Yuka was exceptionally friendly and professional throughout our photoshoot. Her communication was prompt and efficient, making the entire process smooth and stress-free. She arrived on time and provided valuable guidance on posing, which greatly enhanced the quality of the photos, great sense of composition. I appreciated being able to preview the images during the session, which ensured I was happy with the results. Overall, I am extremely pleased with her work and highly recommend her to anyone seeking a talented and reliable photographer.

Sachiko.M

We asked for a couple's photo session to capture our life in San Diego. Yuka consulted with us in detail about the outfits before the session, and on the day of the shoot, she spoke with us a lot to help us relax, even though we were a little nervous. I am so grateful that she took care of us the whole time, from booking to even after delivering the pictures. It was cloudy on the day of the shoot, but Yuka's photos turned out fantastic regardless of the weather, and every one of them is a favorite of mine. With Yuka's help, I was able to capture my memories of San Diego in beautiful photos, and the photo session itself became a cherished memory. I feel happy every time I look at the pictures.
I'm truly thankful to you.

Haruka

2/19

We had many of our family photos taken by Yuka. I am not photogenic and I always felt awkward having my photos taken, but Yuka turned the experience from dreadful to joy. We felt very comfortable having our family photos taken by her. She takes both natural pictures and also posed photos which is nice variety. If you're looking for great memories to be preserved, I wholeheartedly recommend Yuka.

Dan.j

Every time I enter a new stage in life, I have Yuka take photos of me, whether it's for my wedding, maternity, newborn, or sitter photos, and all of those moments captured are truly treasures. When I had my photo taken for the first time, I was very nervous because I wasn't used to being in front of the camera, but Yuka brought out my natural smile. Now, whenever Yuka has a photo shoot, I eagerly anticipate the day. Every time I look at the photos, I think to myself, "I'm so glad I chose Yuka to capture these memories."

K.I

3/19

For our 5th wedding anniversary, I asked Yuka to take our photos. Having seen her work several times, I knew I wanted to book her for any special occasion. From scheduling to discussing our preferences and receiving detailed advice, Yuka’s professionalism and meticulous attention to detail gave me confidence and reassurance. The shoot took place during sunset at La Jolla Beach. Yuka seamlessly adapted to the changing scenery, and we finished the session feeling relaxed. The photos are indescribably wonderful, capturing our smiles in a gentle, natural way, making it a unique anniversary memory. No other photographer could have made us this satisfied. When my brother’s family visits San Diego from Japan, I plan to gift them a family photo session with Yuka. Thank you so much, Yuka!

shuku

Yuka took our daughter’s 6th-month pictures, and we were blown away. She is professional, helpful, efficient, and kind. She was, also, so patient with us as we helped our daughter through every emotion: happy, sad, hungry, tired. The pictures she captured are so beautiful and timeless, we will cherish them forever. We recommend her highly, and would love her to take pictures for us again.

sarah

4/19

Yuka is incredibly dedicated in her work. Our photoshoot was a particularly foggy evening ( which suddenly came on us and was not in the weather forecast)on the cliffside of the beach without any light available . Yuka was able to capture very picturesque scenes along with emotion .She had a vision of how it work to our advantage and I only think this speaks numbers on her skill level and also creativity. I am also quite a particular person when it comes to photography and Yuka listened to my thoughts and was able to bring it to life.

CATHERINE.D

It was just so great! The way Yuka guided us was very professional but fun! My husband and I enjoyed the session with her very much. We printed a couple pictures from her website and we are very satisfied with their quality. The photos made us realize how happy we are in our life. We will be doing more photo shoots with her in the future and definitely recommend her to anyone. Thank you Yuka Schad photography!

naoko.t

5/19

Yuka provided us with an amazing maternity session. She pays attention to detail, ensures your hair perfect and that your clothes lay just right. Prior to our photo shoot she asked for our favorite music artist and played that during our session. Not only did we have a photo session but we had a dance session!

