The Hepburn Family

This week I got to hang out at Lanikai beach with old family friends, Kim, Mark, David and Holly Hepburn, and Ashley and Dave Pierce!  We got up extra early to catch the sunrise, and it was SO worth it!  The colors were just beautiful.  Each sunrise I see over Lanikai reminds me just how creative God is, and thank Him for the gift of the beauty of nature.  Thanks guys, for the great session!

The Brandt Family

This year I had the privilege to shoot the Brandt family's portrait once again.  It has been so much fun to take their family photos throughout the past few years and see their kids grow up to young adults. Merry Christmas to my favorite Kaneohe family!

Marissa & Fred's engagement

This past week I headed up to the North Shore to meet up with Marissa and Fred at a secluded beach for their engagement session.  We had so much fun exploring the beach, and even getting a few shots of them doing one of their favorite activities.. paddle boarding!  Congratulations guys, and I can't wait to shoot your wedding next year!

The Rollo Family

This past week I got to hang out with the Rollo family at the beautiful Ho'omaluhia Gardens in Kaneohe.  The are expecting their third child soon, and their love between all of them and this new little one the way was so evident!  Congratulations guys; you have a beautiful family!

Katy and Brett, reunited!

The week I had the privilege of taking photos of Brett's homecoming after being deployed for over 7 months.  I was so happy to be able to document these special moments for Katy and Brett, and am so glad they are reunited!  Welcome home, and a job well done!

Quillon & Kyoungwon's wedding reception

Quillon and Kyoungwon held a beautiful and classy wedding reception at the Iolani Place downtown, where their families from the mainland and Asia were able to meet and help them celebrate their marriage.  Congratulations guys, and thanks for having me be a small part of your special night!

Jordyn's Newborn Session At Home

This morning I had the privilege of shooting Janelle and Jon's newborn cutie, Jordyn!  I had already met mom and dad last month at their maternity session, and I was so ecstatic to be able to meet up with them again and meet their daughter.  Their pride and love for their little girl was overflowing the entire session, and I am honored to have been able to be there to document this special time of life.  Congratulations again guys!

Nikki & Joe

This past week, I got to visit the Wahiawa Botanical Gardens, and take engagement photos for Nikki and Joe.  This sweet couple recently moved to the islands, and are getting married back home in New York next year.  Thanks guys for the fun afternoon at the gardens, and I wish you all the best!

Jeff's Homecoming

This morning I was blessed to witness the reunion of one of my friends, Laura, with her hubby Jeff, who has been deployed this past year.  It was such a sweet moment!  I was definitely crying, so I don't know how I got any photos at all. :)  As you can tell, this couple is overjoyed to be reunited, and I am so happy for them.  Welcome home Jeff!

Jenna + Lincoln

Yesterday Jerome and I had the privilege of shooting Jenna and Lincoln's classy wedding at the Ihilani in Ko'olina.  The day was spectacularly beautiful, and both Jenna and Lincoln were glowing with happiness.  Thanks guys, for making us feel like a part of your family all day, and for being such an awesome couple to shoot!  Enjoy the sneak peek...

Janelle & Jon's maternity session

Janelle, Jon and I got to hang out at Magic Island this week, enjoying the sunset and taking some maternity photos.  They are both glowing with happiness and excitement!  Congratulations guys; your little girl will be here soon!

The Labaya Family

Amber, Anthony and Allie met me down at Lanikai beach this past week for a family portrait session.  Their little girl Allie is turning one this month, and they have much to celebrate!  Thank you guys for being so much fun, and Allie, thanks for sharing your sweet birthday-girl smiles!

The Jakubowski Family

This past week Katie, Jared and I headed down to Lanikai beach with their two adorable little ones for a final family portrait before they move from Hawaii.  I haven't seen the sky so blue in a really long time, especially after such a stormy week!  Thank you Jakubowski family for asking me to capture your family in beautiful Hawaii before you leave.  A hui hou!

The Mah family

This past week, I got to hang out with the Mah family, Amy's brother and family, and their parents.  We met up at Ko'olina's beautiful public beach for some family portraits, and got to explore the tide pools.  Thank you guys for having me document this special time of reunion as a family for you!

