Sara Andrews Photography

Weekend in Tahoe.....

2010-11-14T20:05:00.000-08:00

A couple of weekends ago my kids and I met some of my closest girlfriends and their kids in Tahoe. We had an amazing time with 7 kids and 3 moms! I did not take many photos, but my girlfriend wanted some with her and her daughter.... here they are! Enjoy...

Fall Photos...

2010-11-14T15:40:00.000-08:00

I always love to take photos of my friends and their family! I have known this family for a little over a year now... theyr are in the same stages that my family is in... two boys and one on the way. I too have two boys and my third was a girl (now 4 and half months)! They introduced me to this adorable spot and I instantly fell in love! The photos are beautiful and we had another amazing Fall day!

2010-11-11T17:43:00.000-08:00

The second session of the day was amazing! They are all so sweet and beautiful; inside and out. We had so much fun on such a crazy Fall day... warm, no wind, no rain... Enjoy!

Time for an update...

2010-11-11T17:17:00.000-08:00

The start of the holiday photo sessions has begun! We have all been so lucky to have the most beautiful weather! This day I had two sessions back to back and although is was supposed to rain on us... the rain waited until we were all done. In the meantime, it was gorgeous. Check out this beautiful family of four...

SJSU Graduating Senior!!!

2010-05-07T20:19:00.000-07:00

This was such a fun session. This is Shelby and she is graduating from San Jose State University! So exciting! We did a variety of pictures outside and inside the studio. Congratulations!!! Good luck!

Growing up to be a toddler!

2010-05-07T19:53:00.000-07:00

This little guy started out so shy, but really warmed up as the session progressed! The kids just love it when we go outside to explore. Especially the boys... we ended up climbing trees and rocks... so much fun! Enjoy...

Headshots....

2010-05-07T19:27:00.000-07:00

I have done family photos for Kristen a couple times now. It was so fun to do her headshots for her website. We got to chat and have girl/mommy talk. So fun! She is starting her Marriage and Family Practice in the Folsom/El Dorado area. I wish her the best of luck!

9 Months..... and growing!

2010-05-06T22:22:00.000-07:00

Check out this cutie!!! I have been taking her photos for almost a year now... and I just can't believe it! She is nine months and growing up soooo fast... During this session we did her and big brother. He is wuite handsome and was really eating up the camera this time!!! Take a look...

This was one of my favorites of big brother! Isn't this how all boys are... for like a second..... Or am I just speaking for mine! hehehe

Little Rocker....

2010-05-06T21:43:00.000-07:00

This was a fun session. I love when families bring props that they want to use in the photos! The dad here played guitar and they wanted some fun pictures with their son and the guitar. It was completely adorable when dad jumped in to help play the guitar!!! Very fun family! Thanks for letting me photograph you. Enjoy...

Smile Island Dental

2010-04-29T20:49:00.000-07:00

This was something new for me. I took some photographs for a Dental Office. It was really fun! We did photos of the doctors and staff, as well as, some of them all in action with a few of the clients. This Dental group has a pediatric and adult side to them. My family uses this office and we have always had a very good experience with them. They are amazing with the kids! Check out their website at http://www.smileislanddentalgroup.com/ or their add in Parents Magazine!

Six months

2010-03-17T19:36:00.000-07:00

We have seen this family several times. This little girl is growing up so fast. They did the One Year Package and it has been so fun watching this cutie change and grow! Enjoy.. and we will see them again at nine months! :)

These here are some of my favorites. The flower in her hair is so incredibly adorable and fun.

And here is big brother. So handsome and cooperative.

Headshots... For a book cover

2010-03-12T21:00:00.000-08:00

This was a fun, new and exciting session for me. The purpose of these photos were for the cover of a book and possible other publications. Donna Stallworth found me through a friend. Donna brought her daughter and our mutual friend to the session for guidance and support. It was so much fun! One of my favorite things about this session was that I got to use my chair that I found for a dollar at a garage sale! Check out the book and her website. The book title is From Prep to Pro: Through the Eyes of an NFL Mom, released January 30, 2010. You can check out Donna Stallworth's website at http://donnastallworth.com/. You can also follow along with her on Facebook and Twitter!

