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Hi - I'm Saren. Wife of 20 years to my studmuffin hubs Randy AND mama to a son "Red" & daughter Gracey.
I have a Master's degree in Education/Counseling I'll never use because once I picked up a camera (right after my daughter was born), I was HOOKED. I'm a right-brained gal who loves all things design - Interior design, floral design, studio set design for beautiful portraits. This job I stumbled into is PERFECT for me so I'm not sad about the 4 year of Master's degree work ;)
Besides photography - I love all things girly: hair, nails, fashion, cooking, interior & floral design.
I hope you're able to find some inspiration here on my page for your next photoshoot.
xoxoxoxo, Saren
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I had the best time with this sweet family, exploring the park and soaking up that last bit of summer sunshine. From giggles in the grass to the best view on Dad`s shoulders, I love how every image feels like a happy little slice of life.
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@lizziedmitchell
Those first little reaches. 😍
There’s nothing like watching a new baby curl their fingers around yours - tiny hands, soft skin, and the start of something so big.
This session was filled with all the little details that matter: curled toes, sleepy snuggles, and the quiet beauty of new beginnings.
If you’re expecting, now’s the perfect time to reserve your newborn session. We’ll take care of every detail so you can focus on what matters most.
Booking now for fall and winter due dates - link in profile!
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@jillian_algiere
Beach sessions like this are hard to beat.
The breeze was just right, the light kept getting better by the minute, and this gorgeous family was as sweet (and stunning!!) as can be.
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I absolutely love seeing return clients back for a clean and classic studio portrait session. If you`ve aged out of our outdoor family photo opportunities, we always have a studio option for a mini or full session together full of elegant, classic imagery for your walls, your holiday cards and ore.
With three kids at different ages and stages, we gave everyone their own little moment to shine. From sweet smiles to quiet confidence, it all came through so naturally. And when they came together? You could really feel the love.
These are the kind of portraits that hold onto something real. Not just how they looked, but who they are - right now.
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@ericamurr
From the first skeptical glance at the cake to frosting-covered fingers and those irresistible little grins, this session was everything I love about milestone photography. Curious, full of wonder, and so true to who she is in this moment.
I’ve had the absolute honor of photographing this little one all year long, and watching her grow into her beautiful personality has been such a gift. Thank you for sharing this with me, @stinasstars.
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The lavender field and soft evening light were the perfect backdrop for this beautiful session. You could just tell how much this beautiful family loves being together - the way they laughed, held hands, and looked at each other said it all. It was such a sweet glimpse into their world.
So grateful to help preserve moments like these.
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@hill_freya
So much of this work is built on connection, and when a family finds me through Instagram and trusts me to capture something as sacred as their newborn session? It’s never lost on me.
Thank you, thank you, thank you to Owen and Olivia for the kind words, the joy you brought to the studio, and the trust you placed in me. It was such an honor to photograph these first tiny moments - the little details that pass too quickly but mean everything.
Feeling grateful to do what I do.
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The sky turned soft as this sweet family reached the edge of the shore , gifting us with one of those sunsets that summer memories are made of.
There was so much joy between these four, and with baby on the way, every hug and laugh carried extra love and excitement.
These are the moments that matter - the kind you feel in your heart long after the sun dips below the horizon.
@jillianlea84
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Bathed in soft light and wrapped in timeless silhouettes, this session radiated grace and elegance.
With every outfit change, we revealed a new side of this radiant mama. Soft draping, bold silhouettes, and just the right touch of glamour made for a gallery that feels both timeless and stunning.
It’s always such an honor to create space for women to feel celebrated and luminous during this season of life. What we captured here? Pure beauty, from the inside out.
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One of those sessions I’ll never forget.
This family brought the love, the laughter, and the style to the shore - and the beach gave us everything in return. Soft golden light, warm breezes, and the kind of energy that turns photos into magic.
I still can’t get over how beautiful these turned out. Truly one for the books.
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@lyssa537
One minute they’re in your arms, the next they’re crawling toward their next big adventure.
This milestone session was full of movement, giggles, and that determined little crawl that only a one-year-old can pull off.
Her dress may have been picture-perfect, but it was those in-between moments -curious hands, wide eyes, and that little grin that showed up when she realized she was the star - that really stole the show.
These are the days that go by fast. I’m so grateful I get to help families hold onto them just a little longer.
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Soaking it all in.
The light, the laughter, the long days that always feel like they end too soon.
Thank you to every family who made this summer such a magical one to photograph. Your barefoot joy, your golden hour hugs, your beachside silliness - I’ll never stop smiling about it.
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