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2012-01-01T12:00:00.000-08:00

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2011-12-18T00:00:00.000-08:00

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Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!

Bill Stockwell daughter's wedding day

2011-12-04T12:00:00.000-08:00

Over the years, Bill Stockwell's family has honored me in so many ways. But today, I had the privilege of photographing his daughter's wedding!

Congratulations Jamie and Jay! Thank you for sharing your celebration with me!

Tanya+Lundy

2011-11-15T12:00:00.000-08:00

Congratulations Tanya and Lundy! Thank you for including me in your special day.

Teresa+Victor

2011-10-27T12:00:00.000-07:00

Enjoy this slideshow...."Let's Stay Together".

Congratulations Teresa and Victor! Thank you for including me in your celebration. Another beautiful event by Kelly Miller of A Perfect Paradise Wedding.

DISQUALIFIED?

2011-10-23T12:00:00.000-07:00

Officials of the XTERRA World Championship disqualified me...obviously, due to my unfair advantage. :]

Gallery Wrap Canvas

2011-10-20T00:00:00.000-07:00

Vy and Jimmy asked me to create something special for their home.

Would you like help with your special photos?

Meagan+Alastair

2011-10-19T00:00:00.000-07:00

Over looking Turtle Town, Kuhahiko Estate was the setting for this beautiful wedding coordinated by Laurie Terry of Makena Weddings & Event Planning.

Simply put, Reverend Alapaki embodies the true Aloha Spirit.

Congratulations Meagan and Alastair! Thank you for including me in your special day.

XTERRA Worlds Triathlon

2011-10-18T12:00:00.000-07:00

This morning, I just started my training....

I am excited that Lance Armstrong will be competing in the XTERRA Worlds Triathlon held in Kapalua this Sunday.

If I don't qualify for the race, Kainani and I will cheer on Lance and the local Maui competitors instead.

That "Vintage" Look

2011-10-17T12:00:00.000-07:00

Vintage [vin-tij] A word that is mainly associated with wine. It can also refer to things that are old, yet kind of cool.

The processing of digital images is the other half of good photography. I shoot in Camera RAW and in Photoshop, this gives me the flexibility to develop many different "looks".

Used in moderation, the vintage look, can be an added spice to the bride and groom's story.

Kainani's First "Wipe Out"

2011-10-14T12:00:00.000-07:00

Charlene+Ryan

2011-10-10T12:00:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Charlene and Ryan! Thank you for sharing your party with me.

Sherra+William

2011-09-27T00:00:00.000-07:00

Game on! I love it when the couple can have fun on their wedding day and just be themselves.

Congratulations Sherra and William! Thank you for including me in the "fun"!

Christen+Chris

2011-09-23T12:00:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Christen and Chris! Thank you for including me in your celebration.

Yuki+Shinichi

2011-09-22T16:12:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Yuki and Shinichi! Thank you for sharing your celebration with me. :]

Mika+Robert

2011-09-20T13:52:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Mika and Robert! Thanks for sharing your special day with me!

Angela+Ryan

2011-09-18T00:00:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Angela and Ryan! Thank you for sharing your celebration with me. :]

Aya+Mann

2011-09-12T16:40:00.000-07:00

Self-portrait of a wedding photographer.

Thank you Aya and Mann for including me in your celebration......I love my job!!!

Sonya+Tarek

2011-08-03T12:00:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Sonya and Tarek! Thank you for sharing your special day with me.

Amanda+Kyle

2011-07-23T12:00:00.000-07:00

I can't believe it's the end of July already....the Summer is racing by!

Congratulations Amanda and Kyle! Thank you for including me in your celebration.

Avery+Chad

2011-06-28T00:00:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Avery and Chad! Thank you for including me in your celebration. Check out their slideshow at my Facebook Page.

Juliet+Jacob

2011-06-13T16:11:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Juliet and Jacob! Thank you for sharing your celebration with me!

Kristin+Blake

2011-06-08T12:00:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Kristin and Blake! Thank you for including me in your celebration.

