When B and A contacted me about the vision for their honeymoon photography portrait session, I was over-the-top excited 😍 Not only is the Ali'i Kula Lavender Farm one of my favorite places on the island, but I’ve also been dreaming about photographing a client session at this location for quite some time. The charming farm, located in the Upcountry region of Maui at 4,000ft elevation, serves as a favorite place to visit, relax, and enjoy the blooms, views, and a variety of lavender products and foods for locals and visitors alike. It is also a wedding venue, as well as a backdrop for photography sessions (when arranged by a professional photographer).

C + R got engaged in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. They shared with me that their proposal happened in their apartment, where they spent much of their time throughout the early days of the pandemic. I love that it was a simple, no-fuss affair that seems to suit this sweet, down-to-earth couple! C + R are planning two weddings— one first in California in March 2022, and then another wedding to follow in Singapore. They were vacationing on Maui in June, and booked an engagement photography session for images to use on their save-the-date cards.

J+J were engaged in early 2020, and they booked me to take their engagement photos while they were vacationing on Maui. They ended up being the last couples portrait session that I photographed prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. Thankfully, I believe that they are planning their wedding for 2021, so fingers crossed that all came together beautifully and they didn’t have to delay their wedding plans.

One of the many blessings of living on Maui is that I sometimes get to visit with friends that are vacationing on the island! In this case, I’ve known Lori online for several years now, but I never met her in-person before her recent Maui honeymoon. Lori and I attended the same nutrition school, and we are both registered nurses. We connected through a Facebook group for alumni of our nutrition school, and I’ve enjoyed following her over the years. When she reached out to ask if I’d take her and Paul’s photos during their honeymoon, I was so stoked!