Asami Zenri is an experienced apparel and lifestyle photographer based in Orange County, California, with a strong background in fashion and e-commerce production. With over 15 years in the industry, Asami specializes in creating clean, story-driven imagery that highlights fit, fabric, and brand identity across digital and print platforms. After earning her B.A. in Fashion Photography from the University of the Arts London, Asami began her career working with fashion brands in London, Tokyo, and Los Angeles before joining La Jolla Group as both Photographer and later Photo Studio Manager. There, she led studio operations for multiple apparel brands—managing teams, coordinating shoots, and ensuring consistency in lighting, styling, and post-production. Now running her own business, Asami Photography, she collaborates with fashion and lifestyle brands to produce high-quality e-commerce, editorial, and lookbook imagery. Known for her calm professionalism on set and sharp eye for detail, Asami consistently delivers visuals that capture each brand’s unique style and story. Fluent in English and Japanese, she brings a global creative sensibility and a strong understanding of both commercial and artistic direction to every project.

Asami Zenri

Asami Zenri is an experienced apparel and lifestyle photographer based in Orange County, California, with a strong background in fashion and e-commerce production. With over 15 years in the industry, Asami specializes in creating clean, story-driven imagery that highlights fit, fabric, and brand identity across digital and print platforms. After earning her B.A. in Fashion Photography from the University of the Arts London, Asami began her career working with fashion brands in London, Tokyo, and Los Angeles before joining La Jolla Group as both Photographer and later Photo Studio Manager. There, she led studio operations for multiple apparel brands—managing teams, coordinating shoots, and ensuring consistency in lighting, styling, and post-production. Now running her own business, Asami Photography, she collaborates with fashion and lifestyle brands to produce high-quality e-commerce, editorial, and lookbook imagery. Known for her calm professionalism on set and sharp eye for detail, Asami consistently delivers visuals that capture each brand’s unique style and story. Fluent in English and Japanese, she brings a global creative sensibility and a strong understanding of both commercial and artistic direction to every project.

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Asami Zenri is an experienced apparel and lifestyle photographer based in Orange County, California, with a strong background in fashion and e-commerce production. With over 15 years in the industry, Asami specializes in creating clean, story-driven imagery that highlights fit, fabric, and brand identity across digital and print platforms.

After earning her B.A. in Fashion Photography from the University of the Arts London, Asami began her career working with fashion brands in London, Tokyo, and Los Angeles before joining La Jolla Group as both Photographer and later Photo Studio Manager. There, she led studio operations for multiple apparel brands—managing teams, coordinating shoots, and ensuring consistency in lighting, styling, and post-production.

Now running her own business, Asami Photography,
she collaborates with fashion and lifestyle brands to produce high-quality e-commerce, editorial, and lookbook imagery. Known for her calm professionalism on set and sharp eye for detail, Asami consistently delivers visuals that capture each brand’s unique style and story.

Fluent in English and Japanese, she brings a global creative sensibility and a strong understanding of both commercial and artistic direction to every project.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner at Asami Photography
June 1, 2004 - November 3, 2025
Founder and owner specializing in product, lifestyle, fashion, e-commerce, portrait, model portfolio, and advertising photography for clients in the LA/OC area.
Photo Studio Manager at La Jolla Group
March 1, 2022 - March 1, 2022
Managed and scheduled studio shoots, bookings, and client sessions. Supervised photographers, assistants, videographers and retouchers; coordinated freelancers as needed. Maintained studio equipment (cameras, lighting, props) and ensured proper upkeep and inventory. Oversaw workflow from pre-production through final delivery, including editing timelines and quality checks. Handled budget planning, vendor relationships, and cost control.
Photographer at La Jolla Group
November 1, 2018 - November 1, 2018
Plan, set up, and execute professional photo shoots in the studio. Work closely with art directors, stylists, and clients to interpret creative briefs and achieve desired concepts. Direct models, talent, or products to capture the best angles and compositions. Retouch or collaborate with editors to ensure consistent, polished final images. Manage file organization, backups, and delivery of digital assets on schedule.

Education

BA Fashion Photography at University of the Arts London
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005

Qualifications

BA Fashion Photography
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
    paper Asami Work
    fashion lifestyle productphotography My latest portfolio.