Sherry + Mike

This past weekend, we go to shoot the classy wedding of Sherry and Mike at the vintage Laniakea downtown.  The building now serves are the YWCA, and was a perfect location for their 1940's styled black and white event.  Congratulations guys, and thanks for having us be apart of your day!

Photo credits: Rebecca Keizer and Jessica Fant for Rebecca Keizer Studios.

The Romjue family

This week I and the privilege of meeting up with the Romjue's extended family for a portrait on Kailua Beach.  We were blessed with gorgeous early morning light, and had fun in the sand.  Thank you guys, for a wonderful morning session, and enjoy the rest of your vacation together as family!

Lorena + Joel

This past weekend, we got to shoot a lovely wedding at the Ko'olau Ballrooms in Kaneohe.  Lorena and Joel were married under the stunning Ko'olau mountain range, in perfect diffused light.  The party then moved indoors, as they celebrated with family and friends.  Congratulations, guys; we wish you all the best with your marriage and with the soon arrival of your new little one!

Maya + Darek

This past weekend, Jessica and I were blown away be the beauty and attention to detail at the wedding of Maya and Darek.  They were the lucky first couple ever to be able to have their wedding and reception at this beautiful property right next to Kailua beach park, Male'Ana Gardens.  This intimate wedding ceremony was held in the garden, as was the reception under a gorgeous whit pavilion.  Congratulations Maya and Darek; thanks for letting us be a part of your special day!

 

Kristyn + Peter

Kristyn and Peter decided to elope to Hawaii, and were married on Angel Bay Beach with a very intimate ceremony of just the two of them.  It was so beautiful and memorable!  We were also able to take some photos at the beautiful property of Pukalani Falls.  Congratulations guys, and thanks for having me be a part of your special day!

Alex + Andy

This wonderful couple, Alex and Andy, were married this past weekend, and we had the pleasure to be their photographers!  They were married at Kailua Community Church in Kailua, and continued the celebration at the beautiful Mid Pacific Country Club in Lanikai.  Congratulations guys!

Graduating Senior, Chrissy!

This lovely lady, Chrissy, is graduating this year!   Congratulations; you go girl!

The Timmons Family

The Timmons family and I headed down to Lanikai beach for a multi-generational family session, and we had a blast!  Thanks guys, for asking me to document this time of life for you on your Hawaiian vacation!

Jodi + Mejee

Last weekend, we headed up to the North Shore for Jodi and Mejee's beautiful wedding at Camp Homelani.  These two were married overlooking the gorgeous blue ocean, and it was serenely beautiful.  Congratulations again guys; we wish you all the best!

The Jacoby Family

This week I got to hang out with the Jacoby family at Lanikai beach for a family photo session.  Their two girls were quite the models, and had fun splashing in the ocean.  Thanks guys, for the fun morning, and enjoy the rest of your Hawaiian vacation!

Emily + Greg

This past weekend, Jessica and I got to shoot Emily and Greg's gorgeous wedding at Ko'olau Ballrooms in Kaneohe.  The day began with getting ready at the Sheraton Waikiki, and then we headed over the Ko'olau's to the Windward side.  The wedding coordinators, Vows In Paradise, did an amazing job at creating an elegant and classy event, and I know that Emily had a hand in every part as well.  We had so much fun partying it up with their friends and family, many of whom had flown all the way from Tahiti for the event.  Congratulations again Emily and Greg; you guys are a special couple who deserve all the happiness in the world!

Tamara + Mike + Jackson + Ford = Happiness!

So, ya'll have seen the photos I have posted with my nephew Jackson and his new little brother Ford... totally cute, right?  Well, we did another photo session in Colorado with the whole family, and went all out in the Americana style!  Their red, white and blue house was the perfect backdrop, complete with an American flag.  I love you guys, and am so happy to have been there to capture these precious moments!

The Pinzon Family

It's time to say Aloha to the Pinzon family as they will be leaving the islands this next week.  Before they left, we had to visit beautiful Bellows beach in Waimanalo one more time for a family portrait session, and I am so glad we did!  Their adorable little girl Alyssa did so well, and liked dipping her toes in the ocean!  Goodbye Pinzon family; you will be missed!  Come visit soon!

