Sadie.35 | About

01 // THE OPERATOR ENGINEERING & MEDIA

I am Sadie. Currently operating out of the racing capital of the world: Indianapolis, Indiana.

My perspective isn't just formed from behind a viewfinder—it is built behind the wrench, the wiring harness, and the data acquisition systems. I began my engineering journey at Rose-Hulman and am proudly transferring to Purdue to complete my degree. Funding this path means balancing 50-60 hour work weeks alongside building S.35, but that hustle is exactly what fuels my creative drive.

From earning Honor Roll and graduating Summa Cum Laude, to my hands-on technical work in FSAE, I pour every ounce of that passion into the projects I share with the world, delivering the utmost quality, perspectives, and gratitude in my work.

I approach a camera the same way I approach a race car: as an instrument of precision.

Beyond the technical precision, S.35 is built on an ethos of inclusivity. I am fiercely committed to creating an open, safe, and proudly LGBT-friendly environment on every set, in every pit lane, and at every show.

02 // HYBRID OPTICS THE S.35 PHILOSOPHY

The Hybrid Optics system is a rebellion against overly sanitized, sterile digital media. It is the deliberate collision of raw analog grit and modern high-resolution performance.

My toolkit bridges generations. I capture the crisp, unforgiving speed of the track on a Canon R5 MKII supplied through LensRentals, paired with the soulful imperfections of an Asahi Pentax passed down to me by my grandfather.

By weaving together 35mm film, 4K digital, and Super8 video, the S.35 process creates a visual language rooted in future nostalgia. It’s like Dua Lipa meets photography—a high-energy, vintage-tinted pop of reality.

This isn't just a filter; it's a unique vision I'm here to share with the world.

03 // THE ETHIC UNCOMPROMISING STANDARDS

In an industry increasingly crowded by shortcuts, the S.35 code is simple and absolute.

Access is earned. Every image captured on the grid, in the garage, or in the photo pit is the result of proper channels, professional respect, and official accreditation. I do not cut corners to get the shot.

Consent is paramount. Whether shooting a global artist, a championship driver, or a candid editorial portrait, the dignity and consent of the subject are protected.

Ownership is absolute. I retain full rights, creative control, and copyright to all of my work unless explicitly licensed. The archive remains authentic, untampered, and fiercely independent.