The Best Wedding Photographers in Waianae, HI

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The Hawaii Directors 
Rating: 5.0 (29 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Waianae, HI
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The Hawaii Directors is a premier wedding photography and videography company specializing in capturing the beauty of love against the breathtaking backdrop of the Hawaiian islands. With a cinematic approach and an eye for authentic moments, we craft timeless visuals that tell your unique love story. From intimate beach elopements to grand celebrations, our team ensures every detail is beautifully preserved, so you can relive your special day for years to come. Let us turn your wedding memories into a masterpiece.

Awarded Best of Zola
My wife and I are very happy with the results! Booking was easy, communication was fast, and our wedding day went smoothly. We didn’t have to stress at all, as the photographer helped keep everything on schedule. Highly recommended!
Matt J., a year ago
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Kylene Morgan Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Waianae, HI

I'm Kylene and I am a cinematic and storytelling wedding and elopement photographer based on Oahu Hawaii and serving all Hawaiian islands. I am devoted to capturing the authentic, raw moments that make your story unique. With a storytelling and documentary-style approach, I focus on the honest emotions and intimate connections that unfold naturally throughout your day, capturing your story with sincerity. My goal is to capture not just the beautiful moments, but the genuine emotions and the spirit of your celebration.

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Kylene Morgan Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography needs. From the very start, their communication was efficient, detailed, and customized to our specific preferences. The quality of their work was simply amazing - they captured the authenticity of our day in a way that was truly worth every penny. Kylene made the entire process flow seamlessly, catching precious moments that I didn't even realize were happening. We also Kylene Morgan Photography for our engagement shoot, and the best pictures from our entire wedding day are the ones they took. I could not have asked for a better photography experience or more beautiful keepsakes from our special day.
Layne Hartnell (., 2 years ago
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Masha Sakhno Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $9,800
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Award-winning Hawaii wedding photographer captures editorial imagery for the discerning couples appreciating a vibrant and unexpected take on wedding photography. Through artful compositions and thoughtful storytelling, I am to capture not just how your celebration looked, but how it felt.

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I originally found Masha through Zola and was impressed by her editorial style photos. I am so happy that Masha was available to photograph our wedding. She made me feel so comfortable and so gorgeous all day. My husband was nervous about being in front of the camera but she helped guide our posing and he looks very natural in the end result! Photography is a large part of the wedding day and I'm grateful I spent that time with Masha. I am picky about photos since my dad is very passionate about photography, especially film photography. The photos (both digital and the film ones) turned out absolutely incredible. She took both traditional wedding portraits as well as some very dreamy gorgeous editorial-like photos. It's hard to convey how happy I am about the experience. I'm already dreaming about another vow renewal so I can book Masha again!
Melinda, 2 years ago
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Oliver Sangalang Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Oliver Sangalang Photography specializes in weddings and portraits that feel genuine, timeless, and full of heart. With a relaxed and thoughtful approach, I focus on capturing real moments—from emotional vows and joyful celebrations to quiet, in-between glances you didn’t even realize were happening. The goal is to create images that tell your story naturally, allowing you to relive the feeling of your day for years to come.

Oliver Sangalang Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photographer. From the very first interaction, Ollie's communication was clear, honest, and detailed - putting us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of his work is simply stunning, with a natural, dreamy, and hauntingly beautiful style that captured all the special moments of our day just as we remembered them. Ollie has such an amazing eye, and I was initially nervous about posing, but he proved me wrong - the final photos are absolute perfection. I trust his vision and execution completely, and would always choose Ollie as our photographer. I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Aloyce R., 6 months ago
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Ella Merrill Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Hi there, I'm Ella! My passion is to create a fun and seamless wedding day experience for carefree and vibrant couples. I’m based in Honolulu, Hawaii, and available for travel worldwide to capture memories that will last a lifetime. Feel free to send me a message, I'd love to chat with you!

