Baby Seren tied the record for most smiles of any baby I’ve ever photographed. She was such a dream- content and especially loved being swaddled. And while the majority of my newborn sessions take place in my Kailua portrait studio, for this session I traveled three whole blocks to Seren’s home to photograph her in gorgeous natural light.

I enjoy on location newborn sessions, as I can incorporate the family’s personal items into the session. When I saw a set of vintage trunks, I knew they’d make great props!

With on location newborn sessions, I try to get a good mix of images- both lifestyle/around the home portraits and some studio style portraits. I use available light but always prefer natural light, and Seren’s home had the perfect little spot for studio portraits. I think she liked it too.

Seren’s family was working hard to get their home ready for her arrival- mom was up very late the night before her birth, finishing up last minute tasks. She said she would’ve gone to bed earlier had she known she would be delivering that afternoon! But I’m glad that they ran out of time to repaint the original hardwood floors in their charming 1920s home. The brick red flooring has so much character.

Congratulations to Seren’s family. You have a beautiful little girl, and I can’t wait to watch her grow up!

Sometimes, fairytales do come true- and this little girl is proof. Meet Brooke, the littlest mermaid. She inherited her lovely tail from her mama, who is a mermaid. Really and truly- and you can find out more on her Facebook Page.

We had a lovely time at Ko Olina Beach, watching the palms sway and listening to the gentle ocean waves. I can tell baby Brooke will grow to love the sea just like her mama. She was so relaxed and calm, opening her beautiful big blue eyes to take in the gorgeous view.
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Contact me for more details on how you can book a beach session for your newborn, baby, or toddler! The giant seashell is the perfect prop for newborns and babies from sitting (around 6 or 7 months) to a year or so. I also have chairs, baskets and buckets to pose and contain babies and toddlers to capture the perfect beach portrait.

It’s been a busy year so far, with the highlight being a move to a new studio space. Perfectly sized for newborns and babies, the new studio boasts a wide variety of brand new props and backdrops (and of course we’ve kept favorites such as the antique doll carriage, vintage scale, and nest basket) and is just down the street from our former space. Full sessions, including newborn sessions, are still offered either in-studio or on location. Mini sessions will be held in studio only.

Here are a few sneak peeks from the new studio. To see more, visit our Facebook page and don’t forget to click “Like” to hear about upcoming specials and contests- a new contest starts Tuesday the 26th!

This sweet baby boy sailed right into his parents’ hearts! He had the most gorgeous skin I’ve ever seen on a newborn, and combined with the beautiful light in his home, we captured some of my all time favorite images at his session.

I loved his nursery, painted and decorated by his parents and worthy of a Pottery Barn Kids feature. The nautical stripes nicely accented the room, accessorized with a sailboat mobile, ocean blue shag rug, and surf quilt.

He sailed right off to dreamland and posed so sweetly.

Getting all the tiny details is so important- from those kissable lips to all ten tiny toes.

After a snack, it was back to sleep in dad’s arms. There’s something special about seeing a brand new little one cradled securely in daddy’s arms.

And what better place to end the session than at nearby Lanikai Beach? The Mokulua Islands were especially beautiful after winter rains left the islands lush and green.

This newborn baby girl was pure sugar. So pretty, and she slept like a dream.

Her five year old sister added the spice- sweet but sassy, smart, and creative, she reminded me a lot of my own five year old.

She adores her new sister, and I can tell they’ll be the best of friends.

Swaddled in a purple wrap with a little flower headband, she was the prettiest blossom in the garden.

Babies grow up so fast- blink and suddenly they’re five years old. I love how, cradled in Dad’s arm, you get a sense scale and realize just how small they are at birth.

With two sweet girls, their parents have a houseful of love and a lifetime of giggles to look forward to!