Maui Photo Festival + Workshops..

John and I recently had the pleasure of attending the 2nd annual Maui Photo Festival and Workshops, held at the Hyatt in Ka’anapali. First off, what a GREAT event! We look forward to this time each year to take a breather, and get back in touch with our creative drive – and boy did this year do the trick.

We had a fab time with all of our peers and presenters – but now, for what everyone really wants: event photos.

Shooting with the fabulous Lou Freeman (pink shirt)!
*For those who don’t know who Lou is (other than being awesome), she’s most notably known for being Playboy’s first female photographer, and has since gone on to shooting beauty and fashion. Major. ‘Nuff said.

Yep, thaaat’s me. We found ourselves model-less, and well, Lou asked. I’m not a fan of being paparazzi’d, but c'mon - I couldn’t say no. Three cheers for new headshots! Of course, John catching all the action like always.

Here are a few shots from our awesome hula on the beach session lead by great Maui based photographer, Randy Jay Braun.

And Maui Photo Festival’s first ever wedding shoot on Ka’anapali Beach, lead by Maui wedding photographer Mike Sydney

Ok, so I admit, I’m more about behind the scenes images. It’s so great to see so many photographers working together, and learning from some really great minds. We are so thankful to all of the great teachers and leaders in this industry that make growing and learning as a photographer so easy.

So *exhale* I’m refreshed, and buzzing (as always). And also realizing getting back into the grind isn’t always easy either. So on that note, I leave you with one last photo.

Vision Monger himself, David duChemin – letting us all know it’s hard work.

This is the hardest work I’ve ever done, but it’s the only thing I could imagine doing.


Until later,