Hello!

My name is Mahina (pronounced like Marina, but with an H).

I was born in rural Hawaii, grew up in the deserts of New Mexico, have traveled and briefly lived many places along the way, but have found home here on the Olympic Peninsula.

I have been described by a friend and client as a mirror who reflects people’s beauty back at them, and I love that. I definitely have a unique ability to see the beauty in all things, and I have a passion for making people feel comfortable and beautiful in their own skin.

I am also passionate about nature and specifically about getting kids into nature! I have been working since 2021 as an outdoor educator through Olympic Nature Experience, and I also create and teach nature art through the public schools with the Peninsula Performs program at Field Hall Arts & Events center.

I got my degree in oil painting, which gives me an artistic perspective on photography. I love to play with light, color, props, posing and details, and my mind is constantly open to trying new and creative things.

I love all types of portraiture, but my favorite types are high school seniors, families, business & product photography, and babies and pets!

I work primarily with natural light because I love the softness it brings, but I do have a lighting kit that I can bring on location to get professional, studio style lighting for head shots and special effects photography as well!

All of my shoots are on-location, so we could take photos at your house, one of the many incredible nature areas on the peninsula, your business, or just about anywhere!

And I love answering questions, so please don’t hesitate to ask.