Jackie.A

Thank you for your help in taking my maternity and newborn photos. The maternity photos were taken on the beach, and the newborn photos were taken at my home. I truly appreciated how Yuka always took care to consider my well-being, from the preliminary meeting to the day of the shoot. We were nervous during the maternity photo session, but she talked to us a lot, which helped ease our nerves and made the experience enjoyable. The dress I rented was also very pretty, and I was really happy with it. Both the maternity and newborn photos are wonderful, and they are treasures for us. I'm so glad I asked Yuka. Thank you very much!

s.m

6/19

There aren’t enough words to possibly describe how amazing each and every photo that Yuka captured. She has a magical way of finding the perfect angles and lightning and of course expressions, and her editing is so beautiful! 

We had maternity sessions, newborn sessions and cake smash (1st BD session ) for my kids and absolutely we loved all of it! She is the BEST! 

kaoru.T

Yuka took our daughter’s 6th-month pictures, and we were blown away. She is professional, helpful, efficient, and kind. She was, also, so patient with us as we helped our daughter through every emotion: happy, sad, hungry, tired. The pictures she captured are so beautiful and timeless, we will cherish them forever. We recommend her highly, and would love her to take pictures for us again.

Sarah.S

7/19

Yuka was introduced to me by my Japanese friend. On the day of the photoshoot, it became a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere, and I believe she skillfully brought out the natural and cute expressions of my children, along with her assistant. She also quickly edited my concerns on my photos, which was greatly appreciated. After returning Japan, I plan to decorate my house with the photos. Thank you very much for taking such wonderful pictures that I want to cherish forever!

Aiko

I hired Yuka for a branding photo session. I'm a makeup artist. Yuka approached the photoshoot with specific considerations such as 'What impression do I want the client to have?' and 'What kind of clients do I want to attract?' On the day of the photoshoot, Yuka suggested poses, brought out the image I wanted to convey, and captured even more wonderful photos than I had imagined! Looking at the photos, I feel motivated to create a website right away, thinking about concepts and words... It feels like my dream is coming closer to reality. With children aged 5, 3, and 3 months, it may take some time for my dream to come true, but I want to use the photos you took, Yuka, as a beacon of my heart and do my best!

A.H

8/19

It was my first pregnancy, and I wanted to capture the memories with a maternity photoshoot, but I couldn’t find the right photographer in LA. A friend recommended Yuka, and although I hesitated at first because San Diego is quite far from where we live in LA, I’m so glad I chose her. Since it was my first time having professional photos taken, I wasn’t sure what outfits to choose or what kind of photos I wanted, but thanks to Yuka's advice on outfits and the sample photos she showed me beforehand, I felt very relaxed going into the session. The finished photos were a huge hit with family and friends. I would definitely love to work with her again.

akiko

Thank you for the invaluable experience. I had the opportunity to have Yuka take my photos just before returning to Japan from San Diego. The session was at the beach in La Jolla, which Yuka recommended for a sunset photoshoot. Everything was perfect, from the timing of low tide and sunset to the choice of location, making the shoot go very smoothly. Since it was my first time doing a photoshoot like this, I was a bit unsure about posing and expressions, but Yuka gave precise directions, and I had fun throughout the entire session. The final photos exceeded my expectations in their beauty, and Yuka’s outstanding sense of style really shone through in the stunning images. When I have a family one day, I definitely want to ask Yuka to take our family photos! Thank you so much.

Akina

9/19

When we first moved to San Diego we wanted to find a professional photographer to take our pictures. When I saw Yuka's photography I decided that she was the one that I wanted to take our pictures with. When My husband received notification of transfer out of San Diego, I contacted Yuka to arrange a photography session before we left. She gave me advice on what we should wear as well as other advice to enhance the session. So there was nothing we needed to be concerned about. Even though we were nervous about the photo session, Yuka helped to put us at ease with her kind explanation. She plays us throughout the session to encourage us. The results exceeded our expectations. We have absolutely no regrets for choosing Yuka!

aya

We took my baby's half birthday pictures! She was crying all the time, so we expected crying pictures. However, we got beautiful smiling pictures! We are so happy! These are our very important and special memories in San Diego. Thank you for Yuka's technique and patience!

ayaka

10/19

We asked Yuka to take our daughter's newborn photos and her first birthday photos. Both turned out to be even more wonderful than we expected. Although our daughter was crying throughout the entire first birthday shoot, it has become a special memory for us. Soon after, we found out we were returning to Japan for good, and the photos Yuka took at our favorite location in beautiful Coronado are now treasures for our family. Thank you so much.

