the art of showing your story and keeping it yours

Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with white chairs and guests gathering on a sunny hillside.
Tender family moment on blue bed with baby in cozy bedroom setting.

the big picture

I believe that your people and your relationships are what make you. Photographs of you and your loved ones help you keep things in perspective, reminding you of what and who truly is important in your life.

Here creating timeless imagery for the laid back kind in a natural and minimal way to reflect what it really felt like.

Hey, I'm Sara!

Black and white portrait series showing playful poses on a wooden chair against a bright background.

owner + lead photographer

Just over here taking things one day at a time with a summertime state of mind year-round. I’m Sara, I’m 37 years old. A wife, mom, daughter, sister, friend. I’ve been happily married to my guy since 2011 and our sons are 13, 11 and 9 years old. I'm a sucker for the ocean and never turn down a trip to a beach, survive on coffee and feel the most myself when I am in comfy clothes with my people.

get to know me a little better + check out my recent work ⇣
@willowrootsphotography
Couple shares romantic moment on rustic wooden dock overlooking lake.

Weddings


I am a sucker for the storytelling aspect of shooting such a meaningful day. I know how much love and time are poured into weddings and I document it all as it unfolds naturally for that reason.

Intimate black and white portrait capturing tender moment between parent and child.

Newborns


We let baby take the lead for your newborn session, these sessions are real and raw and beautiful. We keep things super simple, focus on all the details of your new little baby. We also get photos of the family with the baby and just taking it all in.

Group walks along sandy beach at sunset with bridge visible in background.

Families


Photographs with the whole family in the frame are so important not only for us as reminders of what we wake up and "adult" for each day but also to remind our kids every time they see that photo on the wall that "these are my people and I am loved".

FAQ

01/05

What is your editing style?

I lean hard into the true-to-life editing style, which honestly isn't much of a style but is a bit more timeless than some trends. I want the day that we are shooting, whether that is indoors or out, bright and sunny or dark and rainy - your photos will portray the memories made honestly.

What if we aren't great at posing?

I hear this often, you're not alone here! hell, I myself think the SAME thing when I am in front of a camera. I like to keep things pretty fluid with tons of conversation and movement throughout the posed aspects of our time together.

Can we meet up before we book?

It is pretty important that we both feel comfortable with each other before we start shooting so we can definitely grab a coffee, hop on a zoom call, or even just chat on the phone for a bit early on in the process to make sure it's a good fit.

When can we expect our photos to be delivered?

For weddings, I send out sneak peeks within a day or two of your wedding day and the full gallery is delivered within 2-4 weeks.

For sessions, I don't send out sneak peeks but you can expect your full gallery to be delivered within 5 days of your session. Be sure to follow along on instagram @willowrootsphotography because I sometimes share some BTS of the editing process.

How long do I have access to my gallery?

As of the start of '25, my gallery host website fees cover endless access for galleries so you will be able to access them for years to come. If that changes, I will be sure to let you know. I do always encourage clients to download all their images to external hard drives once they are delivered.

What gear do you use?

I am a Canon shooter. My main camera body is the Canon R5 with my backup being the Canon 1d X mark iii. I primarily use my Canon 24-70 2.8 mm lens but also have my canon 35 mm 1.4 lens. I keep both camera bodies and lenses with me at all times. Both camera bodies shoot with dual card recording and I use CF express B cards along with SD cards. I also always have my Godox V1 flash with me too if I need it for darker locations.

How far do you book out?

For weddings, I book out at most one year in an advance. Once you have your date locked in with a venue, if you're interested in working together shoot me an email and we can start talking out details!

For sessions, I open my booking in 3 month blocks at a time. My busiest seasons are April-July and then September-December.

you're never too late, you're not far behind just because a pretty social media post or timeline on Pinterest says otherwise, if you're planning in a shorter time frame don't let that you hold you up - reach out and we can start talking about all of your details as soon as you are ready!

Do you offer mentorships?

I do, as of this year - 2025, I am taking on a few mentor sessions in February, March and July. Send me an email for me details!

Do you rent out your studio space?

Yeahp, sure do! It is able to rent by appointment only and is $50 an hour.

01/09
A ruined temple building with crumbling stone walls stands amid green vegetation in the countryside.
Blue ink handwritten signature scrawl on white paper with multiple impressions showing through.
Seven small black icons depicting different elements like trees, clouds, and patterns arranged in a horizontal line.
Light blue cursive text reading 'Soft Skies, Strong Roots' on a white background.