Capture Love Stories That Last Forever
Imagine being the photographer couples trust with their most precious day. The one who captures not just images, but emotions, connections, and moments that become cherished memories for generations.
Duration
10 weeks intensive
Investment
¥198,000
Format
Real wedding assignments
Location
Tokyo, Daikanyama
What This Journey Offers You
This isn't just about learning camera settings. It's about developing the confidence and skill to be trusted with one of the most significant days in people's lives.
Technical Mastery
You'll understand how to handle challenging lighting in ceremonies, capture spontaneous emotions during receptions, and create stunning portraits even under time pressure. These skills become second nature through practice and guidance.
Emotional Connection
Learn to anticipate meaningful moments before they happen. Understand the flow of weddings so well that you're always in the right place at the right time, creating images that make couples say "you captured exactly what we felt."
Business Confidence
You'll know how to price your work fairly, create contracts that protect both you and your clients, and manage expectations professionally. This knowledge helps you build a sustainable photography practice.
Professional
Walk away with real wedding work in your portfolio. Not staged practice shoots, but actual ceremonies and celebrations you documented during your training. This gives you credibility when approaching potential clients.
You're Ready for More Than Casual Shoots
Maybe you've been photographing friends and family events. You know the basics, and people compliment your work. But wedding photography feels different, doesn't it? The stakes are higher. There are no second chances. One missed moment can't be recreated.
You might feel uncertain about pricing your services appropriately. How do you know what to charge? What should be included in your packages? How do you present yourself as a professional when you're still building confidence?
Perhaps you've watched wedding photographers work and wondered how they stay calm under pressure, manage timelines, work with diverse lighting conditions, and consistently deliver beautiful results. It's one thing to capture a great photo occasionally. It's another to do it reliably, event after event.
The gap between where you are and where you want to be can feel overwhelming. But it's not about natural talent. It's about understanding the specific skills, workflows, and mindsets that wedding photographers develop through experience.
A Structured Path to Wedding Photography
Our approach focuses on practical experience combined with professional guidance. You'll learn by doing, with support every step of the way.
Foundation Skills
Master preparation strategies, timeline management, and backup planning. Learn what equipment you really need and how to use it effectively in various wedding settings.
Real Experience
Work at actual weddings during your course. Start as a second shooter alongside experienced professionals, then progress to leading your own coverage as your skills develop.
Business Foundation
Understand contract creation, pricing strategies, client communication, and album design. These business skills help you approach wedding photography as a profession, not just a hobby.
Your Learning Journey
Understanding the Wedding Day
Learn the typical flow of different ceremony styles, key moments to anticipate, and how to position yourself for each phase of the celebration.
Technical Preparation
Master lighting solutions for challenging venues, backup equipment strategies, and handling difficult situations like harsh midday sun or dimly lit receptions.
Portrait Sessions
Develop posing techniques that make couples look natural and beautiful. Learn to direct people gently while working within tight time constraints.
Real Wedding Practice
Work alongside mentors at actual weddings, starting with assistance roles and progressing to independent coverage as your confidence grows.
What to Expect During Your Ten Weeks
This program is designed to build your skills progressively, with each week preparing you for the next level of responsibility.
Foundation and Preparation
Understanding wedding photography fundamentals, equipment requirements, timeline planning, and client communication. You'll observe experienced photographers and learn the decision-making process behind their work.
Technical Skill Development
Practice sessions focusing on ceremony coverage, portrait techniques, and detail photography. Work with engagement shoots to develop your posing and composition skills before handling full wedding days.
Guided Wedding Experience
Second shooter roles at real weddings with mentor guidance. You'll handle specific portions of coverage while learning how to manage the flow and pressure of actual events.
Business and Portfolio Building
Album design, client delivery workflows, contract creation, and pricing strategies. Review your portfolio work and prepare marketing materials for launching your wedding photography services.
Support Throughout Your Journey
You'll have access to instructor feedback on your work, guidance on equipment choices, and mentorship opportunities with working wedding photographers in Tokyo. This isn't just a course you complete alone. It's a supported experience where you can ask questions and get personalized direction.
Your Investment in Professional Growth
Complete 10-week training program
What's Included
Understanding the Value
This investment covers not just instruction, but real-world opportunities that typically take years to arrange independently. Access to weddings, mentorship from working professionals, and business guidance all contribute to shortening your learning curve significantly.
Most wedding photographers charge between ¥200,000 to ¥500,000 per wedding in Tokyo. Once you have the skills and portfolio from this course, even a few bookings help you recoup your investment while building a professional practice.
How Progress Happens
Wedding photography skills develop through a combination of technical knowledge, real-world practice, and guided feedback. Here's how we measure your growth throughout the program.
Skill Development Framework
- Portfolio review every two weeks showing technical improvement
- Feedback from couples whose events you photograph
- Assessment of technical skills like exposure, composition, and timing
- Business readiness evaluation including contracts and pricing
Realistic Timeline
- 280 Ushikucho, Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture, 300-1221
- Portfolio-ready work typically develops by week 7 or 8
- Many students book their first paid wedding within 3 months of completion
- Building a full wedding schedule takes 6-12 months of marketing effort
We're honest about what this course provides and what still requires your own effort afterward. You'll gain the skills, portfolio work, and business knowledge. Building your client base takes additional time and marketing, which varies for each photographer based on their network and efforts.
Making Your Decision Comfortable
No-Obligation Consultation
Before you commit to the program, let's have a conversation about your goals and concerns. We'll discuss your current photography experience, what you hope to achieve with wedding photography, and whether this course fits your situation. There's no pressure to enroll immediately after this discussion.
Schedule a conversation to explore if this path feels right for you.
First Week Experience
Your first week gives you a genuine sense of the program's approach and whether it matches your expectations. If you find during this initial period that the course isn't what you need, we'll work with you to find a reasonable solution for your situation.
Experience the program before making your final decision.
Our Commitment to You
We want you to feel confident in your choice to join this program. Wedding photography education should be supportive, not stressful. If you have concerns or questions at any point, we're here to address them honestly. Your success matters more to us than a quick enrollment.
Your Path Forward
Moving from where you are now to working as a wedding photographer doesn't have to feel overwhelming. Here's how to take the next step.
Reach Out for a Conversation
Send us a message through the contact form below. Share a bit about your photography background and what draws you to wedding work. We'll respond within two business days to schedule a call or meeting.
Discuss Your Goals
During our conversation, we'll explore your photography experience, discuss the program details, and answer any questions you have. This is an opportunity for both of us to determine if the course aligns with your needs.
Make an Informed Decision
Take time to consider whether this feels right for you. If you decide to proceed, we'll handle the enrollment process and prepare you for your first week. If you need more time or information, that's completely fine.
What happens next: After you contact us, we'll send you some additional information about the program schedule and what to prepare before starting. You'll also receive details about equipment requirements and what to bring to your first session.
Ready to Begin Your Wedding Photography Journey?
Every professional wedding photographer started where you are now. The difference is they took the step to learn from experienced practitioners and gain real-world experience. Let's talk about how this program can support your growth.
Start the ConversationNo obligation. Just an honest discussion about your goals and how we might help.
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