As a family photographer here in Maui for the last 13 years (13 years?! How has it even been that long) You could say I have experience in shooting here on the island. Through all weather and lighting conditions, I have pretty much seen it all. We have a choice of many beautiful beaches, but these are my top 6 favorite locations…
Ironwoods (Oneloa) Beach
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Ironwoods beach is in Kapalua on the North West side of Maui. Ironwoods is a beautiful long beach with plenty of space, the unique aspect to Ironwoods beach is that it has some very dramatic cliffs at one end of the beach. You can choose to shoot up on the cliffs, or stay down on the sand with the cliffs in the background. Ironwoods beach is great in the early mornings or at sunset. It can get windy up here in Kapalua but I think the wind adds to the emotion and feeling in the pictures.
Ironwoods Beach Family Photos
White Rock (Palauea) Beach
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White Rock Beach in Wailea is my favorite for mornings or sunsets. It is a beautiful crescent of sand backed by trees. It feels quiet and not crowded as it’s a hidden gem so stays that way. There are low rocks at either end of the beach, and palm trees on the far right side.
White Rock Beach Family Photos
Makena (Pa’ako) Cove
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Makena Cove is a stunning and well known beach, it can be crowded at sunset which is why I reccomend this beach only for sunrise photos. It has cliffs to stand on and lots and lots of lava rock and palm trees! It is the quintessential Maui Beach. Turquoise waters and a stunning backdrop for your family photos.
Murray Family Photos Makena Cove
Nutter Family Makena Cove portraits Maui
DT Flemings (HonoKahua) Beach
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Dt Flemings Beach in Kapalua is my favorite for sunset shoots on the westside of Maui. It is a little less windy than Ironwoods, it is less crowded and you still get those pretty light effects as the sun sets behind the cliff. The majority of my westside shoots take place at this beach.
Berg Family Photo Session in Kapalua at Dt Flemings beach
Paia Baby (Kapukaulua) Beach
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Baby Beach in Paia is a great location for an early morning sunrise shoot on the North Shore. Away from the crowds of the touristy areas this spot is great for a mini session. There is a small protected reef there with aqua colored water, and trees in the background.
Kanaha Beach
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Kanaha is another hidden gem, great for mornings, the light can get too bright at sunset. In the morning this spot is peaceful and quiet with no one around. I just love the look of the trees in the background.
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