Posts Tagged 'hawaii'

fields of green

a little slice of island paradise.

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fields of green

a little slice of island paradise.

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Donica Shouse x Salt Gypsy

So, I am OBSESSED with surf leggings, especially the ones Danielle Clayton / Salt Gypsy has been making … so when Donica Shouse got a pair, we had to test them in the water. ;) These comfy leggings have saved

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Donica Shouse x Salt Gypsy

So, I am OBSESSED with surf leggings, especially the ones Danielle Clayton / Salt Gypsy has been making … so when Donica Shouse got a pair, we had to test them in the water. ;) These comfy leggings have saved

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hey sea sister

a morning out with alyssa & madeline, some of the most talented swimmers ever.

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hey sea sister

a morning out with alyssa & madeline, some of the most talented swimmers ever.

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MARCH

This blog post is WAY overdue. Writing this in May, I don’t know what to say except the month of March was awesome. Below are some of my visual explorations of the month. Enjoy!

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MARCH

This blog post is WAY overdue. Writing this in May, I don’t know what to say except the month of March was awesome. Below are some of my visual explorations of the month. Enjoy!

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beneath the clouds

the water wasn’t as clear as we had hoped … but maybe that’s because the waves were a bit … massive.

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beneath the clouds

the water wasn’t as clear as we had hoped … but maybe that’s because the waves were a bit … massive.

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taken on a GoPro Hero3

I’ve been fortunate enough to have a GoPro Hero3 to test and take photos and video with the past few months and have had a blast incorporating it into my day to day activities, as I am out surfing or

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taken on a GoPro Hero3

I’ve been fortunate enough to have a GoPro Hero3 to test and take photos and video with the past few months and have had a blast incorporating it into my day to day activities, as I am out surfing or

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it’s tough being a kid in hawaii!

It’s mornings like these that I am reminded why I love photographing people in the water. Kids especially, because their stoke-factor and way they interact with the water and each other is so pure, genuine and … inspiring.

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it’s tough being a kid in hawaii!

It’s mornings like these that I am reminded why I love photographing people in the water. Kids especially, because their stoke-factor and way they interact with the water and each other is so pure, genuine and … inspiring.

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FEBRUARY

February was … fantastic.    Island exploring, island hopping, swimming with dolphins, and spending a lot of quality time in the water.

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FEBRUARY

February was … fantastic.    Island exploring, island hopping, swimming with dolphins, and spending a lot of quality time in the water.

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waipio valley

Waipio Valley, one of the most magical places on earth, and my favourite place on the Big Island.

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waipio valley

Waipio Valley, one of the most magical places on earth, and my favourite place on the Big Island.

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JANUARY

Here is an eclectic selection of images from my month of January… most of which was spent in the water, of course. A mix of GoPro and DSLR images from a few days spent in Kauai, Oahu, and the rest

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JANUARY

Here is an eclectic selection of images from my month of January… most of which was spent in the water, of course. A mix of GoPro and DSLR images from a few days spent in Kauai, Oahu, and the rest

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aloha friday

Out and about with Keawe, Gen, and Loa.

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aloha friday

Out and about with Keawe, Gen, and Loa.

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bowen | kona senior portrait photosession

Senior portrait photo session with Bowen. We lucked out with a stunning, vog-free sunset – rare for Kona!

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bowen | kona senior portrait photosession

Senior portrait photo session with Bowen. We lucked out with a stunning, vog-free sunset – rare for Kona!

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dipping into DECEMBER

I nearly forgot about Christmas because I was spending too much time in the water. Here are some 80+ highlights from this beautiful month.    

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dipping into DECEMBER

I nearly forgot about Christmas because I was spending too much time in the water. Here are some 80+ highlights from this beautiful month.    

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julia + wes | save the date photosession in holualoa, hawaii

An overcast, chilly winter morning up in Holualoa turned into a stunning day for a save the date, engagement photosession with Julia & Wes.        

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julia + wes | save the date photosession in holualoa, hawaii

An overcast, chilly winter morning up in Holualoa turned into a stunning day for a save the date, engagement photosession with Julia & Wes.        

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glassy as golden hour.

i locked my keys in my truck … and the hide-a-key as well. it was a perfect afternoon otherwise. :)

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glassy as golden hour.

i locked my keys in my truck … and the hide-a-key as well. it was a perfect afternoon otherwise. :)

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nina + jon | uw portrait photosession

a fun little underwater photosession off the kona coast with a stellar couple. seriously, so much fun! you should try it someday.  

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nina + jon | uw portrait photosession

a fun little underwater photosession off the kona coast with a stellar couple. seriously, so much fun! you should try it someday.  

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yoga on the water

fun with some of the odina girls on a flat water day in kona.

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yoga on the water

fun with some of the odina girls on a flat water day in kona.

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cindy | underwater + portrait photosession

I love people who love the ocean! (and who are comfortable in the water!) Cindy is one of these people – laid back, glowing, and willing to try anything – and I was happy to spend the morning on the

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cindy | underwater + portrait photosession

I love people who love the ocean! (and who are comfortable in the water!) Cindy is one of these people – laid back, glowing, and willing to try anything – and I was happy to spend the morning on the

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AUGUST

No surf in August but heaps of photos! Below are highlights and outtakes from various shoots, adventures, and projects I’ve been working on in August. Enjoy!

