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Welcome to Aihara Visuals Blog!

My blog is where I share my most recent work, specials, thoughts and random images of my family and friends. Check back often..I have a lot to share!..

Thank you for taking the time to visit. Have fun looking around!

~ Kimberlee

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aiharavisuals@hawaii.rr.com

About Kimberlee...

I am a wedding and portrait photographer on the most amazing island, Maui! I have been on the island for close to 20 years. I am a wife and a mother to two wonderful boys and keeper of many pets :)...Roxy our Olde English Bulldogge, Shelly our Sulcata Tortoise, Q-tip our white fluffy cat and too many fish and koi to name.

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Scott & Stephanie ~ Ulua Beach, Wailea

Wednesday, December 31, 2008 Posted in Weddings

Scott & Stephanie were married yesterday at Ulua Beach in Wailea. I loved the colors and details at this intimate beach wedding. Ulua beach had quite a few beach goers but once Stephanie began her walk down the sandy isle all eyes were on her. She looked radiant. Scott’s father married them under a beautifully draped bamboo covering as friends, family and beach goers all watched. We have had quite a bit of rain lately but the rain subsided for their day and we had a warm sunset. Scott and Stephanie were so nice to work with. They gave Joanna and I lots of time for portraits which is always nice. About sunset the headed up to the Marriot for a nice reception dinner. Thank you two for having us capture your special day. I wish you much happiness and many fun adventures as husband and wife..

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Joanna captured the flowers in this set. There were turtles carved in the sand….

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We had a bit of fun with Scott and his groomsmen before the ceremony…

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Then all eyes were on the lovely ladies. Joanna captured these two…

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While the rest of us waited for the bride on the beach…

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Husband & wife. I love the kiss that Joanna captured as well as the hug in the greenery…

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Hurray!!! We are married….

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The radiant ladies…

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I loved the colors that Stephanie chose…

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Now time for the bride and groom…

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On to the reception dinner…

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Milliken & Binns Families…

Tuesday, December 30, 2008 Posted in Families

I had the pleasure of meeting up with the Milliken & Binns families last Sunday at Napili Bay on the west side of the island. Our weather has been a bit rainy the past few weeks but we were so pleased to have a dry day for photos. Everyone was great to work with. Thank you guys for meeting up with me! I hope that the rest of you time in the islands was filled with fun, a bit of sun and laughter! We photographed a bunch of different family combinations…here are a few of my favorites…

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Hawaii Bridal Expo ~ Honolulu

Thursday, December 25, 2008 Posted in AV News, Weddings

I will be at the Hawaii Bridal expo at the Neal Blaisdell Center in Honolulu January 16-18, 2009. Stop by my booth and say “hi” if you are in town.

Check out this website for more info: Bridesclub.com

Hope to see you there!

~Just a few more days left for this special~ Please let me know if you would like to hold a date~

**2008 Pricing Special**

Packages and prices have recently changed .

2008 prices will be honored for Wedding Photography Packages booked before December 31st 2008. Contract and Deposit must be received before 12/31 to hold the date.

Please email me if you have any questions: aiharavisuals@hawaii.rr.com

…mention this blog special…

You can see my 2008 price list here : 2008 Prices

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Melissa’s Smitten Blog…

Thursday, December 25, 2008 Posted in AV News

I have been reading Melissa’s Smitten Blog for a few months now. It is a great source of wedding ideas and inspiration. You can check it out here: Melissa’s Smitten Blog

I was checking it out the other day and was so excited to see that she used one of my photos in a recent post..it is a tiny pic but I was tickled pink anyway :) You can see the post here: Eight Maids

It is the top right photo of the lovely bridesmaids from Ryan & Arlyn’s wedding that I shot back in November.

I just had to share as it made me happy :) Thanks Melissa!

