Andaz Maui
These images are from a multi-phase project at Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort, photographed across several trips as renovated rooms and villas were completed. Working in phases allowed for consistent visual direction while adapting to the construction timeline—maintaining continuity in lighting, styling, and overall tone. The approach was intentionally nuanced, with softer, more muted tones to reflect the brand’s relaxed yet highly considered sense of luxury.
Guestrooms were captured open and airy, with an emphasis on light and connection to the outdoors. In contrast, the villas were photographed with deeper shadows and subtle tones, highlighting their modern, minimalist character and more private, residential feel.
OUTRIGGER Kona Resort
These images were created across multiple shoots at OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa, returning as renovated spaces were completed. The goal was to keep the look and feel consistent across the entire property while capturing each area at its best.
The visual direction draws from the Kona coastline—where dark lava rock meets deep, shifting blues. That contrast carries through the interiors, with layered tones of navy, gray, and charcoal. The imagery leans a bit richer with more contrast to match the property’s energy and setting, while still keeping everything clean and approachable.
The early morning pool shots—no wind, calm water, and a quiet coastline—were some of my favorites.
H-E-B Coffee
Lifestyle and product photography for H-E-B in Kona, Hawaii.
Client: H-E-B, San Antonio
Agency: Plot Twist, Dallas
Chef Flora for The Food Network's BBQ Brawl
Meet Chef Flora Kamimura, grill master competing on The Food Network's BBQ Brawl. We had a wonderful photo session in Kona where she works as a private chef. It was a cloudy day, but once the grill fired up, it was warm and toasty!
