Smiling woman holding a camera, wearing a turquoise necklace and black dress, with a pink flower in her hair, standing outdoors.
Person walking on a sandy beach with ocean waves and a clear sky.

Meet Katy

Inspired by salt, sun, & the way that you love

I’ve been photographing weddings and portraits professionally on Maui since 2018.  I feel fortunate to live on the wild, lush Maui North Shore with my partner and our rescue pets.

I believe that there’s something sacred about witnessing people in love. I photograph couples on the edge of a moment that they never want to forget — barefoot vows on the beach, laughter in the wind, teary-eyed glances as the sun slips behind the mountains. I love making space for those moments, and then preserving them for generations to come.

I discovered photography as a creative outlet from my stressful nursing career — but over time, I’ve realized that photography is another incredible way to serve people. To help them feel seen. To give them something tangible when the memories start to blur.

My clients tell me they feel at ease with me — like they can fully be themselves. This matters because I believe the best photos happen when you’re comfortable, relaxed, and not worried about how it’s “supposed” to look. I guide when needed, but I’m also quiet when it counts. I pay attention to what’s unfolding and capture the in-between — the things you didn’t even realize you’d want to remember.

Outside of photography, I continue to work in hospice as a nurse manager— a role that’s taught me the immeasurable value of presence, connection, and the memories that we carry. That perspective is woven into how I photograph: with tenderness, intention, and a deep respect for the fleeting beauty of a moment. This also means that I am able to be selective about how many weddings and sessions that I commit to, so I can keep my creative juices flowing.

I can’t wait to connect with you and learn about the vision that you have for your wedding day!  

My Ohana

Coastal landscape with ocean waves, grassy shoreline, and birds flying through cloudy sky during sunset.
A couple standing in a garden with lush green plants, the woman is wearing a red dress and the man a blue sweater and khaki shorts, with a black dog in a festive sweater sitting on the grass in front of them.
Brindle dog sitting on grass with a tennis ball.
Tabby cat stretching and yawning on a wooden deck.
A calico cat sitting indoors.
A tropical beach with turquoise water and rocky shoreline, partially obscured by palm fronds.
Sunset over ocean with waves and cloudy sky