~ Kim

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Terrance & Melissa ~ Westin, Kaanapali

Wednesday, December 24, 2008 Posted in Weddings

Terrance and Melissa were married yesterday at the beautiful Westin Villas in Kaanapali. They had an intimate ceremony for just the two of them. We were the only guests! After the ceremony we met at the Napili Kai Resort for some beach photos at the stunning Napili Bay. We had a lovely sunset and breezy trade winds. It turned out to be a wonderful evening. Terrance and Melissa had a private dinner awaiting them overlooking Napili Bay. Congratulations you two. Thank you for having Joanna and I capture you special day.

I also wanted to thank Joanna for all the help she has given me this past year. She has a wonderful “eye” and I am so thankful that we have been able to help each other on so many events.

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The next two sets were caught by Joanna

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I love seeing the different takes on the ring exchange…

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and “the kiss” that we capture…

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Joanna captured these next two sets…

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While I was photographing a wide angle shot of the sunset Joanna zoomed in close for the gorgeous sunset image in the middle…

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The Banks Family ~ Keawakapu Beach, Kihei

Wednesday, December 24, 2008 Posted in Children, Families

I met up with the Banks family last week for some fun family portraits. Keawakapu beach is such a nice location. We met at 8 in the morning..The beach in the morning is usually a gorgeous shade of blue. We had sunny skies and no wind, A perfect morning. The banks family were such a joy to work with. Kids always make for fun and entertaining session. Thank you Banks family for having Joanna and I capture your memories in Maui…

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Ryan & Kelsey ~ Royal Lahaina Resort…

Monday, December 8, 2008 Posted in Children, Weddings

I met up with Ryan & Kelsy last week at the Royal Lahaina Resort. There ceremony was held on the grounds overlooking the ocean. Kelsey was such a stunning bride. We had time for a few getting ready photos which is always nice. Ryan Looked very handsome as well. I loved the look on his face when he saw his beautiful bride coming down the isle. They were joined by a lovely group of family and friends for their special day. After the ceremony we took he bridal party to Kapalua Bay for some photos.Ryan and Kelsy were naturals in front of the camera ;). Thank you two for having Joanna and I capture your special day. Congratulations!…

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Nate & Tracy ~ Ulua Beach, Wailea

Tuesday, December 2, 2008 Posted in Engagement Sessions

I was so happy to meet up with Nate & Tracy last Friday evening for an engagement portrait session. We met at the beautiful Ulua Beach in Wailea. There were so many gorgeous elements at this beach. Nate and Tracy were so easy going and fun to work with. We had calm weather and an amazing sunset. I am looking forward to photographing their wedding next April. Thank you Nate and Tracy for spending the evening with Joanna and I…

I love the fun bodysurfing shot that Joanna captured!…


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Chris, Analynne, Cyrus & Sire ~ Kamaole II Beach

Monday, November 24, 2008 Posted in Children, Families, Fun Stuff, Maternity

I had the pleasure of working with Chris & Analynne at Kamaole II Beach in Kihei. I have photographed quite a few events for their family including their wedding a year ago and their engagement session . It was really nice to work with them again. The boys are getting so big! Cyrus & Sire were so well behaved and smiled non stop for me :) I am so glad that we had nice weather. A storm had just passed and we were left with a lovely sunset. Thank you guys for having me capture more family memories for you…

A few funny ones…

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Charlie, Erica & Sarah

Friday, November 21, 2008 Posted in Children, Families, Maternity

I was so happy to photograph my good friends this morning. We met at Sprecks Beach bright and early. I was worried that the weather wouldn’t cooperate as we are expecting a storm either today or tomorrow…well it was beautiful! We started out with a few family portraits. Sarah is such a sweetie, so mellow and happy. I could photograph her all day. We were able to get a few maternity portraits of Erica as well. I think there is nothing more beautiful than a full, pregnant belly at the beach :)

It is always so fun to share what I do with my friends and family. It brings me so much joy to see them smile. Thank you Charlie, Erica and Sarah for spending the morning with me…

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