Ayaka Sano
About
Ayaka Sano is a published portrait and fashion photographer based in Chicago, IL. Prior to her photography career, Ayaka was a classically-trained violinist for 15 years. She is known for her lightning-speed turnaround and email response time, and attributes her discipline and work ethic to her background in classical music. Ayaka believes that photography is a collaborative art. Her style can be described as having a timeless yet dreamy quality with creamy tones, with a focus on movement and textures.
Gallery
1/10
Offerings
Style
Editorial, posed/traditional, documentary, cinematic, natural light, lifestyle, candid, studio photography
Experience
Corporate events, family and children, pet and animal, fashion/lifestyle, portraits and headshots, general events
Pricing
From $1,000/hour
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Ayaka has a remarkable gift for capturing life’s special moments with grace and beauty. Every photo she’s taken for me feels like a work of art, blending elegance with emotion. Her professionalism and dedication to her craft are unmatched, and she always ensures that each shot reflects the true essence of the moment. If you’re looking for a photographer who will turn your memories into timeless treasures, Ayaka is the one to trust.
Noemi
October 23, 2024
We took our photos with Ayaka - and we LOVED her! She makes you feel comfortable, works with what works with you, and makes the experience so enjoyable; which is all captured in the photos. Her work is SO good, she has an eye for details and knows what works (and what doesn't). Not only did she get the best out of us during the shoot - the pictures came out to be everything we wanted and more. Cannot recommend her enough!
Maria S.
March 10, 2022
We have hired Ayaka for many styled shoots where she provides all creative direction. Absolutely worth it and will definitely book her for years to come. Her style is very beautiful and perfect for editorial looks as well as portraits and she has even photographed several of our brides!
Belle S.
December 19, 2022
I met Ayaka in 2020 when she graciously offered her services to do an city elopement shoot for my husband and I during a time when we were so down about wedding planning. She has such an eye and ability to make the most mundane things look beautiful. She has cool girl vibes and I loved her work and work ethic so much that I hired her to do my bridal portraits and a photoshoot with my fur baby! Her work is literally DREAMY. She brings so many ideas to the table and is so easy to work with. She’s now my go-to for any professional photography in the area. I love being in front of her lens and it’s such a pleasure to know her.
Michaela C.
December 10, 2021
I had the great pleasure of working with Ayaka recently and was immediately struck by her easy going style and attention to detail. Her sense of color and form creates a knockout look and on top of it, she made it fun! Highly recommend a session if you want photos that you actually like looking at for a long time.....❤️ Thank you Ayaka!
Anne M.
October 25, 2024