Family Fun...

2010-03-12T19:12:00.000-08:00

This family I have photographed a few times now. They were one of my first client's and I love to see them each year for their family photos! They are incredibly adorable and fun during our sessions. We did some photos in the studio as well as headed out back for some outdoor shots. I love to be able to give my client's variety in poses and backdrops! Hope you all enjoy!

Pregnancy photos....

2010-03-03T14:50:00.000-08:00

As I mentioned in my last post I had some catching up to do on updating. These pregnancy photos I took before Christmas. I have know this couple since college. We, meaning this couple, me and my husband, all used to work together at a local restaurant in Sacramento. The mommy-to-be and I were also in college together and in Chi Delta Sorority. I love that I get to meet new people through my photography, but I also love that I get to take pictures for my friends and family. This was such a fun day! I think these photos came out amazing! Enjoy!

Big News....

2010-02-15T18:04:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone!

I know it has been a long time since my last post. My husband and I are expecting our third baby this June and are very excited! This is actually my excuse for not posting. My first several month are not the best for me and I have not been feeling well. I am finally getting into that slightly more energetic phase and am feel so much better. With that said I am planning to do several more post with all that has been missed over the last few months. Hope you will keep checking in and see all that has been happening!

Fall Family Photos

2009-10-30T17:18:00.000-07:00

This is another family I have know for many years. Kim and I went to college together and were in a sorority, Chi Delta, at Sacramento State! She now has two beautiful girls to complete her adorable family. When I first started my photography business she was one of the first people to give me the opportunity to photograph their family. Thank you Kim for all the support these last couple of years. I appreciate it so much and love that I get to see you at least once a year!

We stared with a few outdoor shots...

Then we headed into my studio to get a few more formal photos! These girls are so incredibly adorable and sweet.

Then of course we had to get a couple with just mom and dad. This is a really cute couple who seem to balance each other out completly.

A big THANK YOU to this family. Hope you have a wonderful Holiday Season!

Three months....

2009-10-20T20:29:00.000-07:00

You have seen part of this family before. We have scheduled the First Year Package. So you will be seeing more of them as well. This weekend we got the whole family together for some family photos as well as capturing the youngest at three months! I have actually known this family for some time now. Jamie, the mom, and I used to work together back in our early college days ( about 10 years)! Crazy how time flies! We started with some outdoor formal shots. It was one of those crazy humid days that Sacramento has been having. But great all around.

The family are huge Ohio State Buckeyes fans. So we got the boys together for some bonding time.. adding little sissy in for a few at the end!

Then it was on to the traditional 3 month photos for Bree. She had a little solo time here while the boys got to relax from pictures for a bit. She did amazing! Just take in all her expressions as mom is playing with her behind the camera! All I have to say is that mom and dad are in for it!!!!

Then it was on to a few Halloween photos, of course! Introducing Spiderman (revealing his identity) and little Miss (sleeping) Pumpkin!

Family Photos in the Fall

2009-10-05T16:37:00.000-07:00

If it was New Year's my resolution would be to Blog more. Actually, my goal is to Blog each session....

With that said, here is my most recent session. I met with this family over the weekend for family photos. They were incredibly adorable and sweet! Like this mom, I have two boys two years apart. I would look at these boys with the thought... will my boys be doing this in the next couple of years? These two boys, they were soooo boy. They were climbing the rocks, which they had names for! They found an amazing fort to entertain themselves while mom and dad had thier pictures taken! They were having the time of their lives and were begging to play more and more. So great!

Hope you enjoy their session as much as I did!

One Week!

2009-07-31T15:26:00.000-07:00

I recently did some photos for a one week old little girl! It was so fun. Her mother is an old friend that recently moved back to the area. It was great to reconnect and meet the kiddies. Big brother is shown first followed by baby sister.

