What people are saying //

- PHOTO SESSIONS

- BREATHWORK / ENERGY HEALING / MENTORSHIP

- RETREATS

PHOTO SESSIONS:

“Working with Sterling was an absolute joy and pleasure! Her gift as an artist and photographer is not only incredible but the container she held during the photo shoot was so healing!! It was such a beautiful container and she is not only a talented artist but a healer. At the beginning of our time together, she led me through a grounding and breathwork exercise that was so centering and helped me connect to my spirit. I felt so comfortable and at ease! Through the flow of our collaboration I was able to lean into deep embodiment supported by Sterling, the surroundings that we were in, nature, and the elements. She captured the essence of my spirit through the photos so distinctly. Sterling offerings are unique and special and I cannot recommend giving yourself the gift of doing a photo shoot with Sterling enough!”

— Kiki

“My experience with Sterling was incredible and in many ways she was a lifesaver. I fully believe the universe aligned the stars at exactly the most vital time in my life and helped me to find her when I needed her most. The photoshoot was one of the most important and wonderful experiences I could have been blessed with at this difficult but exciting stage in my life. She created a calm and warm environment, but most importantly for me, a safe place. I highly recommend Sterling for her life-changing embodiment photoshoots.”

— Chelsea

“Working with Sterling was a dream. She is so mindful and intentional throughout the photoshoot, creating a safe and sacred space so your true essence can come out to play and truly shine. The entire shoot is a ritual, connecting with the land through love and gratitude, and connecting with the body through breathing exercises. I would recommend her to anyone looking to see themselves for who they truly are, allowing their soul’s radiance to show through.”

— Ilona

“Connecting with Sterling for an embodiment shoot was an unforgettably empowering and grounding experience. Sterlings calm energy made it easy to focus on the importance of honoring myself in the present moment. She has a natural gift to provide a safe space for creativity, guiding you with softness, acceptance, and positive light. As someone who is rather shy, I felt strong in my ability to trust the process with her gentle offerings, and connect deeper to self love within nature. The evening of our shoot was one of the most magically serene experiences landing at such a pivotal transition in my life. I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer and intuitive guide to capture the light that shines within. Looking forward to the opportunity to connect and create again.”

— Atalia

“Working with Sterling for our Embodiment Photoshoot included many of my favorite things: intention, ceremony, connection with nature, play and lots of laughter! Her gentle, grounded presence made it easy to settle into the moment and flow with the experience. I left feeling empowered, excited and grateful for the safe and intentional container to creatively collaborate.”

— Jen

“Sterling is such a beautiful soul, and she really has a gift for the art of capturing the human experience. I had an embodiment photo session with her, and I have to say that it was such a fun and creative experience for me! I felt so comfortable with her, and she helped me relax and just be playful during the shoot. The pictures came out so beautiful, and I felt like she captured my essence as a human, as a woman. I see my authentic self through these photos. I'm so grateful that I connected with Sterling and got to share this healing and transformative experience with her. I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking to not just get photos taken - but also have their beauty captured in a way that is artistic and expressive.”

— Shawne

“I’ve been blessed in having amazing photographers for my business brand throughout the past 20+ years. Yet, my session with Sterling Rung was like no other. Because she guided me in breath work and connection to my true self, I felt calm and relaxed throughout the photoshoot. I loved how she found the perfect places in nature which highlighted my authentic self, especially in her suggestions of how I could simply be. And if all of this wasn’t enough, Sterling has an incredible “eye” and captures light, movement and the model’s “best self”. She truly is a gifted photographer whom you will love experiencing.”

