Merrimans Kapalua Wedding Photographer- Karin & Dave

Congratulations Karin and Dave! What a wonderful day you planned up at Kapalua. Danielle and the team at Merriman's Kapalua did an excellent job of putting together your wedding day plans with a wedding site on the ocean with a spectacular view and delicious gourmet food from Chef Peter Merriman.

Thanks so much to Sasha Prince for second shooting the wedding perfectly and Nicole Angel for her lighting expertise!

We were honored to be part of your special day on Maui. Thanks so much for choosing Aubrey Hord Photography to capture your wedding!

A hui hou,

Aubrey and team

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Kapalua Maui Wedding Photographer - Will you Marry Me again? Surprise!

Congratulations go out to one of the best (and classiest) surprise vow renewals I have seen! When Emir asked Patricia to renew their vows in Kapalua a couple of weeks ago, she could not have been more surprised. He used the idea for a family portrait session to get Patricia ready for photos. They headed down to the beach and took an hour of photos in the coconut grove and on the beach at Kapalua Bay with their family.

Emir told his bride that for the second half of the photo session they were going to change into dressier clothes for a more formal look. Once they changed, we were ready with our cameras as they came out to the scenic Kapalua Point for the vow renewal ceremony. And she said YES again!

Emir had planned everything down to the smallest details with the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua wedding team and it payed off. Patricia was totally surprised and delighted at all the details. A stunning background in Hawaii, a private ocean front ceremony location, a dove release, fabulous minister (Pia Aluli) and a gorgeous evening!

The couple renewed their vows looking out at Kapalua Bay and the west Maui mountains as the sun slowly sank into the horizon with the island of Molokai in the distance.

So congratulations to Emir for planning a delightful ceremony for his bride of 22 years. To Patricia, who was a beautiful bride! And to the girls for keeping it under wraps until the big moment.

I love my job and I love my clients!

A hui hou,

Aubrey

http://www.aubreyhord.com/

aubrey@aubreyhord.com

Hooray for colorful rays of color!

Here is one answer to the inevitable question of what to wear for your photo shoot. Everyone thinks they have to wear white and khaki for their photo sessions.

Here's one example of going with color instead of white. I welcomed the Ray family to Maui with a photo session at Kapalua Bay during Spring Break and they wanted to wear bright colors. Hooray hooray!
Colors look great against the tropical background and compliment people's skin tones, eyes, and hair colors. Young children always look great in bright colors and subtle or simple patterns. I usually recommend wearing colors that match people's eyes or hair OR colors/outfits that people always get compliments on. If you have a favorite outfit, or jewelry that compliments you, wear it. If you feel good in what you are wearing, it will show in the photos and you will have great results. If you are fussing with your clothes the whole session, it will also show.

We usually have our clients walking, standing, sitting on the beach and grass as well as jumping (if they want). So, it is best to wear loose fitting clothing and clothing that won't blow up with the wind or not allow you to sit down comfortably like short skirts or dresses.

In terms of patterns, stripes and polka dots don't usually translate well in pictures so it is good to avoid those. Many times, clients decide to bring a change of clothes for their photo session which is also an option.

So cheers to color!!

A hui hou,
Aubrey
aubrey@aubreyhord.com
www.aubreyhord.com

Maui Honeymoons - Natalie+Jared

Congratulations to Natalie and Jared who tied the knot just before Thanksgiving this year and came to Maui for their honeymoon. I worked with Jared's father at Starbucks and was honored to be asked to photograph the newlyweds as his gift to them.

We took the opportunnity to capture some romantic moments at Kapalua Bay on a beautiful evening on the beach.

We did some romantic shots, fun shots and enjoyed watching the Maui sunset.

The weather was perfect and Natalie and Jared were perfect models for the photo session.

I wish you many years of happiness together. Congratulations!!

A hui hou,

Aubrey
www.aubreyhord.com

Rock Stars

Coming up with fun and fresh poses for family portraits is always a joy, especially when you have great clients. I always try to make my clients feel like rock stars but sometimes they really play the part too! Here are a few selections from a recent family portrait session in Kapalua. We used the theme "Rock Star" to get things rolling and the family took it to a new level having fun and encouraging each other along the way.

We did formal portraits as well but had a little break with the "Rock Star" theme while the sun was coming down.

Limited holiday bookings are available. Email me at aubrey@aubreyhord.com for availability.

A hui hou,

Aubrey

http://www.aubreyhord.com/

Maui Honeymoon Photographer - Gwen & Ray!

I had the pleasure last week of photographing a happy newlywed couple from Waukegan, Illinois named Gwen and Ray who were not only celebrating their marriage but also visiting Maui for the first time.

We headed to Kapalua Bay which is oftentimes idyllic for photo shoots in the morning and at sunset.

It has a wonderful grove of coconut trees which serve as a scenic backdrop just above the beach.

Gwen and Ray wanted some formal photos as well as some candids so we had some fun getting creative all around Kapalua Bay.

They even decided to literally jump in with both feet and get wet in the ocean at the end of the

shoot, having a water fight and then posing together lying down just at the water's edge.

We even had the blessing of a rare visit by an endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal who was fishing for eels and playing in the bay just after sunset. Just as we finished our photo session, the seal came up onto the beach and settled under some trees in a protected cove on the beach. How amazing!

Most of the time, Gwen and Ray were laughing together which made it totally fun to shoot from my perspective and entertaining for everyone! I am so glad they chose me to photograph their first few days together as husband and wife. All the best to the two of you!

Congratulations to Gwen and Ray! Safe travels home and we will see you on your next visit to Maui!

A hui hou,

Aubrey

http://www.aubreyhord.com/