Behind the Camera

Black and white portrait of a young woman wearing a beanie hat, resting her chin on her hand and looking at the camera. She has long hair, rings on her fingers, and is dressed in a sweater.

My wedding photography is rooted by moments bursting with emotion—images that feel like your favorite date stuck in your head all day long. I’m drawn to the beautifully imperfect moments: wandering through mossy forests or down the eclectic Portland streets, when your hair gets a little wild, your shoes get a little muddy, and you’re laughing so hard you forget about everything else. Those in-between moments where you instinctively reach for each other and remember, oh yeah, this is my person.

There’s magic hiding in the everyday—in playful nudges, crooked smiles, and hands that always seem to find home in one another. And from that moment on, even the everyday feels extraordinary and the simple became special, the mundane turned meaningful, and life became one big, beautifully messy adventure you now get to live side by side.

Hii!!!! I’m Sarah Markstaller, a Pacific Northwest based photographer who’s obsessed with capturing the real candid moments. I am not one for super posed shots because to me those aren’t authentic to your love. I love capturing the real things that matter in life. When I’m not shooting, I’m probably designing something, hiking in the woods, and hanging out with my husband and baby boy! I’m a lover of a good cup of coffee and going on long road trips to no where in particular. I can’t wait to meet you and hear your story and not only capture your day, but become lifelong friends!<3

Black and white photo of a woman in a white dress and sunglasses playfully pulling a man's jacket on a boat with a lake and mountains in the background.

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Please see my wedding photography page for more info on pricing and expectations! I want you to have an idea of what you are getting yourself into when booking with me! Please don’t hesitate to ask any additional questions!

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