BATON ROUGE PHOTOGRAPHER

WEDDINGS + PORTRAITS

BATON ROUGE PHOTOGRAPHER

I’m Sarah—a Baton Rouge photographer drawn to natural light, genuine connection, and the quiet in-between moments that often mean the most.

Sarah Shaw offers light-filled Wedding Photography to Baton Rouge and it's surrounding areas, along with timeless portrait photography for families and seniors.

A smiling woman with long brown hair and blue eyes, wearing a floral blouse and blue jeans, sitting outdoors with a blurred cityscape background.

I’m Sarah!

MY PASSION IS MY JOB, AND HONESTLY—THAT STILL BLOWS MY MIND!

After 10 years of capturing the love story of over 200 couples, countless families and seniors… I’m still in love with this life.

As a Baton Rouge photographer, I specialize in weddings, families and seniors. I’m drawn to natural light, genuine connection, and the quiet in-between details that often mean the most. I love to laugh, and hope you do, too!

MEET SARAH

A bride and groom holding hands outdoors, smiling at each other, dressed in wedding attire, with the bride wearing a white gown and veil and the groom in a black tuxedo, against a background of a stone building and trees.

W e d d i n g s

A happy family of four standing outdoors on a sidewalk, with the mother holding a young boy, and the father holding a baby girl, both children appearing to be around 2 years old. The background includes trees and sunlight.

F A M I L I E S

A young woman with blonde hair sits outdoors on a gravel surface surrounded by green trees, wearing a white dress, smiling gently at the camera.

S E N I O R S

I’ve always believed the best things in life are equal parts beautiful and a little bit ridiculous.

Black signature-style text that says 'Sarah'.

A bride and groom sharing a kiss during their outdoor wedding ceremony. The groom is leaning over the seated bride, who is holding a colorful bouquet of flowers, in front of a small church-like building. Guests stand in the background, clapping and smiling.

A bride and groom kissing during a wedding ceremony outdoors, with the groom bending down and holding the bride in a dip, surrounded by friends and family, with a wooden house and trees in the background.

A wedding couple sharing a kiss during their outdoor ceremony, with the groom bending over the bride who is reclined and smiling, while holding a bouquet of colorful flowers, in front of friends and family clapping and smiling, with a small lighted building and leafy trees in the background.

Come for the pretty pictures.
Stay for the oh my gosh,
that is SO us.

A newlywed couple sharing a kiss during their outdoor wedding ceremony, with the groom bending down to kiss the bride who is holding a colorful bouquet of flowers, and guests clapping in the background.

Come for the pretty pictures.
Stay for the oh my gosh,
that is SO us.

WE'RE ENGAGED!

The beautiful,
slightly
chaotic
life you’ve
built

Thoughtfully guided,
naturally captured,
and never too posed

A balance of direction + freedom, so you can be fully present while I preserve the feeling of it all

Two young boys holding hands between an adult man and woman in a park with trees in the background.

A balance of direction + freedom, so you can be fully present while I preserve the feeling of it all

The beautiful, slightly chaotic
life you’ve built

Thoughtfully guided, naturally captured, and never too posed.

Sarah made our family session so much fun. Our kids were a handful, but she handled the chaos like a pro and somehow kept everyone laughing the whole time. The photos feel natural, joyful, and completely like us—we absolutely love them.

-JESSICA

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A young woman with blonde hair wearing a light-colored dress, smiling and walking outdoors on a grassy path with trees and flowers in the background.

One last year—a million reasons to document it

A young woman with blonde hair and a white dress walking outdoors in a park with trees and flowers, smiling and looking back over her shoulder.

I'M GRADUATING!

A young woman with blonde, wavy hair and blue eyes, smiling, wearing a white spaghetti strap top and layered necklaces, outdoors during daytime.

BECAUSE YOUR SENIOR YEAR DESERVES BETTER THAN A YEARBOOK PHOTO

This is your era—the outfits you love, the places that feel like you, and a whole lot of laughing in between. Senior portraits should feel less like posing for pictures and more like spending an afternoon being completely, unapologetically you.

A woman smiling outdoors with sunlight and greenery in the background, wearing a sleeveless white top and a bracelet.

Bring the outfits, the personality, and your best playlist. I’ll bring the good light, the hype, and enough direction that you’ll never have to wonder what to do with your hands.

Because your senior year deserves better than a yearbook photo

Wedding Planning Resources + Tips for Brides

Blog

What to Wear for Your Engagement Session: A Complete Style Guide | Baton Rouge Photographer

Not sure what to wear for your engagement session? This complete style guide covers outfit ideas, colors, coordination tips, and simple ways to look polished while still feeling like yourselves in front of the camera.

Beyond the Photographer: Every Other Vendor Decision You'll Need to Make | Baton Rouge Photographer

Florist, caterer, band or DJ, coordinator, videographer — every vendor decision shapes your day (and your timeline). A Baton Rouge wedding photographer walks through how to choose each one.

Wedding Guest List 101: How to Decide Who to Invite | Baton Rouge Photographer

Guest list stress is real — here's how to build yours without losing your mind (or a friendship). Practical, judgment-free advice from a Baton Rouge wedding photographer who's seen it all from behind the camera.

The Real Cost of a Louisiana Wedding: A Photographer's Guide to Budgeting | Baton Rouge Photographer

What does a Louisiana wedding actually cost in 2026? From a New Orleans French Quarter affair to a backyard Acadiana reception, here's a real, region-by-region breakdown — plus sample budgets at $30K, $50K, and $100K — to help you plan with confidence instead of guesswork.

Wedding Photography Tips Every Bride Should Know | Baton Rouge Photographer

Planning your wedding day? These helpful tips and FAQs from a Baton Rouge photographer cover timelines, first looks, engagement sessions, bridal portraits, family photos, and more to help your day feel relaxed and beautifully photographed.

Why You Should Consider Both an Engagement Session and Bridal Portrait Session | Baton Rouge Photographer

Learn why engagement sessions and bridal portraits are worth it for Baton Rouge brides—from feeling comfortable in front of the camera to creating timeless wedding keepsakes.

A Wedding-Day Timeline That Doesn’t Feel Rushed | Baton Rouge Photographer

Planning a Baton Rouge wedding? Use this photographer-approved wedding-day timeline guide for realistic hair and makeup timing, first looks, family photos, sunset portraits, and more.

First Look vs. No First Look—What Brides Should Know | Baton Rouge Photographer

Deciding between a first look, first touch, or traditional ceremony entrance? A Baton Rouge wedding photographer explains the timeline differences and how to choose what feels right.

How to Choose a Wedding Photographer | Baton Rouge Photographer

Looking for the right Baton Rouge wedding photographer? Learn what to consider when comparing photography styles, full galleries, personality, experience, communication, and more.

How Many Hours of Wedding Photography Do You Need? | Baton Rouge Photographer

Wondering how much wedding photography coverage you need? A Baton Rouge wedding photographer breaks down 6, 8, and 10-hour collections, sample timelines, first looks, and more.

Why You Need a Second Photographer for Your Wedding Day | Baton Rouge Photographer

A second photographer helps capture the moments happening beyond the main frame — from emotional family reactions to wide scene-setting images and quiet in-between moments you would otherwise miss.

Why I’m Bringing Film Back to Weddings | Baton Rouge Photographer

Why I’m bringing film back to Baton Rouge weddings and how it creates softer, more emotional, and timeless imagery that feels true to the moment.

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