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2011-05-22T12:00:00.000-07:00

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Melissa+Matt

2011-05-06T12:00:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Melissa and Matt! Thank you for sharing your celebration with me.

Art School...here she comes!

2011-05-02T15:35:00.000-07:00

Up 'till now, it's been just scribbling. But, this is a Master Piece!

Her first portrait and it's of her dad......so proud!

Unhi+Andrew+Kirtis

2011-04-25T16:27:00.000-07:00

Who knew that a chance meeting at a coffee shop would end up becoming a family.

I love the view from my "studio"! The amazing White Orchid Beach House in Makena was the setting for this intimate celebration.

Congratulation Unhi, Andrew and Kirtis!

The Lane - Marla+Gary

2011-04-19T00:00:00.000-07:00

Hey check it out people!

Marla and Gary's vintage-inspired wedding is featured on The Lane.

Samantha+Jeff

2011-04-18T00:00:00.000-07:00

With all the vibrant colors in Hawaii........Black and White?

Really?

I shoot in color, but sometimes I feel it distracts from the emotion of the photograph.

Congratulations Samantha and Jeff!

Kimberley+Chris

2011-04-13T16:18:00.000-07:00

It just doesn't get any better than this...SPONTANEOUS. FUN. REAL.

Congratulations Kimberley and Chris!

Wow! It's 7 YEARS already?

2011-04-09T00:00:00.000-07:00

It was 7 years ago today Kimi and I got hitch'd....Today, pony rides with our daughter, Kainani.

Life is GREAT!

Tara+Dat

2011-04-07T15:39:00.000-07:00

The exquisite Kukahiko Estate in Makena was the setting for Tara and Dat's intimate celebration.

This personalized event was coordinated by Kelly Miller with A Perfect Paradise Wedding.

Congratulations Tara and Dat!

Jody+John=Family

2011-03-23T16:18:00.000-07:00

There is something perfect about a simple ceremony...with your toes in the sand.

Congratulations! Today is a big day for your mommy and daddy.

High Surf Warning + Trade Winds 15-25mph

2011-03-22T01:31:00.000-07:00

As a water enthusiast....These are the words that get me fired up!

Epic conditions like this only happen a few times a year.

Thank you Brad for snapping a couple shots of me riding.

Water Development

2011-03-08T12:00:00.000-08:00

We are happy to report that Kainani has been progressing wonderfully with her "water development". She has no trouble holding her breath and dipping her head under water AND she took her first solo swimming strokes. We are so proud of her!!!! Speaking of proud....Mommy Kimi does a pretty nice job behind the lens. Thank you Kimi for these beautiful images.

Caron+Kevin

2011-02-14T11:34:00.000-08:00

Four years to the day of their chance meeting at the Kahului Airport on Maui, Caron and Kevin are married at the Olowalu Plantation House.

As always, Laurie Terry of Makena Weddings and Event Planning, did a fantastic job with all the details.

Congratulations Caron and Kevin and happy anniversary! Thank you for sharing your celebration with me.

That's My Girl

2011-02-14T00:00:00.000-08:00

Everyone know that our daughter is a "Princess"....

The radio was on in the car and Kainani had a diva moment the other day.

"Daddy, stop dancing like a Robot. Dance like a Prince!"

Petra+Tom

2011-02-07T13:46:00.000-08:00

Petra's "BridesMen" made sure she looked fabulous...

Congratulations Petra and Tom! Thanks for including Bill and I in your celebration.

Megan+Bob

2011-01-26T12:00:00.000-08:00

Congratulations Megan and Bob!

OMG.....How does the saying go? "Love is blind?" Thank you both for all the laughs!

Niki + Bryan

2011-01-24T00:20:00.000-08:00

Congratulations Niki and Bryan! Thank you for including me in your celebration.

Haleakala has SNOW!

2011-01-19T12:00:00.000-08:00

This was the view this morning. A very rare sight.....Snow on Haleakala! You gotta LOVE MAUI!

Welcome 2011

2010-12-31T12:00:00.000-08:00

2011 will bring happiness, joy, and love. Cheers!