New addition to the family.....

2009-06-25T00:01:00.001-07:00

These are some fun photos for me. This is a friend of mine's little princess. Her name is Chloe! She is about 8 weeks old here. I took these for fun. I was just playing around. She has not yet had any pictures taken... the life of a new mom is busy.. so I thought I would surprise her and her husband! Hope you guys love them and I look forward to family photos with you soon!

Birthday Party!

2009-06-24T23:41:00.001-07:00

This is Pops! I recently photographed his 75th Surprise Birthday Party! I think he was completely surprised! A lot of family and friends; near and far, came out came out to celebrate this man. Several of the guests spoke in his honor and the words they chose to describe him and his accomplishments told a story about how this man is respected and loved by all! A happy 75 years young to you and many more....

Birthday Photos!!!!

2009-06-24T23:03:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday to Miss Lana!!! She has just turned ONE! These were my first girl birthday photos and they were so much fun! This is truely a gorgeous mother/daughter pair here! This is photo session number two with Lana and Lauren and Lauren brought her parents (grandma and grandpa) along this time. What a great family. Lana recently started walking and that was all she wanted to do. Everyone was wonderful and especially our littel Super Model, Lana!

I got the cake from Freeport Bakery.... what a busy place! I have bought this same cake from them on a few occasions and it is impressive every time. I love how the cake and the photos turned out! Take a look... It was so hard to choose, but these are some of my favorites....

Baby Lola...

2009-05-12T20:08:00.000-07:00

I already posted a few of these before. I just finished doing some fun color editing and wanted to share!

Mom and kids weekend...

2009-05-03T20:04:00.000-07:00

I had a great time this weekend with my girlfriend and the kids. Both our husbands were away on business and we spent the weekend at her place in Reno. She recently had a little girl and I could not wait to meet her and take some pictures. Many of these were taken with my new lights! They were awesome and I can't wait to use them more! Thanks Janai for a great weekend. We all had so much fun!

Second time around....and love it!

2009-04-28T19:19:00.000-07:00

You might notice that I have already photographed this adorable mother and son. The first time around we did not get a very good variety of photos. We ran short of time and the child of honor was ready for a nap. Anyway, I am so glad that we were able to get the time together for this round. We got some great shots that will be a great addition to the photo collection! Thanks again for letting me do more photos! You guys were great and I hope to see you again soon!

Playing around...

2009-04-25T22:49:00.000-07:00

Because I am so new to this profession there is so much that I am learning on a daily basis! These photos here are al about playing with light and ISO. I was just having a little fun...

New Equipment!

2009-04-25T22:41:00.000-07:00

I recently add to my photography equipment! I bought some new lights and a light meter! I have been playing around a practicing when I can. Here I was honored to have the help from my son!

Senior Portraits... 2!

2009-04-25T22:21:00.000-07:00

I know I already posted some of these, but I love how they turned out. It was so fun and I look forward to future Senior sessions!! This being my first senior session and my cousin was awesome and volunteered to by my model for the day! She was open-minded and had many amazing ideas as well. Thank you, KC! Love you!

Senior Portraits

2009-04-14T11:52:00.000-07:00

I have been really wanting to get more into Senior Portraits. My cousin is a Senior in the Bay Area and agreed to my practice shoot with excitement... bless her! She is headed to San Fransisco come the Fall for college! She was amazing and open to all suggestions as well as bringing many of her own! Thank you tons, girlie! I had a blast and hope we can do more together! Here is a preview! These are just a few of my favorites!

New Baby Girl...

2009-04-06T14:05:00.000-07:00

This is my third session with this family and they are so fun! They are now a family of five! Hence these new photos! They welcomed a baby girl, Shea, to the world about 4 months ago! She did a wonderful job. As you can see she is beautiful! Macen, she is the big sissy, is definitely the super model in this family. She is not camera shy what-so-ever! And there is Ethan, the incredibly helpful big brother! Those girls are very lucky to have such and caring and loving big brother to look out for them! This family is so sweet and for the most part loves to have their pictures taken! I look forward to future sessions with them! Enjoy!

