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About the Photographer

Marina Yamamoto

 


For the past few years, I’ve been the designated drone photographer for my husband and his friends while they surf. Somewhere along the way, I started creating artistic maternity portraits for friends—and I fell in love with turning beautiful moments into images that feel like art.


Today, I bring that same eye for composition, movement, and natural beauty to every person I photograph.


But there’s more to my photography than owning a drone.


I’ve also spent years working with photographers as a commercial print model, so I know what it feels like to be on the other side of the camera. I understand how important good direction is—and how much more natural and confident you can feel when someone knows how to guide you.


Whether you’re a first-time mom who has never had professional photos taken, a couple wanting something truly special, or a model creating imagery for a brand, my goal is the same: to make you feel comfortable, confident, and completely yourself while we create something beautiful together.


I’ll guide you through poses and movement, help you understand what’s working, and keep the experience relaxed and fun. I believe the best images happen when you stop worrying about how you look and start enjoying the moment.


From intimate maternity portraits to editorial, swimwear, lifestyle, and brand imagery, I love creating photographs that feel natural, elevated, and a little bit like art.