The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Waianae, HI

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Waianae, HI

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374 Wedding Photographers in Waianae, HI

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Captured with Passion 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Waianae, HI
  • Offer

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.

Tâm brings a super cozy and open atmosphere that immediately made everyone feel at ease. He walks around very confidently and with a joke here and there he gives people good instructions. He really took the time for us and really added value to the day. The photos are exactly what we had in mind and we can't wait for him to shoot our big wedding this summer!
Hagar & H., 10 months ago
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Grace T Photography 

5.0

  • 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Grace is pure MAGIC! We had the absolute pleasure of working with Grace for our engagement photos and our wedding day - She came highly recommended from trusted friends and when you see her work, it's easy to understand why! Grace is attentive, warm, inviting. She truly makes you feel 100% comfortable being in front of the camera which is not a small feat. By far the best investment we made throughout our entire wedding process was the decision to work with Grace and her team. We now have the most incredible photos that will last a lifetime and we could not thank Grace enough!
Ali L., 10 months ago
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Iwalani Photography 

5.0

  • 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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blanc Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Based in Honolulu, Hawai‘i, blanc photography, led by award-winning artist Jun Tagai, offers an editorial, meets fine art approach to wedding storytelling. We believe your wedding day is not merely an event, it is the first chapter of a legacy. From quiet glances to unspoken emotions, every fleeting moment carries meaning. Our work is devoted to preserving the authenticity, the beauty, the laughter, the tears, the subtle gestures, in timeless imagery that feels as genuine as it is exquisite. Because your love deserves to be remembered not just beautifully, but truthfully, real, radiant, and entirely your own.

blanc Photography was amazing!! We can’t get over the photos Jun captured of our ceremony. 10 out of 10 recommendation!
Laqunya & M., 6 months ago
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Charina Photo Hawaii & Co. 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • 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.

Charina Photo Hawaii & Co. were the perfect photographers for our engagement & wedding. From the moment we first spoke with them, we were impressed by their warm, genuine, and friendly communication style. They took the time to understand our vision and made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera, capturing every moment so naturally and authentically. The quality of their work is truly creative, timeless, and memorable - we couldn't be happier with the beautiful photos that will help us relive our special day for years to come. Hiring Charina Photo Hawaii & Co. was one of the best decisions we made, as we gained not just stunning photographs, but a team who truly cared about our story and brought it to life with heart.
Janit, a month ago
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Theel Productions 

5.0

  • 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., a year ago
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Brittany Klatt Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Heyyy! I'm Brittany and I'm a wedding and elopement photographer based on Oahu. I have a passion for traveling + adventure! I will travel to any of the Hawaiian Islands and beyond to capture your special day!

Awarded Best of Zola
Where do I even begin?! From communication to execution, everything was utter perfection. From the start, Brittany listened to my elopement vision (sometimes crazy) and gave her recommendations and expertise. The day before the forecast called for rain so she helped brainstorm other locations in the event we couldn't hike, but *thankfully* it did not rain and we met at the base of the mountain the next day about an hour before sunrise for a sunrise ceremony! Not only did she drive a way to get to the mountain, she hiked up with us, and took epic pictures at the top and back down at a cove. Pictures were sent back to us super quickly and were STUNNING! My friends and family still talk about our pictures to this day (3 years later). They even turned out better than our large family friend's wedding back home. If you are looking for an adventure shoot, elopement, wedding, bridal, engagement, or whatever, DON'T hesitate to book Brittany. She is the BEST!
Soraya and S., 2 years ago
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Illuminate Photography 

5.0

  • 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., 4 years ago
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Makamae Moments, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waianae, HI
  • Offer

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.

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., 25 days ago
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mar mizunaka 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,250
  • 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Mar photographed our engagement session, and from the very beginning, she was thoughtful, patient, and incredibly easy to work with. She gave us great suggestions for locations, was flexible with planning, and made the entire process feel effortless and calm. On the day of the shoot, I was feeling rushed, unprepared, and honestly not very confident. But Mar’s presence shifted everything. She made both me and my fiancé feel so comfortable and seen—even though we had never taken couples photos before. Her calm energy grounded me, and by the end of the session, I felt radiant. As a melanated woman, I’ve often worried about how my skin would be captured on camera. Mar didn’t try to lighten or alter anything—she embraced who I am. I looked like myself in the photos: natural, beautiful, and deeply loved. That meant so much to me. Mar is more than just a talented photographer—she’s someone who truly sees people. I left that day not only with stunning images, but with a full heart and deep gratitude. I can’t recommend her enough.
Chantel W., 8 months ago
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Kris Ou Phouto 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Waianae, HI

