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  I love this image that Katy Murray took for me at Brent & Lydia’s wedding! A few weeks ago I blogged a few tips for second shooters on how to get hired for second shooting gigs, and what primary photographers look for when hiring second shooters. Well, today I want to flip that around a bit and […]

Second Shooting: How to Work for the Right Primary Shooter

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Classic DC Wedding at Old Ebbitt Grill by Sarah Bradshaw Photography

Oh, these two. From our first meeting, I knew that Ryan & Amy‘s wedding would be amazing. These two are crazy about each other— the kind of “deep in love” that results in involuntary smiles, quiet whispers, lots of laughter, and tender kisses. So of course I looked forward to their wedding day, and it didn’t disappoint! […]

So happy to announce that Kris & Christine’s gorgeous mountain-inspired wedding was featured in The Knot: New England’s Fall/Winter edition! The box arrived on my doorstep last week, and waited until Buck got home to open it (joy is always best when shared). I have to admit, I actually cried when I opened the magazine and flipped […]

PUBLISHED in The Knot New England

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Education

Getting Hired: What Primary Photographers Look For In a Second Shooter

I saw a post on a Facebook photographer’s group today asking for advice on how to break into second shooting weddings. I see this question flow across my newsfeed at least 3 times a week, and that’s when I’m avoiding photography groups. There are so many things that go into wedding photography, and trying to enter that world from the outside […]

“When you think about your wedding photos,” I asked, “what moment is most important for you to remember?” I ask this question to most of my clients during our first meeting. When I asked Taylor & Emily, she looked at him and blushed a bit, and he beamed back at her. “I just want to see her smile.” And […]

Washington Golf & Country Club Engagement Session

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This is my job: Faithfulness

I’ve been a bit quiet on social media this week and last, both here and on Instagram. It’s not a lack of content, I can assure you of that— but rather a disturbance in my heart that keeps me quiet. You see, I’ve been throwing a bit of a childish fit. Quietly, in the corner […]

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With nearly 20 years of experience behind the lens and a portfolio that spans four continents, Sarah brings a refined, story-driven approach to the events of a wedding. Her work has published in Brides, Martha Stewart Weddings, Southern Living, as well as print & digital outlets around the globe.

Sarah Bradshaw is an internationally recognized wedding & event photographer. Combining a background in international photojournalism, a love for classical art, and a genuine interest in people, Sarah creates images that are at once iconic and intimate, effortless and intentional, in the moment and intended for a lifetime.