THE LIGHT THAT HOLDS YOU

Portraits of Unspoken Power

A commissioned portrait experience for women over 40 by photographer Sarah Waters

You’ll be featured in a gallery-style exhibition of women and their stories.

Experience an empowering portrait experience, then we’ll all come together and celebrate the beauty, strength and wisdom of women in their 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond.

People viewing framed photographs at The Unbreakable art exhibition by Sarah Waters inside The Stoller Family Estate Experience center in Dayton, Oregon.

Step into your story and share how far you’ve come.

You’ll be featured in my Fall 2026 Gallery Exhibition with portraits and stories of women in their 40s 50s 60s, 70s+.

Collection of five vintage photographs of Sarah Water and her mother Shurlee enjoying outdoor activities, including at the beach, a park, and a swimming pool.

Hi! I am Sarah Waters, a 60-year-old portrait photographer serving clients nationwide.

The Light That Holds You Portrait Experience is more than a photo session. It’s an invitation ~ to celebrate your strength and share your story by stepping into the light.

An inclusive space where your boldness and natural beauty are celebrated, exactly as you are, right now.

This series weaves together two of my deepest loves: the art of storytelling and the power of human connection.

As an adoptee who lost my mother, Shurlee, at age 11, the weight of that absence shaped everything. Thankfully, my father was a photographer and I have stunning images of her. They’ve kept her close all these years and are some of my most cherished possessions.

My approach is gentle, intuitive, and designed to help you feel relaxed in front of the camera ~ so your portraits reflect who you are.

Let’s create legacy images you’ll treasure ~ I have a limited spaces remaining for this series in cities along Route 66 in August in Chicago, St. Louis, Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Albequerque, Winslow, Santa Monica or possibly your city!

I can’t wait to meet you,
Sarah

In the past looking at pictures of me, I always thought they didn’t capture me. I didn’t even recognize myself.

Sarah has a gift. She is able to capture not just how you look on the outside but more so who you are on the inside, how you feel. And I love that. Plus, while getting pampered at the photoshoot, it feels great to make new friends! 

Dagmar Gewiese ~ Cert. Professional Coach, Cert. Hypnotherapist & Transformational Therapist

Smiling Susan Dingle, Poet Laureate for Clark County Washington with short white hair, wearing a black dress and jewelry against a dark background.
Portrait of an older woman with long gray hair wearing glasses, a black top, and floral pants, seated on a wooden stool against a dark background.

I am grateful for the generous way in which Sarah has seen us all. You should know what a joy it is to be photographed by someone who sees so deeply.

Sarah Waters has an artist’s vision and a poet’s sensibility to see beyond the seen, to the spirit. 

Bravo, Sarah, and thank you for sharing your seeing of us with the world!

Susan Dingle ~ Ecumenical Social Justice Minister, Clark County Poet Laureate

I am Sarah’s long-lost sister and I want to thank Sarah for including me in this love project of hers, for sharing her love of photography and storytelling and for displaying women's strengths.

Cathy Morales ~ Cal State LA Graduate Program Manager

A woman with dark brown hair and a bright smile, wearing a black top, outdoors.

Yvonne Yeh-Gee ~ Founder, Embrace Qi

What is the investment?


“The Light That Holds You” Portrait Sessions begin at $790 with a $500 credit towards an image collection. Collections begin at $1790.

As one of my 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s+ women, you receive:

• Wardrobe Styling and Location Planning Consultation

• Fully guided professional photo session on location

• Portrait reveal and artwork ordering session

• See your image alongside all the women and your story will be shared at the Gallery Show once everyone is photographed, Thursday, October 29th at Stoller Family Estate.

Collections of digital and printed images are sold separately ~ inquire for all collection pricing.

Portrait of a woman with blonde hair, wearing a black blouse and jewelry, sitting with one leg crossed over the other against a plain white background.

Freedom

She’s seldom welcomed, but she owns the room.

The purpose, hers.

Years of running into a wall, when it’s the only way out.

Legs firm – her ground secure.

Heart centered – purpose claimed.

Mind forward – fate designed.

