Sarah Davis

Sarah Davis is an LA-based photographer, director, and visual storyteller whose work lives at the intersection of film and stills. Her imagery carries a soft, warm, cinematic tone, drawing on analog and digital mediums to craft visuals that feel both artful and deeply human. Each frame reflects intentionality, light, and atmosphere — not just what’s seen, but how you feel seeing it.

As a multi-hyphenate creative, Sarah moves effortlessly between concept, direction, and production. She partners with brands and creators to build cohesive visual narratives across platforms, bringing depth, sensitivity, and a distinct voice to every project. The result: work that’s simultaneously elevated and resonant, crafted with integrity from idea to execution.

Accessibility Alt Text:  Black and white photobooth portraits of a woman with long dark hair, smiling softly in one frame and gently holding her face with both hands in the other.  SEO Caption:  Portrait diptych — intimate black-and-white photobooth self-portrait capturing quiet expression and natural warmth.

Concept

Art DirectionCreative DirectionConcept DevelopmentLocation ScoutingVisual Storytelling

Capture

PortraitureEditorial PhotographyVideographyCinematographyFilm Photography (35mm & Medium Format)Super 8 Film Videography

Craft

Photo EditingFilm EditingLayout & Sequencing

Gallery

Molly Gordon sits for makeup and hair styling, surrounded by artists mid-touch-up — captured candidly by Sarah Davis.
Portrait of Molly Gordon in a red off-the-shoulder gown having her hair styled before a shoot — photographed by Sarah Davis.
Mandy Moore poses in a striped knit dress against a neutral backdrop, hands resting gently on her stomach — photographed by Sarah Davis.
Couple walks hand-in-hand down a sunlit city street, vintage buildings and string lights framing the scene — photographed by Sarah Davis.
Woman seated on floor in oversized blazer and loafers, framed in warm film grain — photographed by Sarah Davis.
Outdoor summer table with homemade dishes, chamomile flowers, and handwritten menus — photographed by Sarah Davis.
Sunlit rustic kitchen with wood beams, open shelving, and “I Love Pizza” decor — photographed by Sarah Davis.
Pot of sauce simmering on a stovetop under golden kitchen light — photographed by Sarah Davis.
Woman with curly hair sits in natural light against an olive backdrop, wearing a black cardigan and gazing calmly toward camera — portrait by Sarah Davis.
Molly Gordon stands on a balcony in a bathrobe, holding a drink and exhaling softly into the evening light — photographed on film by Sarah Davis.
Molly Gordon and two friends walk hand-in-hand through a city crosswalk under summer trees — film still by Sarah Davis.
Polaroid film portrait of Molly Gordon in a lavender dress on a city rooftop, shot on Polaroid by Sarah Davis.
Couple embraces on a moving trolley, soft morning light falling across their faces — film photograph by Sarah Davis.
Woman in soft natural light rests her face on her hand, lost in thought — cinematic portrait on super 8 film by Sarah Davis.
Close-up of a table set with fresh salad, chamomile flowers, and rustic plates in afternoon light — photo by Sarah Davis.
Woman smiling in a sunlit kitchen wearing a white tank and gingham apron beside bowls of tomatoes — photo by Sarah Davis.
Tray of halved tomatoes drizzled with olive oil beside brown eggs in a rustic kitchen — by Sarah Davis.
Portrait of a woman in a denim jacket and white tee standing in a cozy, sunlit kitchen — photo by Sarah Davis.
Nine-photo portrait series of a woman with curly hair wearing a denim jacket against a green backdrop, expressive poses in warm natural light — photographed by Sarah Davis.
Close-up of Molly Gordon in a delicate floral dress, soft window light revealing sheer ruffles and quiet intimacy — by Sarah Davis.
Mandy Moore reclines on a red velvet sofa in a striped knit dress, surrounded by mid-century decor and natural light — photographed by Sarah Davis.
Close-up of elegant white heels adorned with pearls on a vintage floral carpet — photographed by Sarah Davis.
Woman in shimmering dress turns toward the camera against a muted green wall — film still by Sarah Davis.
Woman serving handmade pasta at an outdoor dinner, warm sunlight and checkered apron — photographed by Sarah Davis.
Hands holding a large pot of rigatoni in tomato sauce over a brick patio, golden light — by Sarah Davis.
Hands slicing garlic on a wooden counter in warm afternoon light — photographed by Sarah Davis.
Smiling woman in an apron standing in a rustic kitchen with two dogs in warm afternoon light — photo by Sarah Davis.
Portrait of a woman with curly hair reclining against a muted green backdrop in soft daylight, wearing a black sweater — photographed by Sarah Davis.