The first part of my light, contrast and beauty project. I was a little intimidated to shoot Maile because she has so many amazing pictures of herself and I also find her photography moving. She takes incredible, intriguing self portraits and other photographers have shot amazing pictures of her… But that’s the thing I’ve realized is number one creativity killer; fear! Forcing myself to shoot even if everything isn’t “perfect” can only help me grow as an artist. So I was so excited with how these turned out. She loved them and will let me shoot her whenever I want, which means you’ll be seeing more of her gorgeousness soon.

Every Friday, I’ve decided to work on some projects just for me. I started last Friday with my beautiful friend Maile. This is about light and contrasts. The next part of this series will be at night.

Here’s just a preview of the day session:

Rachael contacted me to do an updated shoot of her hair and makeup portfolio. I had so much fun shooting these lovely girls! Check out Rachael’s website at http://www.charmedbeauty.com/.

All hair and Makeup: Charmed Beauty



The talented and beautiful Jessica Rey. I did a shoot for her fabulous swimwear line a few months ago.

I’ve been seeing a lot of glammed-up shoots lately. Hair, makeup, wordrobe, stylist; the works.

So of course I wanted to do the complete opposite.

My idea for this shoot was just Maggie. She’s one of those natural beauties that doesn’t understand how pretty she is. Even with little or no makeup on, she’s intriguing. I wanted it to be very natural, beachy, life style shoot, which reflects her personality.

I also wanted to use film but I ended up running out… But I love my digital ones just as much! I am still waiting for the black and whites so we’ll see how they come out. I did very little photoshop on the digital ones and nothing to the film. I love the idea that something that be so simple and natural yet amazing and beautiful.

Let me know what you think!

The next few are film…

I love that I can put a film and digital image next to each other and it still looks good! Film is on the left.











I’m in love with this shot.

I love this shoot I did with Maggie. Can’t wait to post the rest and what’s inspiring me at the moment.. Until then, here’s one I love, shot with film and the trusty ole Canon AE-1.

Hope you arrived safely in your new amazing home in Oahu Maggie! xoxo