Kainani's 3rd Birthday

2010-12-22T00:00:00.000-08:00

Happy Birthday Kainani! Thank you everyone, for celebrating with us. We ALL had a wonderful time.....I just can't believe I missed seeing Mickey when he "stopped in" for a quick visit! ;)

Randi+Anthony

2010-12-21T12:00:00.000-08:00

Congratulations Randi and Anthony! Thank you for including me in your celebration.

Stephanie+Jason

2010-12-06T00:00:00.000-08:00

The White Orchid Beach House is one of my favorite wedding venues. So, I was super excited to have the opportunity to photograph the owner's son's wedding there.

The conch shell announces the arrival of Stephanie and her parents. Reverend Pia Aluli then opens the ceremony with a beautiful Hawaiian chant.

Kimi and I were blessed to have Pia perform our wedding 6 years ago. I always enjoy working with him. He is a true professional! PIA YOU ROCK! But more importantly, we are honored to call you our friend.

Congratulations Stephanie and Jason! Thank you for sharing your day and your "Backyard" with me. Aloha :)

Dani+T.J.

2010-11-24T00:00:00.000-08:00

I am thankful for so many wonderful things in my life. One example is the amazing couples I have the opportunity to photograph.

I am proud to feature Dani and T.J. as my official 100th wedding blog post.

Congratulations Dani and T.J.! Thank you for sharing your celebration with me.

Kainani's First School Photo

2010-11-12T12:00:00.000-08:00

This week Kimi and I had the monumental task of picking poses and print packages from Kainani's first school photo. OMG! Is that our daughter with that unbelievable smile?! Everyone in her class looks just as cute! Seriously, who gets the kids to pose like that? Kimi and I loved them all and could not decide, so we bought the biggest package that includes everything. Thank you Teddy Bear Portraits for your amazing photos.

And, if you were wondering.... Yes, this is normal around the house "playwear" for Princess Kainani.

Samantha+Matthew

2010-11-11T12:00:00.000-08:00

As an underwear model, Matthew was very comfortable.... After all my years shooting weddings, I never ever say I have seen it all!!!! :-)

Congratulations Samantha and Matthew! Thank you for including me in your celebration.

Bethany+Ben

2010-11-02T12:00:00.000-07:00

Gannon's restaurant in Wailea was the venue for this intimate celebration. Wedding design coordinator, Lena Sebag of Belle Destination Weddings and Events, as always, did a fabulous job of organizing all the details.

Congratulations Bethany and Ben! Thank you for including me on your day.

SaeLa+Chad

2010-10-22T12:00:00.000-07:00

I am so lucky.....I always work with the most amazing couples!

SaeLa and Chad your love for one another was so inspiring. Thank you for choosing me to photograph your wedding.

Congratulations SaeLa and Chad!

Maui County Fair 2010

2010-10-14T00:00:00.000-07:00

For any two and a half year old there is nothing more exciting than the county fair, and our daughter is no exception. But for me, being Kainani's dad is the best ride of all!

Marla+Gary

2010-10-10T12:00:00.000-07:00

I am so honered that my friends Marla and Gary asked me to photograph their wedding.

What a special place....6 years ago Kimi and I exchanged our wedding vows here at the Haiku Mill.

Congratuluations Marla and Gary! Thank you for sharing your celebration with me.

Krissy+Eric

2010-10-06T00:00:00.000-07:00

Engaged in Hana, married in Wailea and honeymooned in Tahiti. Krissy and Eric have done it in style!

Congratulations Krissy and Eric! Thank you for including me in your celebration.

Melissa+Neil

2010-10-03T00:00:00.000-07:00

Lucky to live Hawaii. One of the many things I LOVE about calling Hawaii my home is the people and friendships I have made. Unique to Hawaii, we honor our elders by calling them either "Auntie" or "Uncle". And, if you're really close to someone, but not related to them, you may call them hanai (foster or adopted).