I am a local, born and raised kamaʻaina of the island of Oʻahu. As a teenager and into adulthood, I fantasized about being a wedding photographer. Today, I get to live and share my pipe dream with amazing people right here in my island home in Hawaii. Your Big Day is as special as you are, as individuals, as a couple, and as a growing family. I have come to find my purpose in helping people highlight what glows about them.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kris is a wonderful choice for a photographer who is truly, at their core, client centered. As a fellow wedding professional, I can say working with Kris is a delight. She is tech-savvy, has great resources for her couples and just a great human. We are currently collaborating on a wedding and she is proactive and has amazed me with her organization. I feel completely confident recommending her to any couples looking for a photographer. When you are getting your pictures taken, choose Kris to help tell your story!
Heartfelt Ceremonies, 4 years ago
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Smile N Kiss Photography 

5.0

  • 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 

5.0

  • 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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We hired Alvea Studios to take our first maternity photo shoot back in 2019, both my husband and I were expecting our first baby! We got to choose the location to have our shoot and both Abbie and Harold made both my husband and I feel incredibly comfortable. We are ones to not take pictures but I knew this was a milestone in our life we wanted to remember, I left having fun and it was the utmost positive experience we’ve ever experienced! Both were 100% professional, accommodating and captured every moment. After seeing the final product of pictures we were incredibly happy as it came out perfect! Something for my son to see when he gets older. They both were so awesome we also ended up hiring them to do my engagement photos in the summer of 2019 as well after my son was born! They even made a wedding teaser video for me, which came out awesome! Harold and Abbie have a gifted talent, to capture a moment in time with their photography I’ve never seen before with past professional family photos taken when I was a child. In the end I hired them for my wedding, my second maternity shoot back in 2021 and the last two years for our holiday Christmas cards. Consider them for any event you may have, both again are extremely professional and great at what they do!
Marci and H., 4 years ago
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Jasmine Brooke Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Through my lens, I capture the beauty of this tropical paradise and beyond, striving to create emotive and captivating images. With recognition as an Airbnb "Once in a Lifetime" Experience Host and on USA Today's 10 Best for my work on The Vida Mia, I bring a unique perspective to my photography. Collaborating closely with clients, I aim to translate their vision into captivating visuals, whether it's a destination wedding or unforgettable engagements and proposals. I believe in the power of storytelling through photography to inspire positive change and deeper appreciation for our world.

Jasmine was an absolute pleasure to work with. She took initiative to get to know my fiancé and I prior to our photo shoot, offered excellent photograph location options tailored to our unique interests, and made the experience fun and stress-free. Our photographs are stunning and I can’t stop smiling every time I look at them! Thank you for providing us with pictures and memories to last a lifetime!
Shabnam, 2 years ago
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Evermore Creation 

5.0

  • 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!

We couldn’t be happier with our experience working with Alex for our wedding. From start to finish, she was professional, attentive, and a joy to work with. She captured our day beautifully. The photos are absolutely stunning and they truly tell the story of our day. We’ll cherish them for years to come. She is an incredibly talented photographer! Not only is her work fantastic, but her friendly personality made us feel at ease on such an intense day! We can’t recommend Alex enough. Her eye for detail and ability to capture genuine emotion is something really special. Thank you again for giving us memories we will always cherish!
Fana T., 4 months ago
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Sheyanne Lyn Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $8,200
  • Serves Waianae, HI
  • Offer

Meet Sheyanne, a globally recognized wedding and elopement photographer based in Hawai'i, USA. With a portfolio gracing the pages and sites of prestigious publications worldwide, Sheyanne is celebrated for her ability to capture the intersection of effortless elegance and luxury in every frame. Her distinctive style seamlessly weaves together digital and film photography, offering couples a meticulously curated visual narrative that encapsulates the timeless essence of their love stories, whether they unfold in the heart of Hawai'i or at destinations across the globe.

This review is LOOONG overdue, but I always kept it on my eventual to-do list because Sheyanne is INCREDIBLE. She is extremely kind-hearted, welcoming, and (obviously) TALENTED!!! I was a bit nervous because we were planning a wedding in Hawaii from California, but from the first initial phone call with Sheyanne I knew she was the one. Her art speaks for itself, but her mix of professionalism and warmth sparked the connection for my now husband and I. She is truly a wonderful human being. Her pre-wedding checklist helped to bring our wedding vision to life due to Sheyanne's remarkable eye for photography. I told her to experiment and to feel free to try out new unique shots with us and gooooodness, did she deliver. I was blown away at the moments she was able to capture - your wedding day goes by so quickly, it's important to work with a photographer who will capture every precious shot. I look back at our photos with a huge smile as every memory rushes back to me, thanks to Sheyanne. Like all photographers, you will get what you pay for. Please don't see wedding photos as an "expense," but rather as an investment. Sheyanne was worth every penny in our budget, not just because of the art she produces, but her sunny demeanor and the ability to make you feel comfortable, like you've known her for years. Thank you Sheyanne for giving us such a wonderful experience! To anyone still reading this long-winded review – BOOK HER! You will not regret it!
Nikki, a year ago
KAI-PHOTO HAWAII 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Our goal is to provide an exceptional experience to each of our clients from the very beginning to the very end - not just on the wedding day. In fact, we were recently awarded Best of Weddings Hall of Fame for consistently exceeding our client's expectations year after year. We understand that for most of our clients, this is their very first time planning a wedding and we know that it can sometimes be overwhelming. We are here with you on this exciting journey and welcome any questions that you may have along the way. We will also be checking in with you periodically with tips & advice to help you to plan your day like a pro.

