I want to be in... | Rose Hill KS Family & Couple Lifestyle Photographer

this FAMILY!!

The kids gave their parents the gift of custom photography by me for Christmas. It's a thoughtful gift that not many thinking about giving.

This was my first time photographing such a large group of adults but it went great. They were so relaxed, fun, and up for anything. :)

After their session, we had some brownies Jennifer made (delicious!) & tea and watched some soccer. It was just like being at home (hubby has soccer on all the time).

Thank you so much for being such a great group of people. I had a fun time and hope you did too.
Enjoy your sneak peek!

Earlier this week I posted a mini sneak peek just for David & Jennifer, HERE.

Feel the love | Rose Hill, KS Family & Couple Lifestyle Photographer

I'm currently going through this family's session images and I'm just in love with the Mom & Dad. I love how in love these two are, how much looking at them makes me smile, and how much the colors they wore really pops against the dormant tree that look like they have ice on them.

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Spreading the love around here a bit more through crafts. Seema made a fun Valentine, instrument, fun craft today. Check it out HERE.
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Another fun thing I'm trying out. Feel free to ask me any thing HERE. You can even ask anonymously if you wish.

A+A Your Gallery's Up | Wichita Kansas Family & Couple Lifestyle Photographer

Check your email! Your proofs are ready to view.

Love on a cold winter day | Wichita Kansas Couple & Family Photographer

They braved the cold, and I mean December 19th cold, for their portrait session. I love that they chose RED for their clothing. It was the perfect choice and really pop against the dormant trees.

Adam & Abbie- I really enjoyed your session. Even with the cold all the laughing kept me warm. :) I can't wait to finish the rest of your images. Enjoy your sneak peek!
-Sarah

Isn't that a really simple and stunning ring?

YAY! We got smiles, giggles, and tickles from G. :)

Gallery's Up | Wichita Kansas Couple Lifestyle Photographer

Check your email from your gallery password. :)

Celebrating LOVE, R+A | Wichita Kansas Couple Lifestyle Photographer

I'm so excited to finally be blogging this session! This is my best friend and her hubby. A and I have been friends for a few years, and I work with R. It was really nice to get out of the work environment and get to know them more as a couple through my lens.

A+R, Congrats on celebrating 7 years of marriage! I can't wait to share the rest of the images with you. Enjoy your sneak peek.
-Sarah

A stunning couple, right? I can't wait for them to have kids because they will be adorable.

Seriously, in love with this next one. Reminds me of a movie.

Fully Booked for 2009 | Wichita Kansas Photographer

Thank you for helping Sarah Shah Portraits to have the best year yet! I feel that I have grown so much as a photographer this year and know it's because of the continued support from my clients and friends. I am fully booked for the 2009 year and will only be accepting newborn (under 14 days old) and 1 month portrait sessions during the rest of the year, as I know how fast little ones like to change! I look forward to seeing you in the coming year. Thank you!

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I feel like I'm in the middle of running a marathon and I'm counting my steps to keep me going.

I have two portrait sessions this weekend, which I am so excited about! First, is a family that was one of my first clients last year. Her kids are ADORABLE and I can't wait to see how much they've grown. Second, is a family that I know through a grade school friend. They have a 5 year old boy that has the brightest personality and I can't wait to spend some time with him again, and a 7 week old girl.

We were invited to two parties this weekend to celebrate Fall and Halloween. Seema will be debuting her costume at both! We have to prepare her for the big night next week, since she's really not to keen on wearing her animal ears.

Pumpkin patch portraits will be hitting the blog and galleries this weekend. Those that came out this year be sure to check your email Sunday for your password.

The dates you've been waiting for | Sarah Shah - Wichita Kansas Photographer

I'm totally exhausted and ready to crash but wanted to hop on here real quick and release my Fall Family Sessions dates. The super special package option and add-ons will be announced in the next couple days. My two year old has decided that she no longer likes to nap until 4 pm (when she crashes) and then doesn't want to actually go to bed until 9 pm. Her awake schedule is cutting into my work schedule!

