Kelli Haruki Photo | Weddings, Families, Couples

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Introduction

!! PLEASE READ BEFORE CHECKING MY AVAILABILITY !! Thumbtack charges each vendor a significant fee as soon as you reach out to us, so please take your time to review your options (check out profiles, reviews, samples, etc.) before contacting the vendor you want to move forward with. If you have any questions, please reach out to me via my website's contact form. Hi There! My name is Kelli (She/They - LBGTQ+) and I have been a professional photographer for over 10 years. I specialize in Weddings, Couples, and Families. My shooting style is casual & candid. I love capturing natural interactions and love between individuals and families. My ideal clients are willing to have fun in front of the camera and have a specific vision for their shoot. My editing style is what I would call "enhanced" true-to-color photography with the option to add film-like grain or glow for a cinematic effect. If all of that sounds good to you or if you have any questions. Feel free to reach out to me via my website's contact form.

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Current Top Pro

Hired 72 times

Serves Emeryville, CA

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10 years in business

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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Anna V.

Jun 16, 2023

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Details: Couples portrait • Candid (captured in the moment) • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • Flash drive • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Kelli Haruki Photo | Weddings, Families, Couples's reply

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Marlowe W.

Jan 7, 2023

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I cannot believe how lucky I was to find Kelli for this photoshoot. I’m not from the SF area and was only in town for a short window of time. Kelli was not only quick to respond but she used her knowledge of the area to help me find the perfect back drop for the shoot. It was such a vibe! To top it off, Kelli was so welcoming and made us feel comfortable. You can tell by how well the photos turned out. When you work with a photographer you trust and connect with, it makes the energy in the photos tangible.

Details: Family or children's portrait • Candid (captured in the moment) • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • High fashion (highlights style) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Kelli Haruki Photo | Weddings, Families, Couples's reply

Ya'll were so fun to work with! I hope you had a great time in SF and wish you all the best in 2023.

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Alyssa K.

Dec 15, 2022

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Kelli was extremely comforting throughout the entire photoshoot! As someone who isn’t as photogenic, Kelli surely made me feel comfortable taking pictures! The pictures came out great! Thank you Kelli!

Details: Graduation portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.

Kelli Haruki Photo | Weddings, Families, Couples's reply

Alyssa, you are SO photogenic! I had a great time working with you and getting to know you. Again, congrats on graduating :)

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Teresa W.

Nov 15, 2022

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Kelli was wonderful to work with! She was very patient during our session with our 3 year old and was able to capture beautiful moments among the chaos of toddlerhood. :) Kelli was prompt with response, flexible on our schedule, and warm and friendly in person during the shoot. She has a creative eye and provided so many beautiful options of photos for us to choose from.

Details: Family or children's portrait • Candid (captured in the moment) • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.

Kelli Haruki Photo | Weddings, Families, Couples's reply

Thank you so much for the review, Teresa. I had such a great time with your beautiful family. Have a lovely 2023!

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Nina E.

Oct 28, 2022

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Details: Graduation portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My standard rate is $400/hr for most shoots. If you are low-income and looking for photography, please specify in your outreach.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I require a 50% deposit in order to book the time and date of the shoot. This is non-refundable but will be used as a credit towards your total invoice. Before the shoot, we will have a 15-30 minute call to chat about your vision. This can be extended as necessary for engagement or wedding shoots.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I've been taking photos since I was a teenager and have taken photography courses in both Digital and Film Photography during High School and Middle School.