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I had a backyard wedding with 110 people in April and Ella was my photographer. She was one of the best part of the wedding experience! Not only was she easy to work with, professional, and punctual, she is one of those rare people you'll meet in life who genuinely has your (and your wedding's) best interest in mind. Ella's package included an engagement shoot and she made the fantastic suggestions to go to a dog beach in San Diego (we live about 2 hours away). We received a big batch of amazing engagement photos and the best part was that she made the experience fun for us. My husband and I are usually very awkward, but with Ella, it felt natural to pose and just have a good time. Ella and her partner worked tirelessly at our wedding and we are so happy with our 800 photos that we received. She was detail oriented, organized, but somehow made picture taking painless and chill. Her photos were bright, cheerful, and she captured the mood of our wedding perfectly. I'd hire Ella again in a heartbeat for any and all future photoshoots. She is absolutely amazing and you won't go wrong with Ella for your wedding!
Cathy, 4 years ago
Captured with Passion 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Aloha and congrats! You’re considering to get married on the beautiful islands of Hawai’i or beyond — your own slice of paradise! Our journey together means everything to me. I capture your day in the most spontaneous, colourful, and nostalgic way possible. I’m Tâm — a full-time Dutch freelance photographer with a passion for travelling the world and documenting once-in-a-lifetime moments for wonderful couples like you.

Awarded Best of Zola
So glad we found you and had you as our wedding photographer! You absolutely killed it with the photos, they don’t just capture moments, they tell our whole story. Every single one feels so alive! I can’t thank you enough for being so kind, fun, and (most importantly) patient, especially with me and my bridesmaids during the morning! Hope you had just as much fun as we did. And for any couples scrolling through trying to decide if this is your photographer, stop thinking about it and just book. 100% YES!
Roos & K., a year ago
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Grace T Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Waianae, HI

I’m Grace Troutman. I’m a wedding & elopement photographer who loves to frequent the West Coast, Hawaii, and the Midwest (where I grew up.) I approach working with my couples on their weddings from a place of trust and compassion, so I can document the day how it is true to them. No forced moments, no stiff posing, only true to life candid imagery. I’ve shot all over the world from Iceland, Ireland, & France to all over the Midwest, all the way to California and Hawaii, and I believe that you should say “I do,” in a place that makes you feel like home.

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Grace T Photography was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding. From the moment we first reached out, they were incredibly responsive and provided us with so much inspiration and guidance to help us plan the perfect day. Their team, including Hannah and Mike, were dedicated and fantastic. They captured our wedding in the most candid and romantic way. They helped us plan the flow of the day by contributing feedback and building the schedule, and we even got special moments, like a pair of bunnies that photobombed our engagement shoot! We couldn't have asked for a better photography experience and would highly recommend Grace T Photography to any couple looking for a talented and personable team to capture their special day.
Ashley B., 2 years ago
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LT² Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,500
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Hey hey 🤗 I’m LaDonna— Wedding photographer & videographer for the romantic, deeply sentimental, and camera-shy. I work with couples who want to make art of their genuine connection, and 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭 something when they look back on their day. Whether you’re exchanging vows barefoot on the beach at 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘦 𝘊𝘰𝘷𝘦 or getting ready at 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘚𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘒𝘰 𝘖𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘢, I’ll preserve the memory with care and soulful artistry, providing an experience that 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭𝘴 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘦. Based in Oahu, serving all of Hawaii + the mainland. Let’s turn your love story into artwork you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

