Makapuu Beach Family Photographer | Changes on the Horizon

A Reason to Celebrate

Amy and Erin had a lot of reasons to celebrate their trip to Hawaii. It was their first family vacation, their first photo session with 6-month-old baby Avery, and they were considering moving to Oahu. Many of my clients fantasize about moving to Hawaii. Dreams of year-round sunshine with Christmas morning surf sessions and poke picnics by the beach are appealing for most outdoor lovers. Truth be told, it is as wonderful as it sounds and seasons are overrated. Summer is the best one, right?

But, Hawaii isn’t for everyone. Moving to Hawaii often means moving away from friends and family. Losing that support system is especially hard on families with young children. That coupled with the high cost of living, island fever (yes, it’s real), and a cultural change cause many to move away after a few years. We talked for a bit about the pros and cons and in the end they decided not to make the move to Oahu. At least I could send them off with salty, sun-soaked memories of their time here.

About the Session

Amy had a rigorous three day job interview, but managed to set aside time for a morning beach photo session. We met at the rocky, dramatic Makapuu Beach which is one of my favorite parts of the island. With only a light breeze brushing the coast, salt spray hung in the air creating a dreamy beach scene. Baby sessions tend to be slow and sweet. Lots of time time to love and cuddle with bouts of exploring thrown in – cool water, sandy toes, rough lava. There are a a lot of firsts to explore. Avery wasn’t sure what to make of this morning adventure, but his moms were happy and all was good in the world.

Do you have a special event in your life to celebrate?

Let’s plan a fun day on Oahu and make happy memories with your favorite people! Find out more about my family photography sessions here.