Melissa's hanai auntie and uncle, Laurie and Reverend Al Terry of Makena Weddings, coordinated and preformed this special event.

Congratulation Melissa and Neil! And thank you, Laurie and Reverend Al for including me in your hanai family celebration!

Veronika+Brad

2010-09-13T00:00:00.000-07:00

I can't believe it's September already.....What a wonderful busy summer of weddings I have had....I LOVE MY COUPLES!

Veronika and Brad have come a long way from their "official" first date at the American Idol season finale three years ago. Jordan Sparks may have won that night, but today, Brad you win!

In all of my years of documenting weddings, Veronika and Brad's first dance performance will go down as one of the best. The mix of Ray LaMontagne and Usher was insane!

Congratulations Veronika and Brad! You guys Rock and thanks for sharing the party with me!

Andria+Alan

2010-08-24T09:38:00.000-07:00

Now this is what I call an anniversary party! As Andria and Alan enjoy the first day as husband and wife, her parents celebrate 35 years of marriage.

Congratulations Andria and Alan! Thank you so much for including me in your celebration.

Danielle+Michael

2010-08-16T00:00:00.000-07:00

Photos On Maui? No, photos on Lana'i. :)

Often I travel to outer islands for weddings. I had the pleasure of going to the island of Lana'i over the weekend to photograph Danielle and Michael's event at the Four Seasons Manele Bay.

Congratulations Danielle and Michael! Thanks for including me in your celebration.

Susan+Gino

2010-08-13T00:00:00.000-07:00

You may now kiss the bride....Susan and Gino's "child", Sidney, stole the show with wet kisses!

Congratulations Susan, Gino and Sidney! Thanks for including me in your celebration.

Jessica+Brandon

2010-08-10T00:00:00.000-07:00

I must have been a fish in a past life. I Love the OCEAN. Sometimes, I think I have gills instead of lungs. As some of you already know, I even named my daughter, Kainani. Which in the Hawaiian language means Beautiful Ocean.

So when my brides and grooms want to "trash the dress", I am always excited and feel right at home!

To answer a common question about a photo session like this........they are always shot a day or two after the wedding day.

Congratulations Jessica and Brandon! Thank you for sharing the ocean and your celebration with me. :)

Carly+Robbie

2010-08-06T12:00:00.000-07:00

Carly and Robbie released butterflies at the conclusion of their ceremony on the beautiful Four Seasons Resort Ocean Front Lawn.

Country Bouquets did an amazing job with the reception and ceremony florals.

Congratulations Carly and Robbie! Thank you for sharing your celebration with me. :-)

Liza+Jeremy

2010-08-02T00:00:00.000-07:00

I am blessed to have the best job in the world! I get to call this....my office. Here is Liza and Jeremy dancing to Crazy Love by Van Morrison, at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort.

Congratulations Liza and Jeremy! Thank you for sharing your celebration with me.

Candace+Rick

2010-07-31T12:00:00.000-07:00

It was a lot of fun photographing Candace and Rick's celebration. When I met the couple a few days prior to the big event, I was impressed with the special chemistry the two had for each other....and there was no lack of that energy on their wedding day!

DJ Dan Viola dropped the hits all night long at the ocean front Villa Lawn of The Royal Lahaina Resort.

Congratulations Candace and Rick! Thank you for sharing your celebration with me.

Astrid+Daniel

2010-07-28T00:00:00.000-07:00

After the ceremony at Gannon's, we made a stop at one of my favorite secret beaches for some more relaxed portraits.

Congratulations Astrid and Daniel! Thank you for including me in your celebration.

Lauren+Kyle

2010-07-20T12:00:00.000-07:00

Being a dad, I have a special appreciation for the love between a father and daughter. I love this moment when Lauren's dad see her, for the first time, in her wedding dress.

In the elevator on the way to the ceremony, the girls all burst out in song.

Bill Stockwell and I both had the pleasure of photographing this beautiful event at the fabulous Four Seasons Resort Maui in Wailea.

Kyle proposed to Lauren at this very spot almost a year ago.