Awarded Best of Zola
I’m typically shy and not very photogenic, so I was extremely anxious about how our wedding photos would turn out. But after finding LaDonna through a Facebook ad, I immediately knew I wouldn’t have to worry if she was our photographer. She took the time to understand me and helped me find my confidence in front of the camera. By the wedding day, I felt completely at ease and able to focus on the moment with my husband rather than my insecurities in my head. LaDonna and the LT² team captured everything beautifully, balancing candid moments with fine art shots that truly tell our story. The photos are so authentic, and I’ll cherish these memories forever, along with the confidence I gained. Thank you, LaDonna, for an unforgettable experience! 3 7.27.24
Katie F., 2 years ago
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Iwalani Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Hi! I am Kristen Iwalani... a local girl from Oahu, HI who loves to tell couples stories through photos. My hope is to connect and serve your as best as I can while also delivering some beautiful photos. I love making this process easy and will show up for all your questions and preparations.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kristen from Iwalani Photography is a complete joy to work with. She is a true professional and her gallery displays her incredible skill and creativity. She works well with her clientele and is kind and friendly to everyone around her. When we work on weddings together, Kristen is attentive to the couple, listening to their requests and making every effort to provide excellent customer service. She is communicative with the team of vendors and very easy to work with. I am more than happy to recommend Iwalani Photography!
Kelehua Kawai, Officiant, 4 years ago
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Charina Photo Hawaii & Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,650
  • Serves Waianae, HI

We’re not just photographers — we’re memory makers. At Charina Photo Hawaii & Co., we capture your unique story with heart and intention. With nearly six years of experience, our team creates a warm, stress-free atmosphere filled with laughter and love. We’re fully prepared for any challenge — from tricky lighting to unexpected weather — so you can focus on the joy of your day. With a spotless track record and genuine care for every couple, we’re here to turn your wedding moments into timeless memories.

Awarded Best of Zola
I can't thank David and Charina enough for capturing our wedding day so beautifully! From the moment we first connected, Charina made everything so easy with her clear communication and kindness. She really listened to what we wanted and made us feel completely at ease throughout the process. On the wedding day, David was so professional yet warm—he blended right in, captured all the little details and emotions, and never made us feel staged or uncomfortable. The photos turned out absolutely stunning, and Charina's editing brought them to life in such a timeless and elegant way. We originally planned to pick just 60 photos, but the entire album was so beautiful that we ended up purchasing the whole thing—it was impossible to choose! We are beyond happy with our wedding gallery and will treasure these memories forever. If you're looking for a team that truly cares about their couples and delivers incredible results, David and Charina are the perfect choice! - Arriane
Arianne, 9 months ago
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Maricarmen Maffioli 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Waianae, HI

I am Mari, an international destination wedding photographer specializing in bespoke, multi-layered visual storytelling for couples who appreciate intentionality. Designed for discerning clientele who demand the extraordinary, my approach blends the editorial sophistication of high-fashion publication with the timeless elegance of fine-art wedding photography. From private estates in Lake Como to secluded luxury resorts in French Polynesia, I curate effortless, organic photographic experiences in the world’s most exclusive locations.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were left in TEARS! Each photograph captured the essence of our day in such a beautiful & authentic way. It was like reliving every moment, every emotion, all over again. Book her now, if looking since she only takes a handful of weddings each year.
Grace & J., 2 years ago
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Beth Sweitzer Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Based out of O'ahu, Hawai'i, I serve couples all over the Hawaiian islands and throughout various destinations worldwide! Crafting photos that bring your wedding dreams to life is my top priority. I always chat with my couples throughout the wedding planning process so that I can get to know their personalities, vision for the wedding, and hopes for their photographs!

Awarded Best of Zola
Beth was an absolute dream to work with, and I can’t recommend her enough! From the moment we saw her portfolio, we knew we’d found something special. Her ability to capture both the big, breathtaking moments and the small, intimate ones is absolutely stunning. If you’re looking for a photographer who is not only talented but also super sweet to capture your love story, Beth is the one! She made us both feel so comfortable in front of the camera and was a joy to work with. We’re so grateful we found her, and we’ll treasure our photos forever!
Jenny, 2 years ago
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Maiwahine Creations 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Aloha, I'm Mai, the photographer who will be capturing your day from start to finish. My passion for capturing your special moments is something that I can't get enough of. There's just something so beautiful in telling someone's love story through my lens that is just so magical it has me wanting to do it Every, Single, Second. I consider photography to be an Art of storytelling and I would be honored to be a part of your day. Allow me to capture your love story, so that you can tell it to others.

