Three great locations for Maui Sunsets

Every has their favorite places on Maui to see the sunset. Here are three of my favorite. 1. Poolenalena Beach. Located in Makena this beach is big and beautiful views. It is not marked well and has a dirt parking lot. There is no shower and one porta potty. The signage is small and it…

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Sunset along Maui’s Southern Coast

On a recent Maui workshop we selected a stretch of coastline in Makena, that provided a nice view of Maui’s rocky coastline. A Lee graduated neutral density filter was used to control the quantity of light above the horizon. Working with filters allows the photographer to control light and exercise creativity.  I carry a variety of filters in…

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Working with Lee 2 stop Hard Graduated Neutral Density Filter

A few weeks back I took the plunge and ordered the Lee 150 mm Neurtral density filter kit made specifically for the nIkon 14-24 mm lens. This week I got to use them.  The kit included a 1 ,2 , & 3 stop hard graduated filter.   Hard refers to the transition between the line…

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Workshop on composition

In this image their are three compositional designs in use.  First is framing.  The bamboo trees serve to frame the image and draw the viewers attention.  Next are the repetitious lines of the bamboo trees which also directs the viewers eye.  Third, the S-curve going through the image guides the viewer down the trail and…

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Maui Engagement Photography – Mark and Judy

My passion toward my profession is to capture my clients highlighted moment and make it into a treasure.  I capture your love, laughter and happiness.  Thank you.  You are energizing me.  lol! I received a phone call from Mark.  He was so excited with his idea of how to propose to his girlfriend Judy.  He…

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How to photograph kids and pets

Below are 7 tips to photographing pets and children.  Enjoy! 1) get out of your comfort zone and into theirs.   Kids and pets are not tall like adults, so go down to their level.  Try getting low or even on the ground.  You will see all kinds of new angles and possibilities. 2) Dont…

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Maui Family Photography _ Eden and her family

Our long time repeater local client Eden McAfee.  Mahalo for another opportunity! Contact us to learn more about our service. We offer portrait session for families as well as photography workshops! via e-mail info@mauiphotography.net or (808) 879-0260

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