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I'm Sarah and I'm excited that you're here. This blog is journal about my clients, travels, favorite things and style. Stay a while and say hello!

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Camera Modes: Auto vs. Manual

  Here is a quick run-down of the the basic shooting modes of most digital cameras – DSLRs and most compact point and shoot cameras have these. Now, a DSLR (Digital Single-Lens Reflex) is the big honkin’ camera that professional photographers and many serious hobbyists have – you have a camera body & can change your lens […]

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I solemnly swear I am up to no good….

In honor of the final installment of my most favorite book & movies series in the whole wide world – Here’s some Potter love, Hogsmeade style….& A little slideshow set to music can be found at: Welcome to Hogsmeade. photos from “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” @ Universal Studios Orlando, FL

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Manual camera settings – Cheat Sheet!

Who doesn’t love a cheat sheet to make things more simple! I’m not talking about the cheat sheets to pull a fast one on your math teacher, I’m talking Cliff Notes style. Since I plan to start a series on photography basics & tips I thought what better way to start then to provide this […]

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Styled Session Teaser!

This past weekend I had the pleasure to photograph an Americana themed styled session – just in time to celebrate the 4th! With the planning & organization Rebecca Carrion of Timeless Events the Babcock House set the location to celebrate America & our Independence day – southern style. Let’s kick off the holiday weekend with […]

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Shabby Chic Tea Party! | Virginia Wedding Photographer

Saturday my Mom & I hosted a bridal brunch in honor of my sister Ashley, who is getting hitched in August. I wanted a European bakery theme, which evolved into Shabby Chic Tea Party, complete with china, antique silverware, tea set, croissants & cupcakes. We couldn’t have done it alone that’s for sure! Her soon […]

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