KELLY AOKI

Photographer / Seniors & Family

Hi there,

For as long as I can remember I have either been in front of a camera or behind one. Growing up, I can vividly remember dreading to take annual (and sometimes semi-annual) photos with my sister and brother - it was just so stressful and uncomfortable. I had to wear dresses I didn't like and curl my hair (I can still taste the hairspray). Then we all had to smile and say cheese. All for a picture. Usually I got candy after. But that's beside the point.

Even as a child, I can recall my mom stressing to get us all ready and make sure we behaved. It doesn't have to be like this. Photo sessions can actually be a really fun time to enjoy with your family, and that is my mission.

Regardless of how painstaking the process was, I am now lucky enough to have pictures of my life starting at day one all the way up until I started documenting it myself. In high school I would have a little Canon point-and-shoot in my hand ready to snap a photo at any given moment. Shortly after I had my senior portraits taken in 2012, the photographer, who is now a good friend, taught me how to shoot in manual on a DSLR. Since then, my passion and knowledge for photography has only grown, and thus Mizue Photography was born.

Over the years I've realized that comfort is key. I aim to help you feel comfortable behind the camera. Our photoshoot will be a fun and memorable experience that we plan together and, because of that, you will takeaway tangible memories, complete with the real smiles and interactions that took place.

I am honored to serve families of all backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and races. I would love to connect, so if you have any questions or just want to chat, please feel free to send me a note.