Koa & Kai Photography has been nominated for Best Photographer in Portland and Windham, Maine in the 2025 Best Of Awards. Vote now to support heartfelt, storytelling photography rooted in community and connection.

Where wild cliffs, sea-swept vows, and timeless love stories come together in Maine. Getting Ready & Vows at the Ogunquit River Inn Tucked along the serene banks of the Ogunquit River, the Inn cradled quiet anticipation. The late afternoon light spilled through the windows, wrapping around handwritten vows and the soft, nervous laughter of two […]

Discover Acadia National Park through a romantic, Swiftie-inspired lens. From secret gardens to golden hour vistas, tide pools, and vintage touches — a thoughtfully curated, luxury Maine getaway designed for your most poetic era.

Maine has a way of weaving magic into its seasons—each one whispering a different kind of story, shaped by light, texture, and rhythm. As a Maine portrait photographer, I see the seasons not just as backdrops, but as characters that breathe life into every frame. Whether you’re a local mother seeking to preserve the wonder of […]

I’ve always believed that the most powerful stories aren’t perfect. They’re honest. Raw. Wonderfully layered. And if there’s one thing I’ve learned—both through my own neurodivergence and years working in the mental health field with children of all needs—it’s that authenticity is everything. Photography, for me, isn’t about posing. It’s about witnessing. Especially when I’m […]

There’s something about summer in Southern Maine that feels like stepping into a storybook. The salt air, warm golden light, and the sound of waves meeting shore—it’s where memory and magic intertwine. Whether you’re chasing a slow, sandy day with your littles or seeking a quiet adventure before golden hour, here’s a list of Maine […]

Some stories feel like they were meant to be wrapped in seasons. Meagan and Tyler’s journey from pregnancy to parenthood unfolded like a Maine fairytale—beginning with a snowstorm in March and blooming into golden spring sunlight by May. Meagan was in her final stretch of medical school here in the Portland area, preparing to leave […]

Why Heirloom Photography Matters in a Digital World In a time where thousands of photos live on our phones and exist at our fingertips, there’s something deeply nostalgic about holding a printed image in your hands. It’s like going to a museum to see the timeless works of Degas, Monet, or Da Vinci, in person […]

Sunrise on the cliffs of Two Lights State Park in Cape Elizabeth, Maine Have you ever looked at a photograph and felt something stir deep within you? A warmth, a whisper of a memory, the sense that this moment was meant to be cherished forever? That’s the kind of magic I create—not just photos, but stories woven […]

As a Maine family photographer, my heart is drawn to capturing the magic of love, connection, and fleeting moments bathed in golden light. I believe the most meaningful photos are the ones that feel effortless—where laughter echoes against a lakeshore, the scent of salt lingers in the air, and little hands reach for wildflowers without […]