Mike Nakamura photographs people and tells their story. Based near Bellevue Washington, he photographs weddings, families, children, seniors, and business people around Seattle, Redmond, Kirkland, Sammamish, Issaquah, Edmonds, and other Puget Sound Communities. Commissions are accepted for any destination.
With a photojournalistic background, much of Mike's wedding photography coverage is documentary in nature; at the same time, he incorporates classic portraiture to convey the beauty of your day. Summer Saturdays frequently book one year in advance.
Portraits that capture and convey your special life experience often takes Mike to locations around Puget Sound and beyond. Integrating your home, the beach, or favorite mountain destination adds to the narration of your life. A limited number of destination sessions are available each year.
Your business reputation starts with a first impression, so Mike works with you to design a visual presentation that demonstrates your professionalism to prospects and clients. From fun to solemn, the look you need is the look Mike delivers
Most of all, your experience with Mike will be fun and fast paced.
Mike has photographed events and weddings at many regional venues such as The Hyatt, The Hilton, The Golf Club at Newcastle, Salish Lodge, The Harbor Club, The Tower Club, The Westin, The Fairview Club, The Meydenbauer Center, The Parlor, Maggiano's, The Bellevue Club Hotel, Bellevue Art Museum, Overlake Country Club, Bear Creek Country Club, Broadmoor Golf Club, Hotel Andra, Villa Academy, Inglewood Golf Club, the Bastyr Chapel, Lake Union Crew House, Champagne Cruises on the Islander, Shenanigan's, Benayora Hall, Microsoft Conference Center, SAFCO Field, Argosy Cruises on the MV Kirkland, Ferrari of Seattle, Robinswood House, Gordon's on the Green, The Edgewater, Bella Luca, The Marriot, Lake Alice, Long Beach Washington, Whistler, and numerous private residences.
Assignments have taken Mike to China, Mexico, and Canada, as well as around the US. If you are interested in travel portraits or destination weddings anywhere in the world, contact Mike.