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It is my intention to capture your narrative, whether celebrating daily life, an engagement, or a growing family.
Natural expressions and playful dynamics are at the forefront of my sessions, including genuine laughter, unscripted forehead kisses, and loving glances. This process of embracing authenticity embodies photography style, which is distinguished by a moody and lush documentarian spirit.
This medium and mentality enables me to push the creative boundary. It is the means for challenging assumptions of ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ in portrait composition and the creative process. It is high risk, high reward where my clients become my best friends and their opinion and story are assets. It is enhancing the photo beyond what you see to what you feel.
I believe...
PUSHING THE CREATIVE ENVELOPE.
I understand this struggle too well. I have always HATED getting my photo taken. Through curating my photography experience, I have realized you only feel awkward in photos because you didn't have the right person taking your photos.
Taking photos with me is like hanging out with a friend that happens to have a camera on them. My sessions are filled with me screaming about how hot you are, cracking inappropriate jokes, and making sure you are feeling confident 100% of the time. You don't have to perform or have any strict poses. It's all about trusting me and letting go. I'll be there to celebrate your nerdy side, awkward quirks, and introverted intuition so you can be entirely present and unapologetically yourself.
And I know what you are thinking, "But I look so awkward in photos!"
Actually, you don't. You just haven't had the right person take your photos.
It's the little things that truly set me apart.
But here's the thing...
I may be a little biased but the photographer is the most important vendor on your wedding day. They will spend the most time with you to capture all the moments, big and small. Your wedding photographer should go above and beyond in curating a space where you are your babe feel comfortable
Let's liberate ourselves of traditional perfection in favor of making space for these unparalleled sensations. In doing so, you will venture to untether yourself from self-doubt and butterflies for portraits that exude your divine bliss, love, and dream-like reality.
If I am going to be your photographer, you have to be okay with me getting into the vulnerable and emotional moments, the moments that really matter.
Like the excitement of your flower girl helping with your makeup, the pride of your dad handing you over, you and your mom laughing to tears as she helps you get ready, your grandma's reaction to seeing you in your wedding dress for the first time, or the tear strolling down your lovers face as they see you walk down the aisle.
Emotionally prepare for crying over a photo collection that illuminates: the giddy laughter of your bridal party as the bride steps into her wedding gown, the fireworks of the first kiss as a wedded couple, the warmth of cheeks touching during your first dance, and the tears falling from your great uncle’s eyes as he remembers his own wedding from decades past.
It is said, your wedding zooms by. But I want these photos to ensure you remember every little detail.
If that all sound great to you, then we are a match made in heaven.
'"But I look SO awkward in photos''
And, I know what you're thinking
What to expect
200k+
75+
10k+
love stories told
PHOTOS TAKEN
MILES TRAVELED
+ Complimentary engagement session (on select packages)
+ Coverage starting at 4 hours
+ Up to 12 hours of coverage
+ Option to add a second photographer
+ Full download and printing rights
+50+ photos per hour
+ 40 sneak peaks within 24-48 hours
+ Location scouting
+ Pinterest mood board
+ Online gallery available for 90 days
+ 6-8 week turnaround
starting at 2990
Weddings and Elopements
+ Full download and printing rights
+ 60+ photos per hour
+ 10 sneak peaks within 24 hours
+ Location scouting
+ Pinterest mood board
+ Online gallery available for 30 days
+ 2 week turnaround
starting at 800
Couples sessions
Investment
The Process
Contact for availability
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Consultation
Pay invoice and sign contract
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Engagement session planning
Final meeting
WEDDING DAY AHHHHHH
Inquire using the link below and fill out my form! I'll get back to you within 24-48 hours.
After that initial email, I'll email you to schedule a consultation. During this hour-long meeting, we'll chat about you two, wedding details, and pricing.
After you decide we are a good fit, I'll send you a link to your client portal where you will be able to view and sign your contract online.
Once the deposit is paid and contract is signed, I'll shoot you over an engagement questionnaire! This will help me narrow down location, time, and theme.
About 3 weeks before your wedding, we will have a final meeting. We'll geek out over all things wedding and finalize the photography timeline.
This is it! The day we have been waiting for! You won't have to worry about a thing; I've got it from here. You'll get a sneak peak gallery within 48 hours and your final gallery will be delivered within 8 weeks!
from lounging in your aging astrovan
looking like a vogue model on your special day
to
I believe embracing the unexpected is a part of the magic. So, if manageable and comfortable, we will proceed with your session. However, if the weather is unbearable to shoot in or damage my equipment, then we will definitely reschedule!
The number of photos you'll receive will vary according to how many hours of coverage you will invest. You'll typically receive 60+ photos per hour with one photographer and 90+ photos per hour with two photographers. I like to spoil my clients so you'll probably end up getting a whole lot more.
Life is complicated, and the unexpected is to be expected. The deposit is non-refundable as this helps to protect my business due to turning away all other bookings for your wedding date. I hope you understand that deposit is insurance for my business to stay afloat in the event of a cancellation.
Absolutely! I’m totally down to jump in a car or plane to get wherever you guys need me to be! Out of state weddings have a $500 travel fee and international weddings have a $1000 travel fee. If your wedding is on my bucket list, the travel fee is waived!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Kiku is one of the most talented, creative and easy-to-get-along with individuals I have ever met. Her work was so professional and she made sure that we felt at ease 100% of the time, especially since it was our first photoshoot! She truly encompasses capturing authentic moments and not just poses which I feel is one of the many special aspects to her photography! I can't thank her enough for making our engagement pictures so amazing and memorable!
Love notes...
A few months later during our wedding, Kiku made our entire bridal parties, family and guests feel so comfortable and joyful in having their pictures taken as well. She went above and beyond to capture such amazing photos! SO many of our family and guests loved her vibe and as we imagined, the wedding photos came out BEAUTIFUL. She really made our wedding day truly magical and we love seeing all of the beautiful memories from that special day.
Love notes...
We had a close family friend pass away recently who was like an uncle to me, and you captured the true joyful essence that he was from our wedding photos and moments where we were dancing together. I sent over those pictures of him to his family and they used them in his Celebration of Life slideshow this weekend. It was so sweet to see those memories as we remembered him, a deep thank you for capturing those
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Kiku is seriously one of the sweetest and chillest people we know and she really spreads much joy around her. Not to mention, she is so great to work with! She definitely tries to capture the essence of what you are looking for and nails it every time. My family and I always look forward to booking our photo sessions with her and will continue to do so in the future.
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We had the incredible opportunity of having Kiku photograph our engagement and our wedding photos! She was very professional through the whole process and always made sure we were having a fun and an overall great experience during each session. Kiku was our number one cheerleader, her enthusiasm and passion for photography really made a difference in how we felt, and made for a more memorable day. Kiku's ability to capture the perfect moment made for some amazing photos, that I will cherish forever.
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