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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!

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

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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

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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

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

Dylan and Stephanie’s wedding at Haue Valley was the definition of summer magic. This venue in Pacific, Missouri has it all, rolling fields, tons of greenery, and the dreamiest golden light at the end of the day. Their day showed off exactly why couples love it here: a space that feels both relaxed and elevated, […]

Weddings & Elopements

cute picture of the bride and groom kissing

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Why a Wedding at Haue Valley is the Perfect Choice for a Summer Celebration

There’s something so fun about a Chicago engagement session that feels like date night, and that’s exactly what Carley and Zak created! Their session was the perfect mix of casual, playful, and romantic. We started at Hopleaf, their go-to Andersonville bar for beers and fries, and ended the night at Montrose Beach, where they spend […]

Engagements & Couples

A Summer Chicago Engagement Session with Beers, Fries, and a Lake Jump

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A Summer Chicago Engagement Session with Beers, Fries, and a Lake Jump

If you’ve been searching for a countryside wedding venue that blends rustic beauty with modern farmhouse elegance, a Pine Hallow Farms wedding might be exactly what you’ve been dreaming of! Tucked between Eureka and House Springs, Missouri, this barn venue sits on 40 serene wooded acres, offering both indoor and outdoor spaces that feel private, […]

Weddings & Elopements

Your Complete Guide to a Dreamy Pine Hallow Farms Wedding in St. Louis

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Your Complete Guide to a Dreamy Pine Hallow Farms Wedding in St. Louis

It doesn’t get dreamier than a Hatcher’s Pass wedding in the heart of Alaska. Nate & Keil traveled north to say their vows surrounded by rolling green mountains, low-hanging mist, and the most peaceful stillness that only Alaska can bring! On her very first call with me, Keil mentioned she was crossing her fingers for […]

Destination Weddings

Nate & Keil’s Romantic Hatcher’s Pass Wedding with Misty Mountain Views

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Nate & Keil’s Romantic Hatcher’s Pass Wedding with Misty Mountain Views

There’s just something about summer evenings in Missouri that feels timeless, and Becca and Austin’s maternity session at Busch Wildlife in St. Charles was exactly that! With wildflowers in bloom, golden light spilling across the fields, and a soft summer breeze, the setting couldn’t have been more perfect. These two radiated so much love and […]

Engagements & Couples

Becca & Austin’s Summer Maternity Session at Busch Wildlife in St. Charles, MO

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Becca & Austin’s Summer Maternity Session at Busch Wildlife in St. Charles, MO

Amanda and Mitchell’s wedding at the Wild Carrot was classy, cool, and unapologetically them! These two wanted a celebration that felt elevated but never stuffy, and they pulled it off with total ease. From skipping cake cutting to custom trucker hats (yes, really), they ditched tradition in favor of a day that felt laid-back, intentional, […]

Weddings & Elopements

Amanda & Mitchell’s Effortlessly Cool Wedding at the Wild Carrot

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Amanda & Mitchell’s Effortlessly Cool Wedding at the Wild Carrot

If you’re starting to plan your big day and searching for unforgettable wedding venues in St. Louis, you’ve got options, and some seriously gorgeous ones! From timeless ballrooms dripping with chandeliers to airy greenhouses and lush gardens, these five venues are giving couples all the heart-eyes. Whether you’re planning an intimate or big celebration, here’s […]

Weddings & Elopements

Where to Get Married: The Best Wedding Venues in St. Louis for 2026 & 2027

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Where to Get Married: The Best Wedding Venues in St. Louis for 2026 & 2027

Tess & Jack’s wedding at 612 North was the perfect mix of timeless elegance and modern city vibes. From the moment we started the day at the Four Seasons to ending the night under twinkle lights and brick walls, it was nonstop magic! And with the St. Louis Arch peeking in from just about every […]

Weddings & Elopements

Tess & Jack’s Elegant Wedding at 612 North with St. Louis Arch Views

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Tess & Jack’s Elegant Wedding at 612 North with St. Louis Arch Views

There’s something so effortlessly timeless about a wedding at the St. Louis Art Museum, and Maddy & Tim’s day was the definition of modern meets laid-back elegance. They leaned into the beauty of the venue, the people they love most, and each other, and let everything else just be. No over-planning, no rushing from one […]

Weddings & Elopements

Maddy & Tim’s Modern Wedding at the St. Louis Art Museum

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Maddy & Tim’s Modern Wedding at the St. Louis Art Museum

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.

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

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