Sarah Van Hecke Photography

Sarah Van Hecke Photography Lifestyle, Wedding, and Portrait photographer in Auburn, Alabama. I love meeting new people, especially over coffee!

I've called Auburn my home for nearly 10 years now, and absolutely love life on the plains! Love meeting new people, so shoot me a message, e-mail, or text and lets get to know each other!

one day you'll miss being engaged 🤍not because wedding planning was easy.but because this version of life only exists fo...
06/09/2026

one day you'll miss being engaged 🤍

not because wedding planning was easy.

but because this version of life only exists for a little while.

the excitement of knowing forever is ahead of you.
the late-night conversations about your future.
the growing anticipation as the countdown gets shorter.
the feeling of being right in the middle of something you'll remember forever.

it's easy to spend this season focused on what's next.

but don't forget to pay attention to what's happening right now.

because one day, you'll look back and realize these were some of the sweetest days of all ✨

the best part of this job is how quickly it stops feeling like “client + photographer” 🤍it turns into trust, comfort, an...
06/08/2026

the best part of this job is how quickly it stops feeling like “client + photographer” 🤍

it turns into trust, comfort, and two people just showing up fully themselves in front of my camera!

that’s when the best photos happen, not when everything is posed perfectly, but when you feel completely at ease being seen.

if you want photos that feel like you, I’d love to work together ✨

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06/06/2026

proof that fairytale weddings actually exist 🤍✨

the sweetest people, the happiest tears, and a day that somehow felt both timeless and completely their own.

still not over this one!!

Photography:
Videography:
Coordination:
Venue:
Cake:
Tiramisu:
Rentals: , ,
Lighting & Draping: Southern Sounds
Beauty: & Tracy Smith
Transportation: Beach Bum Trolley
Band:
Ceremony musicians:
Florist:
Photobooth: Magic Memories Photo Booth

luke + sydney 🤍one of my favorite things about engagement sessions is getting to witness the excitement as it all starts...
06/04/2026

luke + sydney 🤍

one of my favorite things about engagement sessions is getting to witness the excitement as it all starts to feel real!

sydney's joy was written all over her face during this session, and documenting this season for these two was such a sweet reminder of what engagement is really about!

so excited for these two ✨

06/02/2026

a wedding I still can’t get over 🤍 the beardens brought the best energy, the sweetest moments, and a celebration that felt so genuinely them!

this was even more special getting to relive as they just celebrated their one year anniversary, and it still feels just as unforgettable!✨

Vendors:
Photography:
Planning:
Venue:
Video:
Makeup:
Hair: .by_sommerrobinson
Flowers:
Content creation:
Brides dress:
Bridesmaids dresses:

why detail photos matter 🤍your wedding details aren’t just “things to style.”they’re the pieces of your day that hold me...
06/01/2026

why detail photos matter 🤍

your wedding details aren’t just “things to style.”

they’re the pieces of your day that hold meaning long
before everything comes together.

the invitation you chose together.
the rings that represent your promise.
the little design choices that reflect your story.

they help set the tone for the entire gallery and they bring everything back full circle when you look at it later!

details might feel small in the moment, but together
they tell a big part of your story ✨

why engagement sessions matter 🤍for a lot of couples, this is the first time being in frontof a professional camera toge...
05/31/2026

why engagement sessions matter 🤍

for a lot of couples, this is the first time being in front
of a professional camera together.

and somewhere between the nervous laughter, walking
from spot to spot, and realizing it’s actually fun…
everything starts to feel more natural.

you learn that your photos don’t have to be perfect to
feel meaningful.

that the best moments usually happen in-between poses.
that being comfortable with your photographer changes
everything.

by the time the wedding day arrives, you’re no longer
wondering what to do with your hands or whether you’ll
look awkward in photos.

you already know how it feels to simply be present
together.

and that confidence carries into every part of the day ✨

engagement sessions are such a special pause in the middle of everything! before the timeline, before the wedding day ru...
05/30/2026

engagement sessions are such a special pause in the middle of everything! before the timeline, before the wedding day rush, just the two of you in this season.

no pressure, no expectations… just a chance to slow down, be present, and capture what this chapter actually feels like!

bailey + cam, this is a really sweet one to be in 🤍

emily + brody 🤍some couples walk up and immediately feel familiar inthe best way, like you’ve known them longer than you...
05/28/2026

emily + brody 🤍

some couples walk up and immediately feel familiar in
the best way, like you’ve known them longer than you
actually have.

from the first time we met, everything felt easy.
conversation flowed naturally, we connected instantly,
and I think we all knew pretty quickly that we were the
perfect fit.

that comfort carried into their engagement session too.
nothing forced, nothing complicated, just the two of
them being completely themselves together.

already counting down to october 3 🤍

05/27/2026

this is your sign to romanticize every part of your wedding season 🤍

the coffee runs after venue tours.
the late-night planning conversations.
the dress fittings, save-the-dates, and countdowns.
the excitement of knowing your favorite person is becoming your forever person.

it all goes by so quickly.

this season deserves to be documented in a way that feels honest, joyful, and true to you! not just the wedding day itself, but everything leading up to it too ✨





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Birmingham, AL
35201 TO 35298

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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