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Why Family Photos in Hawaii Can Feel Stressful A common scenario with family photos has this cast of characters: the photo enthusiast who’s been organizing the whole thing for months, the partner who would rather be wrestling a wild boar than smiling for a camera, and kids whose cooperation levels swing like a metronome on […]
✈️ A temporary Kona Family Photographer Bleary-eyed but excited, I boarded the 6:00 a.m. flight from Honolulu to Kona—cameras, water housing, lenses, batteries, beach toys, and a suspicious-looking assortment of prisms and copper pipes in tow. (Pro tip: nothing says “random bag check” like a family photographer’s carry-on.) I’ve been lucky to work all over […]
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TL;DR Yes, family photos in Oahu can actually be fun. With the right photographer, playful energy, and a few smart tricks (plus snacks), your beach session can feel more like a family adventure than a photoshoot. Can taking family photos actually be fun? So you’ve decided to book an Oahu family photographer. First of all, […]
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The best of both for Maui family photos If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to step into a storybook jungle, let me introduce you to Honolua Bay. Towering trees stretch their limbs like something out of a Tolkien novel, sunlight filters through the canopy in the most dramatic fashion, and the air hums […]
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Childhood memories of Ka’a’awa Beach Nicole grew up on the windward side of Oahu and when we were brainstorming ideas for family photo locations, her memories came flooding back. Ka’a’awa Beach was a childhood favorite. She would explore this wild stretch of shoreline as a little girl along with her cousins, aunties and uncles. She […]
TL;DR Wondering how to pick the best spot for family photos on Oʻahu? This local’s guide compares Waikīkī, Ko Olina, Kailua, Waimānalo, the Windward coast, and the North Shore—plus weather-backup strategies—so you can choose the perfect beach for your family’s vibe. How to select the best location for your family photoshoot? As a family photographer, […]
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Sunset photographer – lucky we live Hawaii The phrase “Lucky we live Hawaii” is a common local expression. It’s a reminder to be grateful for the natural beauty surrounding us, something that’s easy to overlook amid life’s daily hustle. Whether you were born here or just visiting Hawaii, the sunsets are one of the perks. […]
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Until we meet again When you live in Alaska – Fairbanks, Alaska that is – you start to crave a little vitamin D mid-winter. That’s why Jesa and her family make an annual pilgrimage to Hawaii. Seeing the sun for more than a few hours a day and letting it warm their skin is reason […]
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The Best of Kauai – Hanalei family beach portraits Hanalei Bay is hands down my favorite spot on Kauai. The white sand beach curls gently around the deep blue of the ocean while bold mountains watch over the salty scene. When Melissa reached out for family photos and mentioned it was her favorite beach too, […]
Magical Lanikai If I was to make a must-visit, best ever, don’t miss it beach list for Oahu, it would certainly include Lanikai Beach in Kailua. The sand is light and fluffy underfoot and palm trees perpetually dance in the tradewinds. Just offshore, Flat Island and the Mokuluas shimmer in turquoise waters. If you look […]
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Relief from the heat A trip to Maui is always a treat. It makes a great excuse to visit friends and explore the island a bit. This was one of the first inter-island adventures I took post-pandemic. Or post the start of the pandemic anyway. Traveling after such a long break was a strange experience […]
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A change of plans One of the great perks of being a professor is the option to take a sabbatical. You can take a year off to work at a different university or on a special project or just travel. Why don’t they allow that for more professions because it sounds amazing? This family hit […]
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