— Barbara

“Sterling's presence in itself is calming and grounding. She has a very special gift that I've experienced and also learned from — she is present, genuine and comforting, it may sound simple but it's a treasure and one not commonly encountered. The breathing and meditation exercises we did before the photoshoot helped me to feel comfortable in front of a camera. Sterling helped me to feel comfortable in my own skin - which to me is priceless. As a light-skinned Pacific Islander, I rarely felt comfortable with my appearance... until I moved to the mainland for college. But even then while I felt adequately assimilated, my soul felt split. This experience has helped me to love myself wholly and fully, marrying my two selves that I had kept separate for too long. Never would I have thought that a photoshoot would allow me that. Sterling’s talents are very special and unique. I am forever grateful that our paths crossed. To anyone thinking about an embodiment photoshoot, I say go for it. And if an embodiment photoshoot doesn't really sound like your thing, still consider it :) I thought the same, but I'm really glad that I did it. I've always wanted to be able to capture the moon's beauty as seen through my eyes... not easy. But Sterling seems to do just that in her photography. Capturing the pure beauty and magic of another!”

— Brittany

“I highly recommend Sterling for embodiment photo shoots. As I make my way out of my cocoon and transition into the next phase of my vibrant BEing, she was not only able to hold space for the perfection of where I was, she was also able to intuitively co-create the perfect environment for my evolved expression to blossom with grace. She sees you in wholeness, allowing the highest brilliance to naturally unfold as she captures nuances beyond perception. Our experience together was a special sacred journey where I was able to be present with who I was and who I was becoming all in the same space; sharing love, gratitude and reverence as my cocoon fell away, becoming aware of my expanded multidimensional self in excitement, and receiving a glimpse of where my new wings will carry me. Not only did I feel held the whole time, my whole transformation was also captured in our shoot, which was in exact resonance with my heart. Sterling and her offerings are a true gift to me and this world.

From every bit of my infinite heart, THANK YOU”

— Brandee

“Sterling offered such a safe space and easy going atmosphere for my photoshoot. Her energy is naturally grounded and calm, which helped me feel spiritually connected to the nature we were surrounded in. The photos are absolutely stunning – Sterling was able to intuitively capture my essence within both professional and artistic shots. I would recommend this to any small business owner who wants to show their light to clients and customers, as well as anyone who wants to cherish their beauty for years to come.”

— Jazmin

“Sterling was super attentive to my energy and style of art when we consulted. I totally see how her photography is tailored to the individual and how she adjusts her portrayal for each mood. I loved my pictures and I felt super comfortable with her during the entire shoot. Thanks for the experience and personal attention to expression!”

— Anne

“Working with Sterling on an embodiment photo session was truly a unique and special experience! I really loved how she personalized the experience every step of the way and made the photoshoot both tranquil and beautiful - plus it really helped that she knew the perfect photo spots! I hope to have another session with Sterling in the near future.”

— Joelle

“I was nervous for my branding photoshoot, but Sterling made the entire experience feel seamless and easy - just being in her grounding presence made me feel more comfortable in front of the camera. She's responsive, easy to work with, and even made suggestions of additional photo angles and poses - she intuitively knew what would fit the essence of my brand. I'm so happy with how the photos turned out and highly recommend working with Sterling!”

— Vanessa

“Sterling is the most wonderful photographer. Our first shoot together we hiked a trail to a river. I am not the most athletically inclined and I have a fear of heights to boot, but Sterling held my hand when I was nervous, and even found spots along the way to take some pictures. She has such a calming presence I instantly felt at ease with her. She was open to ideas but also had a solid concept in her mind. She always noted the details; whether my hair was out of place, or fewer ferns were needed. Spending the day tree bathing and sitting with my feet in the water was so restorative and brought me so much peace. I knew I definitely wanted to work with Sterling again. The finished photos were extraordinary. She really has such an eye, and such a gift for capturing an interesting shot. When I looked at the photos of me, in the woods, I thought, “I look like art.” And any photographer who can make her model see that in a photograph is an incredible artist.”

— Teresa

“She’s incredible and I highly recommend working with her. She made me so comfortable and brought out my BEAUTY in a way I can’t describe!”

