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Stunning Maternity Photos | Lahaina, Maui
For this Maui Maternity Photo session, the wind was prevalent all over Maui…and I mean eeeeeeevvvvvvverywhere! There are only a few spots on island where you can fully escape the drifts, whips, and squalls, regardless of the wind direction…so I made sure we made the most of our little hideaway as best we could - and boy did we!
WHERE: LAHAINA, HI | WHO: DIANNE + DUSTIN | WHY: MATERNITY PHOTOS
For this Maui Maternity Photo session, the wind was prevalent all over Maui…and I mean eeeeeeevvvvvvverywhere! There are only a few spots on island where you can fully escape the drifts, whips, and squalls, regardless of the wind direction…so I made sure we made the most of our little hideaway as best we could - and boy did we!
Dianne & Dustin arrived on Maui for their baby moon…their FIRST baby moon…and they were just smitten. A little bummed because of the winds, but obviously, Maui delivers when it comes to beauty (regardless of weather). A little mix of sunshine, calm waters, a slight warm breeze and a couple that radiated love & excitement for their new lil one, made this session so effortlessly beautiful - I literally could have photographed them for dayyyyys!
Thank you both so much for your positivity, wonderful conversations, and easy-going nature <3 Water sessions aren’t easy, but with a little extra time & effort, they always end up breathtaking!
Beautiful Sunrise Family Session | Makena, HI
Some of my favorite moments from my Maui Sunrise Family Session with this adorable family at one of Maui’s most gorgeous beaches in Makena <3
WHERE: MAKENA, HAWAII | WHO: MINI & HER ADORABLE FAMILY | WHY: FAMILY & MATERNITY SESSION
Mom & Dad contacted me about a Sunrise Maui Family & Maternity Photoshoot with visions of pastels, neutrals, some greenery, lots of lava rock, and some bright sunshine to capture her growing tummy, her husband, and their adorable son. Luckily, this location at Sunrise is perfect for all of the above!
I always arrive slightly early to my sessions in hopes I can be there before my clients so they have a reference point…but in this case, this family had already arrived! And apparently, they’d been there for over 30 minutes just taking in all the beauty! I mean…can you blame them?
Some of my favorite moments from my Sunrise Session with this adorable family at one of Maui’s most gorgeous beaches in Makena <3
Powerful Land + Ocean Maternity Photos
What do you do when two stylish & super sweet Brooklynites contact you for a Land & Ocean Maternity session on Maui? You make the time…and you make it count ;-)
Where: Maui, Hawaii | Who: Annie & Jeremiah | Why: Maternity Land & Ocean Session
What do you do when two stylish & super sweet Brooklynites contact you for a Land & Ocean Maui Maternity photo session on Maui? You make the time…and you make it count ;-)
I’m not gonna lie, I love it when fellow New Yorker’s come to Maui and choose me - it brings a little piece of the Big Apple to my eye and helps me remember my 12 years there!
Sorry Hawaii…if you must know, I’ll always be a New Yorker ;-)
When Annie initially contacted me, we had originally scheduled one of my Land Maternity photo sessions, but last minute, she upgraded to my Land & Ocean Maui maternity session and I couldn’t have been more excited!
With a gorgeous location set and my water-housing ready, we set out on an adventure to say the least! The Maui Sunset? Perfect! The ocean? NOT so perfect!
By chance, I was available the next morning following a separate Sunrise session, and contacted Annie & Jer to see if they wanted to jump in the ocean because I spotted some clear water near their hotel. Without hesitation, these two showed up within 15 minutes looking as dapper as the evening before and WE. TOTALLY. KILLED. IT! The Ocean? PERFECT. Annie & Jer? EVEN MORE PERFECT.
Annie & Jer - you know I can’t get enough of you two! Thank you for your positivity, sense of adventure, deep breaths and long walks on the beach. You two were worth it all and then some. <3
Solo Maternity Pictures | Wailea, HI
With this graceful Mama-to-be, her Maui Maternity portrait session on Land & Water came naturally, and beautifully. See for yourself!
WHO: McKenna | WHY: Maternity Land & Water Session | WHERE: Makena, Hawaii
For starters, McKenna is a goddess. Not just in her essence, her beauty and her personality…but in her strength. She’s a picture of perseverance and all…with a radiating smile. So this Maui maternity photo session on Land & Water came naturally to her.
Cut to our session - her family joined us and let’s just saaaaay….it was HILARIOUS. Don’t get me wrong, her photos remained majestic, but if there was someone capturing a behind-the-scenes of our session, it would have earned an award.
From land to the ocean, without much sun and even some sprinkles, with tons of positivity, I encourage you to oooo and ahhhh over Miss McKenna (and baby Cassius who just made his earth-side debut!)
A Lush Hawaiian Maternity Photoshoot | Honolua, Maui
With their sense of adventure, we scheduled a lush Maui maternity photo session in the jungle in West Maui…and let's just say, it was STUNNING.
