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Off The Beaten Path
Oahu Photos in the Rain The resorts at Ko Olina were created around the coast’s penchant for sunshine and warm ocean breezes. As a result, the mellow lagoons were branded as a second Waikiki where sun lovers could catch rays all day against the deep blue of the Pacific. But every once in awhile, rain […]
A Special Birthday Gift Tanya reached out from Australia, bubbling with excitement. Her brother and his family were visiting Hawaii to celebrate his 40th birthday and she had the perfect gift idea. Family photos – a little family adventure and some beautiful memories to take home to Australia. Well, Tanya couldn’t quite decide between family […]
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Hawaii Portrait Photography with a Desert Vibe Sweat dripped into my eyes as we made the short, but intensely hot walk through Koko Crater Botanical Garden. Our destination was the cactus garden where the spiny succulents would contrast beautifully with the soft pastel clothing and cherubic cheeks of one of my favorite families. I first […]
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Photographing the Photographer It’s always a joy to photograph another photographer’s family- get them out from behind the camera for thier own bit of adventure. They were making the long journey from Texas so we planned something special. It was supposed to be a two-part morning starting with sunrise family photos at Lanikai Beach followed […]
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Family Photos with Teenagers “I love all the photos of cute kids playing in your portfolio, but I have teenagers.” That was April’s main concern when she reached out for a photo session. And it’s true, young kids are good at ignoring the camera and focusing on fun. They arrive at a beach or park […]
Remembering a Photo Session on Big Island Three years ago, I packed up my gear and took a flight to Big Island for a photo session. I lingered at the Kona Airport, delighted by its charm and aloha, before heading north. Heat waves rose from the asphalt as I drove through endless lava fields. It […]
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Deciding what to wear for family beach portraits – swimsuits?! Deciding what to wear for family beach portraits can be stressful, but I have the simple answer for you – swimsuits. Okay, maybe not for your entire session (although it happens), but hear me out. In a previous post (Family Beach Photoshoot : Why You […]
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Hawaii Photographers in Oahu Have Beautiful Beach Options “What’s the best beach for family photos?” I get that question often, but I have no answer. There are so many different types of beach on the island. You can find wide, sandy beaches that stretch as far as you can see. There are rocky coasts peppered […]
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The Beauty of Laie Beach Park Laie Beach Park is a personal favorite for family beach pictures. This beach is a bit of a chameleon. I’ve enjoyed some stunning sunrises at this beach, but other days are so warm and muggy you can’t wait to jump into the crashing surf. Even cloudy days lend a dramatic […]
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Sometimes people end up in Hawaii by chance. They tag along for a family reunion or make the long journey to attend a wedding. If you traveled this far, you might as well make the most of it with a mini family vacation. Seek out a secluded beach. Circle the island in search of sea […]
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The non-favorite, favorite It doesn’t feel right to have favorite families to photograph. Just like it doesn’t feel right to have a favorite child. If I did have favorites, however, this one would be at the top of the list. It’s such a treat to see them each year. Our goal has been to visit […]
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