Some family sessions sparkle a little brighter, filled with celebration, love, and that unmistakable feeling of this moment matters. The Chan’s Oahu family portrait session was exactly that. They weren’t just taking photos; they were honoring a birthday, an anniversary, and the beautiful life they’ve built together. And truly, there’s no better place in the world to celebrate family milestones than Hawaii, where the air feels softer, the colors richer, and every wave seems to whisper, slow down and savor this.
From the moment the Chans stepped onto the sand (and the ocean!), they radiated happiness. The kind that’s effortless, contagious, and impossible not to smile at. Their laughter floated above the sound of the ocean as they held hands, cuddled in close, and let the island breeze twirl around them. Hawaii has this incredible way of inviting people to open up, relax, and just be with each other. And the Chans embraced it fully with their adorable kiddos!







They had the best time. You could feel it in every candid giggle, every stroll along the shoreline, and every quiet, affectionate glance between them. It was one of those sessions where the emotion feels so present you can almost touch it.
Our photography style is built for families like theirs: natural, timeless, and heartfelt, blending soft posing with relaxed, candid storytelling. We focus on genuine connection, warm light, and the small in-between moments that say everything. The kind of images that don’t just look beautiful, but feel beautiful. The love and joy were palpable! They had plenty of silly moments and some easy, natural ones, too. The perfect mix, in our opinion, with young kiddos!









That’s why families choose us: because we don’t just take pictures.
We capture gratitude. We capture joy. And we capture the way a family feels in a once-in-a-lifetime moment.
For the Chans, these portraits aren’t just photos. They’re a celebration of love, milestones, and the magic of being together in Hawaii.
And honestly? It couldn’t have been more special! Happy Birthday and Happy Anniversary!
Time of Day: Sunset
Oahu Portrait Location: Paradise Cove Beach
Oahu Family Photographer: Pinky from Karma Hill Photography
Some sessions feel less like photography and more like witnessing a family write another chapter of their story. And that was exactly the case with the Thul family’s Maui portrait session. From the moment they arrived, everything about their time together felt tender, joyful, and wonderfully special. There’s something almost sacred about pausing life for
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