Some family vacations are just vacations—but some are full of memories so sweet, you can practically feel them lingering in the air. That’s exactly what the Brewer family’s Maui family portrait at DT Fleming Beach was like: soft, golden, joyful, and bursting with heart.
Sean, Sammi, and their sweet little boy Hank originally planned this trip to celebrate Hank’s first birthday (cue the heart eyes). Then Sammi’s parents wanted to join, and soon after, her brother hopped on board, too—because if you’re flying to paradise, why not make it a whole-family affair?
And honestly? It was the best decision ever.
From the moment we stepped onto DT Fleming Beach, everything just clicked into place. The lighting was that perfect, buttery-golden hue that photographers dream about—soft enough to feel like a hug, but bright enough to make every smile glow.
The Brewers looked absolutely incredible—relaxed, radiant, and so full of love. Sammi and Sean had that unmistakable new-parent glow, and little Hank? He was a complete angel, soaking up all the snuggles, giggles, and ocean breezes like he knew this day was something special.
The energy was so serene, so effortless, like the beach itself was celebrating Hank’s first trip around the sun right along with them.
Their Maui family portrait wasn’t about stiff poses or perfect smiles. It was about moments: celebrating quality time in a soft bubble of laughter.
Every frame captured the kind of magic you can’t stage. The way Sammi and Sean looked at Hank like he held the whole world in his tiny hands. The way the ocean sparkled behind them, like it was trying to keep up with their joy.
Their photos are the kind you frame, yes—but they’re also the kind you feel every time you glance up at the wall. A reminder that this—this perfect, messy, beautiful season of life—is worth holding onto.
We are so honored you chose Karma Hill Photography to capture your Maui family portrait. You totally brought (and wore!) the aloha spirit! Your session was soft, serene, and bursting with so much love. We hope every photo takes you right back to the breeze, the golden light, and the feeling of holding your sweet boy close under the Maui sun.
Here’s to a lifetime of adventures, snuggles, and joy as beautiful as this one.
Time Of Day: Sunset
Maui Family Portrait: Desi of Karma Hill Photography
Maui Portrait Location: DT Fleming Beach
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