I came across Mai's profile and after reviewing her website I reached out with many questions. She was very responsive and after a brief call, I loved her energy and decided to go with her. The pre-wedding communication was easy and Mai joined us for our wedding rehearsal at the venue. On the wedding day, we worked with Mai and her second shooter Amy. They were lovely to work with and felt more like ohana than just our photographers. They captured our entire day and were so accommodating. While we anticipated our wedding photos to take some time, Mai shared a few sneak peaks and were blown away. After a few weeks only, we received our entire album and are so grateful and happy with the images. We can't thank Mai and Amy enough and definitely recommend them to anyone.
The D., 2 years ago
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Absolutely Loved Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,850
  • Serves Waianae, HI

The mother-daughter duo of Absolutely Loved Photography blend their expertise to create idyllic visual stories. Based in Hawaii for 30+ years, Stefanie and Anna have captured countless weddings at the islands most luxurious resorts and private estates. Their passion is to create timeless photographs and a personalized photography experience.

My fiance and I did our engagement photo shoot with Anna and Stefanie. The photos turned out more beautiful than we could have imagined! They gave us helpful suggestions for poses and made us feel at ease. We had a great experience working with Anna and Stefanie and would highly recommend them.
Marina M., 2 years ago
Taylor Dewey Photo 
Rating: 4.2 (5 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Waianae, HI

I am a lover of love and adventure. I am a pretty down person (I free dive with sharks so if that doesn't say something...) I moved to Hawaii in 4 hours notice and quit my corporate job to chase my dreams and here I am! I'm a bit of a minimalist like to think I'm pretty fun. I'm an ocean conservationist and use my skills to also educate people about human impacts and ways to make shifts in our own lives in order to help the planet. I am really big on quality over quantity. I would rather deliver a handful of WOW photos over a ton of average photos to fill a number.

Taylor was such a phenomenal part of our special micro-wedding! She really listened to our requests and made sure we took everyone photo we were hoping for! On another note, with our wedding being a destination I was unable to meet with Taylor before our wedding and I never once felt uncomfortable during the process. She made sure we discussed all the details and ensured me she would be able to deliver what we were dreaming of. I would highly recommend using her services even if you are dreaming of a destination wedding! We highly recommend using Taylor as your wedding photographer (you wont regret it)!
Julia, 5 years ago
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Sarah Murdock Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Aloha! My name is Sarah and I am so excited that you're considering me to capture your special memories. I'm a wedding and couples photographer based on O'ahu, but I am always up for island hopping or going anywhere beyond!

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I am a wedding planner local to the Carolinas and I can truly say that Sarah is one of the most professional, flexible, and quality photographers I have worked with!! As a planner/coordinator, my job is to help keep wedding day on schedule - and Sarah did an AMAZING job of prioritizing capturing our bride + groom’s sweet moments, while simultaneously keeping us right on time. I also love the quality of her photos - she keeps things light and airy while maintaining the true colors of the photo! HIGHLY recommend to anyone looking for a wedding photographer!
Ashley Skutka, 4 years ago
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Joshua & Inez Photography 
Rating: 4.2 (5 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Waianae, HI

We are a husband and wife photography team with over twelve years combined experience. This has grown from a hobby we both enjoy into our life's passion and livelihood. We specialize in weddings, elopements and engagements. We deliver beautiful, heirloom photography that will be with your family for generations, but deep down, our hope is that all of our clients grow into friendships. We know that isn't always the case, but after spending one of the most important days of your life with you, we love to see how your new family grows and brings you joy through the years.

