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 a moment to capture what family truly looks like: hands held, laughter shared, shoulders leaning on one another, and smiles that come easily because they’re surrounded by the people who matter most. The Thuls brought all of that and more. They looked so incredibly happy, the kind of happiness that shines from the inside out, glowing even brighter than the Maui sun!








And truly, that’s what made their session feel so lovely. The ocean shone behind him, the sky softened, and they walked along the shoreline, hugging tightly and savoring a moment that belonged only to them.
Family portraits are so much more than pictures! They’re reminders. Proof. A way to say, This is us, right now, in this season of life. They bring everyone together, creating space for connection, gratitude, and joy. And doing this in Hawaii? Well, that adds a layer of unforgettable magic. There’s something about the island: the warmth, the colors, the sound of waves that turns family portraits into memories you carry for a lifetime! And the Thuls embraced every sunny second of their Maui family portrait with us!















For the Thul family, this session wasn’t just a photoshoot. It was time set aside for togetherness. Time to slow down and celebrate everything that makes family the best part of life.
They walked away with images, yes, but also with moments they’ll never forget!
And that’s the real beauty of family portraits in Hawaii! You’ll never get this moment back in time, so you might as well freeze it in a portrait! Mahalo Thuls!
Time of Day: Sunset
Maui Family Portrait: Ezekiel of Karma Hill Photography
Maui Portrait Location: Polo Beach
There’s a certain kind of magic that happens at Maluaka Beach, the kind woven from soft trade winds, shimmering turquoise water, and sunlight so bright and airy it feels like a blessing. And on the evening of the Lomax’s Maui family portrait session, that magic showed up in full force! From the moment they stepped
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