I’ve lived here close to six years now total. I’ve fallen in love with Hawaii. I know that no matter where life takes me a piece of my heart will always be here.

Since coming back to Hawaii this time around, I’ve dreamed of doing a Hawaiian Hula shoot. I really wanted to avoid anything super cheesy and wanted to honor the tradition with a beautiful, artistic representation.

I had such a great time and despite the 25mph winds we managed to get a few amazing shots!

Hawaiian Hula Dancers {Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer, Jennifer Buchanan - Sunshine Soul Photography}

Hawaiian Hula Dancers {Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer, Jennifer Buchanan – Sunshine Soul Photography}

These lovely ladies did so much more that just show up for the shoot. Part of the hula tradition is making the floral leis and dress. The ti leaf skirts were actually made specifically for this session and were hand woven together. Talk about talent! Everything you see was made special for this shoot by these gorgeous ladies.

I can’t say thanks enough for helping me to make my dream a reality!

xoxoxo

Jen Buchanan

Jen Buchanan
Sunshine Soul Photography
Okinawa, Japan Photographer

Specializing in Senior Portraits and Senior Portrait Photography on the lovely island of Okinawa.

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This gorgeous Class of 2016 Senior came all the way to Hawaii from Spokane, Wa for her Senior Portrait Session!

Malia, Class of 2016 {Senior Portraits Okinawa - Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer, Jennifer Buchanan, Sunshine Soul Photography}

Malia, Class of 2016 {Senior Portraits Okinawa – Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer, Jennifer Buchanan, Sunshine Soul Photography}

Malia, Class of 2016 {Senior Portraits Okinawa - Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer, Jennifer Buchanan, Sunshine Soul Photography}

Malia, Class of 2016 {Senior Portraits Okinawa – Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer, Jennifer Buchanan, Sunshine Soul Photography}

Malia, Class of 2016 {Senior Portraits Okinawa - Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer, Jennifer Buchanan, Sunshine Soul Photography}

Malia, Class of 2016 {Senior Portraits Okinawa – Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer, Jennifer Buchanan, Sunshine Soul Photography}

Malia, Class of 2016 {Senior Portraits Okinawa - Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer, Jennifer Buchanan, Sunshine Soul Photography}

Malia, Class of 2016 {Senior Portraits Okinawa – Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer, Jennifer Buchanan, Sunshine Soul Photography}

Not only is she stunning, she is supremely talented, too. She is an incredible dancer!

There was absolutely so much gorgeousness, it was horribly difficult to choose my favorites! I can’t wait to see what the future has in store for this beautiful Senior!

Thanks so much for choosing me!

xoxoxo

Jen Buchanan

Jen Buchanan
Sunshine Soul Photography
Okinawa, Japan Photographer

Specializing in Senior Portraits and Senior Portrait Photography on the lovely island of Okinawa.

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I had such a great afternoon with Taty updating her portfolio with a few fresh and fun new looks!

Model Portfolio Shoot - Okinawa Senior Portraits - Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer, Jennifer Buchanan - Sunshine Soul Photography

Model Portfolio Shoot – Okinawa Senior Portraits – Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer, Jennifer Buchanan – Sunshine Soul Photography

I had such an incredibly hard time choosing my favorites. Literally – they were ALL great. Here are just a few of my faves.

Thanks so much for choosing me!

xoxoxo

Jen Buchanan

Jen Buchanan
Sunshine Soul Photography
Okinawa, Japan Photographer

Specializing in Senior Portraits and Senior Portrait Photography on the lovely island of Okinawa.

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I am so incredibly excited to blog about Percie. Not only is she incredibly gorgeous, she is absolutely one of the sweetest girls you’ll ever meet. And, I’ve just heard that she was chosen as this year’s #1 Valedictorian for Kalaheo High School this year. Wow! What an achievement!

Percie - Class of 2015 - Senior Portraits {Kalaheo High School} - Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan, Sunshine Soul Photography

Percie – Class of 2015 – Senior Portraits {Kalaheo High School} – Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan, Sunshine Soul Photography

Percie - Class of 2015 - Senior Portraits {Kalaheo High School} - Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan, Sunshine Soul Photography

Percie – Class of 2015 – Senior Portraits {Kalaheo High School} – Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan, Sunshine Soul Photography

Percie - Class of 2015 - Senior Portraits {Kalaheo High School} - Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan, Sunshine Soul Photography

Percie – Class of 2015 – Senior Portraits {Kalaheo High School} – Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan, Sunshine Soul Photography

I can’t wait to watch what amazing things come her way.

Thanks so much for choosing me!

xoxoxo

Jen Buchanan

Jen Buchanan
Sunshine Soul Photography
Okinawa, Japan Photographer

Specializing in Senior Portraits and Senior Portrait Photography on the lovely island of Okinawa.

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I am so honored that Katie asked me to shoot some updated shots for her portfolio. We had a fantastic time and she is such an incredible model and has a beautiful soul.

Sarah Obringer with Whik’d Hawaii Hair and Makeup worked her magic and gave Katie LOTS of different looks.

Seriously, there were just too many from which to choose…

BOHO Styled Shoot (Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan - Sunshine Soul Photography)

BOHO Styled Shoot (Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan – Sunshine Soul Photography)

BOHO Styled Shoot (Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan - Sunshine Soul Photography)

BOHO Styled Shoot (Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan – Sunshine Soul Photography)

BOHO Styled Shoot (Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan - Sunshine Soul Photography)

BOHO Styled Shoot (Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan – Sunshine Soul Photography)

BOHO Styled Shoot (Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan - Sunshine Soul Photography)

BOHO Styled Shoot (Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan – Sunshine Soul Photography)

BOHO Styled Shoot (Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan - Sunshine Soul Photography)

BOHO Styled Shoot (Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan – Sunshine Soul Photography)

BOHO Styled Shoot (Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan - Sunshine Soul Photography)

BOHO Styled Shoot (Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan – Sunshine Soul Photography)

BOHO Styled Shoot (Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan - Sunshine Soul Photography)

BOHO Styled Shoot (Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan – Sunshine Soul Photography)

BOHO Styled Shoot (Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan - Sunshine Soul Photography)

BOHO Styled Shoot (Okinawa Senior Portrait Photographer Jennifer Buchanan – Sunshine Soul Photography)

Thanks again, Katie, for working with me. You’re amazing. 🙂

xoxoxo

Jen Buchanan

Jen Buchanan
Sunshine Soul Photography
Okinawa, Japan Photographer

Specializing in Senior Portraits and Senior Portrait Photography on the lovely island of Okinawa.

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