Cassie Pali's powerful underwater portraiture has been recognized several times by the International Spiritual Art Awards in the past few years. Most recently she has won the category of Photographic Fine Art with the piece ‘Rise Up’. ‘Rise Up’ and its accompanying poem was inspired by the trials of facing breast cancer for both herself and her daughter. It focuses on moving upward from initial fear and uncertainty to finding the strength within to confront and overcome adversity. Capturing the beauty and grace that is found underwater, Cassie creates fine art pieces that showcase Hawaiian culture, goddesses, and mermaids in the ethereal world. She works with clients and models to create magic in her fantasy portraits.