Documentary Family Photography
“Listen, and you will realize that we are not made of cells and atoms. We are made of stories.” Mia Couto
Documentary family photography and “Day In the Life” sessions in Portland, Oregon.
Why you’ll never look back:
Real life, really beautiful.
These aren’t just photos—they’re pieces of your story, frozen in time. The quiet hugs, the belly laughs, the crumbs on the floor—moments that feel ordinary now, but someday, you’ll ache to remember them. And you will.
These photos will never get outdated. Like memories, they only get more precious with time.
Your legacy in frames.
Think of it as a love letter to your kids. One day, they’ll look back and see just how wild, wonderful, and real their childhood was—with all its messy, honest glory.
Zero pressure, 100% you.
No prep, no posing, no matching outfits required (or allowed!). Just your crew doing what you do best: living your life (not posing someone else’s).
Good for the soul.
This kind of storytelling isn’t just heartwarming—it’s healing. It reminds you that your life, exactly as it is right now, is beautiful and absolutely worth remembering. Your life is art. Together we make heirloom art of everyday life.
These are the photographs that remember when you can’t. They bring you back home.
(Still unsure about this genre? Check out my blog post about why you’ll never look back.)
The results brought tears to our eyes and we'll cherish the photos forever. We are already looking forward to working with Sara again to capture the next season of our little family. She has a real gift for creating art out of everyday life. - Ellie
Ways to work with me:
“Day in the life of” session, 12 hours
Pajamas to pajamas, this session is a real treasure. A full day worth of your life together that you will get to remember forever. I will tag along to wherever your day takes you and freeze time for you. You’ll get a colorful mix of fun, chaos, quiet, and all the everyday adventures that make your family unique. I welcome all moods, all activities, and all the stained clothes. To see more images, click here.
“Little stories” session, 3-4 hours
This session is about the magic tucked into small moments - the kind that slips by quietly but stays in your heart forever. A cozy Saturday mornings in pajamas, messy ice cream smiles, trip to the zoo or the farmer’s market, cheering from the sidelines at soccer games, and all the simple joys in between. For families of all sizes and ages. To see an example of what this looks like, click here.
Sessions and Investment:
“Day in the life of” session, 12 hours
For couples and families of all sizes and ages.
Session fee: $900“Little stories” session, 3-4 hours
Moments in your day that will stay in your heart forever.
Session fee: $500
Your session fee includes:
a personalized planning call to help bring your vision to life
my time and creative energy during the session
hand-editing each image
Story Design session where you will choose artwork and products that best reflect your story and style.*
travel within one hour of your location**
* Please note that no digital files or printed products are included in the session fee. During our Story Design session, you’ll have the opportunity to select from a curated collection of custom wall art, heirloom albums, and other timeless printed pieces.
** Travel beyond one hour is warmly welcomed and subject to a modest travel fee.
“Sara has a wonderful ability to turn those chaotic moments into beautiful memories that live on forever through her photos. We absolutely love working with Sara and are looking forward to many more special moments captured by her.” - Suhila
