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McKenzie & Brock are one of the first couples we met when we moved to Oregon and they are SO SWEET! They invited us over for dinner within the first 2 weeks we were here and made us feel so comfortable and welcome! McKenzie & Brock met in High School and have been together ever […]

McKenzie & Brock | 3 year anniversary | Oregon Wedding Photographer | Sarah Tapp Photography

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Eloping is so popular these days and it’s not hard to see why! It’s also not the same as it used to be, so here are a couple things to think about when deciding if eloping is right for you and your love! Just because you are going to elope doesn’t mean you aren’t able […]

Should you elope? | Sarah’s Tips | Oregon Wedding Photographer | Sarah Tapp Photography

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Well, if you are anything like me, then meeting new people is not your favorite thing in the world. I love being able to collaborate with wedding vendors and meet new clients and other industry and creative professionals. But, when I’m not behind my camera or immersed in my business as a photographer, I get […]

3 tips for meeting new people when you’re an introvert | Sarah’s Tips | Oregon Wedding Photographer | Sarah Tapp Photography

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When I first started as a photographer, I wasn’t sure I even wanted to do mini sessions. But after doing mini sessions for a couple years and having kids of my own, I’ve realized why they are so perfect for family portraits! Getting the whole family together and looking nice at the same time is […]

Why to book a mini session for family portraits | Sarah’s Tips | Oregon Wedding Photographer | Sarah Tapp Photography

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So, growing up I was always a perfectionist and I liked to get good grades in all my classes. I remember being so upset if I got anything but an A even though I didn’t love every subject. There weren’t very many options for electives so in Middle School and Jr. High my favorite subject […]

My Favorite Subject in School | Personal | Oregon Wedding Photographer | Sarah Tapp Photography

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Music creates an amazing ambiance for any wedding! So, it’s definitely important to choose something that fits with your personality and that will match your wedding theme and venue! I’ve been to a couple weddings where there were technical difficulties with the music or it just didn’t fit the space or the couple. I’ve also […]

What type of music to have at your wedding | Sarah’s Tips | Oregon Wedding Photographer | Sarah Tapp Photography

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Brittney & Dallin were so great to photograph! They were the first couple I worked with at the styled shoot that Talie from @talieboylephoto put together a couple months ago! They knew exactly what to do in front of the camera and were so poised and calm! At one point, we had Dallin pick Brittney […]

Brittney & Dallin | Classy Styled Shoot | Oregon Wedding Photographer | Sarah Tapp Photography

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One of my main goals this year was to read 5 business books! I know it sounds silly and super easy, but I am not a reader. So, it was a big goal for me! And while I’ve only finished 1 book so far, I’m at least working on it! I had heard so many […]

Go-Giver | Book Review | Oregon Wedding Photographer | Sarah Tapp Photography

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This is one of the last sessions I had before I left Idaho! So bittersweet. But I was so excited to capture Amy & Chuck for their 35 year wedding anniversary! Amy & Chuck own and operate The Sugar Shell bakery in Idaho Falls Idaho. And they are amazing! Amy does beautiful work and she […]

Amy & Chuck | 35 year anniversary | Oregon Wedding Photographer | Sarah Tapp Photographer

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Since there’s a few new faces around here and since I’m in a new place, I thought I would share just a little sneak peak into a part of my story. I remember waking up one morning when I was 12 years old and immediately collapsing upon standing. I re-gained my strength and just chalked […]

Guillain-Barre Syndrome | Personal | Oregon Wedding Photographer | Sarah Tapp Photography