Daniel's Senior Session

Yesterday I got to hang out with this cool guy down at Kailua Beach Park for a his senior portrait session.  Daniel is graduating this May, so it is time to document the momentous occasion!  Congratulations Daniel; I wish you all the best in this next exciting chapter of life!

Kristen + Ty

We had a blast shooting Kristen and Ty's gorgeous beachside wedding at Lanikuhonua, and had fun partying it up with them into the night!  These guys know how to have a good time, and every little detail was thought out and added to the festive occasion.  Congratulations guys, and thanks for having us be a part of your special day!

Allyce & Greg's Engagement Session

I had so much fun with these two lovebirds at the Halona Cove this past week.  Allyce and Greg will be getting married later this year, and I will have the privilege of being there to shoot their big day, so this was a perfect warm-up for the real deal. :)  They totally rocked this session, don't you think?  Thanks guys, for a great evening, and enjoy!

The Pinzon Family

I loved hanging out with some old friends that were visiting Hawaii this past week for a photo session, Stephanie and Jose, and their sweet little girl.  We got to explore Halona Cove, aka "Eternity Beach" and were amazed by the beauty of the waves and lava rock formations.  Thanks guys, for a fun afternoon, can please, can you guys move back to Hawaii soon?? :)

Nicole + Kaui

Nicole and Kaui were married in a lush tropical Garden at the Hale Koa Estate in Hau'ula, and it was so beautiful!  This couple was just so in love, and I know they enjoyed every moment of their intimate wedding.  Congratulations Nicole and Kaui!

Brandi + Brian

It was a gorgeous day at Angel Bay in Waimanalo, and Brandi, Brian and I had a fabulous time shooting a fun wedding dress session by the surf.  This adorable couple just tied the knot on the mainland, and are honeymooning in Hawaii… it was the perfect opportunity to bust out the wedding dress again and get some great beach shots!  Congratulations you two, and thanks for the fun afternoon in the sand!

The Ikemiyagi Family

I had so much fun hanging out with this wonderful extended family at Lanikai beach for a fun photo session!  These cute cousins had me on the move to catch their expressions, and we all had a great time playing in the sand.  Thanks guys for a great session!

Victoria turns ONE!

I was so happy to spend the afternoon at Lanikai beach with these two lovely ladies, Barbara and Victoria!  Barbara has been a long time friend that moved away from Hawaii a few years ago, and it was so much fun to reconnect and meet her beautiful little girl for the first time.  Victoria just turned one, so it was the perfect excuse to go take some portraits on the beach.  Love you girls, and happy first birthday beautiful baby girl!

Carmen + Kurt

Carmen and Kurt had a beautiful and intimate beach ceremony on the North Shore, and I had the privilege of joining them to document their special day.  The evening light was so dreamy and made for the perfect backdrop.  Congratulations guys!

Jackie + Mustapha

This sweet couple and I got to meet up at the beautiful Male'ana Gardens in Kailua where they were staying while vacationing, and do a fun portrait session.  They were so cute together, and you can just tell that they were relaxed and having a blast on their vacation!  We also got to head over to Lanikai beach to capture the essence of Hawaii at the beach.  Enjoy these memories guys!

Stefanie + Roger

This couple has come to hold a special place in my heart, as I have followed them with photography through their maternity session (see here), their son's newborn photos (see here), and now their wedding ceremony on Secret Island at Moli'i Gardens.  It was a perfectly cool evening as this couple proclaimed their love and commitment to each other in front of their closest family and friends.  As you can see in their photos, their love for each other and their growing family is so deep!  Congratulations Stefanie and Buck!

The Landry Family

Colors, colors, colors!  The Landry family and I got to spend a beautiful afternoon at Waimanalo beach, and were blown away by the bright vibrant colors!  I had the privilege of taking their maternity photos a few months ago (view here), so it was so great to be able to reconnect with them, and meet their darling baby girl, Marlina, before their move next month.  The islands will miss you guys as you begin this next adventure in life on the mainland.  A hui hou!

The Genelly Family

I had an opportunity to meet up with the Genelly family while they were on vacation here on Oahu, celebrating their 20 wedding anniversary, and take some family photos.  We got to explore Ko'olina Beach, and enjoy an amazing sunset!  Thanks guys, for having me document this special time for your family, and congratulations on the 20 year milestone!

Nicole + Sean

This past weekend Jerome and I got to shoot the intimate wedding of Nicole and Sean "down by the bay" at the Kaneohe Yacht Club!  We started our day at Waimanalo's Angel Bay, and were blown away by the gorgeous colors of the beach… so vibrant!  Then we headed to the Yacht Club, and took some amazing shots by the tranquil bay.  Next Nicole and Sean were able to tie the knot overlooking the harbor and the sunset.  It was a memorable day!  Congratulations guys, and thank you for having us be a part of your special day!

The Mathews Family

The Mathews family visited Oahu this month with their extended family, and I and the privilege of meeting up with them on the North Shore for a family photo session.  We explored the beach at Malaekahana, and it was amazingly beautiful!  Thanks guys, for a fun afternoon, and having me be a small part of your vacation!

Mindy & Scott's engagment session

I love shooting at the North Shore for so many reasons; it is just so raw and fresh and beautiful.  Mindy, Scott and I had a great time shooting their engagement session and enjoying the sunset on this balmy Hawaiian evening last week.  They are so in love, and I am so stoked to be able to shoot their wedding next year.  Thanks guys for the fun evening, and congratulations!

Katie + Jose

This past week, Katie and Jose were married in a beautiful and private ceremony on the beach at Ko'olina, surrounded by just their parents, who were as happy and as proud as can be!  The sunset was spectacular that evening, and was a perfect ending to their special day.  Congratulations Katie and Jose, and thank you for having me be a small part of your big day!

Stefanie and Roger's maternity session!

This week I got to hang out with Stefanie and Roger at the Halona Blowhole Cove for a gorgeous afternoon of shooting!  They are expecting their first baby next month, and Stefanie is beautiful in all her mama-to-be glory!  I am so excited for you guys as you start this adventure called parenthood!

Kirsten + Jonathan

Kirsten and Jonathan had a destination wedding here in Hawaii, and were married at a beautiful and secluded beach at Ko'olina, surrounded by their closest family and friends.  They had such a touching ceremony that honored their beautiful children as well, and celebrated the coming together of their new family.  Congratulations guys, and thank you for having us be apart of your special day.

Cassandra's Maternity Session

This past weekend I got to hang out with the Aquino family at Ko'olina Beach for a fun maternity session.  Cassandra is just glowing with excitement, and you can tell her family is too.  Congratulations guys; I can't wait to meet baby girl at her newborn session soon!