Spirit driven;
she leaps into her own divinity.

by Kim Gast ~ kimstanding.com ~ 2 Time Participant

Technology, Public Sector and Non-Profit GTM Builder & Leader

SESSIONS ARE LIMITED

Fill out the form below and let’s talk about your participation in:

THE LIGHT THAT HOLDS YOU ~ Portraits of Unspoken Power

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHO CAN TAKE PART IN THIS EXPERIENCE?

All women over 40, 50, 60, 70+ are invited. I have photographed stunning images of women of various shapes and sizes, with distinct tastes, from worldly backgrounds, and with fascinating views of life.

MAY I BRING MY BUSINESS PARTNER?

Due to the high touch nature of this experience, each woman will need to reserve an individual session.

MAY I BRING MY SPOUSE OR CHILDREN OR PETS?

We love doing family portraits! You may bring one additional family member or fur baby for the base creative fee. Additional people or pets may be added for $50 per person.

WHERE DOES THE SESSION TAKE PLACE?

We go over all the details and answer your questions on our Zoom Wardrobe, Styling and Location Planning call before your session.

DO WE PROVIDE OUR OWN WARDROBE?

Yes! Your portraits are a reflection of YOU. We make sure that you aren’t wearing something that you feel wonderful in.

WHEN AND WHERE IS THE GALLERY SHOW

The Gallery Show takes place once everyone is photographed at Stoller Family Estate in Dayton, OR, October 29th 2026.

YOU ARE ART

Show your beautiful self with a gorgeous piece of Wall Art! Many women choose to enlarge and frame one of their pieces, or create albums so they have a lasting tangible memory from their experience.

A living room with a beige sofa adorned with pink and white pillows. A wooden coffee table holds a glass vase with greenery, a candelabra, two mugs, and a book. Black-and-white wall art of a woman in a white suit hangs on the wall above the sofa.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN YOUR PORTRAIT EXPERIENCE?

  • A clothing rack with light and neutral colored shirts and jackets hanging on wooden hangers in a softly lit room.

    CONSULTATION AND WARDROBE STYLING ZOOM CALL

    Complete custom photo session design, advice on colors, styling and locations. A lot of people borrow dresses from RENT THE RUNWAY, and some come in their favorite sweater. The choice is yours!

    You’ll choose your image collection on this call too and see all the amazing products offered.

  • Woman smiling outdoors wearing a cowboy hat and holding a camera, with a landscape of fields and mountains in the background.

    YOUR COMMISSIONED PORTRAIT SESSION WITH ARTIST SARAH WATERS

    After the planning, Sarah will guide you at your choice of locations. Have family members come at the end if you choose to add to your experience!

    You’ll love your images, guaranteed. It is Sarah’s job to show you in your best light with the most flattering posing.

  • Modern living room with large sliding glass doors, wooden ceiling beams, a gray sofa with pillows, a wooden coffee table, and a framed portrait of a woman on the wall.

    VIEWING ALL YOUR GORGEOUS IMAGES AND ORDERING WALL ART

    You’ve already chosen your Collection and we’ve discussed how you’ll display your photographs.

    Now you’ll grab a cup of Chai or a glass of wine and will see your gorgeous images for the first time.

    Choose which portraits you’d like as ART for your home and to gift to your loved ones.

  • GALLERY SHOWCASE OF ALL THE WOMEN

    Once all the participants are photographed, we’ll celebrate with a Gallery Exhibit to showcase YOU and your very important story.

    You’ll laugh, you may cry, and you’ll meet new friends and share in a unique sisterhood. I can’t wait to celebrate with you!

it's time to love on yourself •

it's time to love on yourself •

A woman in a long dark skirt and white top with puffed sleeves poses outdoors with her arms extended and head tilted back, standing in a landscape with the Painted Hills in the background.

Gift yourself or a loved one with this session. Your mother, a partner or spouse, any woman you love who would enjoy this experience.

Our time together will take 2 hours, and the memory, printed portraits will last for generations.

Collections of digital and printed images are purchased separately. Contact Sarah for details.

Charley Downing ~ Director of Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity - Northwest Outward Bound School

SESSIONS ARE LIMITED

Fill out the form below and let’s talk about you being a part of:

THE LIGHT THAT HOLDS YOU ~ Portraits of Unspoken Power