Upcountry Family Sweetness in Poli Poli

We all have unique family situations but the important part is that we still love & respect everyone who comes into our lives that we choose as family. Christina was celebrating her birthday and wanted family photos. She had a fresh baby with her husband Luvin and she has a son with a previous partner. Everyone came together so Christina could have the ultimate gift of her kids sharing this time with her. Her previous partner was supportive and helped me get everyone’s attention and smiles. We basked under the soft sunlit sky and I think we can all agree the photos reflect the love shown that day. It was an honor to be a part of Christina’s birthday and capture these precious moments of them all together.

Isla Family & Kealia Coastal Boadwalk

Donna reached out to celebrate this Maui family vacation with some photo memories. They met me at Kealia Coastal Boardwalk and loved the long white stretches of beach and the views. She asked for mountains and beach and this spot delivers stunning views of both. We wondered around the area and enjoyed the native birds and the tide pools. The kids loved the wide open spaces and Donna loved the mis of portraits and candids we were able to create together. I’m available to create memories with you too if you are coming to Maui! Reach out and book something soon!!

Cooper Family at the Cliffs at Ironwoods

The Coopers had been preparing for their Maui trip for months and since the boys are growing up, Julie decided a family photo session would be the addition she wanted to solidify some of these memories.

We met at my favorite spot on the upper west side at Ironwoods Beach. It is defined by gorgeous white sands, great rock formations and stunning beach cliffs.

The boys did their best to make mom happy with the hour we had together. I am sure that Julie will cherish these photos for a lifetime.

A Family, A Baby Chick and a Gorgeous Sunset

My dear friend Jace treated his bestie Todd to a photo session with me. What a great gift!!! Todd was on Maui enjoying summer break with his kids. They were staying in Kihei and found an abandoned chick on Halama Street. For our photo shoot, we decided on Kealia Coastal Boardwalk and the family included their new addition… the baby chick! Wild chickens can be found just about everywhere throughout the islands but it was a first for me to include one in a photo session on the beach. I loved every minute. Enjoy these photos and this is your reminder to be creative with your photo session!!

Family Fun at Sunrise

I love getting up and watching the sunrise. The pastel colors against the ocean backdrop on Maui is breathtaking. I know getting up early isn’t for everyone but to make an exception and see it for yourself is an unforgettable experience. This sweet family got up early and met me at White Rock Beach in Wailea. We played all around and because of a gentle sprinkle that had happened on the morning, we had the beach to ourselves. Enjoy these moments with me and let me know if you want a sunrise session soon.

Families that Travel Together...Have More Fun!

The Clonts & Burson Families came on a dual family vacation to Maui together for Spring Break. They decided to book a session with me to document this special time on the island as well as the 3 soon to be graduating Seniors!

We all landed at Ironwoods Beach which has beautiful white sand and those ocean blues that are breathtaking. Each family had time to do multiple combinations together for pictures and as one big group. The moms had not coordinated on color schemes ahead of time but all I can say is.. Great Minds Think Alike! They all were spot on with whites & blues and matched wonderfully.

The children enjoyed gathering driftwood and playing gently in the waves as we worked through the important photos. Besides the extra ocean breeze, I think we all had a great time on Maui’s North West Shores.

Enjoy this sneak peek and if you are considering coming with close family friends, lets go out for a beach adventure and grab these memories!

Lots of Love to the Clonts & Burson Families as well as an early Congratulations to Natalie, Kate & Kylie!

Family Forever

Gina & her family were so incredibly loving and sweet. We enjoyed the gorgeous backdrop off Kealia Boardwalk in South Maui. The expansive white sand beach and views of both Haleakala & West Maui mountains make for the most scenic backdrops.

Have a look at this beautiful session and contact me for your session!

Classic South Side Family Session

I have a secret spot in North Kihei that always gives us the best lighting, background and overall fun when it comes to family sessions. Have a look and if you want to know more about having a photo session there, contact me!

This cute family from Northern California was ready to play and enjoy one another. Makes my job not really seem like a job at all. I really feel blessed to meet such amazing folks all the time and capture their love.

Hello.... How's Everybody Now~a~days?

Hey there…. Just like everyone else, I’ve been laying low for about a year enjoying slower days and some much needed rest. I am happy to say that I am back on the wedding scene on Maui and picked up some help during my “quarantine” journey. Photography is definitely a passion of mine and when I get to photograph a wedding or a family session, it hardly feels like work. I feel happy and the highlight is connecting with new people and learning their stories. I have never had a steady second shooter and I’d like you all to meet Gabriel. He is the man in my life and what a talented man he is. He’s normally traveling the world singing songs with his band WOLFCHILD but with the Covid stuff going on, he’s been hanging out on Maui. I’ve been teaching him all the tricks I know with the camera and now he is joining me on my photo shoots. Here’s a sneak peek of us behind-the-scenes at our most recent wedding and the photos we got from the spots we were in. I hope to see all of your smiling faces out in the world real soon….