Congratulations Lauren and Kyle! Thank you for including Bill and I on your special day. :-)

Tracy+Elliot

2010-06-30T11:40:00.000-07:00

It's such a compliment to be asked by a peer to photograph their wedding. Photographer Tracy Kraft, and film maker Elliot Leboe, honored me by choosing me to document their celebration.

Bailey had the very important job as ring bearer.

Lena Sebag of Belle Destination Weddings & Events was on site to coordinate the festivities as Hawaii Video Memories streamed a live webcast for those who could not attend.

A who's who of photographers, designers and professional athletes of Maui North Shore assembled for this special occasion.

Congratulation Tracy, Elliot and Bailey! Thank you for including me on your big day.

Kainani is a Flower Girl

2010-06-27T16:22:00.000-07:00

Kainani was a flower at her uncle Greg's Indian theme wedding.

but moments before she walked down the aisle......this is how she really felt about the whole thing. :(

self portrait

Congratulations Avani and Brother Greg! I love you both and welcome to the family Avani.

Shari+Ryan

2010-06-18T00:00:00.000-07:00

Happy Father's Day Ryan! I can't think of a better way to celebrate 10 years of marriage than to share a beautiful vow renewal with your girls.

Laurie from Makena Weddings planned this perfect little ceremony for the family.

Congratulations Shari, Ryan, Isabelle and Olivia! Thank you for sharing your celebration with me.

Meg+Evan

2010-06-16T00:00:00.000-07:00

Jane Park of Belle Destination Weddings, planned this amazing event at the beautiful Olowalu Plantation House.

During the recessional, the sword-bearers stopped Meg and Evan from walking out until they kissed.

Congratulations Meg and Evan! Thank you for including me in your celebration.

Lauren+Eric

2010-06-12T00:00:00.000-07:00

Lauren and Eric's wedding was perfect!

The Rainbow was like icing on the cake.

Congratulations Lauren and Eric! Thanks for including me in your celebration.

Paula + Wesley

2010-06-07T00:00:00.000-07:00

Unexpectedly, the ceremony was put on "hold" as Paula and Wesley battled a fierce game of Rocks Paper Scissors to decide who would say their vows first. Wesley lost.

but really in the end....they both WON!

Congratulations Paula and Wesley! Thank you for including me in your celebration.

Heidi+Tony

2010-06-02T00:00:00.000-07:00

SPONTANEOUS | FUN | REAL

Those are the words that I like best to describe my photography.

Congratulations Heidi and Tony! Thank you for including me in your celebration.

Rachael+Josh

2010-05-14T12:00:00.000-07:00

I was so honored when Rachael told me that she followed my blog AND asked me to photograph her wedding day. :)

I have said it before but.....I really love my job!

Congratulation Rachael and Josh! Thank you for sharing your celebration with me.

Elisabeth+Eric

2010-04-24T00:00:00.000-07:00

He has an eye for design and she is a numbers girl.

As the saying goes....opposites attract.

When love is the common denominator, anything is possible.

Just as every person is different, so is each wedding.

I love photographing the uniqueness of each of the events I am priviledged to be invited to.

Congratulations Elisabeth and Eric! Thank you for sharing your celebration with me! :)

Daddy's Boo Boo

2010-04-07T23:19:00.000-07:00

Six years ago this week, my bride placed a ring on my finger and said she would be mine forever. Today, my daughter calls the callous on my hand from my ring "Daddy's Boo Boo". I love my girls! Sometimes it's a little moment like this that makes you realize how lucky and blessed you are.

Ella and Craig

2010-04-01T13:15:00.000-07:00

It must be an "artistic thing". Each time I pick up the camera I feel like my photography improves and I capture my new favorite image. It is my evolution in this craft which keeps it so inspiring to me.

Congratulations Ella and Craig! Thanks you for including me in your celebration.

Mardell+Sean

2010-03-25T00:00:00.000-07:00

Spontaneous, fun, and real....this is how I like my couples and my photography.

Thank you Mardell and Sean for "Keeping It Real". Congratulations and High Five!