Mother and Son

2009-03-31T14:24:00.000-07:00

Hi! These are my latest photos I did for a friend! It was a lot of fun! We went out behind my studio... this was my first time out there for a client!!

Congratulations to a Baby Girl!!

2009-03-02T11:48:00.000-08:00

Here are a few of my favorites from my last photo session. Brianne is another old friend, current friend, sorority sister. I have not seen her in several years and it was such a good time to catch up, see her and meet her family. She is expecting a baby girl in early April and is incredibly small and adorable! It was an honor to take these photos and meet her husband. Congratulations!!

This session was fun because we traveled around a bit. They live near Pismo Beach and we made a trip to the beach, took some photos in her parents back yard and then we were off back to her home for some more intimate shots! Thanks for letting me explore and try out some new things!

2009-02-24T17:42:00.000-08:00

These were taken are our way down to southern Califonia on a mini-vacation!

I love to practice on my kids.... I try different angles, experiment with lighting, play with depth of field and also just try and get to know my camera better! This was a day out with them enjoying the sunshine!

It has been a long time....

2009-02-24T16:49:00.000-08:00

So... It has been awhile since I have written here. I want to be more involved in my blogging, but I am not sure what is too much and what is not enough. Maybe I am over analyzing the whole idea! Anyway, I recently photographed an old friend, a current friend, a sorority sister. It was awesome. She is one of my oldest friends and she allowed me to really experiment with new poses... some were awesome.. some did not work out as well. I just wanted to thank her for being so easy going and allowing me to take advantage!

This is her first baby, she is having a little girl! I can't wait to meet her!

Business cards

2008-10-15T20:03:00.000-07:00

I wanted to dedicate a special BLOG to my aunt. She is a Graphic Designer, Jacqueline Gilman Design, Larkspur, CA. She created my business cards and logo, etc... First and formost she is an amazing Aunt! You can tell by the image to the left that she is also a fabulous Graphic Deisgner too! I love what she has done for me! I gave her a few ideas that I was looking for and she went with it and created something that I think reflects me and the image that I want to portray! So a BIG "thank you" to you!

Aprons...

2008-10-06T23:54:00.000-07:00

This is my number two reason for creating a blog.

My girlfriend is making and selling these adorable aprons I have pictutred here. I think her main focus is on kids, but she is also making them for moms or just women in general. They are the cutest things that I have ever seen! She is going to be attending a craft show in Santa Rosa, Ca this coming weekend. I am so excited for her and did I mention how cute they are!!!!

I see these and imagine all the fun ways they can be used, the most obvious helping mom in the kitchen or dad with the BBQ . I also see my kids, or your kids painting, coloring, playing dress up. Just playing in general. What a way to keep the clothes clean! They have a couple pockets on the bottom to put just about anything in!

It was a lot of fun taking these pictures. I was able to explore my creative side and try new things!

Band

2008-10-05T21:35:00.000-07:00

This is something new for me. I have never done a blog, nor have I ever really thought that I would ever do one. Until recently, I had no idea what I might say in a blog. Two photographic moments were presented to me and I thought that this would be reason enough to create a blog! The first is the event written below....

I helped a friend photograph a wedding in the Bay Area not too long ago. They had a live band! Seeing and hearing this band made me wish that I had one for my wedding. Then it got me thinking that you don't need a wedding so much as a special occasion! So I need a special occasion to come along so I can enjoy this band once again. Anyway, I am going of the subject a bit...

My point is this band was awesome! I am not sure what my word really means since I have only heard a few live bands in my life time, but I thought they were awesome! Their name is Busta-Groove! and they are based out of Hayward, CA. They have a website: http://www.busta-groove.com/.