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Oahu for Kids

Unique Beauty of Electric Beach Electric Beach, located on Oahu’s southwest shores, is named for the Hawaii Electric power plant located directly across the street. A pipe from the plant extends into the ocean discharging warm water that attracts a diversity of marine life including a colorful variety of reef fish, sea turtles, spotted eagle […]

Electric Beach – Thrilling Snorkeler’s Paradise in Leeward Oahu

Family films

Going for the Record My 3-year-old niece screamed in protest. A look of pure terror washed over her face before she dissolved in a puddle of hysterical sobs. All this because my sister walked too close to the water. I looked out at the seemingly benign expanse of blue ocean as it lapped gently at […]

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Oahu Family Photography and Films | Joys of the Ocean

horseback riding on oahu's north shore at gunstock ranch

Oahu for Kids

The Paniolo Life at Gunstock Ranch Gunstock Ranch on Oahu, Hawaii, is a uniquely captivating destination that combines breathtaking natural beauty with an array of diverse activities. Nestled on the picturesque North Shore, it offers visitors sweeping views from the Ko’olau Mountains to the Pacific Ocean. From horseback riding through the lush landscapes to exhilarating […]

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Gunstock Ranch, Oahu | Thrilling Horseback Riding Adventures

Families

A Final Photo Session It would be my last family photo session, although I didn’t know it at the time. It was early March and news of the coronavirus was escalating quickly. Campaigns on handwashing and “shakas not handshakes” had just begun to circulate and visions of our own upcoming travels still danced in our […]

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Hawaii Family Adventure Session | A Perfect Evening in Laie

boy searching for critters in hawaii tidepool at makua beach

Oahu for Kids

Escape the Crowds You would think that living on a small island would encourage you to explore it regularly. Yet a trip from Kailua to town is rare for us while a trip to the North Shore may only happen a half dozen times a year. Most of our time is spent in a fairly […]

Family Friendly Beaches | Makua Beach Oahu

Families

A First Birthday Celebration Celebrating a first birthday is a special experience. Especially when that baby has been so longed for. Hannah has tried to make the most of this time in their lives and document as much as possible. She schedules family photo sessions regularly. Fortunately, she works in the wedding industry and has […]

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Makapuu Beach Family Photography | A Golden Sunrise

mom holding her newborn baby at home in honolulu hawaii

New life

Memories of a Neighborhood My engine hesitated, shuddered, and shifted into a lower gear as my car slowly climbed up the street. From a distance, this street looks impossibly steep and has always intimidated me – possibly the effects of a lifetime driving manual cars. As I climbed higher into the neighborhood my mind flashed […]

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Newborn Photographer | The Good Life in Honolulu

school of fish in beautiful waimanalo bay

Oahu for Kids

A Change of Plans We were supposed to be on an airplane, flying over the Pacific, engrossed in a movie with ample snacks stowed in the seat pocket. Instead, our carefully packed luggage sat by the door at home while we wandered the length of Kaiona Beach Park slightly dazed and lost. First, there were […]

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Kaiona Beach Park, Waimanalo | Unveiling a Hidden Beauty

Family Photographer at makapuu beach oahu

Families

Family Photographer Favorite Time of Day I stood on the sand dunes taking in the scene. Birds skimmed the surface of the water and a smattering of pink clouds painted the horizon. Sunrise was still 15 minutes away, but it promised to be exceptional. I dug my feet further into the cool sand and mentally […]

Hawaii Family Photographer | Stunning Sunrise Over Makapuu

Families

Relaxing at the Four Seasons As much as Adrianne longs for beautiful family photos, they’ve always proven to be a struggle. Her family didn’t fit that static mold. Past attempts to stand still, follow directions and smile always proved disastrous. She reached out because she wanted something different. After all, they are a mellow family […]

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Four Seasons Family Photographer | Relaxation Vacation

girl swinging her hair during a portrait session in kailua

Children

The Best Compliment As the golden sky faded to a cool blue and we walked to our respective cars, he called out in an earnest tone, “When can we see you again?” “Soon, I hope” I called out and drove away with a smile on my face. That may be the biggest compliment you can […]

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Oahu Child Portraits | A Kawainui Marsh Sunset in Kailua

Oahu for Kids

Planning the Best Day Ever on Oahu Businesses are slowly beginning to open and change feels imminent. In the meantime, however, we grow restless under persistent stay-at-home orders. To combat the repetition and isolation, we’ve started to fantasize about the future. When things re-open and we can move about Oahu freely once again, what will […]

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Things to Do in Oahu with Kids | Best Day Ever on Oahu 4 ways

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