journal

home

about

packages

portfolio

contact

Welcome to My Journal

the blog

This is where I share all of my giddy thoughts and emotions from wedding days to engagement sessions, all while also sharing education for couples like you the plan your best day!

This St. Louis Engagement Session with Gabrielle and Eli was the perfect mix of calm, editorial park moments and fun, candid chaos, in the best way! We started at Tower Grove Park during golden hour, when the light is soft and everything feels a little dreamy, then wrapped things up at Up-Down Bar, a spot […]

Engagements & Couples

Gabrielle & Eli’s St. Louis Engagement Session at Tower Grove Park and Up-Down Bar

read the blog

Gabrielle & Eli’s St. Louis Engagement Session at Tower Grove Park and Up-Down Bar

From the start, Leah & Cade knew they wanted their Editorial Engagement Session to feel elevated, modern, and very them. We spent the day moving through two iconic St. Louis locations, the St. Louis Central Library and Forest Park, leaning into architecture, movement, and quiet in-between moments. The result was a gallery that feels effortlessly […]

Engagements & Couples

An Editorial Engagement Session at the St. Louis Central Library & Forest Park

read the blog

An Editorial Engagement Session at the St. Louis Central Library & Forest Park

Hannah & Kayla’s day at Sunset Bluffs was the perfect mix of colorful, modern, and completely them, the kind of celebration that makes you smile the entire time you’re photographing it. For this LGBTQ St. Louis Wedding, the two brides leaned into bold tones, soft neutrals, and that beach-y quarry backdrop that Sunset Bluffs is […]

Weddings & Elopements

A Colorful LGBTQ St. Louis Wedding at Sunset Bluffs: Hannah & Kayla’s Modern Celebration

read the blog

A Colorful LGBTQ St. Louis Wedding at Sunset Bluffs: Hannah & Kayla’s Modern Celebration

Lilly & Curtis’s day was one of those instant chills kind of days, an Elegant St. Louis Wedding that blended their classic style with a fun, modern, editorial twist. From the moment I arrived at her family home to capture the morning moments, it was clear this day was rooted in tradition, but told in […]

Weddings & Elopements

Elegant St. Louis Wedding at Our Lady of the Pillar & Norwood Country Club

read the blog

Elegant St. Louis Wedding at Our Lady of the Pillar & Norwood Country Club

Grace and Jonathan’s Wedding at Missouri Botanical Garden looked like a true garden-party dream from start to finish. The soft pinks, lush summer greens, and all the floral details made the whole day feel light, romantic, and completely effortless. The Botanical Garden is already iconic on its own, but these two brought their own classic, […]

Weddings & Elopements

Grace & Jonathan’s Dreamy Wedding at Missouri Botanical Garden

read the blog

Grace & Jonathan’s Dreamy Wedding at Missouri Botanical Garden

Marissa and Luke’s Micro Wedding in Ladue was the perfect blend of upscale beauty and family-centered celebration! Their day started with a heartfelt Catholic ceremony at the Church of the Annunziata before everyone made their way to Marissa’s parents’ home for an intimate reception. It was one of those days that felt effortless, elegant, classic, […]

Weddings & Elopements

cute picture of the newlyweds kissing

read the blog

Timeless Elegance: Marissa & Luke’s Private Residence Micro Wedding in Ladue, MO

There’s something about a St. Louis engagement session that just hits different, especially when it’s downtown, mixing editorial energy with a laid-back twist. Caitlin and Andrew wanted their session to feel modern and fun, with that effortlessly cool vibe that feels true to them. We started at the St. Louis Central Library for that clean, […]

Engagements & Couples

Editorial & Playful: Caitlin & Andrew’s Downtown St. Louis Engagement Session

read the blog

Editorial & Playful: Caitlin & Andrew’s Downtown St. Louis Engagement Session

When it comes to St. Louis Wedding Videography, we’re all about transforming real, joy-filled moments into cinematic keepsakes that feel like you! Every film we create is a creative collaboration, blending your vision with our artistry to tell your love story in a way that’s genuine, emotional, and timeless. Whether you’re drawn to that nostalgic […]

Weddings & Elopements

Your Dream Wedding Film Starts Here: Creative St. Louis Wedding Videography

read the blog

Your Dream Wedding Film Starts Here: Creative St. Louis Wedding Videography

Every once in a while, I photograph a wedding that feels like stepping straight into a movie, and this Wedding at Piper Palm House was exactly that! Katelyn and Marco’s day was editorial, cinematic, and full of intentional beauty. From the moment they shared their mood board with me, I knew we were creating something […]

Weddings & Elopements

golden hour bridal portraits

read the blog

Editorial Wedding at Piper Palm House: Bringing a Mood Board Vision to Life

There’s just something about Central Library Engagement Photos that makes me obsessed every single time! Liz and Graylon brought the perfect mix of classy and laid-back to their session. Starting downtown at the stunning St. Louis Central Library and ending at Tower Grove Park as the sun set. It felt like two totally different worlds […]

Engagements & Couples

Cinematic Central Library Engagement Photos with Liz & Graylon

read the blog

Cinematic Central Library Engagement Photos with Liz & Graylon

Shannon & Brendan brought such effortlessly cool energy to their Tower Grove Park engagement session. From the moment they showed up, it felt like a scene straight out of an indie film! but in the most natural, laid-back way. Shannon wore this simple but stunning cream mini dress with just the right texture, and Brendan […]

Engagements & Couples

Shannon & Brendan’s Cinematic Tower Grove Park Engagement Session

read the blog

Shannon & Brendan’s Cinematic Tower Grove Park Engagement Session

Planning an intimate celebration and feeling like every photographer in town only offers full-day coverage? You’re not alone! That’s exactly why I created my Small Wedding Package, a photo & video bundle designed for couples planning elopements, untraditional weddings, or even just a reception after tying the knot elsewhere. This package makes it easy to […]

Weddings & Elopements

The Best Small Wedding Package in St. Louis for Elopements & Untraditional Weddings

read the blog

The Best Small Wedding Package in St. Louis for Elopements & Untraditional Weddings

I'm Sarah, the soul behind Sarah Kellie Photo & Film.

Whether it's through photos that resemble oil paintings or films that make you feel like the star of your own movie, my aim is to offer an effortless and worry-free experience. So, go ahead and explore the blog, and if you feel a connection to our work and philosophy, we’d love to be part of your adventure.

Feel free to dig into the archive and don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need personalized guidance. We're here to make your journey towards 'I do' as magical as possible!

 Since 2018, I’ve dedicated myself to capturing couples at their most genuine, telling love stories with a lens.

Reach out here!

Copyright © Sarah Kellie LLC All Rights Reserved | Brand & Website Design | Copywriting