Meet Sarah Embree of Embree Photography

Today we’d like to introduce you to Sarah Embree.

Thanks for sharing your story with us Sarah. So, let’s start at the beginning and we can move on from there.
I found my love for photography when I was 18 years old. My best friend had just had a baby and she felt really self-conscious. I wanted her to know she was still beautiful (if not more) so I took her point and shoot camera and did my first ever “photo shoot”. When she saw the photos she loved them so much and after seeing the joy I brought to her I knew this was my calling. Showing people how I see them.

I worked for a few chain companies and learned that I loved working primarily with children. Although I did not learn much about photography per say, I did learn how to work with children, how to interact with clients & gained some confidence and return I taught myself how to use a digital camera and editing software.

Fast forward a few years and having 4 kids later, I learned that childhood and imagination are so fleeting. I love creating a whimsical fairy tale like settings because I want to create memories that are happy and fun.

We’re always bombarded by how great it is to pursue your passion, etc – but we’ve spoken with enough people to know that it’s not always easy. Overall, would you say things have been easy for you?
I’m going to be 100% honest. It has not been a smooth road. I never went to college or took any classes on photography or editing. I didn’t come from money so all my equipment was bought through hard work.

Being self-taught has its disadvantages but all in all, I think it’s made me grow as an artist. Not being trained by someone else has helped me become unique in my style and not by the book. I used to compare myself (and sometimes still do) to other photographers, and I spent a lot of my time feeling like I didn’t know what I was doing, or inadequate.

So let’s switch gears a bit and go into the Embree Photography story. Tell us more about the business.
I specialize in conceptual photography primarily with children. I am known for my fairy tale princess, unicorn and mermaid themed sessions. I am proud of my company because I started from zero and I actually found something (conceptual art) that peeks my creative energy and essentially I get to play make-believe with children. Who wouldn’t want that for a job?

I feel my vision, love and hard work learning new things on my own sets me apart from others.

Has luck played a meaningful role in your life and business?
I think overall that I’ve been pretty lucky in life. I never thought I’d inspire people to commission my work. To me, that is luck in itself.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.EmbreePhotography.com
• Phone: (480) 269-3544
• Email: embreephotography@gmail.com
• Instagram: @EmbreePhotography
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/EmbreePhotography
• Twitter: EmbreePhotograph

Image Credit:
Sugar Rush, Enchanted Entertainment, Itty-Bitty Pony Parties, *4*your*little*stars*clothing, Iced by Jennifer Jewett

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