Sachiko Sessions 2026

Sunday, April 19
Sunday, May 3
Thursday, May 7
June Dates TBD

Abbreviated Session Experiences... In Memory of Grandma Sachiko

I lost my grandmother, Sachiko, this past February. She was my namesake and my inspiration. Some of my most treasured memories of her aren't just in my head—they’re in the photographs we took together.

To celebrate her life and the mothers in yours, I’m hosting a special photo session event. These aren't "mini sessions"; they are 30-minute full-service luxury experiences designed to capture the bond you share, and give you the perfect excuse to make a new memory together.

What’s Included: Complete wardrobe access, professional hair & makeup touch-ups, and your choice of four curated sets.

Want more time? Book back-to-back slots for a 60-minute "Ultimate Experience" .

May 7 session only, master files will not be ready by Mother’s Day, May 10

Sachiko

30 minute in-studio portrait session for up to a family of 5. Hair & makeup touch-up* service for up to 2 adults & 2 children or 3 adults only. Full access to my wardrobe collection for moms & daughters.

$695

  • 30-Minute Mother’s Day Portrait Experience for up to a party of 5

    Choose one set (Choice of 4)

    Styling consultation questionnaire sent out with options to better personalize the shoot. From there we’ll put together a styling plan and timeline for the shoot.

    Do your own makeup & hair, and our glam team will take it to the next level (On-site touch-up service for up to 2 adults & 2 children or 3 adults total)

    Access to our wardrobe closet for women & little girls

    3 Master retouched high-resolution digital files (choose from 30 proofs)

    • Package Price $695

    • Additional images a la carte $50/each (reg. price $100)

    • Half Collection Upgrade (keep 1/2 proofs presented + 3) $650

    • Add an an 8x8 heirloom album for $400, shipped to your doorstep.

    • Add a set of 5×7 prints of all your proofs: $55

    Any additional files purchased will be master retouched

Kagawa

Everything listed in Sachiko plus: half collection of master retouched images.

$895

  • 30-Minute Mother’s Day Portrait Experience for up to a party of 5

    Choose one set (Choice of 4)

    Styling consultation questionnaire sent out with options to better personalize the shoot. From there we’ll put together a styling plan and timeline for the shoot.

    Do your own makeup & hair, and our glam team will take it to the next level (On-site touch-up service for up to 2 adults & 2 children or 3 adults total)

    Access to our wardrobe closet for women & little girls

    Half Collection Master retouched high-resolution digital files (keep half of proofs)

    • Package Price $895

      • Additional images a la carte $50/each (reg. price $100)

      • Full Collection Upgrade (keep all proofs presented) $650

      • Add an an 8x8 heirloom album for $400, shipped to your doorstep.

      • Add a set of 5×7 prints of all your proofs: $55

      Any additional files purchased will be master retouched

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Toyoda

Everything listed in Sachiko plus: half collection of master retouched images. Additional for purchase at $50/file. Custom Framed 12x18 premium giclee print with premium white matte & light wood frame (many other frame colors available if desired, size upgrade available).

$1250

  • 30-Minute Mother’s Day Portrait Experience for up to a party of 5

    Choose one set (Choice of 4)

    Styling consultation questionnaire sent out with options to better personalize the shoot. From there we’ll put together a styling plan and timeline for the shoot.

    Do your own makeup & hair, and our glam team will take it to the next level (On-site touch-up service for up to 2 adults & 2 children or 3 adults total)

    Access to our wardrobe closet for women & little girls

    Half Collection Master retouched high-resolution digital files (keep half of proofs)

    12×18 Custom Framed giclee premium print, white matte, light wood frame by default (size upgrades and other frame options upon request)

    • Package Price $1250

      • Additional images a la carte $50/each (reg. price $100)

      • Full Collection Upgrade (keep all proofs presented) $650

      • Add an an 8x8 heirloom album for $400, shipped to your doorstep.

      • Add a set of 5×7 prints of all your proofs: $55

      • Size upgrades of frame start at $50

      Any additional files purchased will be master retouched

Curated Sets

  • Olive Tree

    A modern & minimalistic set features an 8 foot olive tree, nestled in a stone grey planter with river rocks against a hand-painted warm sandstone vibe background.

  • Signature Sachiko

    The quintessential classic Sachiko style set, featuring spring silk florals & dried pampas & palm leaves.

  • Light & Bright

    Back lit sheers flanked with dried pampas.

  • Cheerful Mural

    Designed by my oldest daughter Kristy, painted by my book ilustrator Yuka Oiwa, this cheerful, one-of-a-kind mural is a modern, colorful way to add uniqueness to your images.

Book 2 consecutive sessions for the ultimate experience

Book 2 - 30 - minute sessions back to back and receive our extended experience. Ideal for families with small children who need more time to warm up or larger groups up to 8 people.

60 minutes of total session time

  • Touch-up service included for up to 3 adults & 3 children or 4 adults total

  • Double master retouched high-resolution digital files (of package selected, receive 6 instead for Sachiko and full collection for Kagawa & Toyoda)

  • Bonus Physical Prints Included 30-4×6

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In Loving Memory

Sachiko Toyoda 1931-2026

I lost grandma Sachiko in February and its been an emotional time for me.  

I was named after Grandma Sachiko and I saw her almost every week of my life.  In her later years she suffered from Dementia and lost all her memories and sense of self.  That didn't stop me from doing 2 big shoots with Grandma Sachiko.  Not understanding why we were doing these photos or where she was or why the studio said her name on the wall…she gladly obliged and smiled when she could for all the photos I wanted to snap of her.  She was tired but never complained.

 The last shoot, about 2 years ago, I was honored to photograph my grandma in her prized blue kimono, the one she wore to her 50th wedding anniversary so long ago.  During that shoot she got her memory back for about 20 minutes.  It was beautiful.  That was the last time I was able to see my grandma as “Sachiko” instead of the usual blank face dementia version.  That was the last time my kids and I got to hold Grandma, laugh and cry with her and just be in the moment.  

 Grandma Sachiko slipped away slowly for the next 2 years and passed quietly, in her sleep in February.  I got to put her to bed the day we lost her.  Things are full circle and I have no regret.  I'm so rich with memories, time and photos…and to my surprise, a collection of 20 kimonos from grandma Sachiko I never knew about.  

I wanted to share this with you, to remind you, that no matter how busy you are with life, don't forget to make time for your family.  Take photos.  Hold your family close.  Make memories together.  All that time invested will give you the richness and bliss that I feel when I think about my Grandma Sachiko.  Thank you for reading this <3

 FAQs

  • These are available only at my studio.

  • Yes, if you refer a friend, you’ll receive a pair of additional files with your package.

    If you refer a friend, once they book, email nadine at sachikostudio.com to let me know.

  • Yes! Small/medium dogs are welcome inside my studio and are subject to a $50 pet fee.

  • You may reschedule your session prior to your session due to an illness. HOWEVER, during this sprint season, I do sell out all dates. So if you need to reschedule, I will not have many options for alternate dates. If you reschedule due to anything other than illness or rain, there is a $150 reschedule fee.

    If you reschedule more than once due to illness, the $150 reschedule fee will be charged.

    I do not offer refunds, but can transfer the value of your session to a later date.

  • All credit cards, Zelle/Venmo (which is preferred) and cash.

  • No, instead I’m offering a touchup service where my artists elevate the hair & make up that you do at home.

    If you’d like full service hair & makeup, we might be able to put your session either 1st or last and allow for that upgrade, which is $280/person.

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