— Micaela

“Sterling was an absolute joy to work with! Her creativity flowed and shined as an environmental artist and photographer. From the start she made sure that I was completely comfortable and know that my voice is heard. The quality in her photography, angles, editing style and mood that she brings is absolutely stunning and I instantly became a fan of her work. She is truly a must to work with, thank you Sterling for being you!”

— Destany

“Spent a magical afternoon with Sterling in the forest. Her calm energy instantly puts you at ease. She is a master at gently directing the shoot to bring out your best light. It's so easy to work with her and I am beyond thrilled with the photos! The composition of the photos and sunlight makes each one pure art. Would definitely make a trip to work with her again”

— Noelle

“Sterling was a wonderful person to shoot with. It was my first time shooting so I was nervous to say the least; but Sterling did an amazing job making me relaxed and reassured. She respected my boundaries and never asked me to do something I wasn’t comfortable with, all while effectively communicating her artistic vision. She gave good direction on how to pose in a way that mimics the natural surroundings, so the whole process felt effortless and enjoyable.”

— Kasia

“Phenomenal photographer! I have had the most gorgeous experience with Sterling and her deeply grounding and fun Embodied Photo Session on location at Semiahmoo on the Salish Sea. She put me at ease, was gracious and took the most epic photos! I can't wait for my next Session!”

— Kerri

“I am so pleased with the photos and experience working with you! I learned quite a bit about myself during this photoshoot. Mostly about the perceptions and visions I've had of myself. Thank you for capturing these moments in time, during such a powerful transformative phase of life. You did an incredible job of showing my strength and vulnerability - sometimes within the very same image. Thank you.”

— Elizabeth

“I feel like my true self came out through theses amazing photographs. I am honored to be photographed by someone so talented and kind. My expectations were blown out of the water, and I am so happy with the work Sterling has done. I hope to do this again some day, thank you so much!”

— Emily

BREATHWORK / ENERGY HEALING / MENTORSHIP

“My first breathwork ceremony with Sterling was the single most impactful and profound experience of my life!”

— J

“My aunt and I attended Sterlings breathwork ceremony and it was a truly transformative experience. Although it brought up intense emotions, Sterlings calm and reassuring guidance brought me clarity and peace. I highly recommend her breathwork ceremony for anyone seeking self discovery and inner healing!”

— Alison

“I started the COME HOME Mentorship program, on the brink of burnout... I was not getting outside, honoring my body when it needed rest, or listing to my intuition, I didn't know what desires I had, I just wanted help. After I met Sterling in-person, I could feel how powerful she was and decided the support would be beneficial for my well-being. She helped guide me to creating a vision of the future, and leading me to my own desires. I was a seed beginning to grow! As we began our sessions she learned more about the bosses I had that kept me believing that working 24/7 was the only path to success. She began to give me action tasks that were helpful in ways I didn't know yet. I filled my spare time with nature, less screen time, and simple breathwork practices...this changed my whole day. My nervous system began to ease.

We worked on letting emotions come through, I began to feel my intuition and synchronicities started happening... I was growing into a beautiful flower! I opened up about desires to let go of a relationship, I had no clue how to do it. And she guided me through the process. Honoring both people in a relationship while letting go of the past isn't easy. She kept reassuring me that it was possible. Soon more synchronicities started happening, more abundance, more friends, and a beautiful home that fit my budget! And although scary, Sterling kept me on path, kept me knowing that it was okay to rest, am worthy of abundance, and that I can show up authentically! And all the while cultivating strong self-love and trust in myself. Thank you Sterling for guiding me through this life changing experience, wisefully, lovingly, and patiently. Sterling is a gifted mentor. If you're thinking about joining her mentorship, just do it. Just know you might experience your whole life change for the better!”

— Emily

“Sterling’s Breathwork Ceremonies are completely life changing and transformational. Her powerful presence, creation of setting, perfect soundtrack, and space holding ability provided the safety and encouragement I needed to go deep within and receive healing. I experienced my first breathwork session with Sterling over a month ago, and I am still seeing the effects in every area of my life. I was finally able to move through grief and get to expansive love. And it stuck!”

