San Diego family, maternity and newborn photographer.

Capturing the authentic and timeless story of your love, one artful session at a time.

Hi there,
I'm Yuka.

I'm based in sunny San Diego California. I’m originally from Japan and I’ve been on this incredible journey as a photographer since 2015. I focus on the fine art of maternity, newborn and family photography, capturing the precious moments of life with grace and simplicity.

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Family

We prioritize your baby's comfort and happiness, using a baby and child-led approach for serene poses that showcase your family's beauty.

newborn

The arrival of these little wonders fills our hearts with immeasurable love, inspiring us to capture every precious moment to cherish forever.

sitter & baby

Sitter sessions occur when the baby can sit up independently but hasn't started crawling, typically between the sixth to ninth month.

maternity

Every pregnancy is miraculous, and I hold each baby in utmost regard. I'm excited to join you on this remarkable journey, offering assistance wherever needed.

milestone

This milestone package includes 4 sessions total. Maternity, newborn or lifestyle newborn, sitter, and first birthday.

belly to baby

This belly to baby package includes 2 sessions total. Maternity and newborn.

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Family

Every family's story is unique. With a child-led approach, we'll capture serene, delicate portraits highlighting your family's natural beauty at their comfortable pace.

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Newborn

The arrival of these little wonders fills our hearts with immeasurable love, inspiring us to capture every precious moment to cherish forever.

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maternity

Every pregnancy is a miracle, and I cherish the opportunity to celebrate each little one. I’m thrilled to be part of this special journey with you.

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SITTER & Baby

Sitter sessions occur when the baby can sit up independently but hasn't started crawling, typically between the sixth to ninth month.

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The year of us

The four-session package covers key milestones, including maternity, newborn, sitter, and first birthday sessions.  It’s customizable to suit your needs!

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new beginnings

This package includes a total of two sessions, which clients typically use for maternity and newborn sessions. 

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YOU LOVE MY WORK AND YOU'RE

Ready to book?

I'd love to hear from you! Please fill out the form or send a note directly to hello@yukaschad.com

How it works

Capture cherished memories effortlessly
with these simple steps:
book your session, planning, enjoy the moment, and receive your treasured memories.

booking & planning

01.

To secure your session, the session fee and signed contract are due at booking. I’ll send you a questionnaire to understand your needs and help us coordinate props and outfits for the session. Once your baby arrives, please let me know within 48 hours so I can secure a date for your session.

Photo Time

02.

I’m thrilled to be a part of your special moments and look forward to a memorable newborn session. 

My assistant and I will arrive at your home with props and set up a mini studio. This process will take about 30 minutes. In the meantime, please relax and enjoy some quiet time with your baby!

Purchasing Collection

03.

Within a couple of weeks, I’ll hand-edit your photos, create a pretty slideshow, and send you a gallery link via email. You can enjoy viewing all the photos with your whole family (the best part!).

You’ll have 7 days to preview your gallery and purchase from the three available collections anytime during that period.

Enjoy Your Photos

04.

After you purchase your collection, you’ll have 6 months to select your favorite digital images and use your print credit to order the beautiful artwork you’d like—zero pressure!

Want to see and feel products in person? I have samples and can meet at a coffee shop or your home. Let’s chat!

How it works

Capture cherished memories effortlessly with these simple steps:
book your session, planning, enjoy the moment, and receive your treasured memories.

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