Earlier this month I was photographing someone who was not only a client but also a good friend who is so fun to hang out with. For the life of me, I couldn’t understand why they kept saying they absolutely hated their photos. We brainstormed what kind of emotions and feelings we wanted to evoke in their images and we narrowed everything down to two points one that showcased their work with young people and […]
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Capturing the Essence of Spring: Ideal Locations for Cherry Blossom Portraits in Tokyo
Spring in Tokyo is a season of life reborn shown by the arrival of delicate cherry blossoms, or “sakura,” blanketing the city in various shades of pink and white. It’s also the perfect time to embrace this refreshing feeling of rebirth and capture some stunning cherry blossom portraits! If you’re in Tokyo during this magical time, we’ve got you covered with the ideal locations to frame your perfect sakura portraits. Take a look at our […]
Read MoreCape Town Retreat 2024
It was amazing to be in the presence of some phenomenal photographers in the industry Felix Kuniz, Pratik Naik, and Bella Kotak. They were the three hosts welcoming us to this wonderful adventure that is Cape Town in the summer months. It was my first time going to Africa and I’m so glad I got to kick off my first adventure on the continent here in Cape Town. It’s such a wonderful city very similar […]
Read MoreHow to Feel Confident in Photos: 4 Tips for Overcoming Your Fear of Being Photographed
I do a lot of consultations with potential clients and one thing is for sure: A LOT of people HATE the idea of being photographed. A lot of folks are uncomfortable when they see a camera pointed in their direction, and the thought of being photographed creates anxiety. This is especially true for Japanese natives who may value their privacy protectively. As I’m sure many of us have noticed, with technology growing the demand for […]
Read MoreTOPTIA Photography 2023 – A Year in Review
If I could describe this year in one word, it would be “ambitious.” Thank you so much to everyone who trusted us in creating wonderful moments with you. Capturing your triumphs and milestones in a way that makes you feel comfortable and confident is why we do what we do. Cheers to doing it all again in 2024!
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