Megan+David: Adventurous Maui Couples Photographer

A few months ago I launched a Facebook contest calling for adventurous couples who were willing to canoodle in bamboo or snuggle on a mountain top rather than splash around in the surf. I got nine different couples to enter and four of them won!

This couple was the first to have their session done. David was born and raised on Maui and met his sweetheart Megan on top of a mountain in Laos. Did you just read what I said? On.top.of.a.mountain.in.Laos. I mean, really–is this the beginning of a Nicholas Sparks novel or what? These two are not strangers to adventure so I was elated when I found out that they won!

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Because David is from Upcountry Maui, I thought this location would be perfect. It boasts wide open fields, cool trees, and a stellar view of Maui on a clear day. The cloud ceiling was a bit low that day, but that certainly didn’t put a damper on these two.wailea maui sunset family photographer_0028wailea maui sunset family photographer_0033On our drive back down to Megan and David’s vehicle, we swung by some other great spots to snap some shots. Dave knew about this old abandon church; and I was pretty much in love at first site. Delapidated walls, flowering bushes and tall grass? Yes, please!

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We pulled over one last time to catch the last little glimpse of the sunset. The light was warm and creamy and these two were down for another location–so why not? Maui is so amazing in that pulling over to the side of the road can sometimes be the best location!wailea maui sunset family photographer_0031
David and Megan: Your love story is truly inspiring. From adventures on the top of a mountain in Laos to your adventures in parenting and living on Maui–you truly embody what it’s like to love to the fullest.

Thank you for entering my contest, it was truly a pleasure!

30 Comments

  1. Keith A. Palmquist
    Keith A. Palmquist on July 28, 2014 at 12:34 am

    You two look great!

  2. Lauren Al
    Lauren Al on July 28, 2014 at 12:38 am

    Beautiful!

  3. Ginger Diane
    Ginger Diane on July 28, 2014 at 12:48 am

    Beautiful pictures Megan!

  4. Natasha Fabijancic
    Natasha Fabijancic on July 28, 2014 at 12:49 am

    The last shot is beautiful – your faces are so expressive and full of love – it brought tears to my eyes.

  5. Kate Levinski
    Kate Levinski on July 28, 2014 at 12:52 am

    Not only do you see the beauty on the outside of this young couple, I see a the peace and inner beauty of true love,

  6. Jen Fordyce
    Jen Fordyce on July 28, 2014 at 12:54 am

    Beautiful shots of beautiful people!

  7. Sean Petrie
    Sean Petrie on July 28, 2014 at 12:56 am

    Fantastic photos!

  8. Erin Fleming
    Erin Fleming on July 28, 2014 at 1:13 am

    Beautiful shots! That Angie is one good photographer. 😉

  9. Nichole I. van Eikeren
    Nichole I. van Eikeren on July 28, 2014 at 1:19 am

    These are such amazing photos! Congrats to you both. And the last one is my absolutely fav!!! Gorgeous all around both of you and beautiful photography.

  10. Kari Mathews Gilbertson
    Kari Mathews Gilbertson on July 28, 2014 at 1:23 am

    Stunning photos!

  11. Megan Krump
    Megan Krump on July 28, 2014 at 1:26 am

    These pictures are fantastic! I really love the abandoned church photo! Gorgeous and what fun!

  12. Johania Alvarez
    Johania Alvarez on July 28, 2014 at 1:31 am

    The love is so visible in every single picture, you two are a wonderful couple, hope to see you soon.

  13. Astrid Perkins
    Astrid Perkins on July 28, 2014 at 1:39 am

    beautiful photos, beautiful location, beautiful couple

  14. Kelly Samuels Chappell
    Kelly Samuels Chappell on July 28, 2014 at 1:45 am

    Don’t you just love a great photographer? Beautiful pictures Megan!!!

  15. Kelly Froehle
    Kelly Froehle on July 28, 2014 at 2:42 am

    Great pictures!

  16. Jasmine Norrie
    Jasmine Norrie on July 28, 2014 at 2:47 am

    Beautiful!

  17. Hoang Tran Minh Phuong
    Hoang Tran Minh Phuong on July 28, 2014 at 3:48 am

    Nice couple & Nice view. Full of LOVE 🙂

  18. Dodi Pritchett
    Dodi Pritchett on July 28, 2014 at 4:24 am

    SO pretty! Great shots, lovely couple!!!!

  19. Michelle Taylor
    Michelle Taylor on July 28, 2014 at 4:26 am

    Beautiful photos! I love everything about them…and you guys look great!

  20. Tara Lindsey
    Tara Lindsey on July 28, 2014 at 5:14 am

    Amazing couple, amazing photos. They really capture the beauty these two share!

  21. Casey Terry
    Casey Terry on July 28, 2014 at 7:20 am

    Beautiful pictures!

  22. Kevin Casella Murphy
    Kevin Casella Murphy on July 28, 2014 at 8:14 am

    Beautiful photos of a lovely couple!

  23. Sarah Ellen Powell Boettcher
    Sarah Ellen Powell Boettcher on July 28, 2014 at 9:44 am

    So beautiful! Megan, you and David look positively blissful. What a wonderful photo shoot!

  24. Tara Pace
    Tara Pace on July 28, 2014 at 12:36 pm

    Beautiful pictures!!

  25. Paul Terry
    Paul Terry on July 28, 2014 at 4:44 pm

    You captured the rapture that explains young love.

  26. Mien Yap
    Mien Yap on July 28, 2014 at 6:28 pm

    I personally know Dave and Megan. You have captured their essence in all the photos: their love, their playfulness. The black and white is shouting : Perfect!

  27. Hannalore Herft
    Hannalore Herft on July 29, 2014 at 12:21 pm

    Amazing shots Megan – can see both lots of love and fun between you and David in the stunning locations around where you live too! Beautifully captured <3 <3 🙂

  28. Jill Davies-Wainman
    Jill Davies-Wainman on July 29, 2014 at 7:12 pm

    WOW!!!!! Congrats you 2!!! Those are such nice photos!!

  29. ÁlfrĂșn GĂ­sladĂłttir
    ÁlfrĂșn GĂ­sladĂłttir on July 30, 2014 at 1:42 am

    Beauties

  30. Barbara Considine
    Barbara Considine on July 30, 2014 at 11:13 am

    Beautiful couple

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