— Lewis

“If you have an opportunity to work with Sterling in any capacity -do it!! Just being in her presence feels like a gift. I’ve done a few breathwork sessions with her and she is incredible. I can’t wait for an opportunity to go on one of her retreats.”

— Jill

“What a magical experience! Sterling came with everything we needed and was incredibly kind and professional. I instantly felt comfortable in her calming presence and loved the way she tailored the session based on my beginning experience with breathwork. We started with a guided meditation and went into different breath exercises. I feel like it opened up a lot of energy for me and has served as a catalyst for other good things in my life since doing it! She even allowed space at the end to chat about the experience and answer any questions. This experience taught me the importance of breath as a tool for what feels like everything. I cannot recommend her more! Such a gem to have in Bellingham and will definitely be signing up for another session soon.”

— Sage

"Sterling is a gifted mentor and guide. I had a wonderful experience during our embodiment coaching session. I felt completely supported through her mentorship, guided breathwork, and oracle reading. She connected with my spirit guides and offered helpful advice. The day after our session, I aligned with an incredible opportunity for my business—I’m so grateful for her energetic guidance!"

— Jazmin

"Sterling's breathwork ceremonies are so powerful, sacred and transformative! I have so much gratitude for Sterling being the bright light that she is. She has been an incredible mentor, guide, inspiration and example for me. Thank you!"

— Alana

“After our 5 weeks together, I kept circling back to this theme of rest, and how essential it is to stay energetically balanced. I resist resting, and have only recently uncovered a belief that I am not deserving of it. Connecting to my breath is one of the most powerful ways to hear the truest-truth that I am most certainly deserving. My breath is helping me heal and raising that threshold of worth. It’s a slow burn as I keep shaping new habits, but I’m able to do this work because of our time together and the practice we created. Sterling helped me access an inner strength, a more resilient divine self, that has and always will be there to illuminate my path. I felt safe and loved and seen in her presence. Thank you for sharing your gifts with me.”

— Natalie

“I could not be more pleased with how lovely of an experience I had doing breathwork with sterling! She is such a sweet soul packed full of so much knowledge. I am so grateful for how much I took away from our practice. I was left with an incredible sense of calmness and ease after the breath exercises. It was such a great reset to my day. I’m really looking forward to continuing my own self practice of breath work, as I can see it helping me a lot with my anxiety throughout the day.”

— Selma

“This was my first experience doing a breathwork class, and it was amazing. I felt like I secretly did an hour of meditation. Sterling is very intuitive with her class and has a great ability detect what her clients need during a session. After the class I felt extremely calm, refreshed and happy. It was a great reset- just the thing I have been needing! Highly recommend!”

— Kori

“Sterling's calm yet commanding presence made staying present in the breathwork and embodiment practices effortless. It was a great way to incorporate mindfulness into my work day, and I learned new tools that I can use to connect with my breath whenever I feel stagnant or stuck in the future!”

— Vanessa

“I felt so much clearer and joyful in the after the embodiment session and very at ease. I can't wait to have a professional photo session with her! She offers these calming embodiment and breathwork sessions once a month and I am excited to join her again.”

— Kerri

“I attended a breath work and tea ceremony with Sterling. Her energy was calm and encouraging. I really enjoyed the experience and look forward to attending more in the future.”

— Jennifer

“This was a lovely experience that really cleared out daily stresses and brought me back home to my body. It was truly rejuvenating and I left feeling a real appreciation of being in my own energy.”

— Elizabeth

RETREATS

“Sterling is the definition of warmth, kindness, and compassion. The meals, the individual sessions, the community, and the closeness to nature made this retreat an unforgettable, life-changing experience. She facilitated a supportive and caring environment giving us the time and space to feel through our experiences. I will definitely be back for future offerings. I am honored to be a part of the welcoming, beautiful community they have created!”

