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With coffee in hand, I provide a range of photographic services, from weddings & unions to headshots and small business branding. As a musical theatre performer turned photographer, I give special commitment to being intentional, and making you feel seen and comfortable throughout the entire process.

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Abingdon Vineyards Fall Family Session

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Southwest Virginia Family Photographer Sarah Laughland at Abingdon Vineyards

Fall is a special time of year, and not just for the leaves. As a photographer in her first official year of business, I’d always heard about the “busy season”. I finally got to experience it for myself and honestly, I loved it! Even during a pandemic, it felt safe to meet families and couples outdoors and document their lives. Just because the past year feels like a blur doesn’t mean it won’t hold importance in our lives when we look back.

Abingdon and Southwest Virginia feel like my second home. I lived in Abingdon proper for almost 5 years, and I guess you could say it’s my first “adult home”. By that I mean, I’ve been a part of communities, but never ones that I joined without the help of family or friends. Abingdon is the place I grew up during my twenties, and I still make a point to keep one foot in the door at all times. The close-knit community is unlike anything I’ve ever experienced, and I refuse to take that for granted.

One of those special places is Abingdon Vineyards, a little wooded oasis hidden among the mountains. Even when bigger musical acts come through, it remains a small town affair. The wine is fantastic and if you go often enough, you’ll find folks to hang out with, dance with, all the good “day off” things! There’s a creek for kids to play in, and it’s connected to a river where they offer kayaking during the summer months!

Cameras for a Cause

As part of a fundraiser for continuing their pandemic programs, I partnered with the YWCA of Southwest Virginia & Northeast Tennessee to hold Fall Mini Sessions at several locations around the area. Kim and her family signed up for a slot at Abingdon Vineyards! It was such a treat meeting their family, and the richness of the fall colors suited the generational love so well. Their daughter didn’t hesitate to oblige when I asked her to play in the leaves!! We recreated an image from their wedding, and added the kids in the following image…these moments are so special. They represent the passage of time and the way we learn how to make room in our lives for others. I learn from each client in not only photography, but life. Ok…cheesy moment over 🙂 Enjoy!!

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mom and dad embrace kids in fall at abingdon vineyards
couple holds hands with kids against fall leaves at abingdon vineyards abingdon virginia
couple holds hands with kids against fall leaves at abingdon vineyards abingdon virginia
grandmother kisses grandson babies head at abingdon winery
family poses against fall leaves at abingdon vineyards abingdon virginia
family poses against fall leaves at abingdon vineyards abingdon virginia
kids with grandmother at fall mini session
kids with grandmother at fall mini session in abingdon virginia
kids with grandmother at fall mini session in abingdon virginia
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little girl throws fall leaves in abingdon virginia
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mom and dad embrace kids in fall at abingdon vineyards
mom and dad embrace kids in fall at abingdon vineyards
mom and dad embrace kids in fall at abingdon vineyards
mom and dad embrace kids in fall at abingdon vineyards
mom and dad embrace kids in fall at abingdon vineyards
mom and dad embrace kids in fall at abingdon vineyards

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- Vanessa & Chris

"Sarah is an extremely talented photographer. Not only are her skills phenomenal, but Sarah is an authentic and good soul all around. We absolutely loved having her as our photographer for our very intimate wedding. All our guests loved her too! I couldn't recommend Sarah enough. We found her by chance (I happened to follow her on Instagram per the recommendation of someone, but cant remember who). I always loved the pictures she would post and when we started looking for a photographer I thought of her and we reached out. I am so happy our paths crossed and Sarah was the person to document such a meaningful and magical day for us."

"All our guests loved her too!"

"All our guests loved her too!"

-KATIE

Sarah is wonderful! It's not just that she takes beautiful photos (which she obviously does!) - she is wonderfully communicative, sharp as a tack, and flexible. I had a delightful headshot/branding session with her.

I also coordinated a wedding where Sarah was the photographer and she was INCREDIBLE. A great wedding photographer requires stamina, a generous spirit, a head on a swivel, and a great eye for candid moments. She captured the spirit of the day in gorgeous images. The happy couple was so pleased!

You should hire her. Trust me on this. You should totally hire her.

"A great wedding photographer requires stamina, a generous spirit, a head on a swivel, and a great eye for candid moments."

"A great wedding photographer requires stamina, a generous spirit, a head on a swivel, and a great eye for candid moments."

-Glennis & varun

"...Sarah went above and beyond our expectations. She spent ample time talking with me about my vision of the day, provided a detailed itinerary to help me stay organized, and was a listening ear when I needed practical wedding advice. Her warmth, kindness, and genuine nature helped us feel comfortable in front of the camera. In addition, we are delighted with Sarah’s technical qualities as a photographer - her sense of mise-en-scène, attention to detail, and her remarkable ability to capture poignant and symbolic moments in an inter-cultural, inter-racial, pandemic wedding."

"Sarah went above and beyond our expectations..."

"She made everything easy and is warm and kind..."

- Kaleigh & Hannah

"Beyond being a good photographer, Sarah truly works to make her clients feel comfortable and special during her sessions. She is incredibly personable and there were never any awkward, empty moments during our session! My fiancee and I were truly in the moment and Sarah allowed us to have candid, special moments together while she captured them for us to remember forever...Our day was stress-free thanks to her detailed planning...I absolutely recommend Sarah for anyone and everyone. We are forever thankful for her openness and hard work."

"Sarah allowed us to have candid, special moments together..."

"Sarah allowed us to have candid, special moments together..."

-leila, singer & actress

"Sarah creates a fun, creative, and safe environment that brings out the very best you to photograph. I had a great time in my headshot session with her and I ended up with beautiful photos (that actually look like me) I would be proud to bring into any audition room. 10/10 would recommend!"

"Sarah creates a fun, creative, and safe environment..."

"She was so positive and helpful through the whole process!"

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