Nice to meet you. I’m Mayumi.

I’m a Yamhill County, Oregon based family videographer.
My mission is to capture the indescribable love between parents and children through heartfelt videos.

I was born and raised in Japan and later moved to the U.S.  I’m a mom to a young boy, and when I’m not behind the camera, I love cooking, collecting beautiful ceramics, and making matcha. I’m also a food photographer with a small studio in my home.

A while back, I came across some DVDs my dad had made from old VHS tapes. He passed away many years ago, but on each disc, he had carefully written when, where, and what the footage was. Just holding those discs—with his handwriting and effort to preserve our memories—warmed my heart. Watching those videos, seeing him holding my hand, walking beside me, the way he looked at me, hearing his voice again... I could feel how much I was loved. Even now, it brings me comfort, joy, and connection.

That feeling sparked something in me—a desire to give my own son a way to experience our love, even years from now. More than anything, I wanted him to always know, even when I’m gone, that he was raised with so much love.

That’s what I want to create for other families too—something lasting and real.
Instead of short clips scattered across your phone, I want you to have something you can easily share, rewatch, and pass down. A film that tells your family’s story. One that doesn’t just show what happened, but captures who you are and how it feels to be with the people you love most.

I make films to capture the love parents pour into their children’s lives. I want your children to see and feel how deeply they were loved—how important they’ve always been—through the little moments that make up your everyday life. Love isn’t always visible, but family films have the power to show it in a way that words and photos alone cannot.

I’m so happy to say that I’m a family filmmaker! I’ve invested my time and resources into learning from talented family filmmakers, and I pour my heart into every film I create. Capturing the fleeting, everyday moments that mean the most and turning them into meaningful, story-driven experiences to bring you back to the moments that matter most—this is what I love to do❤️

If you're ready to have your family story captured on film, please contact me so we can connect!

Based in Dundee Hills, OR | Serving the Willamette Valley including Portland, Salem, Newberg, Dundee, Dayton and McMinnville.

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May 2025

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Why Family Vine Films?

  • I will wrap your love and create a gift for your future kids

    Give your children a gift that lasts a lifetime. My films are crafted with their perspective in mind, ensuring that as they grow up and rewatch their film, they’ll see the love that surrounded them throughout their childhood. It’s a time capsule of the love and care you pour into them every day.

  • I preserve your Memories Beyond the digital Clutter

    While phone videos capture moments, they often lead to digital clutter and miss the full story. I create lasting films that showcase your family’s unique story, created by the whole family, including parents. Easy to watch, share, and treasure for years to come.

  • I will capture not only what your life looks like, but also what it feels like

    My films are not just about what people do, but about how they feel in those moments. I bring that feeling to life visually. I emphasize emotional connection by capturing reactions, not just actions.

  • My session is great for photo haters

    My sessions are relaxed and simple. I take a documentary approach and there’s no pressure to perform. I don’t direct or pose you. Instead, I film your family as you are, capturing the moments that make your family your family.

  • I learned from the best

    I’ve invested my time and resources into learning from talented family filmmakers, and I pour my heart into every film I create.

  • I use a professional video camera

    I use the Sony A7S III, a professional-level camera trusted by filmmakers and industry professionals. This camera is even used in high-end productions and meets industry standards for professional filmmaking, ensuring that every family film I create is of the highest quality.