Hi, I'm Sara!
1. I'm named after the song Sara by Fleetwood Mac.
2. I was born and raised in Minnesota but like the rest of the world, I fell in love with New Zealand on screen watching Frodo (& Sam) save Middle Earth.
3. The first time I stepped foot here was in 2010 when I was a senior in high school. It changed my life to say the least.
4. I came back to NZ in 2016 on a working holiday visa and am a permanent resident!
5. It's a good day if I have time to make myself a matcha or french press coffee at home.
6. I became a mother in 2022 and there's nothing more humbling and more dear to my heart than my son.
7. Becoming a new mom has really shown me that is really is the small or mundane moments that no one sees that are the ones that stick out the most.
8. I got my first tattoo when I was 16 and have too many to count.
9. Besides quality time I would say that food is definitely my love language!
10. I very much miss snow. So if you're looking for a photographer who enjoys shooting in a winter wonderland, I'm your girl!
I'm glad you're here!
With over a decade of photography experience behind my camera strap, I crave shades of green and muted earth tones as you can see in my work. My inspirations are the vast landscapes I get to witness and the unique stories we all have.
I'm an American who fell in love with New Zealand. I'm a dog person and a proud mum living in Parakai, Auckland. But will happily travel to all corners of Aotearoa to photograph you.
x s.g.
WHAT YOU'LL BE GETTING
As your photographer you'll be getting someone who loves adventuring before anything. Finding the beautiful location or the perfect light brings out my passion as much as the sweet glances and subtle moments between lovers. If you are down for it, I'd love to plan an epic spot for photos. Something different. Whether that be in the city or the mountains. I'll be there to capture you in your element as well as give you guidance to not leave you hanging. I like the non-traditional element of life — lets embrace the real you not what you might think photos have to be. If you like what you see around here make sure you get in touch to plan your shoot. I can't wait to create with you!
Upcoming Travel
October 2026 → USA