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My name is Sarah and I am a Chesapeake-Virginia Beach-based photographer and branding specialist.
After 18 years as a photographer specializing in natural light photography, I 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!
The Cardwell Family Mini | Williamsburg Mini Sessions
Heelllooo, Friends! Have I ever mentioned that I LOVE mini sessions? They are not always a perfect fit. But, with little ones and spring flowers- they are almost always the perfect portrait sessions. Spring Portraits from this year were extra special. Having been under COVID quarantine for sometime, everyone was
That Photography Secret that Nobody Told Me | Williamsburg Photography Mentoring
Hi there, everyone! It is a Friday around here and looking to be an absolutely gorgeous one. Fridays are a special day of the week for me. I love Fridays because they are one of two days each week that I set aside to not schedule any type of photography
Traditional Wedding Ceremony | Williamsburg Wedding Photographer
Hey Hey, Wedding Peeps! Tuesday brings me to my Tuesday Tip! I love answering your questions. And, if you’re planning a wedding I would love to help answer anything you may be curious of. This Week:: What is the Sequence of a Traditional Wedding Ceremony? No Two Weddings are Identical
Props or No Props, That is One Question | Williamsburg Family Photographer
Heeelllooo, Friends and Happy Tuesday! My Family Portraits Tuesday’s Tip for this Week:: Keep the Use of Props Minimal and Realistic Minimal and Realistic Keeping the use of props as minimal and realistic as possible helps keep the focus of the images on the connection between people. And, connection is
Sneak Peak into Kassidy and Trevor’s Engagement Session | Williamsburg Photographer, Annabelle and Ivy
“It’s You Babe. It will Always Be You.”
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