Kia Orana!
My name is Meari Malia. I love capturing the essence of island life through my lens. My nationality is a combination of Cook Island, Samoan, Danish and New Zealand. Having lived all my life in Rarotonga, the Cook Islands culture holds a special place in my heart. As a young female artist, I draw inspiration from vintage photos of our vaine (women) gracefully dancing in muumuu and adorned in colonial-style dresses. I love to incorporate cultural elements in my photoshoots. Whether it be a pareū (sarong), a strand of black pearls or just a simple poe tiare (flower).
At the age of 14, my parents gifted me my first camera, alas Malia Photography was born. Alongside photography, I find joy in traveling, painting and trying new food! Life in Rarotonga is a constant source of inspiration, never ceasing to captivate me.
I love tipani's. I love rainy days. I love dumplings. I love the motu. I love clothes, dressing up. I love drawing. I love a house full of plants. Hanging chairs. I love ura, hearing the sound of the beating drums. I love to laugh. I love sweet floral fragrances. I love candid shots. Above all, I adore my family.
More than just photos, I’m all about providing you with an amazing client experience, I want to be friends! I seek authentic connection, raw emotion, the laughs, the in-between moments, the real you and me. If you'd like to have your family or wedding portrayed through my eyes , I would love to meet you!