Awarded Best of Zola
Nellie and Josh are true professionals. They have a unique way of capturing moments that turn out truly spectacular. As someone who struggles with body image, Nellie made me feel completely at ease and the photos made me feel like a goddess. I could not recommend them more, you will not regret their service.
Christina W., 5 years ago
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Theel Productions 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Theel Productions was founded with an editorial emphasis, and at one time focused solely on working with fashion brands and models. When branching into weddings, the same principals of light, angles, and editorial stylings were translated into usage with couples from around the world. This unique background produces the most beautiful results - magazine worthy wedding photos. Available for worldwide travel, Theel Productions is passionate about creating a full luxury experience for their couples.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we first spoke with Ari from Theel Productions, we knew we had found the perfect photographer for our wedding. Ari has a warm, friendly, and cheerful communication style that instantly put us at ease. She is an expert at what she does, and her talent was evident in the way she authentically captured every special moment during our engagement shoot, rehearsal dinner, and wedding day. We truly felt so special to work with Ari - she is incredibly talented, detail-oriented, timely, and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. I could not recommend Theel Productions enough to any couple looking for a top-notch wedding photographer.
Lynsey B., 2 years ago
Hawaii Wedding Film Photographer Megan Charlotte Karbowski 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Hi, I’m Megan—a film photographer based on Oʻahu and in Colorado, traveling worldwide. I’m passionate about preserving the magic of weddings through the timeless beauty of analog photography. My work is rooted in honest, artful moments—candid, unscripted, and full of feeling. I love the texture, warmth, and intention that film brings, and I’d be honored to document your day with images that feel both timeless and true.

Megan flew from Oahu to the Big Island to shoot our wedding in Kona back in January and I have only good things to say about her. She was so sweet and easy to work with through the whole process. We met with her on a call before the wedding to discuss our vision and she was able to help me narrow down our packed shot list and schedule for the day. Of course things don't go as planned the day of and she was flexible when we had a few changes during get ready photos. My husband has captured many of our moments on film so it was important to us that we found a photographer who shot film for our wedding photos. Megan did offer to shoot a mix of film and digital but we both agreed that the feel of film was what we were looking for. Megan took such amazing care to capture all the big and little moments from our day. Within a couple weeks Megan delivered over 500 images to us in a digital photo album for us to download. We are overjoyed to have these beautiful images to look back onto for the rest of our lives.
Rosa + M., a year ago
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Illuminate Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Waianae, HI

My favorite part about my job is helping my couples get exactly what they want from their wedding documentation. I specialize in digital and analog film and love to document the real moments and make you feel comfortable in the process. It is the small glances and simple moments where the memories often get blurry, so let me watch your day unfold and work with you to create a gallery full of memories.

Awarded Best of Zola
lindsay is simply amazing. she turned our destination wedding into a truly amazing day! with her exceptional eye for beautiful shots, backdrops, moments, vibes, candids.. we now have an amazing album filled with candid, funny, emotional, and stunning photos. thanks lindsay
Kim and M., 5 years ago
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Makamae Moments, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Waianae, HI

We are Lei and Kris Todd, your photographers for Makamae Moments, LLC. We're a newlywed couple who’ve been together for over a decade. Our love story that started right here on the island of Oʻahu, where we were both born and raised. As proud graduates from the heart of Kalihi, our roots run deep, and so does our love for storytelling through photography. What began as a casual hobby of snapping photos on our travels, slowly grew into something much more. Now, it’s our passion and purpose... capturing life’s most precious moments for others.

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From the moment we first spoke with Makamae Moments, LLC, we knew we had found the perfect photographers. Their communication style was professional, friendly, and respectful, and they were clearly knowledgeable about their craft. The quality of their work was simply amazing - they were able to capture stunning, vibrant photos even in dimly lit situations, and were quick to get started when we were running a bit behind schedule. The final photos brought tears of joy to our families, and we will absolutely be booking them again in the future for any other special occasions. Makamae Moments, LLC made our wedding day that much more special, and we cannot recommend them highly enough.
Moani K., 9 months ago
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Maiara Mussen Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Hi, I’m Maiara, but you can call me Mai! I'm a wedding photographer based in Oahu, Hawaii, passionate about capturing love stories in beautiful locations. My style combines the natural beauty around me with authentic, candid moments, creating timeless images. Originally from Brazil, I speak English, Portuguese, and some Spanish, and I’m here to tell your unique love story. I serve clients in Oahu, Southern California, and worldwide for destination weddings. My goal is to capture special moments while ensuring you feel comfortable, confident, and fully present in every shot.

