Recreating Moments – The Cleal’s Maui Family Portrait
Some places hold your history so gently that returning feels like being welcomed home. For the Cleal family, their Maui family portrait session at DT Fleming Beach was exactly that. It was a joyful return layered with memory, laughter, and a whole lot of love. They’ve visited Maui a few times over the years, but this trip carried extra meaning. Nearly ten years ago, Mom and Dad were married at Ironwoods Beach, and now they were back, this time with their five-and-a-half-year-old daughter, Callie, who is pure sunshine bottled up in a small, spunky human.
Callie arrived very excited for the photo session: full of energy, personality, and curiosity. And she absolutely stole the show. This family loves to have fun, be silly, and spend quality time together. That dynamic made the session feel effortless and real, full of movement and genuine smiles rather than stiff poses…Keep reading to see more!
All The Feels
DT Fleming Beach delivered its signature drama: sweeping shoreline, beautiful water, and dynamic light, giving us a beautiful variety of backdrops. We captured playful moments with Callie front and center while her parents faded softly into the background, quiet recreations of wedding-day poses (with a sweet twist), and active moments filled with walking, splashing, and laughter near the water’s edge. It felt like a story unfolding rather than a checklist of photos.
This was their third session with Karma Hill Photography, including their wedding, and it showed! There was trust, ease, and a shared love for preserving meaningful moments. Toward the end, grandparents joined in, adding another layer of heart (and a few gentle reminders to keep eyes open). They all eventually got in the water and had a blast! It was such a fun time!
It was a session filled with nostalgia and love. And now a beautiful reminder that family photos aren’t just about how things look, but about honoring how far you’ve come and who you’re becoming together! We hope you had the best time!
MAUI FAMILY PORTRAIT – SESSION DETAILS
Time Of Day: Morning
Maui Family Portrait: Tenessa of Karma Hill Photography
Portrait Location in Maui: DT Fleming Beach
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