We recently connected with Sarah Maverick and have shared our conversation below.
Sarah , thank you so much for taking the time to share your lessons learned with us and we’re sure your wisdom will help many. So, one question that comes up often and that we’re hoping you can shed some light on is keeping creativity alive over long stretches – how do you keep your creativity alive?
I keep it alive by allowing myself to continually fall in love with people and their stories, and by creating work that holds real meaning for them. When I slow down, stay present, and lead with connection, creativity comes naturally.
Thanks for sharing that. So, before we get any further into our conversation, can you tell our readers a bit about yourself and what you’re working on?
I’m a portrait photographer focused on creating intimate, emotionally grounded imagery that honors people as they truly are. My work lives at the intersection of editorial and deeply human—rooted in connection, storytelling, and the belief that being seen is powerful.
What excites me most about what I do is the transformation that happens when someone realizes they don’t need to perform to be worthy of beautiful imagery. Whether I’m photographing motherhood, family, or the quiet in-between moments of a person’s life, my goal is always the same: to create something meaningful for them—art that feels honest, reverent, and lasting.
Lately, my focus has been on slowing the process down even more—returning to print, intentional pacing, and creating experiences that feel sacred rather than transactional. I’m continuing to expand my fine-art offerings and build work that prioritizes legacy over trends, and depth over volume.
At the core of it all, this work is about people—their stories, their seasons, and the quiet beauty of being fully present within them.
Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?
Looking back, the three most impactful qualities in my journey have been presence, discernment, and patience.
Presence—learning how to truly see people—has shaped everything. The work deepened the moment I stopped trying to impress and started paying attention. For anyone early on, this means slowing down, listening more than you speak, and letting real connection lead the work.
Discernment came with time. Knowing what to say yes to, what to protect, and what doesn’t align is a skill that changes everything. My advice is to trust your instincts sooner than you think you should, and to build boundaries that allow your work to stay honest.
Patience has been essential. Growth rarely happens all at once—it unfolds quietly, through repetition, refinement, and seasons of uncertainty. Stay committed, even when it feels slow. Depth takes time, and it’s worth letting your work evolve naturally rather than forcing it.
Who has been most helpful in helping you overcome challenges or build and develop the essential skills, qualities or knowledge you needed to be successful?
My family. They’ve been my grounding force—offering steady support, perspective, and a constant reminder of what truly matters. Through them, I’ve learned patience, resilience, and how to create from a place of love rather than pressure. They’ve shaped not just the way I work, but the way I move through the world.
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