Welcome! I’m Akemi!

I offer documentary-style portrait sessions for women and artists who want images that feel honest, grounded, and unperformed. These sessions are less about posing and more about presence—spending time together in your studio, home, or a meaningful place, and creating photographs that reflect who you are in this season of life.

I’m based in Los Angeles but you can often find me traveling, whether I’m out camping and hiking, or flying around the globe, travel is a passion and I love capturing amazing sights. 

Unusual or off-the-beaten-path adventures, natural wonders of the world, and deep cultural experiences are what float my boat. 

I travel to go deep. I learn the language, I meet people, I learn the history. I want the deeper story.