Inspirations

When I first decided to start this blog, I said that I would write about things that inspire me, as well as my work. I have yet to do so, and lately it could be that I've been having a hard time creatively. It feels almost like writer's block, but a little different. I have a couple of ideas for projects that I'm not ready to share at the moment, however I do have that lack of inspiration.

So I think if I list some of the things that inspire me, I might get it back. 1) An overcast day, right after or right before the rain and the smell of the rain in the air and with everything looking so green and alive. 2) Bird's eye views of big cities like Paris or New York, they look so peaceful and still from that vantage point even though you know there is so much life and commotion below. 3) Beauty, the kind that shines from the inside of a person so brightly that it reflects in their face and all they do. 4) White Christmases, even though I've never experienced one, the idea of it is so beautiful and peaceful. 5) Really good books with stories that are very moving and characters that seem so alive that you'd want to be them or know them. 6) Love; the kind that lasts forever; the kind that would cause someone to lay their life down for a friend; the kind that is heartbreaking, like loving someone you could never have. 7) My husband. He knows what he wants in life and works so hard to build his strengths and talents to achieve his dreams. So many people lose sight of their hopes and dreams, but knowing he has to at least try brings hope. And fear, for hope and fear are inseparable. 8) People who fight against injustice. We need more of them in the world. 9) Walt Disney and the legacy he created. He had a dream to create something worth while, that would leave an impression on people and that's what he did. Disney creates hope, happiness and innocence in an age of the not so innocent.

Wow, I feel inspired already! Sometimes we take for granted the little things in life like our inspirations and its good to reflect on them every once in awhile. You never know the emotions that you'll stir up!
Feel free to comment on what inspires you!

Elyse's Senior Photo

I have known Elyse for quite a few years. About 3 years ago, I did her older brother's senior photos (because he told his mom that he wanted me to do it!) and they told me that they wanted me to do Elyse's when the time came!

We went to one of my favorite spots and had some fun with her outfits and props.

I wanted to showcase a few of the outfits/poses we had done during the shoot. She hasn't seen this image yet, so it will be exciting to see her reaction when she gets it with the CD!

Sarah Ashley Photography - 2009 Price List

Here is a current price list for services offered. Thanks for looking! ~Sarah

Portrait Pricing (Senior Portraits, Headshots, Couples, Small Groups, etc)
$125.00
Includes:
*Unlimited shots

*Minimum of 15 images edited for web-proofing

*$25 product/print credit

Products/Prints:

*11x14 - $15

*8x10 - $7.50

*5x7 - $5.00
*8 Wallets- $7.50
*CD of edited web ready images (with limited rights) $50
*CD of edited images ready to print (with limited rights) $75
At minimum, half of the $125 sitting fee is due before or at the time of shoot and the remainder is due before orders are placed. Remaining balance of print/products due upon delivery.

Family Portrait Pricing (Families/Groups of 4-10)
$150.00
Includes:
*Unlimited shots
*Minimum of 15 images edited for web-proofing
*$30 product/print credit
Products/Prints:
*11x14 - $15
*8x10 - $7.50
*5x7 - $5.00
*8 Wallets- $7.50
*CD of edited web ready images (with limited rights) $50
*CD of edited images ready to print (with limited rights) $75
Extra Costs: $25 for an addition of 1-3 people in shoot
At minimum, half of the $150 sitting fee is due before or at the time of shoot and the remainder is due before orders are placed. Remaining balance of print/products and any extra costs due upon delivery.

Event Pricing (for all events excluding Weddings)(Please contact me for wedding packages)
$150.00
Includes:
*Unlimited shots
*Up to 4 hours of photographic coverage (additional time extra)
*DVD Slide show of event
Products:
*Extra DVD's $15 each
*CD of all web ready images (with limited rights) $50
*CD of all images ready to print (with limited rights) $75
Prints:
*11x14 - $15
*8x10 - $7.50
*5x7 - $5.00
*4x6 - $1.50
Extra Costs: Additional Time $25 per hour
The $150 event fee is due before or at the time of event. Remaining balance of additional time and/or products due upon delivery.

Family Portraits

I did some family portraits for a family from my church, and one of the sons is in Eli's band.

Here are a couple of images from their shoot! Enjoy!

Contract Terms & Conditions

Here is a list of my photography session policies. Thanks for looking! ~Sarah


Payments: At least half of sitting/event fee is due before or at time of shoot. Balance is due at time of order. Any additional costs due upon delivery.

Print/Product Credits: For all portrait sittings (headshots, couples, families and groups) a print/product credit will be included in the sitting fee. This credit goes towards your print or product order. If your order exceeds the P/P credit, you will be responsible for the balance of the order due at pick up. Please note: P/P credit is forfeited for all orders placed after 90 days from time of proof upload.

Proofs: Proofs should be available for web viewing no later than 30 days after shoot. Photographer’s failure to do so will result in an additional print/product credit of $20 for each additional month.

Orders: Please allow at least 1 week for order processing. Rush orders (when possible) require an extra charge of $20.

Third Party Orders: All orders should be placed by you. If you have a third-party interested in purchasing prints or products from your session or event, written authorization will be required.

Marketing: All images are subject to use for promotional and marketing purposes as the rights are owned by the photographer. If you would prefer for your images not to be used, please let us know.

Family Portraits

I recently photographed the Best family who is a family friend of Eli's family. The grandfather of the family was turning 70, I think, and they wanted to have a family portrait taken as a gift to him. Here is my favorite of all the shots.

LHS iDesign Portrait

For my day job, I work at Sierra College for the Center for Applied Competitive Technologies. One of our projects involves the formation of a new class program at Lincoln High School called "iDesign." The pilot class ends in June and my boss wanted me to photograph the students in their shop. She initially wanted a portrait with all the students in rows, but I suggested a more interactive shot! Here is what I came up with! Each student will receive a copy and we will be making a poster sized image for the classroom. Enjoy!