A serene engagement session at Ossipoff Cabin in Oahu, Hawaii—overlooking the west coast and sunset. A perfect way to get cozy and intimate photos while enjoying a serene sunset.

Ossipoff Cabin, tucked high in the Waianae Mountains, is one of those rare places that feels like it’s been pulled straight from a dream. With its Japanese-inspired details—lantern-lit pathways, sliding doors that open to the lush outdoors, and a cozy, compact charm—it’s the perfect setting for a love story. For Keisha and Ryan, it became the backdrop for their engagement session, a place where they could slow down and just be together.

Leading up to the session, there was a bit of nervousness in the air—both from Keisha and Ryan and, I’ll admit, from me too. The forecast threatened clouds and rain, which made us all a little anxious. But sometimes, the best moments come when you embrace the unpredictability. And by the end of the day, the skies rewarded us with one of the most breathtaking sunsets I’ve ever seen—a fiery display of orange, red, and pink that stretched across the horizon, bathing the mountains and ocean in golden light.

That’s what I love most about sessions like this. It’s not just about the photos we take; it’s about the moments in between. The quiet exchanges, the laughter when someone trips over their words, the way two people look at each other when they forget the camera is there. Keisha and Ryan brought all of that and more. Even in the moments of uncertainty, they leaned on each other, finding joy in the simple act of being together.

From the terrace overlooking Waianae and Nanakuli to the cozy corners of the cabin, every shot felt like a little window into their story. And as the sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky with those impossible colors, it felt like the perfect reminder: love, like life, isn’t always predictable, but it’s always worth it.

If you’re looking for someone to capture your story—clouds, nerves, golden sunsets, and all—I’d love to be there for you. You can inquire with me here.