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today's moments are tomorrow's memories

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A bride and groom embrace on rugged volcanic rock cliffs overlooking the blue ocean, her long veil blowing in the wind.

Elopements

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Maternity

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Lifestyle

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Portraits

Meet your photographer

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Aloha! I'm Rachel, a lifestyle photographer drawn to the moments that feel the most real. The ones that aren’t perfectly posed, but full of connection, movement, and meaning.

My approach is relaxed and guided, allowing you to be fully present while I document everything as it naturally unfolds.

I believe the most powerful images aren’t just seen, they’re felt, and that’s what I aim to create for every person in front of my lens.

Couple embraces on the sand beside pink rose bouquets, with turquoise water and rugged mountains behind them.

Smiling couple embraces on a sandy beach beside white flowers, the woman wearing a cream strapless dress.

Close-up of a bride-to-be's hands with french tip nails and a sparkling engagement ring holding a wildflower bouquet.

Bride and groom gaze at each other through a sheer veil on a rocky ocean cliff at their elopement.

Testimonials

Maria

"Capturing moments with the incredible Rachel! Was a little nervous because I don’t know how to pose. She turned our nerves into laughter and created magic with her lens! Can’t stop smiling at these stunning shots!"

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Ty-monie

"I 1,000% recommend Rachel! I was originally booked with her friend who ended up having a schedule change. Rachel stepped up and helped accommodate my family while we were in Hawaii! She truly made it all happen. Her creativity while capturing my family was amazing"

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Happy woman in a white eyelet dress with a pink hibiscus in her hair smiles on a golden beach at sunset.

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Caitlin

"OH MY GOODNESS I love them all rachel they are all perfectly captured you did such a wonderful job I am so glad we hired you to do our photos"

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Lauren

"We had a wonderful session with Rachel! We love our pics. She was wonderful with our kids."

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Hannah

"Rachel is absolutely wonderful! She is professional, communicative, and reasonably priced. She captured my girls’ personalities so perfectly with her photos. She is incredibly patient and kind, which made the whole experience relaxed and fun. Her turn around time was fast, and the photos turned out beautiful. I will be using her for all my photo needs. Highly recommend Rachel."

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Marqui

“Rachel has captured so many of my favorite moments with my family! Her attention to detail is impeccable. She is also great with kids and makes you feel like family. Please come back to Florida!!!!”

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Lisa

"I contacted Rachel a few days before we were going to be on island for a week. She was very accommodating and flexible especially considering Oahu was experiencing insane rain the week we were there. We were able to find a pocket of sunshine and the photos she took captured our family perfectly. I couldn’t be happier!! Her prices can’t be beat either. She made our family feel comfortable and I am glad we found her! Highly recommend!"

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Madison

"We got a mini shoot done at a Deployed Love event from Rachel. I’m genuinely not sure how she captured so many good photos of us! My kids did NOT want to cooperate, but she was so patient and managed to get some absolutely adorable pictures in a very short amount of time. I highly recommend!"

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Sophia

"I am obsessed!!! Thank you so much! I can’t pick a favorite they are all so good"

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Couple embracing on a rocky tropical beach at sunset, the woman resting her head on the man's chest.

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Gianna

"we love them! thank you so much once again it was amazing!"

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Andrea

"Rachel is an amazing photographer. She has done multiple professional photo sessions for my Salon and Stylist. She know how to get the best shots and helps you feel comfortable in front of the camera especially if you struggle with feeling backward. She took her time and made she we loved all the shots. She took her time editing and getting photos perfect. We were beyond happy with the outcome of our Salon photos!"

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Carla

"Rachel did our maternity shoot and most recently did newborn photos for us and both times she has been amazing! She is the sweetest person and made us feel so comfortable throughout both shoots. We had no idea what we wanted as far as the photos, but Rachel was prepared with great ideas and props to make some great pictures! Everything turned out amazing! We will definitely continue using her to capture all our future memories, and highly recommend her to everyone!"

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Desiree

"I’m loving them very much! Thank you for capturing the fun and the chaos that is our family."

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Caroline

"They are absolutely beautiful omgg im almost in tears we love them. You were so amazing, thank you! I would heart every single pic they are all so beautiful."

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Gabriella

"Absolutely beautiful work!! Not only do you take your time, but you’re personal and very fun! Wouldn’t go to anyone else!! Highly recommended"

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Two smiling blond brothers sit close with arms around each other in a rattan hanging chair.

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Amber

"She did free photos for my kids at the Deployed Love event for month of the military child. They turned out so good! Highly recommend!"

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Smiling toddler girl in a white dress holds a pink hibiscus flower on a beach with green hills in the background.

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Chelsie

"You captured each of them perfectly. The pictures came out so good!!

The flowers were the perfect touch. And there were smiles from all 3 kiddos, so I’m super happy about that!!"

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Armani

"I’m doing a sneak peek while I’m in class and these are adorable. Thank you so much"

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A pink and yellow plumeria flower rests on sandy shore as people walk near the waves at a colorful sunset.

Did you know?

i travel

I'm located on the island of Oahu, but I LOVE to travel to any of the neighboring islands of Hawai'i.

My Hawaiian Island package is located under investment for more details.

Live on the mainland? I'd love the opportunity to meet you where you're at. Contact me for more info!

Women lie on the beach with cowboy boots raised, white hats and pink hibiscus flowers, with ocean waves behind them.

Overhead view of two women lying on sand with pink hibiscus flowers in their hair, wearing shell necklaces.

Two women in bikinis sit on a sandy beach braiding hair and holding red hibiscus flowers by the turquoise ocean.

Questions? Lets Chat!

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Most of my favorite images are the ones you didn’t even realize I was capturing.

Woman in a white cowboy hat and embroidered boots sits on a tan horse as wind blows her long hair through tall grass.

Woman in a denim shirt, shorts and white cowboy hat lounges sideways on a buckskin horse in a grassy field with palm trees.

Woman in a denim shirt and white cowboy hat stands beside a bridled buckskin horse in a green countryside setting.

Barefoot woman in a denim outfit and white cowboy hat sits on a bridled buckskin horse standing in a grassy meadow.

A woman with a yellow flower in her hair stands beside the colorful Haleiwa North Shore sign on a sunny day in Hawaii.

Send me a message and let’s create something beautiful together.

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