I am only offering 12 family sessions this year, so be sure to email or call me or fill out the form here. These sessions are booked based on who chooses what date first. Check your calendars and then contact me early to ensure you will get the date of your choice.

And the dates are...
* Sept 26th
* Sept 27th - RESERVED
* Oct 3rd - RESERVED
* Oct 10th
* Oct 24th - RESERVED
* Oct 25th - RESERVED
* Nov 1st - RESERVED
* Nov 7th - RESERVED
* Nov 14th
* Nov 15th
* Nov 21st - RESERVED

More information on session types
This year I am offering mini sessions, as well as regular sessions, for family portraits. Either of these sessions are great options! I am offering a Christmas Magic package for the family portrait sessions. This package includes a variety of print sizes and comes with the option of adding on custom designed holiday cards or one digital image to use for your holiday cards. The add-on options are only available in conjunction with the purchase of the Christmas Magic package or these regular packages: the RUBY, the PEARL, or the DIAMOND. To see what each of these regular packages includes please click here. I will be posting information on the Christmas Magic package and add-ons in the next couple days right here on my blog.

You might be wondering what the difference is between a mini session and a regular session, so here's the break down.

Mini Sessions:
* Choose either a traditional session at Oak Park in Riverside or Friends University or an urban session in downtown Wichita.
* The session fee is $60 and covers the photographer's time and talent during and after the session.
* These sessions will last about 40 minutes.
* 10-12 proofs will be shown.

Regular Sessions:
*Choose any location that you would like, we can work together to find what location will be best for your portraits and your family.
* The session fee is $100 and covers the photographer's time and talent during and after the session, and a $50 print credit towards your print purchase.
* These sessions last about 1-2 hours.
* At least 25 proofs will be shown.



The Pumpkin Patch
More information on the pumpkin patch sessions will be announced around September 12th. If you'd like to be added to my email newsletter list and get a first glance about session updates, please sign up here. (Don't worry... I won't spam you. I only send out maybe a total of 5 eNewsletters a year, if even that.)

Lifestyle Family & Couple Portrait Photographer | Wichita Kansas

I just loved photographing this family so much that I had to post another couple images from their session.

Russ & Terri Are Married | Sarah Shah - Wichita, KS Lifestyle Photographer

Terri's daughter, Becky (@wordsofbecky), surprised her Mom the week before the wedding by telling her that I would be photographing their wedding. Becky kept this a secret from her Mom until 1 week before the wedding when I meet with them.

I had the pleasure of documenting Russ and Terri's wedding day! This was the first wedding I have ever photographed and I really enjoyed seeing their day unfold and meeting all of their close family. I loved how Terri had pre-wedding jitters, and then how elated they both looked during the ceremony.

Congratulations Russ & Terri!

Normally I don't consider myself a wedding photographer, but this was a special occasion. I had previously taken this family's portraits, and this wedding was a small celebration, plus Terri's daughter, Becky, nominated my Giving is Awesome winner and had won a print credit.

Three Little Cousins - Sarah Shah - Wichita, KS Lifestyle Photographer

To date this was my favorite and most fun session! I had a blast running after these cute little kiddos. The browns and blues really made their icy blue colored eyes pop!

I like capturing the simply moments best; a big brother comforting his little brother, a Dad helping his sons, and a family being themselves. This style is truly shown through out this portrait session.

Enjoy your sneak peek! I should have the rest of your images ready for viewing in about a week.

If she looks familiar she should, you can see other portrait sessions I've had with her here, here, and here!

Juggling three toddlers and still smiling! I love this. Don't worry I got a bunch more group shots!

Mini Accordion Albums

I think these are the cutest! I love them!
These mini accordion albums are 3x3 size and are given free with a print order of $150 or more. The front cover will include the person's first initial or the family's last name. There are 6 photos chosen by me for the inside.

L&M ~ Storyboard

I swapped the pictures to the ones you chose.
Let me know if this looks good to you, or if you'd like something changed.

Thanks,
Sarah

L&M ~ Sneak Peek

Enjoy your sneak peek! I have enjoyed looking through all of your photos. I will call you this week to setup a photo viewing time.