What is included in the Mini Package?

A 30-minute on-location shoot for up to six people, 40 fully retouched high-resolution images in a private online gallery, reproduction rights, and required beach permits are included.

How many photos will we receive and when?

You will receive 40 retouched images delivered via a private gallery; delivery timelines are provided at booking and typically follow within the time specified by your photographer.

Can we change the location on the day of the shoot?

Photographers can adjust the precise vantage for light or crowding, but significant location changes may be limited by permits and travel time—confirm flexibility when you book.

What is the weather and cancellation policy?

The session fee is nonrefundable unless weather permits cancellation; photographers will communicate alternatives if conditions make safe or responsible shooting impossible.

Do we get printing rights?

Yes — the package includes reproduction rights and you can order prints directly from the private gallery.

Are permits required for all beaches?

Many popular shorelines require state or DLRN permits; the photographer secures necessary permits included in the session fee, but privately owned locations may have additional rules.

Mini Package: 30-Minute Hawaii Portrait Session in Haiku-Pauwela

Adventure Brief

Capture heartfelt moments on Maui’s north shore with a focused 30-minute portrait session for up to six people. The Mini Package delivers 40 retouched images, permit handling, and local expertise for authentic Hawai‘i photos.

30 minutes (session); 1–2 hours total including travel and prep

easy

From $552.44

On Maui’s verdant north shore, Haiku-Pauwela is a patchwork of rolling taro loʻi, ʻulu trees and a coastline where trade winds sketch patterns across the ocean. For couples, families, and small brands looking to record genuine moments against those island backdrops, the Mini Package offers a compact, professional portrait session that makes the most of a 30‑minute window. The Mini Package is a 30-minute on-location session for up to six people led by Hawaii-based destination photographers who prioritize storytelling and authentic emotion. Sessions include a private online gallery with 40 fully retouched, high‑resolution images and reproduction rights; photographers also handle required beach permits (state and DLRN requirements are reflected in the session fee). Meeting points vary with your chosen backdrop — think palm‑lined tidal pools, lava rock viewpoints, and broad sandy coves near Haiku-Pauwela — and your photographer will scout light and lines to maximize time. What sets this offering apart is its local knowledge. These shooters know where light holds on the grass roads above Paia, where a reef cut creates a gentle pool for unobtrusive family shots, and when the wind will lift a veil or scatter a child’s hair into motion. That guidance turns a brief session into a set of honest, unforced frames rather than hurried, staged portraits. Because the team works island‑wide, they’re comfortable shifting plans if a shoreline is crowded or if a late‑afternoon cloud softens the sun. Practicalities are simple: bring up to six people, expect 40 finished images delivered via gallery, and note the booking is nonrefundable except for weather‑based cancellations. The short format is ideal for elopements who want a quick formal pass between vows, families who prefer minimal fuss, or brands seeking a focused set of lifestyle images without a full‑day shoot. Plan to arrive fifteen minutes early to use your time for quick outfit adjustments and to walk to the chosen vantage; hair and wind can change rapidly on the north shore, so simple props and light layers help. Photographers will suggest poses but prioritize candid interaction over stiff direction, and lasting smiles. Environmental care is built into the workflow: photographers secure permits and are briefed on reef-safe practices and local access rules, so your portraits won’t come at the expense of fragile shorelines. For travelers staying in Paia or Kahului, Haiku-Pauwela is an easy morning or late‑afternoon stop that rewards small investments of time with vivid images that feel like Hawaii — not just a postcard. Whether you’re exchanging vows, updating a portfolio, or freezing a family season in time, the Mini Package condenses local expertise, permit know‑how, and fast delivery into a tidy thirty minutes that leaves you with images to share immediately and memories that last.

About Pono Photo Maui

Pono Photo Maui is a Hawaii-based photography studio located in Haiku-Pauwela, Hawaii. The studio specializes in wedding, elopement, family, and brand photography across Maui and beyond. Clarissa leads the team and frequently works with an assistant to provide attentive on-location coverage for ceremonies, portraits, and lifestyle sessions.

Pono Photo Maui offers a range of curated packages tailored to different needs and group sizes. Options include the Hau Package, Nio Package, Ohia Package, Hala Package, Koa Package, Mini Package, Ohana Session, Kohola Package, The Bronze Package, and The Silver Package. Many wedding packages emphasize professional editing and include full image rights; the Koa Package specifically notes coverage by Clarissa and her assistant.

The studio focuses on authentic storytelling and candid moments, aiming to preserve genuine emotion and joyful interaction in each gallery. Photographers capture ceremonies, portraits, family moments, and brand imagery using on-location shoots in Haiku-Pauwela, Maui, and surrounding areas. Edited images and full usage rights are part of the deliverables described for multiple packages.

Pono Photo Maui positions itself as a practical choice for couples and families seeking clear rights and professional edits, and for clients who want photographers experienced with Hawaii settings. Availability includes weddings, elopements, family portraits, and brand sessions. Prospective clients can review package summaries and contact the studio to confirm dates, coverage details, and final deliverables.

Pono Photo Maui is featured on The Adventure Collective, showcasing package options and sample galleries to help travelers plan photography services and easily book sessions across Maui and nearby islands.