Why should you choose me?
Photographers are a dime a dozen nowadays. Everywhere you look there is a talented photographer.
Because I work to see you–really see you. I am not one for stiff, forced poses or rushed wedding day timelines. My primary goal is to document you, as you are, with the people you love–wherever that may be.
Photos need not be complicated–I’m here to serve you, capture you and your loved ones as you are at this moment in time, and provide you with timeless, cherished memories to hold onto–forever.
What info are you looking for?
Your wedding day is not a photoshoot. It is not about a perfectly choreographed first dance and it's not about the number of people in your bridal party. It is about you and the person you have chosen to spend forever with celebrating your love with those who mean the most.
I challenge the notion that your wedding needs to be an extravagant production to impress those in attendance. My goal is for you to slow down and truly experience your day while I capture each and every moment. My attention to detail and focus on emotive imagery, capturing the day as it happens is what draws my clients to my work.. At the end of the day the flowers will fade and your dress will be boxed up–but the photos, the memories–they are forever.
I value and prioritize natural movement and candid, documentary style imagery over stiff and forced posing. No two people are the same just as no two weddings are the same. Your gallery should reflect your personalities and your love story.
Weddings & Elopements
Lifestyle and portrait sessions vary from solo-headshots, couples portraits, or family sessions.
My approach to lifestyle and portraiture work is no different than my approach to all other sessions: capturing you and those you love where you are at, at this moment in time. Freezing these moments forever.
These sessions can take place wherever you'd like--including my photography studio located in Downtown Pensacola at no additional cost.
All sessions include the following:
- Unlimited photos taken, edited, and delivered
- 2-3 week turnaround time
- Location of your choosing (travel fees may vary)
Lifestyle & Portraiture
There is not much I love more as a business owner than working with other businesses to achieve their goals as a brand. I approach each branding session with a desire to create images that not only showcase my clients' services or products but also embodies their brand identity and what sets them a part.
I like to schedule a time to sit down or talk virtually with branding clients to truly get to know their goals for the session in order to craft an experience that is truly beneficial to them and their specific goals.
Whether my clients provide me with a mood board of inspiration or we create one together, it is important to me that the entire process is a collaborative effort to ensure I tell the story of their brand or business authentically.
All sessions include the following:
- Unlimited photos taken, edited, and delivered
- 2-3 week turnaround time
- Location of your choosing (travel fees may vary)
Branding & Creatives
More Info
The booking process. Money. Expectations.
Located in the heart of downtown Pensacola, FL, The Studio by SCP was started out of my desire to dive deeper into editorial and portrait work in a controlled environment which enables creativity to be cultivated. When moving into my second and current studio I created a space which is available to be rented out to any and all creatives.
For both mentorships and studio rentals, please email Sarahcolemanphoto@gmail.com. I will get back with you as soon as I can xx
Studio Rentals
After nearly 8 years in the industry I’ve come to find how vital it is to never feel as though you’ve truly “made it.” To continually create lasting, authentic imagery one must be willing to deny their pride and realize there is always more to learn. Whether you are just beginning your photography career or looking for specialized advice or a fresh outlook on your existing business, I’d love to work with you to help you achieve your goals. I take a hyper-personalized approach with each mentorship client to assess the areas in which your business needs to be strengthened. I work alongside you to not only equip you to reach your goals, but exceed them.
Mentorships & Education
For all session types, please use the form available on my contact page. Once you have submitted your inquiry, I will be back in touch via email to set up a consultation call or, if you are local to Pensacola and our schedules align, a meet up. We will then collaborate on the vision for your shoot to confirm availability, choose locations (whether it is at an event, outdoors, at your home, or in my studio), and identify the style of the shoot.
The Booking Process
My goal is to make art with people who are passionate about the people and places and things that they love. If you are not finding a service that matches your personal needs or financial capabilities, please still inquire and we can talk about your circumstances. I can custom craft (within reason) a package for any session type based on your wants and needs. Please note that all sessions and event coverage require a retainer upon booking, and all fees are due prior to our session or event date.
Finances & Accessibility
Your session is your time. When you book a session you have my full attention for our session duration, and you may use that time as you see fit. If that includes an outfit or location change, that is a-okay with me! Just know that we do not add extra time to the session duration. You are also most welcome to bring pets to our sessions. Some locations like local businesses and parks might have pet regulations, so please let me know in advance if you plan to bring your pet so we can confirm they are welcomed by our destination hosts.
Session Expectations
I am local to Pensacola, Florida on the Emerald Coast. If you are local to Pensacola or plan to travel here, there are no additional fees for travel. I LOVE to travel and want to see more of the world. I would love to come to you or travel with you anywhere in the world for destination weddings & elopements or portrait sessions. Travel fees for any destination outside of the Pensacola area will be evaluated based on the location. For Pensacola locals or visitors, there is no additional fee for choosing to use The Studio as the session venue when working with me.
Travel & Service Locations
Words from Lidia Dunayeva
WEDDING CLIENT
Sarah listens to every detail and requests, and Pinterest boards, and makes it happen!! Getting to work with such a thoughtful, and creative artist makes every photo shoot experience I have comfortable and so fun. Once Sarah is your photographer, you get beautiful photos, and also a beautiful friend.
Words from Michelle Doucet
BRANDING CLIENT
Sarah is the absolute BEST! I could write a novel about my experience with her but she just GETS IT! She really connects with her clients effortlessly & her vibe puts me at ease. She has her own creative vision but is always open to YOUR creative vision as well, especially for portraits or personal branding shoots which is what I’ve mainly done with her. I have photos to look back at for a lifetime & I couldn’t be more grateful for her sharing her personality, style, and skillset with the world!
Words from Maddie Policicchio
WEDDING CLIENT
Sarah is an absolutely amazing photographer and person. She knows how to capture the most beautiful moments on camera and you can feel all the emotions just by looking at the pictures. Sarah being my wedding photographer was easily the best decision I’ve ever made. She makes you feel so confident and comfortable when being photographed. I hope to have Sarah as my photographer for every milestone in my life!
Words from Hollie Trotter
BRANDING CLIENT
Working with Sarah Coleman is an absolute BLESSING!! She is such a talented human, and continues to elevate her career 👏🏼 I’ve never felt more beautiful and confident than when shooting with her. Truly if you haven’t booked with her like yesterday.. you should do it now!!
Words from Jen Sorensen
WEDDING CLIENT
never felt comfortable in front of the camera, but working with Sarah for my wedding was such a dream. She made me feel so confident and gave amazing directions. She captured classic shots and still delivered all the new trendy poses. The sneak peaks after the wedding were such a treat!! Her authentic and bubbly personality really sealed the deal. My husband and I are so lucky and honored to have a such an amazing professional capture our day!