Hulopo’e Bay Wave Curl
A blue wave breaks while approaching the shore at Hulopo’e Bay, Lana’i, giving us the chance to see inside the wave curl–a brief moment in time sought to be seen by many. read more
Author Archives: Karanik Photography
Reflecting Plumeria
White and yellow plumeria float at the water’s surface causing reflections of petals on the ocean ceiling. read more
For Those Gone Ahead
A seaside cross illuminated by the setting sun offers a peaceful scene to all who come across this memorial marker on Maui. read more
Sun Meets Sea
In Hawaii the sun meets the sea faster than at higher latitudes, creating a shorter sunset and an urgency to witness the brief event. read more
Somewhere Under the Rainbow
A brightly lit rainbow spans the sky and hillside on Maui’s west side, set apart by the soft white clouds behind it, making us stare in amazement. read more
Shy Hawaiian Monk Seal
Found only in the Hawaiian islands, a Hawaiian Monk Seal shows off its shy side on a Maui beach. read more
Reef Turtle
A Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle spreads its fins and flies over a shallow rock and reef ocean bottom in Hawaii. read more
Honu Hellos
A green sea turtle pops up to say hello to curious snorkelers at one of Maui’s shallow shorelines. read more
Lunch Time for a Sea Turtle
A Hawaiian green sea turtle casually flies through clear ocean water just above a shallow reef keeping a keen eye out for a bite to eat. read more
Kaohikaipu Island, Hawaii
Here the small island of Kaohikaipu is seen standing not far offshore from Makapu’u Beach Park on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. read more
Underwater Sunshine, Mahinahina Beach
Mahinahina Beach, Maui seen from under the ocean looking skyward through shafts of sunshine piercing the water. read more
Napili Sunset
A gorgeous Autumn sunset from the beach at Napili, Maui unfolds with clouds low and high, beautiful oranges, calm seas, and silhouetted palms. read more