Road To WAKO 2021: Westside Striking

What’s up all!

We recently had a chance to work with our friends at Westside Striking again. This month they are taking a team of hopefuls to the WAKO Team USA Kickboxing National Championships in Nashville, Tennessee. Representing Westside Striking: Taz Kaleiopu, Joven Lopez, JJ Morales, Sefo Manuel, Quincy Manuel, Isaac Martinez, Christian Tajiri, and Brandon Abiva. We got to take get some portrait work in with them, with a little action on the side. We were unable to photograph Christian Tajiri and Brandon Abiva this time around, but hopefully next time around we will get the chance. Fun fact: Christian and Brandon actually fought each other a few years ago! Even though we didn’t get to work with them this time around, enjoy a little throwback of their fight. Have a look at our session with Westside Striking and enjoy!

*If you would like to help support, reach out to coach Mike Talalotu to see what you can do :)

Hawaii Engagement: Tricia & Brandon

We had the pleasure of working with Tricia and Brandon for this session. They came as a referral from their family members: Kekai & Bronson. Brandon is actually Bronson’s older brother, so we were ecstatic when we were asked to work with them!

Have a quick look into our session and enjoy!

We Got Another Kepa!

Hello All!

As the state slowly opened up and restrictions were eased, we slowly were able to get back to shooting with our clients :)

Our very first session back gave us the pleasure of working with Kekai and Bronson. You may remember them from our engagement session with them a while back. Seeing Kekai holding Brixon in her tummy was so cute! This was their maternity session with us after all. The funny thing is, we weren’t sure if a session was even possible. Luckily once the state eased up a bit on their restrictions and closures, we were able to get their session in. Crazy thing is… Brixon was born not too long after! This session was a surprise from Kai to the world, just as Brixon decided to make his own surprise and enter the world earlier than expected! Now that he is here, here is a look into our session! Welcome to the world Brixon Kepa! Enjoy all!

Family Pictures With The Gbolos

A few years back, we had the pleasure of photographing my cousin Faye’s wedding day. It was an epic mix of culture and love. When you get a chance, look back in the blog for a quick look over the awesome day :)

Fast forward to today. Lawrence and Faye were back in Hawaii, and contacted us for a quick family session. This time however, they brought a new companion… My niece Lina! I would always see pictures and videos of Lina, but she is sooooooo cute in person as well! Not only is she cute, but kolohe/naughty as well haha. Lucky our younger son was there to play with her and somewhat entertain her haha. Thanks again Gbolo family for allowing us to be with you!

Take a look at our quick session and enjoy :)

Francis

Senior Portraits: Clayton

A few weeks back, we had the pleasure of working with our nephew Clay for his senior portrait session. Working with family always guarantees fun and adventure!

I had the pleasure of seeing someone who was once a young boy flourish into the young man that stood in front of my lens. Seeing Clay grow over the years really flips the retrospect switch. I used to hear him talk about WWE and COD, and now its all about Toyota 4Runners and fishing. It was truly a blessing watching him grow up the past few years. Can’t wait to see what the future holds for you, and remember that family is always gonna have your back! Congrats Clay!

Here’s a look into our session that took us to a few different spots. We battled rain, mud, wind, and crazies haha. Enjoy!

Francis