Hello! My name is Sarah.

I am a registered nurse with a background in global health and humanitarian work. I am also an artist, a dreamer, and a wanderlust-laden adventurer who finds joy in Wild Alaskan salmon, dark chocolate, microbrews, cinnamon, chapstick, mountains, and the ocean — to name just a few.

 Over the past two decades, my life and work have taken me across the globe, offering me the profound privilege of bearing witness to both pain and celebration — to moments of great suffering and extraordinary resilience. Capturing stories through photography and creating art has been an essential part of who I am for as long as I can remember.

 The photographs shared here have been gathered from more than 20 years of working in communities that have often faced war, conflict, natural disasters, and displacement. Through my images, I hope to honor the spirit, courage, and unwavering hope of the individuals and communities I have had the privilege to know. Other photos were taken closer to home or during times of dare I say, leisure travel or travel between humanitarian projects.

 It is my deepest hope to intertwine my experience as a nurse — walking alongside people who have lived through trauma — with my love for the arts and a steadfast belief in humanity’s ability to heal. I am a profound believer in the power of creativity to mend, restore, and spark transformation.

 I am trained with First Aid Arts as a Responder and Facilitator, equipping me to guide others on how to use the arts for mental and emotional health.  As I continue to grow and evolve, this space will not only celebrate photography but will also provide a home to share my paintings and other visual art pieces; many of which, have  been inspired by the people and places that have shaped and influenced me. 

 If you are looking for a photographer, a story collector, a First Aid Arts facilitator, or simply someone to brainstorm creative projects with, I would love to connect. Please feel free to reach out — collaboration, conversation, and new ideas are always welcome here.

 Thank you for being here. I invite you to explore, connect, and find your own reflections in the art and photography shared along the way.