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Tim and Stephanie live in New York City, close to Central Park, which means it was a long flight for these two lovebirds out to Maui. They met in a bar when Tim became smitten, and mustered up the courage to introduce himself. He must have been charming, because the two are getting married at The Ritz Carlton Kapalua this April. We had so much fun touring the north and south shores of Maui and shooting in a variety of locations. Stephanie, as if you couldn’t tell from the photos, is an extremely talented dancer who is actually in two different dance companies in the Big Apple. Proving that opposites attract, Tim cannot pirouette or jete, but he is a super-successful CIO. They always make each other laugh, and never take life too seriously.

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Last week I had the opportunity to photograph Lumeria, the newest reatreat on the island. Maui’s beautiful North Shore has limited options for lodging. There are no big hotels here, only a few inns and then bed and breakfasts, so more often than not, visiting guests stay with us. This might explain why I’m so excited about Lumeria, which is a new (and gorgeous!) property which just opened. It’s a perfect place for spending a week relaxing, taking yoga classes, meditating, or taking surf lessons. (In fact, I might try to convince my husband to get away with me for a weekend there).

The grounds are absolutely breathtaking, with lots of orchard trees, native Hawaii vegetation, and of course an ocean view. There is a yoga room on the grounds with top-notch yoga instructors, and a chef who serves some of the freshest meals on the island.

This historic property was remodeled last year by the architectural mastermind Xorin Bables, seen in the last picture in tree pose.

Location of the shoot: Lumeria Maui
Stylists: Saedene Ota & Zenobia Lakdawalla of Sae Design
Models: Rachel Schumacher and Michael Gingerich
Make-Up Artist: Liz Javelosa

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Today is of course Valentine’s Day, so what better time to share an incredibly romantic story with you?

Many years ago, when Lindsey was just a little girl, her dad and step-mom visited Maui. They stopped by the Grand Wailea, her dad recording the visit on his camcorder. At one point in the footage, her dad is filming the chapel and mentions that one day Lindsey should get married in the chapel. Who knew that years later, his comment would prove remarkably prescient?

Fast-forward many years, to the night when Peter and Lindsey met. According to Peter, she pushed one of her friends into Peter so that she could strike up a conversation with him. Apparently the strategy worked, because they hit it off and have been together ever since.

Peter serves in the army and had been overseas, so the timing worked out perfectly for their Maui wedding, in this beautiful little chapel by the sea which her dad filmed so long ago.

I must say, I feel so lucky to have the best clients! I spent 3 days with Lindsey and Peter. Here are photos from their magnificent wedding!

Ceremony & Reception: The Grand Wailea in Maui
Floral design and florals: Della of Dellables
Officiant & musician: Joe Miles
Hair & Makeup: The Grand Wailea Spa

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“To get the full value of joy you must have someone to divide it with.”
~Mark Twain

Here’s a sneak peek from today’s gorgeous wedding at Olowalu Plantation House!

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There are a few places on Maui which are so magical, I could shoot there every day and never get tired of it. One of those places is Merriman’s on the West side of Maui. There is a beautiful bay with calm, clear blue water, soft sand, and a short walk away is an amazing lava ledge that flows out into the ocean. When the sun sets, the golden light hits the black rocks, the sea turns a deep blue, and the stars come out to play. And of course, just up the hill is Merriman’s, one of my favorite restaurants on the island.

We had the pleasure of photographing Lindsay and Aaron’s wedding at this beautiful spot last weekend. They were such a sweet couple, and they had a great group of friends and family to share the moment with them. They wrote their own vows, which didn’t leave a dry eye among the guests. Afterwards, we walked down to the bay for some shots in the sand and water, and then finished up on the lava rocks, where they were treated to the most spectacular sunset of the year!

Congratulations, Lindsay & Aaron!

Wedding ceremony & reception: Merriman’s Maui
Wedding florals: Della of Dellables

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