— Amanda

“My retreat experience with Sterling was the most powerful experience of my life! Her insight and presence were such powerful things for me and I loved every moment of the experience! I really apprecaited the buildup to the actual ceremony, it was such a gentle process and it really put my mind at ease.  The journaling and breath work were such powerful tools to keep me present and to not overthink anything. Once the journey began I can't even put into words how powerful Sterling’s presence was. She knew when I needed my space and when I needed support. During the retreat was the first time in my life that I allowed myself to fully embrace all the good and bad about me. It is a time that I will always remember and will truly cherish.”

— Ryan

“This retreat was one of the most powerful retreats I have attended. The quality of the guest practitioners were excellent. And Sterling and Nicole are the loveliest people you will ever meet. They held such a sacred and safe space to share individual journeys. Ii also loved that it was laid back , while also being committed to the work. It was a beautiful balance. I only wish it was longer ! Oh and the food was absolutely amazing.”

— Delilah

“I'm still in awe of how much this retreat supported and transformed me. Sterling is an inspiring and compassionate guide who cultivates a sense of ease in the group. I felt completely nurtured the whole weekend. I’ll never forget my experiences with the excellent practitioners, as well as the connections I made with the community. I’ll definitely join her retreat again!”

— Jazmin

“Sterling and Love are incredible women who each bring their unique gifts to the plant ceremony. I felt a great sense of respect and appreciation for both of them as well as the sacred space that the ceremony was held. In their own ways each brings magic back to the world that we may all share and help each other grow! Thank you for your inspiration and holding space for our community.”

— Taryn

“I highly recommend investing in yourself and attending a retreat with Sterling. I arrived with an open mind and a lot of stress. After the breath work opening with Sterling I felt very present and was easily able to be present. A bonus from the workshops was gaining sisterhood and building an immediate bond. Sterling is an extremely talented photographer and I am in love with my photos. She captured the day beautifully and turned out better than expected.”

— Jenn

“Sterling was full of joy, thoughtfulness, and inspiration. She brings her full heart to each interaction. After my retreat, I feel a renewed sense of peace and clarity—like a trip to a day spa for your mind and soul. I left feeling renewed, inspired, and on track, with exercises to continue down the path of well-being and worthiness. All the facilitators were exceptional and had executed their "mission" to restore the spirit. I truly recommend investing in a retreat with her!”

— Cami

“I had a wonderful time. I think you picked an excellent and homey location. I felt relaxed the entire time! The choice of guest practitioners was exceptional and both you created an incredible space for growth, healing, and empowerment. So much of the words and information I picked up over my weekend with you has resurfaced and provided new clarity. I would recommend to anyone interested that they invest in the entire weekend, the extra time for bonding and sisterhood is worth it!”

— Elinor

“This retreat was a wonderful, supportive experience. I really appreciate the calming, accepting, and confident presence of Sterling. The time we spent together was a nice mixture of free time to integrate and guided breathwork, meditation, and hands-on healing. It was relaxed and constructive, and was a nourishing opportunity to connect with other womxn. Thank you for offering a sacred space to celebrate ourselves and one another!”

— Amber

“Sterling & Nicole hosted such a beautiful retreat. The food was incredible, the company was lovely, and the atmosphere was calm & grounding yet expansive - exactly what I needed. I loved the various workshops that were offered and I left the weekend feeling more at-home in my body, but also feeling like I had the tools to continue the growth after I left.”

— Vanessa

“Had a fully restful day unplugging and reconnecting with new humans after a long time of not flexing my social muscles. Left feeling physically and emotionally well and empowered. Beautiful landscape. New friends. Really was able to bliss out. Sterling, Barbara and Sage put such attention to detail into the event. So many of their thoughtful touches made the experience special. What a treat! I tapped into a childlike part of myself.”

— Brittany

“So grateful to be part of this retreat experience! It was everything I needed and more! Thank you so much! Looking forward to the next one for sure!!”

— Celina