Jackson & Ford

I love my nephew's Jackson and Ford, and this summer we got to go out to Colorado to visit them (meeting 2 week old Ford for the first time!).  Of course we had to do a newborn/big brother photo session with them!  Here are my favorites from the day.  Congratulations Tamara and Mike, on your new little cutie... I can't wait to spoil him!

Sherry & Mike's Engagement Session

This past weekend I got to hang out with Sherry and Mike at Ko'olina for their engagement session.  Such a fun night!  Congratulations guys, and I am so excited to shoot your upcoming wedding in downtown Honolulu!

A Midsummer's Night Hope Fundraiser Event

This past Sunday night, Jerome and I had the privilege to volunteer our photography services at a fundraising event for a great cause at Sunset Ranch on the North Shore.  Courage Worldwide is an organization that builds homes worldwide for children rescued from sex trafficking.  Their next goal is to raise enough money to build a home on the North Shore of Oahu.

According to the U. S. Department of Justice, human trafficking has become the second fastest growing criminal industry - just behind drug trafficking - with children accounting for roughly half of all victims.  It is hard to imagine that this injustice is happening right here in our beautiful Hawaii, but it is!  Please visit their website by clicking here, to learn more about what this amazing organization is doing, or how you can donate and help raise awareness.

You can view all of the images from this event by clicking here.

Jo & Ken's Lanikai sunrise session

Jo and Ken enjoyed their vowal renewal session on the North Shore so much, that they decided to do another session with me while on vacation.  I loved seeing them again!  For this session, they chose to do a sunrise shoot at Lanikai beach.  The morning light was stunning, and faded into a dramatic overcast and diffused light... a photographers dream!  Thanks again guys, and I hope to see you agin on future Hawaii vacations!

20 McIntire's And Counting!

My wonderful sister, Tamara and her family live in Colorado, and this summer we had a chance to go out and visit them and meet their new little boy who was born in July (the day after my birthday!).  I love my nephews so much, and I love my entire Colorado family, the McIntire's!  Yes, you read that right... as of this summer there are 20 of them stemming off of the Terri and Suzi McIntire line, and all of them live in the Colorado Springs area.  It was so much fun to do our annual (or sometimes bi-annual) photo session at gorgeous spot near the Garden Of The Gods.  Love you guys, and miss you all already!

Niki and Johnny's engagement session

This past Sunday I got to hang out with Niki and Johnny at the beautiful public beach at Ko'olina for an engagement session.  We had fun exploring the tide pools and waiting for the perfect sunset... and were not disappointed!  Congratulations guys, and I am so excited to be your wedding photographer next March!

Laura and Mikey are engaged!

This past Saturday, I got to hang out with this fun couple at a beautiful historical residence at the top of the mountain on Tantalus Drive!  Laura and Mikey will be getting married this December, and I can't wait to shoot their wedding.  Thanks guys, for the awesome evening on top of the world!

Jo & Ken's Vow Renewal

This past Friday, I had the immense pleasure of photographing a 20 year vow renewal on the beautiful Ke Iki beach of the North Shore.  Jo and Ken were so warm hearted and welcoming that I fell in love with them the second I met them!  Congratulations guys, on twenty years well done and to being more in love than ever... you are an inspiration to me!

Emily & Greg's Engagement Session

Emily, Greg and I had so much fun exploring the Ihilani hotel find some great photo spots last Sunday.  We were also able to visit the beautiful property of the Lanikuhonua Estate next door (a big thank you to their Auntie who was able to get us access!).  The sunset was just beautiful, and we had a blast.  Congratulations guys, and I am so excited to shoot your wedding next month!

The Carlson's Maternity Session

I had the great pleasure of doing a maternity session for the Carlson family this week.  We had so much fun crawling around on majestic lava rocks over looking the blue Hawaiian waters. They will be moving from Hawaii in a few weeks, so it was extra special to spend this time with them.  Julia is due for baby #2 in November, and I am so sad to miss this event!  Thanks guys, for the fun evening; you will be dearly missed.

