When Anita and David arrived at the beach to celebrate their engagement with a Big Island couples portrait, their love was palpable.
They were glowing! The kind of glowing that says, “We’re in love, we’re getting married, and also, we’re on a tropical island, please pinch us!” And honestly? We were just lucky to be there to witness it all.
These two were so excited just to be present with one another. And the way David looked at Anita? Yep, that’s the stuff love songs are written about. They had the best time, and we could tell, because they weren’t posing, they were just real, just themselves. Walking barefoot along the shore, twirling between the lava rocks, leaning into each other under the sway of palm trees…









Our photographer? Let’s just say they knew what to do. With the Big Island handing out golden-hour lighting like party favors, we made the most of every setting, the dramatic lava rocks, the towering palms, the soft sand that looked like it was made for slow dancing. Every photo captured not just a moment, but a mood: joy, intimacy, and that quiet “just us” magic that only happens when two people are really, truly in love.
Anita and David’s session was more than just beautiful; it was heartfelt and fun and full of the kind of love that makes your cheeks hurt from smiling.










Anita and David’s session was more than just beautiful, it was heartfelt and playful. The setting felt romantic and timeless, exactly the kind of place you’d want to commemorate the beginning of forever.








Congratulations, lovebirds! May your life together be as bright and beachy as your Big Island adventure. We’re so honored to have captured the beginning of forever!
Time Of Day: Sunset
Big Island Couples Photographer: Aumrae of Karma Hill Photography
Big Island Portrait Location: Kukio Beach
Okay, can we talk about the Washkos for a second? Because this Big Island family portrait session? Absolute gold. It was their very first time in Hawaii, cue the ukulele music and a few happy tears, and they decided to celebrate it in the best way possible: soaking in the sun and creating memories together
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