Who: April & Adam | Why: Maternity Session | Where: Maui, Hawaii
Within the first moments of reading her their answers to my Client Questionnaire, I just knew they were clients that were meant to be in my life…
With their sense of adventure, requests like “we want to incorporate water into our session, even if we’re just standing in the middle of a river” not only made me giggle, but got my creative beans jumping. So we scheduled a lush Maui maternity photo session in the jungle in West Maui…and it was STUNNING.
The rain stopped just in time, and the mosquitoes definitely got their fill on us, and the chickens & roosters joined in on the fun. And man oh man, was it all worth it!
And yes, I made them stand in the middle of a river xo.
A Maui Newborn and Maternity Session to Remember | Wailea, HI
It began with Land & Ocean Maui Maternity photos, and just a few months later, started all over again with a Lifestyle Maui Newborn photography session at their home in Kihei, Maui.
Who: Valorie + Will | Why: Maternity + Newborn | Where: Maui, Hawaii
It began with Land & Ocean Maui Maternity photos, and just a few months later, started all over again with a Lifestyle Maui Newborn photography session at their home in Kihei, Maui.
From wardrobe & location chats, then a TON of pregnancy emails back and forth comparing stories, advice, questions and excitement (yay for us (previous) mom’s to be!), to two of the most beautiful sessions of 2020, Val and Will met my expectations and well beyond.
The colors, the conditions, and most of all, their sweet little Roman. I’m so honored to have been a part of their pregnancy journey and now, parenthood. Cheers you two!
Offbeat Home Feature: How Underwater Maternity Photos Helped Megan Enjoy Her Pregnant Body
If there’s anyone who feels awkward about being pregnant, it’s my recent client Megan. She swore up and down that she’d never have children…then…it happened. STOP THE PRESS! HOLD THE PHONE!
With her body changing, her mind opening and her body changing even more, she was super reluctant but at the same time, ridiculously excited about our Maui maternity photography session. So I told her - just hold your breath, point your toes, and let the water do the rest.
And she did! She literally unleashed her inner mermaid and the results are just….(insert fairy dust here).
Read more from her awesome blog post on Offbeat Home titled: “How underwater Maui maternity photos helped me enjoy my pregnant body”. It’s one for the books for sure. And Meggy? She too, is one for the books!
Sending you & Mike virtual high-fives like no other! <3
(And in case you’re wondering…YES, that’s her and Mike whipping their wet hair like the fabulous parents-to-be that they are!)
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What to Wear For a Maternity Photo Session in Maui
Figuring out what to wear for your Maui Maternity photography session is difficult...that's why I'm here to help you slim down your options, OR create some more fabulous ones!
Figuring out what to wear for any photography session is difficult...that's why I'm here to help you slim down your options, OR create some more fabulous ones!
The most important rule is to BE COMFORTABLE! But more importantly, be you! I am going to create art that will hang on your walls for years and I want you & your loved ones to look like themselves.
Keep it fun! If you want to bring two outfits, bring two. But no matter what you wear, be confident that I’ll make you look fantastic…It’s my job.
BASIC TIPS
I love color and accessories, just keep the patterns to a minimum ;-) Solid colors always photograph well. There's no risk of distracting from faces, interactions or the environment around you.
Ladies - long maxi dresses are your best bet for EVERYTHING. They’re literally flattering on everyone! Plus they move so beautifully!
Flower Crowns, however, are always encouraged! I just can't get enough of them!
Don’t forget to bring a change of clothes or backup shirt/bottoms - sand, dirt & shoreline fun are inevitable!
In general, shoes aren't necessary for any of my sessions. You can bring standard rubber sandals for walking to/from our location or for walking on any rocks/stones.
ADDITIONAL TIPS
Photograph the outfits in advance. Lay out the clothing choices you have in mind and take a quick snapshot with your phone. If you like what you see, this photo can be super helpful when shopping!
Makeup: Less is more - especially during outdoor portraiture. Weather here in Hawaii his HOT & HUMID, so avoid wearing any makeup that is shiny or has metallic minerals because it will catch in the sunlight. And I stress...WATERPROOF MASCARA.
Hair: My best advice? Wear your hair the way you want it to look in the wind (just in case it’s windy). I’m obsessed with movement & hair blowing in the wind, but it can be unflattering when it flies across your face and it begins to frustrate you. Hairspray helps, but I highly recommend bobby pins, clips & hair ties!
Bra: Support is key! If you're wearing a strapless dress, I encourage either no bra (don't worry, I'll edit the obvious...) or a supportive strapless bra that won't show. I want the focus to remain on your new curves, not wrinkles or bumps because of tucked or exposed straps!
Still need some more inspiration for your wardrobe?
Visit my ‘What to Wear’ Pinterest Board!
WHERE TO SHOP:
For Her: PinkBlush, Sexy Mama Maternity, Amazon, Sew Trendy, Asos,
Lulu's, Target
For Him: Old Navy, Zara, Gap, Target, J.Crew