chiharu

Yuka has taken our family photos several times in the past, and she has produced amazing photos every single time. We displayed those pictures in our home, and we have received many compliments. She is very organized and sends out detailed instructions and recommendations before the photo shoot sessions. She has amazing ideas regarding photo shoot locations and poses. Our daughter loves the stuffed monkey on her camera and that makes her smile every time. If you want to capture an amazing moment of your life, I would not hesitate to use Yuka. We are very happy with Yuka and her wonderful work.

eri

11/19

I used Yuka twice for my baby's photo shoots. She has the magic of making my baby look like an angel and it's natural. I highly recommend Yuka for anyone who wants to keep the memories of your loved ones.

hisako

I had been following Yuka's beautiful posts on Instagram and had heard from friends who had their maternity and family photos taken by Yuka. I had always hoped to have a chance to work with her someday, and then, with my pregnancy and childbirth, I had the opportunity to ask Yuka for newborn photos. On the day of the shoot, she came fully prepared with all the equipment and outfits, and her handling of the baby was exceptional. I just sat back and enjoyed watching! Since we have siblings, we also took some photos of the three siblings together. The finished photos are so beautiful that they have become a treasured heirloom for our family! I’m so glad I chose Yuka to capture this once-in-a-lifetime moment in such a wonderful way.

keika

12/19

For this session, we asked for a family photo as our final maternity shoot, as well as newborn photos. I had originally seen Yuka’s beautiful photos on Instagram and heard from friends who had their photos taken by her. Yuka’s gentle and warm style really appealed to me, so I decided to work with her. Both the maternity and newborn photos exceeded my expectations, capturing wonderful moments of my son and daughter that I couldn’t have taken myself. Before the shoot, Yuka was very helpful in discussing and advising on outfits for the day. During the shoot, Yuka and her assistant created a relaxed atmosphere, allowing not only the adults but also my son to enjoy the session. Every time I look at the photos Yuka took, I’m reminded of my children’s growth, the day of the shoot, and the days we spent in San Diego. Thank you so much for creating such wonderful memories!

mari

I was searching for a photographer to take our annual family photos and came across Yuka’s website. After seeing the beautiful photos in her gallery, I decided right away to hire her. Yuka listened to our requests and suggested locations and props, and even helped with outfit choices, which reassured me since I was new to the area. In the first year, my son was shy and made funny faces, but Yuka and her team helped him relax, capturing many expressions that I couldn’t have taken myself. In the second year, Yuka also took many wonderful photos of our daughter, who was born that year, and my son said, “I wanted to take more photos! It was fun!” I am very grateful for how Yuka preserved our two years in San Diego with such wonderful memories. Thank you so much!

marie

13/19

Before returning to Japan from San Diego, we had a family photo session. We have a 2-year-old and a 4-month-old, and I was worried about getting smiling photos of my older son, who is shy. However, thanks to Yuka’s friendly and gentle demeanor, we were able to get many beautiful smiling photos! Yuka provided detailed email consultations on outfit choices and continued to offer heartfelt advice on selecting products after the shoot. I love all the photos, but the entire process was perfect, and I feel lucky to have met such a wonderful photographer. I hope to have the chance to work with Yuka again in the future. Thank you so much!

mariko

This was my first time hiring a photographer, so I was unsure about the preparations and everything involved. However, from our initial communication to the day of the shoot and through to the delivery of the photos, Yuka was incredibly kind and supportive, which made me feel comfortable entrusting everything to her. On the day of the shoot, despite it being an in-home newborn session, Yuka brought a lot of equipment and supplies from afar and was perfectly prepared. She allowed us to choose outfits and props on the spot, showing great flexibility. Although photographing a newborn can be challenging and unpredictable, Yuka handled the session with professionalism, adaptability, and care throughout the long hours. The finished photos reflect Yuka’s warm and gentle personality, capturing the delicate and precious moments of our newborn and family beautifully. I’m truly glad that we chose Yuka for this special occasion.

marina

14/19

For my son’s 3rd birthday, I asked Yuka to take our family photos. I felt confident about the shoot thanks to the detailed pre-session consultation about clothing and props. Despite my son being grumpy from waking up, Yuka managed to capture beautiful photos as if nothing was wrong. I love Yuka’s soft, pastel-colored photos, and I’m very satisfied with the wonderful family pictures she took. Although we had just arrived in the U.S., I was thrilled to find such a fantastic photographer right away. We got some rare shots of my son and me together, as well as with my husband, which made great memories. I plan to display the photos all over our home. Thank you very much!