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AUGUST

No surf in August but heaps of photos! Below are highlights and outtakes from various shoots, adventures, and projects I’ve been working on in August. Enjoy!

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Hannah & Kyle | Sea Life Park, Oahu

Hannah and I connected a few years back over our love for acai bowls, Jesus, and surfing which soon was shared with Kyle, her “special friend” at the time. Now, my two favourite surf buddies are married and I was

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Hannah & Kyle | Sea Life Park, Oahu

Hannah and I connected a few years back over our love for acai bowls, Jesus, and surfing which soon was shared with Kyle, her “special friend” at the time. Now, my two favourite surf buddies are married and I was

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an afternoon with kimie

Met up with Kimie Miner, one of my favourite Big Island music artists, to do a quick UW shoot! Absolutely in love with her music!

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an afternoon with kimie

Met up with Kimie Miner, one of my favourite Big Island music artists, to do a quick UW shoot! Absolutely in love with her music!

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peter + meg

I was blessed to be a part of Peter & Meg’s “leap year” wedding at the Four Seasons Hualalai. I love simple weddings and it was SUCH a joy to spend time with them and their family!

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peter + meg

I was blessed to be a part of Peter & Meg’s “leap year” wedding at the Four Seasons Hualalai. I love simple weddings and it was SUCH a joy to spend time with them and their family!

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JANUARY

I wasn’t even supposed to be staying in Hawai’i this month, and I still can’t believe how this time last year, I was in Singapore and Bali, shooting photos and working on a short documentary. That experience gave me the

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JANUARY

I wasn’t even supposed to be staying in Hawai’i this month, and I still can’t believe how this time last year, I was in Singapore and Bali, shooting photos and working on a short documentary. That experience gave me the

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Kohanaiki

Hello sunshine! Fun UW session with Alison, Donica, & Abe. This past month I think I’ve forgotten how to take a “normal” land photo.

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Kohanaiki

Hello sunshine! Fun UW session with Alison, Donica, & Abe. This past month I think I’ve forgotten how to take a “normal” land photo.

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Kohanaiki

A cloudy, glassy morning in some dying swell.

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Kohanaiki

A cloudy, glassy morning in some dying swell.

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Kohanaiki

Sometimes 1 shot makes an entire session worth it.

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Kohanaiki

Sometimes 1 shot makes an entire session worth it.

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Two days at Lymans

Swell this past week has been great … and in the company of fun locals, it makes the whole experience heaps more fun.

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Two days at Lymans

Swell this past week has been great … and in the company of fun locals, it makes the whole experience heaps more fun.

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Banyans

Two mornings at Banyans with Kahanu Delovio, a 14-year old Kona girl who rips.

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Banyans

Two mornings at Banyans with Kahanu Delovio, a 14-year old Kona girl who rips.

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Waipio Valley

An early morning adventure down to Waipio Valley.  Wave size, glassy conditions and swell direction were a sweet, pre-sunrise surprise, but absolutely impractical to shoot in the water with the ripping currents and overhead, picture-perfect barrels breaking over 5ft of

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Waipio Valley

An early morning adventure down to Waipio Valley.  Wave size, glassy conditions and swell direction were a sweet, pre-sunrise surprise, but absolutely impractical to shoot in the water with the ripping currents and overhead, picture-perfect barrels breaking over 5ft of

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ASA

Morning photosession with Asa and her family.

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ASA

Morning photosession with Asa and her family.

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hannah & kyle

Two of my favourite people are finally engaged! I’ve been blessed to get to know and spend time with these two over the past 3 years and am excited for what’s in store for them!

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hannah & kyle

Two of my favourite people are finally engaged! I’ve been blessed to get to know and spend time with these two over the past 3 years and am excited for what’s in store for them!

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Sunkissed Creations

Photos for Jordans’ shell jewelry and some of Oli, her irresistibly cute son.

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Sunkissed Creations

Photos for Jordans’ shell jewelry and some of Oli, her irresistibly cute son.

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Namakaokaha’i Hawaii

Shoot for Nadia’s (already sold out) line of hand-made Hawai’i shell jewelry. When she re-stocks, you can check out her etsy, facebook, and website for new pieces.

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Namakaokaha’i Hawaii

Shoot for Nadia’s (already sold out) line of hand-made Hawai’i shell jewelry. When she re-stocks, you can check out her etsy, facebook, and website for new pieces.

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Banyans arvo

Sunset session at Banyans with Kahanu and some funny local kids.

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Banyans arvo

Sunset session at Banyans with Kahanu and some funny local kids.

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rachel | big island senior portraits

Rachel is one of the top swimmers in Hawai’i, winning age group and high school championships in distance events like the 500-yd freestyle and 1-mile. It was a pleasure to meet her and her mom out at Kukio for her

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rachel | big island senior portraits

Rachel is one of the top swimmers in Hawai’i, winning age group and high school championships in distance events like the 500-yd freestyle and 1-mile. It was a pleasure to meet her and her mom out at Kukio for her

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Banyans

A session with Kahanu Delovio at Banyans. She rips! I’m excited to continue to photograph her more over these next couple months I’m in Kona.

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Banyans

A session with Kahanu Delovio at Banyans. She rips! I’m excited to continue to photograph her more over these next couple months I’m in Kona.

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Tani

Photos for Tani, a gifted singer and musician, based out of Waikoloa.

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Tani

Photos for Tani, a gifted singer and musician, based out of Waikoloa.

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