about  H A R U K O

“I believe that animals have wisdom and a voice. I listen with my eyes."

Haruko is a commercial photographer who explores and documents the modern pet, capturing the energy, personality and idiosyncratic animal essence with dignity. 

Originally from Japan, Haruko started her career in 1983 as a photojournalist in San Francisco. Her subjects included celebrities, politicians, professional athletes, best-selling authors, major recording artists, and exotic zoo animals.  Ten years later she moved to New York City to bolster her career in the pursuit of corporate photography.  Her architectural photographs hang in over 60 Fortune 500 companies' CEO Offices and boardrooms such as Morgan Stanley and Credit Suisse.

As well as engaging in photography, Haruko established CapsuleStudio in 2000, a chic rental photo loft located in Union Square.  Information on Capsule Studio is available at www.CapsuleStudio.com and www.NYeventSpace.com

Currently, Haruko’s focus is centered on animal photography.  This new concentration has evolved Haruko Foto into a studio that combines her love of animals and portraiture. Haruko Foto is now the premier pet photography studio in New York City.

A pet owner herself, Haruko is kept in humorous check by a couple of delightful Cornish Rex, Kuma and Marquis des Baguettes.

In addition to running a photography and studio business, Haruko practices Kyudo (Zen Archery), enjoys riding horses, travels extensively and is working on a book exploring Japanese culture.

Haruko supports many organizations including the ASPCA, Bidawee, and Animal Haven.