ This is the season for engagement portraits and wedding days!
Your Legacy is My Why | Williamsburg Wedding & Family Photographer
Hey Hey there, everyone! I hope this Saturday has some fun plans in-store for you…or, at the very least some relaxation. ❤️ Around here, well…we are prepping for Keenan-Thing- Four’s 15th birthday party. Yes… help me, Lord!! 20 amazing 15-year-olds will take over the house this evening…send me all the
Bridal Hairstyle Trends – Pretty, Fresh Ideas for Your Wedding Day Style
I’m excited to share some of the beautiful, fresh ways we’ve seen brides wearing their hair this wedding season – and I promise not to suggest you wear a full flower bouquet in your hair – yes, we’ve seen it on the New York fashion runways {and, looooove it!}. But,
Amy & Billy | Simple and Elegant Wedding | Williamsburg Photographer
Happy Wednesday, all! Half way through our week here and loving that Wedding Wednesday’s allow me to dig a little deeper into the wedding files to show-off a few of the amazing couples that we now call friends. ❤️ I met Amy at the Summer Wedding Expo and connected with
Dogs in Weddings: Our Top Tips for Incorporating a Furry Best Friend into Your Special Day!
You share your life with them; so naturally you would want to make them a part of the most important day of your life. We understand! We LOVE it when your wedding photography includes furry family friends. Here are a few things you should keep in mind to keep things
Devin & Zach | Currituck Club Wedding | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Heeeeeyyy there, you!! So glad to see you peaking around here! Maybe you’re planning a wedding?! I hope so! And, many, many congratulations if you are. What an awesome life journey you have begun. Marriage is one of the greatest gifts in life, reaping everything that you sow and giving
Bethany & Jared | Pine Island Lodge | Williamsburg Based Wedding Photographer
Hi friends! And, hello to you if you are a new reader here! I am glad you have stopped to check out our art and the fun we have creating it here at Westland Farms Studio. 2018 was an awesome year of weddings and family portraits all over the southeast