faqs

What can we expect from a typical session?

I try to make the session fun for everyone! I’ll even tell a dumb joke or two to get the teenagers to smile. HA! I love to shoot during golden hour. The glow is just amazing and can really enhance the photos and experience. Watching the sunset together with your loved ones helps create those memorable moments and that’s what I love getting out of your sessions; the memories captured.

A typical session starts by meeting at the designated location. I’ll introduce myself and walk you over to where we’ll be taking pictures. I’ll then explain how I will photograph the evening so everyone is on the same page and knows what to expect. From there, we get started! For my most common sessions, (Family Sessions) I will photograph the family together, kids together, kids individually, and couple together. I’ll even take some time to be sure you get other pairings you’d like and ideas you’d like to try as well. I will help guide you through poses and even tell you just to have fun and enjoy the moment for those sweet candids. I want your experience to be fun and relaxed. I might even ask if you’re willing to get in the water so you might want to consider bringing a change of clothes if you get wet and plan to go to dinner after.

Sometimes parents will worry about their littles being high energy and possibly not willing to do photos. No worries!! I have had a lot of experience photographing kids. My biggest thing is to let them be themselves. I’ll follow their lead. It’s best to keep them happy! I do have some tricks up my sleeve to ensure they look at the camera for posed and candid shots so please no worry.

As a photographer, it is my job to help you with your session; if you have any questions at all, do not hesitate to reach out to me. Together we will create delightful memories that you will have for a lifetime.

What to wear?

Try not to match too much, coordinate instead!

You have the session booked, and the location picked. But what in the world are you and your family going to wear? 

I would suggest to begin with choosing a color palette, not matching colors. Set the outfit choices based on this color scheme. It doesn’t have to be stressful – light or dark, choose a broad theme, and go from there. This will ensure each family member retains their unique style while looking good as a unit. The point is for your family to look cohesive. Not every color fits or works for every person! Just have fun with it, and above all else, be comfortable.

Most importantly, be you! Show off the best version of you, but don’t be scared to be a little extra! Feel free to bring with you lei’s and flower crowns or even a bottle of wine for a special occasion!


How do you deliver photos and When will I receive them?

Each client receives their own private password protected photo gallery via a web link sent to their email. I create a gallery for “Prints” and “Web Share Only”. Every image comes in Color and B&W. My typical turnaround time is two weeks, however during the busy seasons like Summer and Fall it can be up to three weeks depending. If you’re planning a special announcement and need your photos right away let me know and I’ll see what I can do!


Where can I get lei’s or a Lei Po’o? (Flower Crowns)

If you’re not sure where to get lei’s, I highly recommend messaging Floral Artist, Kacy at https://www.instagram.com/bloom.kanani/ ! Let her know Mandi sent you and I will pick up your order and bring it/them to the session!