Okinawa Resort Wedding Photo & Video Contest 2023: Chatan Town Award – Interview with Ms. Sekino

Photo & Video Contest 2023
Grand Prix Announcement!

 

Based on the results of votes from everyone and those of members of the Okinawa Resort Wedding Association
The “Okinawa Resort Wedding Photo & Video Contest 2023”
The Grand Prize and Runner-Up winners have been announced!

We received comments from the winners of the Contest.

 

Runner-Up in the Photography Category

Title: "A Vow of Love on the Water"

A vow of love in the ocean. I gave this couple a romantic surprise of my own ♩

 

Category: Photography Category

Affiliation: Member of the Okinawa Resort Wedding Association

Location (Municipality): Chatan Town

Location: Arah Beach

 

Chatan Town Award: Mr. Sekino

Acceptance Speech

I’m so happy to have won this award for the second year in a row! It’s a bit disappointing that I didn’t win the Grand Prix last year, but I’ll keep working hard every day to connect with my clients and take great photos so I can keep up with everyone else!! I’m already looking forward to the next event♪

 

About the Award-Winning Works

Taking photos in the ocean is becoming more and more common in Okinawa. So, I wondered if I could add my own unique touch, and that’s why I decided to use the reflections on the water’s surface in this shot! I’m even happier that this experiment of mine won an award like this!

 

What Led Me to Become a Photographer and Videographer

I originally worked as a sales representative in my hometown of Kanagawa. It wasn’t so much that I loved photography—I just loved playing with cameras! I wanted to work with my favorite cameras every day, so I switched careers to become a photographer, and that’s how I ended up where I am today. It’s been five years since I joined the company with no prior experience. I’m truly grateful to the company and my senior colleagues for helping me grow to where I am today!

 

Future Activities

As a wedding photographer, I want to be a photographer who not only catches the attention of the bride and groom but also that of my competitors in the industry.