And the shoes came off - Footsteps Photography Okinawa Japan

When you are up for anything you never know what will happen in a session. The morning started off early with A& C at one of my favorite beaches.

It is so relaxing there that you just want to kick off your shoes. Even the most hard core "must have shoes" kind of guys can't even resist. My husband being one of them, even did so. Well we still have the tennis shoes. I love the uniqueness and playfulness that this photo offers.

Out of the whole morning this is one of my top captures.  They are so laid back and relaxed just soaking up the Okinawa beauty.

 In the beginning we had full intention to complete the session entirely at this one beach. Flexibility paid off and there was so much variety of looks all within the same local area. You just have to know where to look. By the time we head to our next location...

Yes the shoes had came off and were replaced by flip flops a perfect beach accessory.

Now if this does not scream OKINAWA nothing will. This place has all the local flair wrapped up within its walls it really can support a full session all on its own. We did a little walk though and went to another location.

Everytime I head out to the beach shoot I can not get over how crystal clear and blue the water is.

Onto location #4 another private little beach.

And now the shoes have came off. Truly anyone will find these locations relaxing and comfortable you just want to take your shoes off.

More information can be found at www.footsteps-photography.com regarding setting up a session like the one pictured above.

Baby H modeling for FootSteps Photography's New studio

As most of you who keep up with the blog know we moved and I now have room for a full studio in my house. i asked a friend of mine if I could borrow her little girl as a model to show off some of the new props and studio options that FootSteps now has to offer.

I now have high key white background as an option for all newborn through small children. You will love this clean look that will really make your child center of attention. notice how you are able to see a nice reflection of baby H. This lighting style works great with those just learning to move around and especially for smash cake sessions.

Raspberry and Pink Petti skirt sized for a newborn up to 18 months

Cotton Candy pettiskirt sized for 12 months to 3-4 T



Rocking horse for all those movers out there



An assortment of hat from newborn to 3T available for boys or girls




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More information can be found at www.footsteps-photography.com regarding setting up a session like the one pictured above. 

Adorably sweet baby girl - FootSteps Photography - Okianwa

Just one look at his little cutie and you just want to pick her up and hold her.

This is my absolute favorite of baby A.It is one of those moments that you are glad you are posed and ready to catch because only last for a split second.

Capturing the silly side of babies and kids is something I have always loved looking back at with my own daughters photographs. It is just a mark in time that you can't get back.

More information can be found at www.footsteps-photography.com regarding setting up a session like the one pictured above. 

Newlyweds at heart - FootSteps Photography Okinawa

We could not have asked for a more perfect morning. The sun was out, clear with only a few fluffy clouds in the sky, crystal clear water, low tide revealing all the wonder Okinawa sand and rocks and of course the most fun loving couple.

SALE on Canvas prints - FootSteps Photography Okinawa

Now is the time to get that large wall canvas for your wall. If you order between now and the close of business Friday you can save 30% off any canvas print order for sizes 16x24 and larger. 16x24 Gallery wrapped canvas Art prints are normally $225 now get them for only $157.50. Hurry offer will expire on Friday September 4th at 5pm. Save even more when ordering larger than 16x24 canvas prints.

Here is mine now what will yours be?

I've Moved!!! - FootSteps Photography Okinawa

It has been about 1 month since FootSteps Photography Moved. Well the move was not vary far just from on-base to an off-base place. This is something that our family had been wanting to do for quite some time but never found the time. Well we made time, cleared calendars, gathered boxes and Moved. It was just in time too because shortly after we started looking the housing office on Okinawa had a new rule in effect that after August 1st no one else would be allowed to move off base. Whew! I am glad we made it. After looking at literately more than 2 dozen houses we found the one that was perfect for us.


The front of our new house named the Takara House. The studio is located about 10 minutes from Kadena's Gate 3 and about 10 minutes from McT and Courtney. Via the expressway it only takes 20 minutes from Camp Hanson.

The studio is up and running as you can see from the beautiful little model saying "Tada". Located within eye shot of the indoor studio is several other mini locations.

Studio sessions are not limited to strictly inside the studio. If you would like to step outside the door you have other options to explore. Located within a minutes walk.


Just a couple more to finish this post off. She is so excited for you to be able to see the new house and studio.

Williams Family and Photo Intaglio - FootSteps Photography Okinawa

I have the best clients. Thanks to all of you. For without you, I would not have the wonderful clients like the Williams family. I met this photogenic family through a prior client who had recently had her daughters photos done. It was such a fun sunset session with all of you. I don't think you could have taken a bad photo if you tried.

I love the texture mixed with the bright blue sky mixed with colors of the setting sun.




Such an emotional kiss.
I was so lucky to have to opportunity to photograph two teens who are models.

Things just fell into place perfectly with this shot while we were all sitting down talking before moving up the beach.

Two beautiful girl



Sometimes I just get into my printmaking days where I focused photo intaglio manipulated with texture. This reminds me of the look they have when printed.
Wondering what Photo Intaglio looks like? Here is photography of my print "Lucky Two" done in a photo intaglio. Image taken in Biloxi Mississippi. If anyone on Okinawa knows of a place that has a press please let me know I would love to get back into this art form and do some prints from around Okinawa.