Janny Gibson: Hawaii’s Young Mother of the Year
March 4, 2012 | Filed Under Family, Slideshows | 2 Comments
When I heard the news, I could not think of a more deserving person. She is an incredible example and inspiration to me and to all those who know her. When life throws lemons, she truly makes lemonade! Her smile is contagious and her attitude towards life is amazing. 2012 marks a memorable year for Janny Gibson. She has such a big heart that reaches far beyond that of her own family. Chosen for Hawaii’s Young Mother of the Year award, Janny is sure to touch many more hearts this coming year.
It was a real joy to spend the morning photographing Janny and her beautiful family! Born and raised in Lanikai, she wanted to capture memories of her family at their beach. Documenting the moments their family had playing together was so tender and sweet. I’m glad to have been a part of that.
These are my favorite kind of family portraits! Laughter, love, playful interactions…some of the best things in family.
Infusing laughter into their daily routine is a natural part of life for the Gibsons! Once the kids started twirling and jumping around, they all joined in the silliness.
This is a beautiful picture. To me is says: togetherness.
See more of the Gibson Family below:
Gibson Family from Jenni Speed.
Janica: Class of 2012 {Kailua Senior Portrait Photographer}
March 2, 2012 | Filed Under Senior Portraits, Slideshows | Comments Off on Janica: Class of 2012 {Kailua Senior Portrait Photographer}
I loved this photo session with Janica. It was a beautiful afternoon with glowing sunlight sinking behind the mountains. Absolutely perfect for her Senior Portrait photo session.
This is such a beautiful image. I love her smile and I love the way her whole face is glowing.
I love getting really creative with senior portraits. When I saw this field of purple leaves, already surreal looking, I knew we’d have some fun here.
Janica, you are so fierce!
See more stunning photos from Janica’s senior session below:
Janica from Jenni Speed.
WPPI 2012
February 18, 2012 | Filed Under Couples, Events | Comments Off on WPPI 2012
WPPI-Wedding and Portrait Photographers International Convention
I am heading off to attend WPPI this week. I love getting to know other photographers and seeing all the fun new products on the market for professional photographers. An intense week of photography classes and workshops is ahead…and I am ready for it all! I can’t wait to come back home with tons of inspiration for this next year.
Below are a few of the photos I took at Me Ra Koh’s garden party last year. A huge part of these mini workshops was raising awareness for Thirst Relief.
LOVE
February 14, 2012 | Filed Under Couples, Family | Comments Off on LOVE
On Valentine’s Day there is an inevitably romantic and tempting spirit in the air. It drives our minds and can make us do the most unpredictable, sometimes foolish, sometimes childish and immature things.
What will you do today to say I LOVE YOU?
Family Portraits Kailua: The Christensen Family
February 7, 2012 | Filed Under Family, Slideshows | Comments Off on Family Portraits Kailua: The Christensen Family
Lively, fun and creative, the Christensen Family was a blast to take photos with. We headed up behind the Ko’olau Golf Course and spent some time hiking through the lush forest up the Old Pali Road trail. As a family who loves hiking together, it was a perfect place to capture their personalities and playfulness as a family.
Johnny Utah is an amazing hair stylist with his own new studio here in Kailua! Check him out here.
Check out a slideshow of the Christensen Family below:
Christensen Family from Jenni Speed.
