great engagement session telephone idea

These two are great friends of mine and wanted to have a fun-lovin photo session with me even though they aren't engaged YET!  They are both a hoot and a half, as you can see.  More to come of this love bird photo session. These telephone shots are just the beginning...

fine art child portraits

I just stumbled across these images of Maggie.  During the bustle of summer portrait sessions sometimes I can forget to blog even the sweetest of images.  I'm sure this little one could keep us all entertained with a whole blog to herself.  Looking over my portfolio yesterday I was literally cooing at  my computer when I saw these.  Her wistful little girl portraits from the sunnier Portland months remind me that winter is a great time to review my work, sift, shuffle and reflect.  Thanks, Maggie!

 

all photos taken by www.saravandepasphotography.com

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Welcome sweet little T!

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"Sara, your pictures are amazing!!! Thank you so much; we LOVE them! We feel so lucky to have you as our photographer. You are so talented and take beautiful shots with great depth."

You are welcome!  I'm so glad you love your engagement photos.

 I'm honored and excited to shoot your wedding this summer!   

 This is a great season to have an engagement session!  Call or email me to book yours!  541-990-6457

Fall Family Portraits: Just look at those leaves!

You just can't go wrong with two adorable chiquitas and gorgeous fall leaves!  I loved this family portrait shoot in North Portland.

    

          

awww, pouty/confused face is just as sweet!

Giving Back: Celebrating Adoptive and Foster Families

I was invited to volunteer at a National Adoption Day  celebration honoring adoptive and foster families this fall and I'm planning to make my participation an annual affair. Organized by the Boys and Girls Aid, kids and families enjoyed clowns, magicians, free medical checkups and a free professional portrait by me!  

Thanks to all the families who trusted me to photograph them.  Your gift of a loving home is immeasurable and strengthens our entire community.

Happy Holidays to you and yours!

"Are you guys brother sister?" I asked.  

"Yep, we're twins!" the puppy dog replied with a loving grin and threw his around her.

I don't normally work with a backdrop but really like the way these turned out and will likely use this setup through the winter as the weather keeps us indoors.  

and of course, no amazing free event is complete without lots of cheery and dedicated volunteers!
Thanks for including me in such a great event. :) Sara

Senior Portraits

High school seniors are rewarding to work with and this beauty, Madison, was no exception. 

She was very present, open for anything and eager albeit a tad unsure about her plans for the next few years.  I love photographing people at such an important age, where the world is wide open and some beautiful photos may be just the boost you need to take it all on.