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Mai has been the best decision I have made when finding a wedding photographer! She brilliant, professional, talented and just an amazing person. She’s took our engagement and wedding photos. I am absolutely obsessed with her work and loved spending all this time with her. Thank you, Mai, for giving me and Alex an amazing experience and making us feel so comfortable during our photo sessions. You are an absolute joy to be around!! Please keep her in mind when looking for a photographer for your wedding :)
Lindsay G., 2 years ago
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mar mizunaka 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Waianae, HI

these are the values that drive my biz: you are allowed to be YOU: this is a space that was created out of a ferocious desire to give the permission for you to be fully and fearlessly you. this is a space where you are wanted for being exactly YOU. embrace the ordinary: there is truly nothing better than right here, right now: the present moment is the sacred ground that holds all of who you may be, but more importantly, who you are right. now. be curious: the most beautiful things in life lay in the listening. we are surrounded by beauty, wisdom, groundedness, genius, love… if only we will listen.

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Working with Mar was the absolute best! My husband and I are not the most affectionate, but when we received our pictures, we love them so much. She captured our love and our story perfectly. During my getting ready pictures, she made me comfortable and beautiful. I never felt any awkward times and she made every moment a good time. She caught the most fun pictures of my husband and I, along with our wedding party. When my Maid of Honors or coordinator were not around, she held on to my blotting sheets and lip gloss, made sure I was good, it was great! She was more than our photographer that day and we absolutely appreciated it, and loved it. It was a quick turnover and such quality work; we would recommend her to anyone!!
Fabe + M., 4 years ago
Toto+Meme Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waianae, HI

We are a brother-sister photography team focused on creating stress free and fun photoshoots and delivering wall worthy portraits! We were born in Chile and were raised in Japan and now live in beautiful Oahu, Hawaii.

My husband and I worked with Enzo, who did an incredible job! He made us feel at ease and made the process feel very natural. He scoped out all the spots beforehand and was able to be flexible when our original shoot date was taken over by an insane tropical storm. We could not have been happier with our experience and our photos! Thank you Toto&Meme!
Claire L., 2 years ago
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Smile N Kiss Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Meet Hiep, the heart and soul behind the lens at Smile n Kiss. With over a decade of calling Hawaii home, he's crafted a special talent for freezing magical, love-filled moments in time. His keen eye for detail and knack for making clients feel right at home make him the perfect choice to capture the essence of your wedding day.

I recently had the pleasure of working with Smile N kiss for my wedding on Oahu, and I couldn’t be more thrilled. From the outset, Heip was professional, friendly, and incredibly easy to work with. He blended seamlessly into our celebration, making everyone feel comfortable and relaxed. The photos are simply stunning. Heip has a keen eye for detail and captured the joy and emotion of the day perfectly. Each shot against the beautiful Hawaiian backdrop tells a story, and we are beyond grateful for these memories. In summary, Smike N Kiss is a fantastic wedding photographer. His professionalism, approachable nature, and remarkable talent make him a joy to work with. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for exceptional wedding photos.
Liane M., 2 years ago
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Alvea Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Our clients are individuals who are fascinating in many ways. Their love stories bring us laughter and move us to tears. They are living proof that love is still a thing in these crazy times. Here at Alvea Studios, we won't provide you with just photographs, but with tiny memories capsules. We will make sure that you are happy with the results not only after the shoot, but for many years to come.

