Some family moments deserve to be frozen in time like a laugh, a glance, a hug that says everything. For the Lui family, their Oahu family portrait session at Papa’iloa Beach was one of those sun-soaked memories that will last long after the footprints in the sand fade away.
Visiting from Saskatchewan, Canada, the Luis escaped the winter chill for the warmth of island breezes and familiar aloha spirit. For Dad, Tevita, who once called Oahu home, the trip was more than just a vacation; it was a homecoming. For their four wonderful children, it was a chance to connect with their Polynesian roots in the most beautiful way!




They arrived beautifully coordinated in green and pink. The colors popped against the blue waves and golden sand, fresh, effortless, and perfectly tropical.
Their session was full of laughter and play, with a few quiet moments to simply be. That’s the magic of family photography in Hawaii, not just portraits, but the warmth, connection, and fleeting moments that make a family unique.



Set against Papa’iloa’s golden shoreline, the session was vibrant and full of life! You could feel the love in every frame, the connection, and the shared joy of simply being together. We know how much this meant to them all…to come back home and share family roots. Tevita was so happy to share his love of Oahu with his wife, Kirsten, and his whole beautiful family!
That’s what makes family photography in Hawaii so powerful. It’s not just about the photos, it’s about preserving a feeling. A moment where everyone’s together, happy, and fully present. These are the images that will hang on walls and live in hearts for decades, reminders of love, belonging, and home… no matter how far away home may be.









To our dear Lui family, it was such a special memory to capture this family portrait for you! Your Oahu portraits are more than just pictures; they’re a reflection of your family’s beautiful story, filled with warmth, laughter, and the aloha spirit that connects you all.
Time Of Day: Sunset
Oahu Family Photographer: Mike of Karma Hill Photography
Portrait Location in Oahu: Papa’iloa Beach
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