the photographer
Hey there, Im Sabina. It is a pleasure to be connecting with you.
Time and time again I am matched with clients (often turned friends) that inspire me in such a way I feel my work is elevated to new heights. I am constantly reminded of the nuance and beauty of our human experience by your kind invitation to photograph your wedding days and celebrations. I really try to make a point of being perceptive and imaginative so I can let your spirit shine. It’s hard for me to approach this work by a template therefore you won’t really see that from me. My humble wish is to capture history for you and facilitate your presence in your celebration with unbridled joy. I am brought to tears with the words you use to show your love for one another, warmed by the arrival of loved ones with big embraces for you, giggling over the little ones I meet dressed in their fancy mini outfits and grateful at the end of every event for the opportunities to capture, tell and witness the stories of your lives. It’s a tender thing, this work.
With deep roots in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and San Diego, California, I travel far and wide for photography commissions; a personal dream come true. I am an ally which in my opinion should be a no-brainer. I have fallen in love with telling the stories of the people I meet and their experiences and therefore will never turn down a conversation. Scroll down to read more about my style, ethos and aesthetic. I warmly welcome you, friend, exactly as you are.
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Manifesto
To be your witness, point blank. My task is to see your day, this momentous occasion in your life and commemorate it with artistry, professionalism and warmth. I get to tell your story through captivating imagery, I get to witness your commitment and love on its best day and I do that by not only being your photographer, but your witness too.
Style - I like to produce timeless imagery that is classic. That means I want authentic colors, strong compositions, beautiful lighting and attention to detail that holds up against the changing times. I draw inspiration from Vogue & Vanity Fair, Rembrandt lighting, art museums and the idiosyncrasies we all possess that make us intrinsically us. When photographing my clients I like to focus on the question of "what did it feel like?".
Approach - On your wedding day, I will greet you with a big smile/hug likely as you are getting ready. By this point, we will have met several times, I will have shared with you my detailed guide around all points of your day so you know what to expect and a calm will settle over you because in me you have a friend and a witness. Your wedding day will be the most beautiful fun and I intend to cover it from top to bottom, leaving you with a collection of images that will transport you back time and time again, evoking emotion and leaving you with "this is exactly what it felt like". From the time you put your wedding outfit on and well into the night, every in between, messy, giggly, heartfelt moment will be lovingly captured with special attention to you and your loved ones. Lets capture what makes your heart beat fastest.