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Harold with Alvea Studios is by far one of the kindest, most professional, and fast working photographers and videographers I've ever had the opportunity to work with! When I initially reached out to Harold for videography, he not only responded super quickly but was also able to listen and HEAR what my dreams and visions were of my big day. My wife and I eloped on Oahu and Harold not only delivered the most stunning images as a photographer, but went even further to deliver the most heartwarming elopement ever. Even when I show my friends, the always tear up. When I sit in the quiet moments of life and want to sit back and reminisce of Hawaii and the love that I share with my wife, I watch the video that Alvea Studios made for us. It's perfectly cinematic. It makes me feel like my love story is worth being seen and that it's perfect and beautiful. Not only that, but the cinematic and storytelling way that Harold captured both of us makes me feel like not only is our love story uniquely ours (which he captures perfectly) but also that it's something epic and truly a romance for the ages. Every time I know someone is going to Hawaii for a wedding, an elopement, or even a vow renewal, I ALWAYS refer Harold and Alvea Studios. His attention to detail is beyond measure and I cannot thank him enough for creating the perfect memories for my wife and I to share and cherish for the rest of our lives. And for those of you wondering if you should invest in a videographer, I can tell you that photos are great but video hits different. And if you want to look back in 1 year, 10 years, in 100 years and show your love story for how it actually is--which is a lifetime romance of the ages, videography with Alvea Studios is the way to go. Please, go and book him now. You won't regret a single moment. I'm eternally grateful to Harold and his team for creating this masterpiece of an intimate and perfect moment that stands still in time forever.
Nate & F., 5 years ago
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Amy M. Lee Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Waianae, HI

My name is Amy Lee and I'm excited to share a little bit about myself. I was born and raised in Taiwan and later spent four years living in Japan, which is how I became fluent in Mandarin and Japanese besides English. Now based in Hawaii, I'm fortunate enough to call this beautiful place home. When I'm not behind the camera, you can usually find me indulging in one of my many hobbies. I love coffee, snowboarding, and traveling - in fact, my goal is to visit at least two new countries each year! If you're planning a wedding, elopement, or engagement shoot in a far-off destination, count me in.

What can I say except for we are in Love. The entire experience with Amy was 5 stars! Excellent communication, she was flexible with my wedding timeline, and she was able to capture moments that I was not able to see myself. She is friendly, courteous, and professional, worked in sync with our videographer. We have seen our preview photos and they can't be any better. We will be booking her again for future events!
Jasmine L., 6 months ago
Carol Oliva Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Waianae, HI

I’m a published fine-art wedding photographer specializing in editorial, destination weddings across Hawaiʻi and California. My work blends cinematic landscapes, film-inspired tones, and genuine, unscripted moments to create timeless imagery that feels both refined and deeply personal. With a calm, unobtrusive approach, I allow couples to fully experience their day while I document both the grand celebrations and the quiet, meaningful details in between. From sun-washed coastal ceremonies to elegant estate weddings, my focus is always on creating photographs that feel as powerful decades from now as they do today.

Carol was the best photographer a bride could ever ask for! Her and her second shooter Mohammed, made the day so much fun and really captured the most amazing shots of our special day. Even the guys had fun! She is so talented and it was so fun to share in her creative process and be her muse. My husband and I are so in love with the images and album - everything exceeded our expectations! She was professional, skilled, reliable and so loving. She also knew how to be direct and take charge in a crowd, which is always a plus. She captured the nature and spirt of the day perfectly, we felt like royalty. I can't wait to book her for many, many more special moments in our lifetime together!
Chelsea le R., 6 months ago
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Evermore Creation 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Hi there! My name is Alexandra but I go by Alex. I have a lot of energy and I'm a go-getter. I love capturing and preserving memories, I love helping people to smile and enjoy themselves, and I love meeting new people. Being in front of a camera is not easy but my job is to make it as painless and normal as possible and hopefully you will pay more attention to where we are and who you are with than what we are doing. My goal is to work with my clients time and time again, to document the different stages of their life- so hopefully this isn't a one time deal because I'm here for the long haul if you want me!

Alex was the BEST! She was an amazing friend to begin with, and a great photographer for my wedding. I chose her because I looked at her previous work and it was exactly what I wanted. She pays attention to detail and makes sure to photograph in the perfect spot, with the right lighting, and make it fun all at the same time. I enjoyed her company on my wedding day. I feel like it makes a big difference in your mood going into the ceremony. I’d highly recommend her to anyone getting married!!
Emily, a year ago

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