"As two people who don’t take many pictures, Malia answered all of our questions and was incredibly helpful during the whole process."
Caedyn & Christian
"Malia was absolutely wonderful to work with. She made the whole process feel relaxed and fun, and captured beautiful moments for our family. She was professional, kind, and made everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. The photos came out even better than we hoped for."
Lauren
I'm Malia, Nice to meet you
Meet the Photographer
I'm a Seattle University graduate and Seattle native, now living and working in San Francisco.
Since I began taking photos 9 years ago, I’ve always tried to carry my personal philosophy into my work--Maya Angelou once said: “people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel”, and I truly believe that through capturing special moments with my clients, we can create that feeling that lasts beyond the few hours we spend together.
more about working with me
I’m passionate about working with couples who love openly, authentically, and unapologetically—those who value genuine connection over perfection. My focus isn’t on orchestrating picture-perfect poses or curating staged moments, but rather on capturing the honest, unscripted emotions that naturally unfold throughout your day. From fleeting glances and spontaneous laughter to quiet gestures and joyful chaos, I aim to preserve the subtle, meaningful details you may not even notice in the moment—but will come to cherish for a lifetime. My approach is rooted in storytelling, so that your photos feel not just beautiful, but deeply personal and true to who you are.
