INTIMATE. ELEGANT.

NOSTALGIC. INTENTIONAL.


documentary styled imagery

digital & 35mm film photography

family is everything

my perspective

As a Mom, I've been humbled and stretched in ways I never knew I could. It's made me re-think the way I go about my process with everything that steps in front of my camera. My Dad passed away while I was pregnant with my daughter and never got to meet her. Every image I have of him is sacred. I sometimes photograph the last images taken of people. My clients cherish these photos forever and it's my job to pay attention to the emotion, the detail and the joy.

It's intentional imagery for generations.

WHAT YOU REALLY WANT TO KNOW ABOUT ME...

Fact #1


Gifts is my love language and I'm also a 2 on the enneagram.

Fact #2


I've played softball since I was 5, and played D1 in college.

I also have a Business Degree and a Masters Degree in Organizational Leadership.

Fact #3


I have to buy a souvenir t-shirt or crew neck sweatshirt anytime I visit a place on vacation... I have so many crewnecks from different places. I'm obsessed with souvenirs. My husband thinks I'm insane. ;)


Fact #4


Originally from Northern California south of Lake Tahoe. I've been in Colorado since 2013. I'm obsessed with the ocean but also love the country, wide open space and slow living.

my sweet family.

The heart & soul behind my photos...


Being a wedding photographer was actually never my dream. It never crossed my mind. I went to school for business and thought I'd be an entrepreneur, but didn't think it'd be photography. Photography was always my creative outlet, something I loved to do that made me happy.


When 2020 hit, I got married in June, and in September I bought a brand new camera and lens and quit my 9-5 corporate marketing job. I wanted to create intentional relationships with my clients & be the one who captures the most memorable moments in their lives. I felt so unfulfilled in the corporate world because I wanted to do more and make an impact on the wedding industry. I saw that there were many photographers to choose from, but I kept asking myself "do they truly love their job? Are they doing this for relationship & documenting true love, or are they here for the content?" I wanted to change this narrative.

So I'm here to do just that.



I want to have a relationship with my clients. I care about you two, your story, & who you are. Knowing you better will only help me to capture who you are in your truest form. If you're wanting a photographer who will just show up, pose you, deliver the photos, and that's it... Let me be clear, I'm not the photographer for you. I want to work with people who are OBSESSED with my work and want to work with me, but more importantly they want to let me into their story! After all, we're sharing special intimate memories and moments in your lives together. I am very invested in my art, my creativity, and this craft as my livelihood. You loving your photos MATTERS to me.  I spend way too much time dreaming about the days that your children, grandkids, or family members, will be flipping through your photo albums, and a story will be told through the photos I took of the happiest memories in your life.

That is the heart behind this business.


I am a sucker for photos that make you FEEL something. You can feel the passion on their faces as they step into marriage together. You can feel the joy in their hearts as they celebrate bringing a life into this world after years of infertility. You can see the moment she had dreamed about for years, as he gets down on one knee. You can empathize with a father's watery eyes as he see his little girl for the first time on her wedding day. I've captured these moments. I've witnessed them. They're raw, they're full of vulnerability, and that's why I do this. That's why I care so much that we're the perfect fit for one another.



So, if you're here and you're wondering why you should work with me? It's because I'm invested in you and I want to tell your story so that you can cherish these moments forever. My mission with each of my clients is connection, intentionality, and vulnerability. This is the secret sauce for the most impactful imagery.

x Sarah

what to expect when we hang out

come on an adventure with me

Just imagine I'm gifting you two the most epic date night. We will thoughtfully plan this date night with things you love. I'll take it from there. I'll give you direction and prompt you two to connect with one another. All I ask from my couples is to lean into the process. Photos that make you feel something require you two to get vulnerable & to be willing to connect with each other. This requires your trust in me and my abilities. I promise it'll be worth it!

I live for the opportunity to capture your love, because I get to be a small part of the rest of your lives. Whenever you re-live those memories, I get to share in that joy with you. I'm a sucker for creating art around your story, who you are, and your expression of love. My goal is to capture a side of you, that only YOU know. That silly side, the belly laughs, the tears, the raw emotion, and the confidence & beauty you exude.

- Sarah

you're not a client, but a part of the family

love the kempers

we're so thankful you're here & we can't wait to get to know you.

Abby & Tom // Colorado

Sarah is truly incredible. My husband and I hired Sarah to photograph our engagement photos and our microwedding, which was included in one package. Before we even met Sarah, she wanted to talk to my husband and I on the phone to get to know us, which immediately set her apart in our minds. Sarah is thoughtful, personable, professional and so kind-hearted. My husband and I are a bit camera shy and aren’t the most photogenic but Sarah made us feel so comfortable. As soon as we saw our engagement photos, we knew that we had made the right choice in picking Sarah. Our photos turned out beautifully and she captured the essence of our relationship. My husband and I ran into multiple challenges as we planned our wedding from changing our date and location to experiencing complications with COVID and altitude sickness. Without skipping a beat, Sarah worked with us along the way and reassured us that we would have the best wedding day. On the day of our wedding, Sarah was ready bright and early to capture our special moments and did much more than photograph our day. She assisted our vendors in navigating any challenges, talked to our families like they were hers and took the most beautiful photos. She did all of this while being 8 months pregnant! Her husband also came to assist and they were the sweetest couple who captured all our special moments! Since we had such an intimate wedding it was important to us to vibe with our vendors since we’d spend more time with them and Sarah and her husband fit in perfectly. When my husband and I look at our wedding photos, we really feel like we’re there again. Through Sarah’s work, we’re able to relive this day and will for many years to come! She is truly the best in the biz!

Lauren Weller // Fort Collins, CO

Where do I even begin?! We had the privilege of working with Sarah for our wedding photography, first off, her work truly speaks for itself. Sarah is simply amazing at what she does and incredibly talented at capturing real authentic moments. Not only is she passionate about photography, but her genuine heart and ability to find beauty in the small details shines brightly. I can confidently say her photos rival veteran photographers, and her dedication and work ethic are equally unmatched. From day one after my inquiry, she showed up every single time. From emails, texts, phone calls, to coffee meet ups, she has been on top of it all, making the planning process easy and seamless. I joke that she took on the role of photographer, planner, and friend. Words cannot express how blessed and full our hearts are that Sarah was part of our wedding day and captured memories that will last a lifetime.


Sydney & Tyler // Denver, CO

Where do I even begin? To know Sarah is to love Sarah and feel loved! We’ve been working with Sarah for about 3 years now and this past weekend we had her shoot our most important day, our wedding! Sarah was intentional, kind, fun, and truly just so wonderful all day long. She made our whole wedding party and family feel comfortable in front of a camera, everyone was raving all day about how sweet Sarah was. When you hire Sarah, you’re getting more than a photographer! Sarah made sure our day ran smoothly and was with us every step of the way. She is a true gem and the best human you will ever meet.


Sarah provided a sneak peek gallery less than 24 hours after our wedding and the raw emotions she caught from the day are something we will never be able to repay her for. The love we felt all day long gleam through the photos and we could not be more thankful that.


Do yourself a favor and hire Sarah for all of your photo needs, but certainly for your wedding! We are Sarah’s biggest fans, forever!


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