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Abbey | Paradise Cove
The beautiful Abbey family met me on the first full day of their vacation this week. I think we found the only spot on the island without
Umehara | Paradise Cove
This lovely family is visiting from California this week! We had a quick location change due to windward showers this morning, but I don’t think anyone was dissappointed with…
Sunguard Swimwear
I always love working with Sunguard swimwear! I get to photograph gorgeous little models in the best swimsuits and now - adorable straw hats!! Enjoy this…
Norman | Kualoa
I always love photographing the Norman family! I’ve worked with them since our time back in Washington DC and they are just the sweetest bunch. Their kids are…
Sandbar Elopement
What a magical place to get married! The Kaneohe Bay sandbar was a sunny, gorgeous spot for this sweet couple to exchange vows yesterday morning. And while I’ve taken photos at the sandbar many times, this was my first time…
Porter Family | North Shore
It’s been a long time since I’ve had a family session on North Shore, but the drive was worth it for the Porter’s sunrise session! We went to a hidden spot they suggested…
2023 IPA | Honorable Mention
I am thrilled to share that one of my images received Honorable Mention this year in the 2023 International Photography Awards! I found out earlier this month that my image, “Childhood in Paradise” was an “Official Selection” in the Professional Category: Peo…
Siemon Family | Waikiki
This family’s session was definitely a highlight of my week! After six years since they were all together last, the Siemon’s are vacationing…
Ly-Baldwin Family | Waia’lae
This beautiful family is here in town for both business and pleasure! Mom is attending a conference and brought along her sweet family to enjoy gorgeous Hawaii. We met early yesterday to catch…
S Family | Paradise Cove
This sweet family booked me last minute to capture some photos in paradise on their last day in town. And I’m so glad they did! We had a beautiful sunset for their 10-year…
Turney Family | Paradise Cove
The Turney family absolutely melted my heart during their session yesterday morning. They’re squeezing in a trip to Oahu before welcoming a new baby in just two months! You’ll notice a tiny blue morpho…
Searcy & Family | Ka’a’awa
What a special session yesterday with 4 generations of ladies all vacationing on Oahu together! At 89 years old, Bea asked her daughter and granddaughter to…
Le Family | Ka’a’awa & Kualoa
What a fun session last night with the Le family! Their sweet little boys were all about running and collecting every rock on the beach (which they called…
Traches | Paradise Cove
This morning I met the lovely Traches! They are visiting Oahu from California with their youngest of four daughters - lucky!! It was clear they’re…
McAllister Family | Ka’a’awa
The McAllister crew met me for sunrise at Ka’a’awa yesterday! Mama Amy has four grown kids and two daughter-in-laws. Watching everyone together at their session was so much fun and I imagine…
George & Sam | Ka’a’awa
A big congratulations to the new Mr & Mrs! Sam and George had a beautiful elopement yesterday morning here on Oahu and it was such a pleasure to be…
Hatfield | Ka’a’awa
Sometimes I get to work with families that just seem so carefree, laid back and fun - the Hatfields were definitely one of those families! Both of their kids were incredibly kind, easy to work with, and…