CAPTURING

unforgettable

ADVENTURES

STORY TELLER

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CREATIVE

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PHOTOGRAPHER

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EDUCATOR

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STORY TELLER ⸱ CREATIVE ⸱ PHOTOGRAPHER ⸱ EDUCATOR ⸱ 

stay captivated
xo

hi i’m sarah…

I’m Sarah McGinnis, owner of Captivated Studios, and I’m so glad you’re here! I live and work with clients in Rochester, NY, but trust me—I’m not tied to the Upstate NY region. My heart craves travel and exploration, and I want to see and capture as much beauty in the world as I possibly can. And that (obviously) includes you!

Whether you’re dreaming of a family photo session, an elaborate elopement experience, or an intimate micro-wedding, I’m here to snapshot every moment that makes your story uniquely yours. But my passion doesn’t stop at capturing people—I also work with brands and businesses, offering social media management and content creation to help elevate your online presence.

With my own studio space, a love for travel photography, and a deep passion for storytelling, I specialize in making my clients feel comfortable, confident, and celebrated—no matter the occasion.

✨ Let’s create something beautiful together! Whether it’s the start of your forever, a branding session to showcase your business, or an adventure waiting to be documented, I’d love to be part of your journey.

let’s ignite

each other’s

wanderlust


Whether it's the quiet magic of elopements, the untamed beauty of nature, or the passion behind a growing brand—I’m here to capture it all. Photography isn’t just my job; it’s my heart in every frame. I pour my soul into every story, making sure you feel seen, celebrated, and cherished.

the principles
I live by…

  • Borderline too much. I approach each project with close attention to detail and concern for each client’s specific desires.

  • I want you to be over the moon happy with the physical mementos of each moment.

  • Yeah, I’m a professional…but I believe it’s essential to connect on a personal level to truly capture your essence. This means playing around a little!

  • Sarah is the absolute best to work with! We only had our engagement shoot with her so far and can’t wait for our wedding to come to see the brilliance behind her talent.

    M.K.

  • Sarah, you are a master of your craft and we feel so lucky and fortunate to have you as our photographer for our wedding!

    D.A.

  • Sarah has done it again! Not only is she unbelievably talented but she calmly directs and entertains our family which features a toddler and 7 month old.

    H.L.

  • Sarah is absolutely amazing at what she does! She has so much talent and knows how to capture every moment in her photos. We used her for our engagement and holiday photos and can't wait to use her again in the future! Thank you, Sarah, you're the best!

    K.R.

  • Sarah did our engagement pictures and they came out great! Usually picturing taking is a drag but Sarah made the whole experience fun and relaxing. Would recommend 10/10.

    T.F.