Not only in the sense of being utterly professional, but also being so amazing at capturing the perfect photos. We are thrilled with our entire album - They are beautiful. Everything on our special day was captured perfectly. From pre booking until the day of our wedding, we knew we were taken care of - from perfectly planned timelines and tricks to get the kiddos to smile to emergency kits with safety pins for the MoB - everything was carefully thought out.
Rebekah P., 3 years ago
Sarah Jual Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Hi there! I'm Sarah the one-woman show behind Sarah Jual Photography! I'm a wedding and elopement photographer based in Honolulu, HI. It's your one magical, ridiculously awesome, once-in-a-lifetime day. You’re bringing together friends and family - people from every phase of your lives who are there to celebrate one thing: your love. I'll be your girl to capture it all! Over the last 5 years, I've served couples for their weddings, elopements, anniversary, and engagement sessions across Oahu and other Hawaiian islands.

I started looking for wedding photographers by stalking the Instagrams of photographers on Oahu. It was really important to us to have somebody local to Oahu, whose creative vision and editing style matched our preferences. (These preferences were specific: I love colors, wanted a photographer who would bring out the green environment and colorful flowers rather than making everything "sad beige" style, but also have sort of classic/romantic looks, and bring authenticity). Sarah fit all these things perfectly! Sarah was wonderful to work with, easy both in our pre-wedding planning and on the day-of. She "got" our vision pretty much right away, and it was easy to both improvise things and fit in shots from the list that we wanted. We were looking for both silly/casual/fun photos but also some beautiful shots with views of our gorgeous venue, and we loved how they all came out! I'd highly recommend Sarah as a wedding photographer!
Elizabeth W., a month ago
Linked Hawaii 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Waianae, HI

I am a wedding photographer with 10+ years in photography and just over 3 years working exclusively with weddings and couples. I absolutely love what I do and being able to be a part of something so monumental in each of my clients relationship. My goal is to help out in the stressful moments with my experience to make sure everything runs smoothly, and then to blend in and capture the moments of joy from the background for the majority of your day.

We hired Josh and Nellie to do our engagement and wedding photos back in 2020. They were exceptional in everyday. Even after our wedding they maintained contact and are now great friends of ours. Do your self a favor and hire this amazing photographer duo!
Jake & T., 3 years ago
Valory Evalyn Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Aloha I’m valory!! I’m a wedding and elopement photographer based here in Oahu, Hawaii but travel to all Hawaiian islands for weddings 💕 my goal is to make this process as stress free and fun as possible! I’ve been photographing weddings for the last 6 years full time and I KNOW how to get all the shots you want and the shots you never knew you wanted! These are the photos you and your family will look back on years down the road so that’s why I always put 110% in for these!

Valory is such a great person to work with! Professional, makes you feel comfortable and confident, and communication was really easy. We’re absolutely in love with our wedding photos!!
Laurel T., 3 years ago
Kay Salera Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Waianae, HI

Kay Salera is an award-winning, international photographer, who has been photographing couples in various locations all over the world. She is originally from Japan and now calls Hawaii her home. She has lived throughout the United States, Canada, Thailand, Italy, and France, and is always ready for the next adventure. She enjoys incorporating each couple's unique love story by seeking out breathtaking backgrounds and capturing one-of-a-kind, intimate moments.

We're honestly speechless. Our wedding pictures should be enough to show how incredible and amazing Kay is. She's so professional, understanding and talented!! If there's a photographer everyone should hire at any of their events, it's Kay Salera. She an international photographer and she has so much experience. Everyone is shocked by how beautiful the pictures came out ! 100000/10
The M., 2 years ago
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Baer Images Hawaii 
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Waianae, HI

HEY, IM LAUREN I haven’t been everywhere but I’ve been around and I can tell you that Hawaii takes the cake – hell, it takes the whole damn dessert bar! I love it here and I can’t wait to share it with you.

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