Fukata Photography

Sneak Peek: Rosa & Steven

fukataphotography — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 08:33:47 +0000

Rosa and Steven chose a beautiful little spot on the North Shore that was tucked away and was amazing not crowded. Rosa and Steven were celebrating 10 years of marriage by renewing their vows, earlier in the day, and then having portraits done with their families.

Here is my absolute favorite image out of the whole batch! Thanks to Rosa and Steven for being so brave (or just trusting)!!

Scott & Penny

fukataphotography — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:03:09 +0000

Scott & Penny visited Hawaii as a sort of “belated anniversary honeymoon” and were celebrating their TEN YEAR wedding anniversary while here. AMAZING RIGHT?! We met at Waialae Beach park where their vow renewal ceremony was being held. Their officiant was about 20 minutes late so we got to take a handful of shots before the ceremony and then some after as well.

Location: Waialae Beach Park, Hawaii.

Date: Friday June 25, 2009.

Happy Anniversary you two & congratulations on making 10 year! Kudos!!

Here is a peek at a couple of their images:

My Incredibly Dumb Idea

fukataphotography — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 06:11:22 +0000

So earlier last week I decided that I wanted to get more active and start doing something beneficial to my health on the weekends. I decided that going for a hike once a week was a good place to start. I managed to drag my husband into the field trip, let him pick out a hike, we invited a few people, and set a date.

Dustin decided on Kuliouou Ridge and so off we went. Our friends were running late so we sat around…Now Dustin makes it incredibly hard to get a picture of him as he always throws his hand in front of his face and protests (not a good sign for how our kids will react!) but I managed to catch him before he could ruin the picture. We ended up waiting 45 minutes & I ended up getting bored and took random pictures of what was nearby…

My favorite flower is the plumeria and I think they are absolutely gorgeous. Here are some that I found along the sidewalk and couldn’t help but take a picture. (Fun Fact: For my 20th birthday my husband went out and stole plumerias from random trees and made me a plumeria lei. It smelt amazing and reminded me how sweet he really is…)

Here is another un-ruined picture of my main squeeze….*miracle*

I loved the color of these guys…

By the time we started the hike, I realized how completely out of shape I am and promptly put away my camera equipment in hopes that it would survive the trip. There were six of us in all and I pulled the tail end the whole way. There were several times when I wanted to quit and turn around but for some reason I kept going…and even more times that I questioned aloud why there were no signs declaring the trail as not being “Fat Kid Friendly”. I even told the group that next time the fat kid (me) wants to go for a hike tell me to remember this hike!!!

Anyways, we made it almost to the top (2-3 feet according to the rest of the group) before I decided enough vertical climbing… was enough. Dustin and I sat down on the stairs, took a breather and enjoyed the view. I did take pictures with my phone (which amazingly still got reception) and then we headed back down since sunset was only about an hour away.

Here are the pictures from my cell phone. They aren’t that great but you should get the point…

The way down proved to be both excitingly steep and very hard on a persons joints. Being that I have one bad knee I found it to be very painful… We got almost half way down when I took a pretty nice spill that left my right leg (home of my bad knee) in a position I wasn’t aware it was still able to contort to..

Today is Sunday and my knee is sore, my calfs are tightened like knots and my rear end is really sore too….hahaha! All in all, the view was worth it and I will be going on another hike this coming weekend. Dustin and I have decided to try Kuliouou again when we are in better shape to do so.

Feel free to suggest a location if you are on O’ahu and know of a great trail…

Hawaii Landscape Photography:: Affordable Hawaii Photography

fukataphotography — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 08:05:12 +0000

What a ridiculous week this has been. Work has been both hectic and stressful and then today, my purse was stolen so lets just say…I’m VERY HAPPY that Friday is almost here…

Anyways, last week I visited the location a client requested for their bridal portraits. I drug my husband along, made a field trip out of it, and stayed for the sunset. The best part? We saw turtles!! The whole time I’ve lived in Hawaii I’ve never seen turtles so needless to say I was BEYOND thrilled.

Here is a few sneak peeks from the North Shore visit last weekend. More to come soon!

TJ & Joey’s Sneak Peek!::Fukata Photography

fukataphotography — Wed, 27 May 2009 09:25:13 +0000

This next couple is visiting Hawaii for their honeymoon and were really easy to work with. I’ve been putting to use some new things I’ve learned with their images and hope that all my hard work pays off. TJ & Joey, thank you for choosing Fukata Photography & for being so great. I hope you LOVE your images…Here is your Sneak Peek!

Vintage Kiss

Tiptoe

Affordable Hawaii Photography:: Don’t Forget, June Brides Save!

fukataphotography — Thu, 14 May 2009 10:53:33 +0000

For those of you who may have missed it, June Brides Save!

If your wedding is in June & on the weekend, mention this ad and get your wedding photography for $150 /hr $100/hr! That’s right! $100 an hour and you get your Hi-Resolution images on a DVD with printing rights! Don’t have time to print your images, for an additional fee, we’ll do that for you too!

Visit www.fukataphotography.com/contracts for information regarding contracts, availability, deposits, and more! Or Contact Us for any questions you have!

“June Brides Save” special ends June 31st, 2009!

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Affordable Hawaii Photography:: Available For Freelance Work

fukataphotography — Mon, 11 May 2009 07:42:42 +0000

Fukata Photography is your source for Affordable Hawaii Photography but did you know Fukata Photography is also available for Freelance Photography work? Looking for the perfect customized gift? How about a photography of that special place? Contact Fukata Photography for affordable freelance rates.

Waikiki Night Photography, 2009.

Fukata Photography:: “Older Americans Month”

fukataphotography — Wed, 06 May 2009 07:42:32 +0000

Everyone know’s that May is the month that we all celebrate Mother’s Day and all the groovy things mom did for us. Did you know that in 1963 John F. Kennedy established May as “Older Americans Month” here in the United States? Neither did I. You can read more on that on Wikipedia…

So in celebration of the less popular and probably even lesser know “older americans month” all purchases by those who are 50 or older will save $50 per hour.

That means all photo shoots are only $150/hr $100/hr. Interested in purchasing a gift for someone else and what to redeem this promotion? Buy a gift certificate. Minimum of 1 hour.

Get photo shoots and gift certificates for as low as $100/hr!!

Offer good for the month of May only and valid ID is required.

Happy Older American’s Month!!

Have a suggestion for the month of June? Contact us and let us know!

Fukata Photography :: What is the deciding factor when choosing a photographer?

fukataphotography — Wed, 06 May 2009 06:00:26 +0000

Fukata Photography::April Giveaway Winner….

fukataphotography — Sat, 02 May 2009 20:01:33 +0000

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