There is nothing quite like falling in love with your soulmate. Most people spend a large chunk of their adult lives looking for their mate. While you may have to go through a few bad relationships, it will be worth it once you find the person you are meant to be with. Approximately 2.5 million weddings happen in the United States annually.  Announcing your engagement is the first step in the wedding planning process. Handling this announcement, the right way will require the help of a seasoned photographer. Taking engagement photos is essential when trying to freeze this special moment in ..read more

If you’re on vacation in stunning Oahu, Hawaii, why not take time out of your busy schedule to do a family photo shoot? It’s a great idea, because you’ll have these documentations of your memories to last the rest of your lives. You can give them to the world through Facebook, Twitter, your own private blog, etc. And you can get excellent photography service from a shop that’s based on modern family portrait philosophy, not your grandfather’s stuffy old studio practices. Meet Nicole Nicole has been doing quality creative island photography for a long time. But aside from basic experti ..read more

Finding that special someone and settling down is something you have probably dreamed about for a long time. Each year, over 2 million couples get married in the United States. Once you have popped the question to your soulmate, finding ways to document this momentous occasion is vital. One of the best ways to capture the joy and excitement of getting engaged is by having photos taken. Most couples use the engagement photos they take in their wedding invitations. This not only makes the invitations more personalized, it can also help people who may not get a chance to attend the wedding se ..read more

Are you planning to have your child or children photographed? Have you hired a photographer, selected the perfect outfit, and have everything ready to go? While all that planning is great, there’s one thing to remember – kids are unpredictable. If you don’t prepare your child for the upcoming experience, you may find the entire shoot stressful. The good news is, there are some tips you can use to ensure your photo shoot is fun and successful. Keep reading to learn what those tips are. Choose Comfortable Clothing If your child absolutely hates what you have selected for them to wear ..read more

This little girl knew what she wanted. With her eyes on the prize and a look of determination, she dove into that beautiful pink and purple cake. It was like she had been waiting her entire 12-month life for this moment. I couldn’t help but chuckle as this sweet little girl took one tasty bite after another. I haven’t captured a child who dove right into the cake with such eagerness for a few weeks. She literally took the cake! What a cutie. Tutu’s, Pearls, and a Sweet Little Girl Holly’s mom wanted some color without going to heavy on the props, so we kept the backdrop simple with white beadb ..read more

I had both a one-year-old session and Ella’s sweet two-year session this week, and WOW what difference a year makes! Kiddos grow so very fast in their first five years. No wonder their parents want to capture every minute of it! A Piggy-Tail Princess I love when kids hit that two-year mark and are ready to graduate from studio portraits to outdoor sessions! Random fields like this are my favorite to shoot in. The little-known ones are the best because we don’t have to work around a crowd and people haven’t trampled down the golden blades of grass. The sun was perfect giving us just the right ..read more

There truly is nothing stronger or more beautiful than the love of a parent. Sometimes I hear older generations comment about how over-the-top the younger generations are with their kids, doing gender reveals, cake smashes and birthday photo shoots, but my guess is that they felt the same way as young parents—if given the chance, they probably would’ve gone all out with these recent trends and celebrations, too. I think it’s impossible for a parent to try to contain the joy that their kids bring them. I always love seeing new parents come into my studio with sleepy eyes but unfading smiles. No ..read more

Seasonal television commercials always start showing just a little bit before the actual season. I know this drives some people crazy, but I always get so excited when I see the summer commercials—families grilling on the back patio, kids running carefree in the backyard, hammocks with cold drinks, outdoor picnics and plenty of swimming. So nostalgic. We live for this easygoing, memory-making time of year when everything slows down just a little bit so we can spend more family time together. Sweet Summer Memories What a gorgeous afternoon we had at Moanalua Gardens with the Luciano kids! Mom h ..read more

Have you ever been out a restaurant or walking in the park when a certain couple caught your eye? You couldn’t look away because there was just something about them—full of life and love—that made you smile. I’m an observer and a people watcher. Maybe that comes with the photography territory (I’m always looking to capture those sweet moments in life). But if I had just been out and about, I know that these two beautiful ladies would’ve caught my eye, and I might have even asked them to do a shoot with me. Their happiness was that intriguing. Afarin & Nadine’s Beach Session They say that e ..read more

Baby laelia was such a joy to photograph for her one year & cake smash photos. First, we took some portraits of her before things got messy. Her little red dress and her smile just lit up the room! She was happy as could be smiling for the camera in her own little photo shoot—she grinned up at us as if to say, “I am a big girl now!” I couldn’t get over how poised and polite she was during the session! What a sweetie. A Tutu Fit for a Princess This was one of the cutest cake smashes that I have witnessed. When it came time for her cake smash, her pink tutu coordinated perfectly with the pin ..read more