Lesley + Mauricio

2010-03-20T12:00:00.000-07:00

Simular to Kimi and I, Lesley & Mauricio chose to see each other prior to the ceremony. What a great way to shake the nerves (with your best friend by your side) before greeting the guests.

Thank you for sharing your celebration with me. Cheers! :)

Lisa + Ben

2010-03-18T12:00:00.000-07:00

For over ten years, people have asked if I get bored of "doing weddings". The answer is "NEVER!" Every wedding is as different as the couple I photograph. My passion is to bring out the true personalities and tell the couple's unique story. It's always in the details...

Congratulations Lisa and Ben! I am honored that you chose me to document your celebration. Thank you! :)

Valerie + Michael

2010-03-10T11:00:00.000-08:00

I had the pleasure of shooting Valerie and Michael's engagement photos on their last trip to Maui in August. The wedding day was like seeing old friends again.

Congratulations Valerie and Michael! Thank you for including me on your special day.

Sandra + Adam

2010-03-03T12:02:00.000-08:00

Sandra and Adam are the coolest! When they said that they were up for an adventure they meant it......

Congratulations Sandra and Adam. Thank you both for sharing your adventures with me!

Another Amazing Maui Sunset

2010-02-27T12:00:00.000-08:00

What a day for Hawaii. Wheeewwww :)
We are all glad the High Tsunami Warning is behind us!

Anyone want to join me for a Stand Up Surfboard session in the morning?

Eye of the Tiger

2010-02-24T12:00:00.000-08:00

Here's to a happy, healthy and prosperous new year. Kainani and I wish you all a Happy Year of the Tiger!

Paula + David = Sophie

2010-02-10T00:00:00.000-08:00

Congratulations Paula, David and Sophie! You all make a beautiful family! Thank you for including me on your special day.

Sarah + Chris

2010-02-08T12:00:00.000-08:00

The Royal Lahaina Resort was the stage for Sarah and Chris' perfect day.

Congratulations Sarah and Chris! Thank your for including me in your celebration.

Ella and Jesch

2010-01-31T00:00:00.000-08:00

JR and EF met through a "set-up" by a mutual friend and today is "Their Day".

White Orchid Wedding's, Linda Santos, coordinated the wedding and the world watched as Hawaii Video Memories broadcasted live.

Congratulations Ella and Jesch! Thank you for sharing your day with me.

Ryssa and Lono

2010-01-10T00:00:00.000-08:00

For me, it's always such an honor to be chosen to document the beginning of a couple's life together.....and it's even more exciting when I am asked by a colleague to shoot her wedding.

Tropical Maui Weddings coordinated the event at the scenic Olowalu Plantation Estate.

Ryssa claims that she is more comfortable behind the lens, however, today she "rocked it out"!

Along with Ryssa, the talented Brendan Reiss of Hawaii Video Memories captured the energy and emotions of the day.

Ryssa and Lono, remember, this is just the Beginning....

Carla and Anthony

2010-01-03T12:00:00.000-08:00

What a way to start another year!

I am so fortunate to be able to photograph weddings for a living. As the saying goes, do what you love and you will not work a day in your life.

Carla honored her parents my choosing their wedding anniversary as the day to celebrate her own.

A talented and professional group of artists (Kristina Harpe, Michelle Younger, Asa Flowers, Hawaii Video Memories, DJ Dan, and Envisions Entertainment) created the couple's wedding vision.

Happy 28th wedding anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Pedreiro!

Congratulations Carla and Anthony! Thank you for sharing your special day with me. :)

Seyie and Stephen

2009-12-24T00:00:00.000-08:00

As an accomplished interior designer in LA, Seyie added her special touch to the event.

Asa Flowers provided the florals to compliment the wedding.

Seyie and Stephen spoke their vows at the Lahaina Methodist Church with Pastor Laki Ka'ahumanu overseeing the ceremony.

off to the beach....

The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua's Anuenue Room was the venue for their reception.

Congratulation Seyie and Stephen. Thank you for including me on your special day!