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Sarah Jane Thornington, Cape Cod portrait photographer, artivist, and seeker of wonder…

beach portraits June – October

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…and I think to myself, what a wonderful world…

Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? – Mary Oliver

mom and dad with three small children in the beach grass at the golden hour

family portraits

because it’s always the best time for a family portrait, look at how cute they are right now..

senior girl in front of ocean looking down

senior photos

such an exciting time to be a senior; everything is changing, everything is just beginning, time to celebrate you and who you are right now.

large family group in front of ocean laughing

Cape Cod generational portraits

You’re all together in one place, who knew there could be so much love (and so much laughter) all together in one place. The perfect time for a portrait…

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casual head shots of woman in studio

commercial work

casual business portraits and team photos in studio or on location; exhibition photography; and more…

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artivism – public art

I believe in finding wonder everywhere we can, I believe in science, in love, in climate change and that awareness brings change. Inquire for public art commissions.

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artivism – workshops & shows

Finding the wonder means sharing that wonder, available for community and private art classes, collaborative weaving, and programs. Please inquire

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Latest Articles

  • Cape Cod rambles
    Thankfulness
    Jan 2, 2014

    Happy New Year! One of my friends posted their thankfulness jar online at the end of the year, and I decided as it was New Year’s day when…

  • a dog’s life, Cape Cod rambles
    Winter on Cape Cod
    Dec 21, 2013

    Today is the first day of winter. As I was walking my dog this morning, I realized there are so many things I love about winter on Cape…

  • Cape Cod rambles, Sarah creates…
    Martha’s Vineyard inspiration
    Dec 13, 2013

      My beautiful sister visited the States for the first time ever from England at the tail end of the summer. We had such a great time showing…

  • Cape Cod rambles, families
    Happy Thanksgiving
    Nov 27, 2013

    I wish you all love and happiness as you spend this holiday with your families. I love those days when there is nothing to take you away from…

  • children, Sarah creates…
    Cape Cod Portraits: Great Island
    Nov 6, 2013

      I love this portrait. Every time I come across it, I get lost in the sweetness of the little girls face. I also love words and quotes…

  • Cape Cod rambles, children
    My favorite day
    Oct 14, 2013

    Today is my favorite day. Thirteen years ago today my life changed in the most magical and wonderful way. Adriana, happy 13th birthday. As you become a teenager,…

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The Studio by the Sea

Ebb the Tide available for shows, workshops and commissions world-wide

Sarahbird Adventures – world-wide small group travel for women – next up Kenya 2027

photographing in Chatham, Eastham, Wellfleet, Hyannisport, Cotuit and Cape-wide

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The Studio by the Sea, Main Street, Hyannis, Cape Cod

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