sakura

I had Yuka take my maternity photos. I had seen many maternity photos in San Diego on Instagram but wasn’t sure which photographer to choose until a friend recommended Yuka. I immediately felt that Yuka was the one to go with after seeing her work, as I sensed her comforting and gentle energy through her photos. Before the session, Yuka quickly responded to all my questions about outfits and including our dog in the shoot, which made me feel completely at ease on the day. Thanks to Yuka and her assistant, the session was incredibly enjoyable. Yuka’s skills and personality are truly special. The photos turned out even better than I imagined, and they are wonderful memories. I’m so glad I chose Yuka. Thank you!

sayaka

15/19

We hired Yuka to take Christmas photos and we loved the overall experience! Everything was organized and run smoothly, especially considering we have a 2-year-old daughter. The quality of the photos were exceptional and her services are highly recommended!

miyako

We hired Yuka to take our family Christmas photo this year and they came out so wonderful!! We chose the Christmas short photo session, it only takes about 30 minutes. We have a family of 5 and a little dog, she was able to get a lot of great shots of us all smiling. Her assistants were very helpful in keeping everyone focused and together. Her props were both classic and trendy (think whatever adorable thing you saw on Pinterest, she has) I was so excited to share my Christmas card and have already received compliments on it!

Natalie.c

16/19

When I was looking for a maternity and newborn photographer, a friend recommended Yuka, who is known for her stylish and beautiful photos. I was unsure about what to wear, but Yuka’s sample photos and detailed advice helped me feel at ease. We decided on a beach location in San Diego. Despite the crowd on the day of the shoot, Yuka created a relaxed atmosphere that allowed us to focus on the session. Her assistant also played with our older child to keep him calm, resulting in natural and joyful photos. I was amazed at how beautifully the photos turned out and they looked almost unreal! They received high praise from friends and family. 

For the newborn session, Yuka brought many adorable props, so I didn’t have to prepare anything, which was very helpful. The stylish and cute props were a highlight. We created precious memories with various ribbons, hats, and cute items. I am very grateful to Yuka for capturing our newborn so beautifully. I plan to ask Yuka for our family’s Christmas card photos during the holiday season. I highly recommend Yuka for anyone seeking a photographer who provides attentive consultation and creates stylish, photogenic images.

rena

17/19

It was my first pregnancy, and honestly, I wasn’t sure whether I should take photos to capture the memories of this special time. Yuka answered all of my detailed questions carefully, one by one, until I felt completely comfortable, and I finally decided to take the plunge and book a maternity photoshoot with her.

The session was a lot of fun, and Yuka paid close attention to my physical condition, making everything go smoothly. I remember being very moved when I saw the finished photos. My husband and I were so glad that we took them, we immediately asked her to take newborn photos as well. During the newborn session, you are able to stay close to your baby while the shoot progresses. All of the poses and items Yuka provided were adorable, and looking back, it was truly a fun and memorable experience.

miki.p

I’m really grateful that a professional captured my baby’s early days, as he grew up in the blink of an eye.

I find myself looking back at every photo Yuka has taken over and over again. I’m so happy that these special moments in my life were captured in such beautiful images. If you're unsure about whether to document your memories, I highly recommend a session with Yuka. She takes wonderful photos that will warm your heart.

I hope to continue documenting my family’s growth through future sessions with Yuka. Thank you so much, Yuka-san.

18/19

I couldn't be happier with my experience, and am so grateful that I had such a wonderful photographer to help capture our special moments. I loved photos of my maternity, newborn, half birthday, and 1st birthday! Yuka is the most talented photographer ever! She makes us relaxed and has a kind personality. She gave us unique and sweet ideas for each photo shoot. Highly recommended, she is the best option for family memories.

Nicky.O

We hired Yuka to take our Anniversary photos. It was our first photo shoot with our dog, so we were a little bit nervous. But we were able to relax and enjoy it, because of her kind character. The photographs are very gentle and warm. We really love it!! We highly recommend her!

noriko.m

19/19