Balstad family

I love this family, and was so happy to shoot their family portraits for the third time since I've known them!  You guys are awesome.

Just Married!

Two days after their wedding, Leila, JJ and I headed back down to Lanikai beach for a fun "Just Married" shoot.  Part of the theme of their wedding day included red balloons (which JJ also used in his proposal to Laila), so I love how they incorporated that theme into this shoot.  So fun!

Leila + JJ

This past week we had so much fun shooting Leila and JJ's fun-loving wedding, right on Lanikai beach. What a pleasure it was to hang out with these two lovebirds, at such a beautiful beach on the perfect day!  The party continued at Faith Baptist Church in Kailua, where they were surrounded by the love of their family and friends.  Congratulations Leila and JJ; we are so happy for you!

Melissa + Jayson

Okay, folks... check out this amazing wedding we got to shoot this past week at Waikiki.  Melissa and Jayson were married on a tiny little beach park in Diamond Head, and then PADDLED their way into the sunset to their reception at the Outrigger Canoe Club!  They are the coolest Bride and Groom ever!  Thanks guys for the fun evening, and congratulations!

Meet Baby Avery

I had the great privilege of shooting baby Avery's newborn portraits this past week at Lanikai Beach.  He was such a sweet little man, and new Mom and Dad were so proud.  Congratulations, and welcome to the word, Avery.  You are much loved!

Katie + John

Jerome and I had so much fun shooting Katie and Dave's classy wedding this past Friday!  They were married at Holy Trinity Church near Kahala, and continued the party at the Waialae Country Club, just down the road.  I love that Katie described her wedding colors as "Elegant Rasta"... they sure were bright and beautiful!  Congratulations, Katie and John!

Muller & Uehara Family portraits

We had some stormy weather on the Windward side of the island this past week; but that didn't slow the Muller's and Uehara's down from heading down to Lanikai beach for a family portrait session!  John and Katie will tie the knot in just a few days, and with all the family in town, it was the perfect occasion to take photos. We also stopped by Kawainui marsh in Kailua for a second shooting location, and it was just beautiful so early in the morning.  Thanks guys, for a fun morning of shooting!  I can't wait to be your wedding day photographer!

Quintell + Steven

This weekend we had the privilege of shooting Quintell and Steven's wedding in Waikiki.  They were married in the gorgeous Crystal Chapel at the Hilton Hawaiian, and followed the ceremony with a celebration at the Hale Koa Hotel just down the road.  This couple was so much fun to hang out with all day!  Congratulations Quintell and Steven!

The Rich Family at Ko'olina

I had so much fun shooting the Rich family portraits last night at Ko'olina.  The evening was so peaceful, their two girls had so much fun exploring the beach, and we all loved watching the sun go down!  Thank you Keith, Marjorie, Sophia and Lily, for a great session!

Annie + Ryan

This past weekend, Annie and Ryan were married at the beautiful Sacred Hearts Church in Honolulu.  It was such a special ceremony, and they were surrounded with so much love from their family and friends!  The party continued late into the night at the Hale Koa Hotel in Waikiki, and everyone seemed to have a blast!   Jerome and I were blown away at the talent that was present at the reception, from the bride to the family to the guests! Congratulations, Annie and Ryan; it was such a pleasure to be apart of your special day!

Jenna & Lincoln's Engagement Session

This past weekend I had a great time at Kapiolani Park for another beautiful evening of shooting!  Jenna and Lincoln, you guys were so awesome; I love that you really let loose and enjoyed your shoot, and didn't even let getting doused by a wave slow down the fun!  I am so excited to shoot your wedding this coming fall.  Congratulations on your engagement!

Theresa + Jeff

This past Saturday, Theresa and Jeff were married at the Outrigger Reef Hotel, overlooking the beautiful Waikiki coastline, and surrounded by their family and friends.  A little rainstorm didn't slow this party down much, and made for some beautiful lighting!  The party continued into the night down at the Ala Moana Hotel with a stunning blue, purple and gold themed reception.  Congratulations, Theresa and Jeff, and thanks for having us be a part of your day!