Art that makes you feel
island nostalgia.
film inspired.
that homemade feeling.
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Aloha, i'm kelly aleynah, a maui based photographer.
I’m a salty beachy bum, sun lovin wahine who values experiencing the depths of life. Nice to meet you! I am so excited you made your way here and are considering working with me. I love all forms of art, but photography is something truly special. As an intentional storyteller, it’s my honor to capture heartfelt memories and support you in creating an authentic experience to achieve photos that feel timeless! Life is a ceremony and every moment is sacred. My work is all about capturing honest connections between humans, in the most natural way possible. Creating a safe space to support your unique essence shine through during a session is the greatest privilege in the world. I am elated to have the opportunity to get to know you and your love story.
get to know me
"Absolutely our favorite part of the trip"
"Omg. Working with Kelly was absolutely our favorite part of the trip. Kelly gave us a gift to last a lifetime. The photos are so, SO beautiful. I cannot thank you enough! My mom wants to print so many of them."
-Melinda & Wayne
"From the moment we met, she made us feel completely at ease"
“I’m still speechless every time I look at our photos. From the moment we met, Kelly made us feel completely at ease. It didn’t feel like a photo shoot, it felt like hanging out with a friend who happened to have a camera. She gave gentle guidance while still letting us be ourselves, and somehow captured every little in-between moment that felt the most us. These photos we’ll cherish them for a lifetime.” -Lauren & Craig
"Kelly has this grounded, calming energy that made us feel so seen"
“We were both a little nervous before our shoot, but those nerves disappeared within the first five minutes. Kelly has this grounded, calming energy that made us feel so seen and celebrated. It was such a fun and connected experience, and when we got the photos back, we were floored. Every image was thoughtful and beautiful. I know we’ll be looking back on these photos for years to come, and I’m just so grateful to Kelly.” -Julia & Jason
"We were laughing the whole time.."
"I honestly didn’t expect to love the experience as much as I did. My husband and I are usually super awkward in front of a camera, but Kelly made it feel effortless. We were laughing the whole time, and somehow she turned candid moments into pure magic. I’ve looked at the photos a hundred times and still get emotional. Truly one of the best things we’ve done together and would recommend to any couple wanting to capture memories on Maui." -Megan & Reece
values
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artist core
01. spirit
My personal connection to spirit is a huge inspiration for my photography and art. Having a relationship with the lord and the beautiful nature he created helps shape how I see the world and how I am able to tell a story. I am grateful for each experience in my life that has brought me closer to God. It’s the little whispers that remind me that I am aligned with my purpose and helping capture other peoples special moments in life is a gift.
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02. connection
It’s simple. I LOVE to feel connected to others. I am a people person and having the opportunity to make meaningful connections is what lights me up. I love to be the person who others feel completely comfortable around right off the bat. It means so much to me when someone can let their guard down and just be real. I see the beauty in imperfections and truly believe each one of us has something so unique and special to bring into the world and that is why being able to connect with others is an integral part of my day to day.
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03. freedom
I have always been told I have a free spirit and I totally agree. Feeling free from the box society likes to put us in is so important to me. Never do I want to feel constricted in life or in my art. Freedom leaves room for messy, real, innovation. One thing I have learned over time is how important my autonomy and the autonomy of others is in order for us to feel safe to be who we really are. This is why freedom is a core value of mine. Not just for me, but for everyone who interacts with me. Everyday I intentionally choose to embody freedom and help others see they can make that choice as well.
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04. creativity
I mean this is why I am an artist right? Creativity is my blood sweat and tears. It’s what wakes me up in the morning and helps me stay grounded. It’s how I look at the world around me. Creativity has always been something that has come naturally to me, although over the years it has become a staple part of who I am. From interior design to photography, to baking, to floral arrangements I literally choose to be creative in every way of my life, and that’s what helps me feel closer to God and my purpose.
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05. presence
A reminder to slow down and take it all in.
This is where the magic lives — in the way your fingers brush, the way light wraps around you, the way your laughter lingers. I aim to capture the in-between moments, the ones that can’t be posed or planned. Because when you’re fully present, the story tells itself. There’s no need to perform here. Just be. I’ll guide you into comfort, and from there, we let the real moments unfold.
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