Stunning South Side Family Session

I find it so incredibly touching when I get the opportunity to capture the generations in a family session. This beautiful family has been in my Maui life for quite some time now. They all have such amazing gifts and the best smiles. Angela and I met at the Haleakala Waldorf preschool yard when our daughters decided to be best friends. I think she & I were very relieved that we liked each other as well. Her husbands parents are also here on island and have helped raise their daughter. Their bond is undeniable and they were such a joy to work with. The golden light came out in full force and we bathed in it until the sun went down.

Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to photograph this moment in time. Congratulations to Marc & Angela for their 10 year anniversary together and to Leila & Dieter for being together for about 60 years ( i believe). How inspiring!!! Much Aloha to You All!

Ulupaulakua Family Session ~ Blissful

Since Covid has transitioned our photography reality on Maui, it has given me time to reflect and learn patience. Now that our focus has shifted to supporting our local community, I was so blessed to hear from a young family wanting to document their life at this time. It was even more special when I was able to meet them at one of the most picturesque spots that is rarely seen by most ~ Ulupaulakua Ranch. Kristin works with the local “paniolos” (cowboys) and so I was able to off road a bit up Haleakala and see parts of the Ranch that only the working cowboys see. We were blessed with beautiful morning light and a gentle breeze. The couple was celebrating their sweet baby, Gabi, who was all smiles and giggles. I am so grateful for the opportunity to give these memories as gifts to those I photograph. Contact me for your family session as these times will never be upon us again

Holiday Time with Family

I love seeing families get together for the holidays including mine. It is even better when they schedule a portrait session to remember these cherished moments. Blair & I have known each other since before either of us had children. She is an amazing mama and it was so nice when she reached out for family photos. Her family from the East Coast came out to enjoy a Maui Christmas and we ventured out to Thompson Road together. Now Upcountry can have glorious mornings and moody afternoons if the clouds decide to settle in. I kept picturing the rolling green hills of Haleakala and warm sunshine in hopes that we would all get so lucky to have those conditions…. well …WE DID!!! The pictures say it all and as we had fun together, I was reminded just how lucky I am to get to the opportunity to call this my job.

Thank you Blair, Laine & Family for being the beautiful people you are and letting me in.

Family + Poli Poli + Puppy = Priceless Portraits

Tikky & her beautiful family met me on the slopes on Haleakala Maui in Poli Poli. It had been a rainy week and I was keeping my fingers crossed that the sunset time would be just right for us. They all hopped out of their car excited including their cute puppy, Amber. We cruised around the tip of the disc golf course by an amazing tree and then as the sun began to drop below the clouds, we raced toward the golden light. The orange moss on the Waddle trees along with everyones smiles & laughter filled my heart. The pictures say it all. This family has such a sweet essence about them and I was honored to capture their love.

Good Quality Family Time

I love to see generations of family get together to enjoy a simple sunset photo session. Emily and her husband Jeff recently finished building a home in Haiku on the North Shore of Maui Hawaii. She gathered her closest family members and we played around the house and the yard capturing sweet moments of laughter and fun. The light was glowing and even Uncle Joe was enjoying the session. I left feeling very happy for all of them and grateful for having this sweet family in my life. Thank you Emily for supporting me and my passion for photography. I look forward to having more of these sweet sessions with you all in the future.

Family Fun on South Side

Its always wonderful to celebrate the generations. This sweet family session honored a few generations and the love they had for each other was so sweet. Paul , the father, was an amazing planner and booked this session with me knowing he wanted pictures with his mother and daughters. He had to trust me on timing and location, which he did, and everything was perfect. We had a lot of fun creating the moments together and I enjoyed getting to know them. I hope to see them all on island again real soon!!!

The Beach, a Turtle & A whole lotta Love... Family Session on the North Shore

It is so wonderful to watch a relationship blossom over the years. I met Gwen & Adrian when they met years ago at Flatbread Company in Paia Town when we were all a bit younger and making our Maui lives happen. Years later, they invited me into Haleakala Crater to photography their elopement which was one of my most adventurous weddings to date. A few years following that great day, Gwen and Adrian reach out so we could photograph their sweet baby girl who has arrived. Now Reya is running and talking… it shows how fast time flies. We met last week at a beautiful beach on the North Shore of Maui. It was breezy and we had a turtle come up to greet us. The pictures really captured the gentleness this family exudes and the beauty of our island home. Lots of love to you always Gwen, Adrian & Reya….