A smiling couple hugging in a grassy field with tall trees in the background, during daytime.
A woman in a flowing, light green dress standing outdoors in a grassy field with trees in the background, smiling and looking over her shoulder.
A person stands in a forest with tall trees, using a keyboard or synthesizer on a stand, with sunlight filtering through the branches.
A young woman with long brown hair smiling outdoors near trees and a faint residential neighborhood in background.
Multiple people stacking their hands together, showing a variety of skin tones, rings, and a watch. One person wears a checkered red and blue shirt, another a beige sweater, and others in different clothing. The background shows a wooden deck.
A young girl in a floral dress holding yellow sunflowers, smiling among yellow flowers and adults nearby.

Capturing visuals that testify to your season.

A woman with long hair, dressed in a flowing green dress, raises a light-colored cloth above her head outdoors during sunlight, with a blurred natural background.
A young woman with long brown hair smiling outdoors in a wooded area, wearing a light denim jacket, earrings, and a beige turtleneck sweater.
A man smiling while carrying a young girl on his shoulders outdoors during daytime.

Photographer based in Lancaster, PA

A woman with reddish hair wearing a maroon shirt and black pants sitting cross-legged on wooden stairs in front of a closed wooden door, holding a camera and smiling.

The smile behind the camera

I’m passionate about capturing the beauty in life—from the everyday moments of child rearing at home to the visionary moments that bring your soul to life. My happy place is the space where you are thriving in your season and I’m cheering you on with my camera as a witness. I would be honored to celebrate your journey with you!

– Sarah Magdalena

Portfolio

Close-up of a young woman with blue eyes and long brown hair, wearing a light-colored blazer, standing against a red brick wall.
Family of six standing outdoors in a grassy field, smiling at the camera with hills and trees in the background.

WHAT MY CLIENTS ARE SAYING

"Working with Sarah is always a pleasure!"

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"She does phenomenal work! I felt so at ease during our session."

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"She captured exactly what I was looking for."

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"High quality photos, timely edits, encouraging experience, & trustworthy photographer!"

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"Sarah is so great at understanding what you are trying to capture and figuring out to capture it naturally."

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"Working with Sarah is always a pleasure!" • "She does phenomenal work! I felt so at ease during our session." • "She captured exactly what I was looking for." • "High quality photos, timely edits, encouraging experience, & trustworthy photographer!" • "Sarah is so great at understanding what you are trying to capture and figuring out to capture it naturally." •

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Loving these film edits from Tyler's graduate session!! The disposable camera lens making a comeback is so nostalgic for me and looking at the images reminded me of some of the first photos I ever took. Full circle moment for sure, coupled with captu
Color vs black and white... Which do you prefer? I'm loving the timeless look of the black and white on this edit! Something about it adds depth to the timeless celebration of motherhood.
Such a sweet engagement session with this beautiful couple!! Brian’s zest for life and Bailey’s steadfast strength will make for a powerful union and I’m so excited to photograph their wedding in October!! #magdalenavisuals
Adrianna came to me for professional headshots and we had such a fun session together! She is full of a contagious zest and it shines through her personality and her enthusiasm for quality of life. If you’re in the Lancaster area and looking fo
I believe that your story is not only worth telling—its worth celebrating. Let’s celebrate it together! Visit the link in my bio to learn more about my core values 🌿 #magdalenavisuals