Posts Tagged 'kona'

APRIL

Great waves around town, pond exploring, a few water shots at Banyans, portraits, and two weddings.

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APRIL

Great waves around town, pond exploring, a few water shots at Banyans, portraits, and two weddings.

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MAY: GoPro Edition

All of these were taken on a GoPro Hero3 (+ basic colour correction). You can check out my write-up about what settings I use on the GoPro + more photos, here: ttp://blog.vivantvie.com/2013/03/21/review-goprohero3/

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MAY: GoPro Edition

All of these were taken on a GoPro Hero3 (+ basic colour correction). You can check out my write-up about what settings I use on the GoPro + more photos, here: ttp://blog.vivantvie.com/2013/03/21/review-goprohero3/

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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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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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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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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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hey there, NOVEMBER

finally back home after the past few months of travelling through australia, the grand canyon, and california. surfing once, if not twice a day was the prescription after such a length of time away from my favourite warm hawaiian water.

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hey there, NOVEMBER

finally back home after the past few months of travelling through australia, the grand canyon, and california. surfing once, if not twice a day was the prescription after such a length of time away from my favourite warm hawaiian water.

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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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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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JULY

So thankful to be back home in Hawai’i for two months! Below are heaps of photos, (highlights and outtakes) of different photosessions, adventures, and projects I’ve been doing in July. Enjoy!

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JULY

So thankful to be back home in Hawai’i for two months! Below are heaps of photos, (highlights and outtakes) of different photosessions, adventures, and projects I’ve been doing in July. Enjoy!

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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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ASA

Morning photosession with Asa and her family.

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ASA

Morning photosession with Asa and her family.

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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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danamermaid

Early morning dolphin fun with the lovely danamermaid.

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danamermaid

Early morning dolphin fun with the lovely danamermaid.

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JC Island Fevah

A few photos for Jeff’s upcoming album + fun ones. Check out his music page here! or just head down to Huggos on the Rocks, Friday afternoons.

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JC Island Fevah

A few photos for Jeff’s upcoming album + fun ones. Check out his music page here! or just head down to Huggos on the Rocks, Friday afternoons.

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1/2 mile peaman

One of the monthly peaman ocean races down at the kona pier!

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1/2 mile peaman

One of the monthly peaman ocean races down at the kona pier!

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kua baybay

uw fun with tina, jenna, & ashley

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kua baybay

uw fun with tina, jenna, & ashley

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kelsey

photos with kelsey & some clothing she’s designed at SCAD. check out her bikinis for sale!

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kelsey

photos with kelsey & some clothing she’s designed at SCAD. check out her bikinis for sale!

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summer south

huge south swell hit Kona this weekend. keahi parker @ honls check out more here: http://www.vivantvie.com/Hawaii/KONA-South-Swell/

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summer south

huge south swell hit Kona this weekend. keahi parker @ honls check out more here: http://www.vivantvie.com/Hawaii/KONA-South-Swell/

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fun around the pier

with the hypr kids, alyssa, ky & madeline

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fun around the pier

with the hypr kids, alyssa, ky & madeline

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