Let's Begin Our Huaka'i


Business Hours

Mon - Sun 8:00am - 4:00pm HST


Phone: (808) 866-6696

Email: amber@makamaevisualstoryteller.com

Instagram: @makamae_photography


For questions on availability and inquiries, please complete the form below.


Young woman in floral dress and tropical flower crown poses by ocean rocks with long curly hair flowing.
FAQ

Describe your Style of photography.

I strive for every image to feel effortless, timeless, and authentically yours, infused with the warmth and elegance of Hawai‘i. You’ll receive a blend of refined posing and gentle, natural prompts, while still allowing space for your ʻohana’s true moments to unfold. This balance creates a luxurious yet relaxed experience — where genuine connection, graceful movement, and the spirit of aloha come together beautifully.

What time will my Shoot be?

I love to schedule most of my sessions during golden hour — those luminous moments just after sunrise or just before sunset — because this is when Hawai‘i’s natural light becomes its most enchanting.

During these windows, the sun sits low in the sky, casting a soft, warm glow that wraps gently around you. This light naturally smooths skin tones, reduces harsh shadows, and creates that dreamy, ethereal shimmer that enhances both the landscape and the emotion of the moment. For example, an early morning session might give you a delicate misty haze over the ocean, while an evening session can paint the scene with rich honey tones and a slow-falling golden light that feels cinematic.

Golden hour also allows for a more relaxed experience. The temperatures are cooler, the beaches are less crowded, and the mood naturally shifts into something calm and intimate — ideal for families with keiki, couples seeking romance, or ʻohana gatherings where everyone can settle in comfortably.

Whether you prefer the quiet stillness of dawn or the warm embrace of sunset, golden hour gives every image depth, dimension, and a timeless sense of aloha.

Where will the Photoshoot be?

After reserving your session and securing your retainer, you’ll receive an exclusive Location Guide—a curated collection of my favorite Hawai‘i settings, each chosen for its beauty, lighting, and luxurious island atmosphere. This guide will help you envision the experience and understand what to expect at each location.

Your session fee already includes the required Hawai‘i state beach permit, ensuring a seamless and worry-free experience.

For families wishing for something more intimate and elevated, we also travel to private homes and resort properties. Whether oceanfront or nestled in lush surroundings, these spaces offer a refined and personal touch to your portrait experience.

What should we Wear?

Once you book, you’ll receive access to our easy-to-use outfit styling portal for the whole family. Just enter the ages and genders of everyone in your session, and it will generate cohesive, photo-ready outfit ideas tailored to your group. Use it for inspiration, or order pieces directly through the tool — it’s simple, seamless, and we absolutely love it!

When will we get the photos?

You will receive a private online gallery of all of your final high-resolution images 7 days for the Li'ili'i session, 14 days for the Aloha session and 21 for the Nui session. From your gallery, you'll have the option to download your images as well as order additional digital files, physical prints, wall art and more!

Do you Retouch your images?

I ensure every image reflects my timeless, signature style. I provide light retouching to keep your photos natural, but I don’t heavily alter skin or body features. If there are specific images you’d like more detailed retouching, that service is available at $50 per photo.

How do you Choose what photos we receive? Do you send raw photos?

When going through your photos, I choose only the most flattering, best lit, beautiful images to process for you. We take out photos with eyes closed, hair blowing in your face, etc. We never give out raw images as they are large files that have not been processed and therefore do not showcase our final product.