Hello, i'm sara
I love helping people feel special and celebrated, so I decided to open a photography studio and event venue to bring more ideas to life and collaborate with incredible people in the community. It’s a space designed for creativity, connection, and meaningful gatherings. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with incredible couples, families, and brands. I’ve captured tender moments between loved ones, created mouthwatering imagery for recipes, and helped brands grow through colorful visuals. Photography is my passion! When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll find me wandering through a thrift store or relaxing with a watercolor set in hand. Take a look at my work below, I can’t wait to create something beautiful with you!
WHERE IT ALL BEGAN
Collective Forty Seven is more than a studio, it's a dream that has been years in the making and a tribute to the people who inspired it. Growing up, my dad was always dreaming up his next business idea. He had an entrepreneurial spirit that never seemed to rest, always imagining what could be built, improved, or created. Alongside those big dreams, he had a quiet love for photography. He was the kind of person who would step outside just to photograph the moon or bring a camera along on every family trip, always noticing beauty in the smallest details.
His creativity and ambition shaped the way I see the world. What began as borrowing a camera in college turned into a passion for photography and eventually a career I love. But over the years, another dream began to grow alongside it, a space where creativity, community, and meaningful moments could all exist under one roof. Collective Forty Seven was created to be that place. Whether you're celebrating a milestone, hosting a workshop, gathering with loved ones, building your business, or creating beautiful imagery, my hope is that this space feels welcoming, inspiring, and full of possibility.
This historic building is being thoughtfully restored with the belief that great things happen when people have a beautiful place to create, connect, and celebrate. I can't wait to welcome you through the doors and see the memories, businesses, friendships, and dreams that begin here!
services i offer
Whether you're celebrating a milestone, launching a business, hosting a gathering, or simply looking for a beautiful space to create, I'd love to help bring your vision to life. Collective Forty Seven was designed to be a flexible space for both meaningful moments and creative projects. Whether you need the venue, photography, creative direction, or a little help planning the details, I'm here to make the process feel seamless and enjoyable.
Some of the ways I can help include:
- Photography studio rentals
- Private events, parties, and celebrations
- Micro weddings and intimate receptions
- Bridal and baby showers
- Corporate meetings, workshops, and retreats
- Pop-up shops, vendor markets, and community events
- Professional branding and content creation
- Family, maternity, newborn, and senior portraits
- Engagement sessions and weddings
- Product, food, and commercial photography
- Event photography and creative direction
- Event styling, planning assistance, and trusted vendor recommendations
No matter where you're starting, my goal is to create an experience that's thoughtful, inspiring, and tailored to you. Whether you're renting the space, hiring me as your photographer, or dreaming up an event from the ground up, I'd love to help make it unforgettable.
Have something else in mind? Let’s connect here and bring it to life!