One more trip around the sun and we had the chance to be there for Sena’s second birthday. If you missed it check out Sena’s First Birthday party from last year. We Heart Cake Company knocked this one out of the park with a donut-themed birthday cake. Just before the party guests arrived, we rounded up the family for a fun and quick family photo session. I love the way Seira decorates her parties and this year’s donut-themed party was pretty sweet.
All in Portraits
The perfect way to capture a Hawaiian vacation is to take a romantic photography tour through some of Hawaii’s most beautiful locations. Especially when you are on your honeymoon. Ashay and Ayushi were on their honeymoon and planned to do just that. We decided to start at one of the most beautiful beaches on this island during sunrise for some picture perfect beach photos. And after we cleaned up and changed into our second outfit, we moved onto Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Gardens for another round of picture perfect Hawaii photos.
Three sisters and their families spent their early morning on the beach for a beautiful family portrait on Waimanalo Beach Park. This morning was exceptionally beautiful as the sea breeze casted a stunning haze over the ocean and mountains. What better way to capture an extended family portrait than early morning on the beach in Hawaii.
Family flew in for the holidays from all around the world and Shar wanted to gift her in-laws with the perfect way to remember this special occasion. Family photos on the beach. But don’t let the classic white on blue jeans look fool you. Genuine and goofy are a couple words that come to mind when I look back at this extended family.
For a fifteen-year-old girl fortunate enough to celebrate one, her Quinceañera celebration is nothing short of magical. For Alex, her family decided to fly to Hawaiʻi for her Quinceañera portraits.
Eunice decided to surprise her in-laws with a great Christmas present on their first vacation to Hawaiʻi. Sunrise in Waikīkī was an obvious choice, and we were able to split our time between the beach and Kapiʻolani Park.
Gosh, this family was so much fun! Abbie, Etta, and Kaia were all so much fun. And why wouldn’t a family from Ontario, Canada have fun in the warm sun and sandy beaches?
Ruby and her husband reached out to me to capture their family vacation photos during their time in Honolulu. This was their sonʻs first trip to Hawaiʻi and a very memorable one.
Luecha Family Vacation Portrait in Waikiki
Barbara had reached out to me for family photos during her upcoming trip to Waikīkī. This would be the first trip to Hawaiʻi for her daughter and a photo of her family would be a perfect way to remember this special vacation.
Stolan Family Portrait at Kuliouou Beach Park
One year ago, I had the opportunity to take maternity photos with Emily and Don during their vacation here in Hawaiʻi. This year, they planned their trip again but this time with baby Michael along for the ride.
Lucas Family Portrait in Ko Olina
The Lucas family recently relocated to Hawaiʻi for work and have quickly acclimated to the local lifestyle here. And during the recent holiday season, family photos on the beach were a great way to show off their new home to family and friends across the sea.
The Bennett Family had an amazing opportunity for a family vacation in Hawaiʻi as a part of their son’s wish with The Make-A-Wish Foundation. Their trip included activities and adventures that took them around the island, however one of their more important moments came during our family portrait session.
It’s that time of the year. Time for family Christmas photos. With an abundance of beaches and tropical settings for photos, we wanted to get away from the Hawaiian norm and have these photos taken in a more woodland setting. After a quick drive up the mountains, we set up in a forest of Cook Pine Trees for these Christmas photos.
Mathias Family Portrait at Ko ʻOlina
I love the work that I get to do. Being a part of so many beautiful families and capturing the moments they share with their children is such a blessing. Especially when they are friends.
At first they were a bit worried about the prospect of having family photos taken, mainly due to the challenges they have faced in the past with their autistic son. All she asked was for "one good family picture".
Family vacations are moments we always remember. Especially when multiple families come together from across the country to spend time in paradise.