The Best Editorial Wedding Photographers in Waimanalo, 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.

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.

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.

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.

Emily Choy is a destination wedding photographer creating artful, enduring photographs on digital and film. With an approach that blends thoughtful direction with an instinct for the unscripted, Emily photographs the full texture of a wedding day: the classic portraits, the fashion and design, the people you love, and the fleeting moments you never could have planned. Based in Hawaiʻi and photographing celebrations throughout California, New York, Europe, and worldwide.

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!

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Make Your Wedding Day Legendary! For the couples who dare to stand out, who crave the flair of editorial-like storytelling, and authenticity in every frame, we're here to bring your special day to life. Whether you're envisioning a mountaintop surprise proposal, an intimate elopement, or a grand wedding, we'll create an experience that's as unique as your love story. We believe that your love should be a reflection of who you are as a couple—your quirks, your passions, and most importantly your journey. That's why we take the time to get to know you, to understand your vision, and approach your story with grace.

Hawaii’s very own renowned wedding photographer, Derek Wong, has captivated his audiences with his inspiring editorial wedding images. Derek thrives on creativity and explores every wedding to capture honest and romantic images. His photojournalism is elevated to capture all the emotions that seem to pass us by so quickly. His professionalism and soft demeanor gives him a very approachable style to get in close to the most intimate occasions without compromising any moments.

Hey there friend! My name is Sunny Golden and I'm a wedding photographer based on Oahu, HI! I'm all about getting to know each other and making your photography experience not-so-intimidating! I'm not here to put you into some cookie-cutter, stiff poses. You are WAY too unique for that! I'm about letting you love each other the way you do best and encouraging genuine interaction. My goal is come alongside couples, listen to who they are and what's important to them. So I can then capture their special day in a way that that is meaningful to them. Not just generic and typical. I want this is be the very best for YOU!!!

I am so glad you found me. I would love for you to join me on this photography journey of mine and allow me to capture your special moments. I started doing photography as a hobby in 2021. I was working remotely and I started to feel very unfulfilled with life. I wasn't happy with my job, and I realized that I deserve to love what I do for a living. We all deserve it! The more I started taking photographs, the more I realized how much happiness it brought me. You're telling me I get to meet amazing people from all different paths of life AND capture the beauty of them all while in Hawaii? It doesn't get any better than that.

We have photo packages available to fit every budget. We can also create a custom package, especially for your unique ceremony and we can include the activities both before and after your nuptial celebration. Contact us for more information about building a package that is the perfect complement to your bridal needs.

Hello! We are Christian and Ana. We have put together the best wedding photo & video team in America. Whether you are camera shy or not, you will get beautiful photos with us. That's why couples are raving about us: we get beautiful photos out of EVERY SINGLE WEDDING!

My husband and I come as a photo team! We feel your day should be captured your way! So we tailor our style and editing to each unique couple! It’s not about us, it’s about you. We will help you document what is most important to you, the way you envision! Just like you, we have felt awkward in front of the camera. We’ve had photos taken of us that we didn’t like. We will make sure you not only feel comfortable, but that you look good! We give you prompts to keep you moving so you look and feel natural and comfortable.

My journey into photography started with my love for travel and planning my own wedding through graduate school. Life eventually brought us to Hawaii in 2014 where my business was born and grew into the thriving business that it is today! I now have photographed hundreds of families and weddings! I always had a creative heart in me but never had the chance to embrace it until Hawaii came along. This is why this place will always hold a special place in my heart.

If your idea of a perfect elopement or micro-wedding involves a wild location, a quirky Airbnb, or just tossing tradition out the window—hi, hello, I might be the photographer for you. My company is Southeast based, but absolutely not glued here. I’ve photographed love stories all over the U.S.—NYC, Denver, Vegas, NOLA, Savannah, etc.

I'm Bree - With over fifteen years of experience documenting love stories in Columbus, California & Hawaii as well as International when needed. I believe wedding photography should feel calm and grounding. My approach is guided, not always posed; present, not performative. I step in when needed and step back when moments deserve to breathe. Your wedding day isn’t about perfection — it’s about connection. My role is to preserve the feeling of that day so it can be experienced again for generations to come.

Your wedding day is filled with once-in-a-lifetime moments: the quiet nerves, the happy tears, the laughter, and the love that brings everyone together. My passion is capturing those memories in a way that feels natural, meaningful, and true to you. If feeling awkward in front of the camera sounds familiar, you’re not alone, and that’s exactly why my approach is centered on helping you feel comfortable, confident, and fully present on your day. My goal is for you to enjoy every moment while I document your love story as it naturally unfolds. I want you to look back at your photos and not only remember how your wedding looked, but how it felt.

Hi, I’m Isaac. In my world, light is everything. The cool ambient hues at dawn, hinting at what the day may bring. Golden sun rays catching particles through a tree as friends gathers to celebrate. A Cotton candy sunset peppered by patio string-lights as a DJ plays my favorite song. We all have timeless memories logged in our minds. For me, they are based in a language of light. As a wedding photographer, this deep connection to special lighting helps me produce dynamic visual stories of romance, personality and beauty.

JustJess Photography is focused on creating ethereal, cinematic moody photographs capturing the genuine moments between her couples. Client connection is super important in the process of planning your wedding and connecting with your photographer. Jess makes sure to get to know her clients before meeting on your wedding day, making the experience unforgettable.

Hi there! We’re Robert and Marisa Carter. Founders and owners of MSMP Media. A photo and Video Wedding company. With over 10+ years experience in the wedding industry we are as familiar as it get's with all things wedding 💜 We service select states, capturing our couples genuine joy, love and happiness across the nation and we love every minute of it! Our goal is to leave you with photos and/or videos that will bring back the feeling & emotions. Take a look at our gallery or visit our webpage portfolio under recent work. Don't be shy to connect, we love creating a fun filled experience, all are welcome!

Together Carly and Elliot of Nomadic Love are the ultimate power team for your wedding day. As a husband and wife team feeding off one another’s strengths, they can truly maximize on so many more elements than a single person.

Our lead photographer has over 30 years of experience behind the lens and makes certain that every member of the team achieves the highest level of competence in posing couples or individuals, taking and composing the photographs, using light to the best advantage and making sure that our clients are relaxed and as comfortable as they can be doing the shoot.

A creative soul, a love for romance, passionate to tell your love story. I am always seeking for true connection between humans, the genuine real type of connection. I believe, at the end of the day, these true moments, even the smallest ones, are what mean the most. Weddings are filled with these fleeting moments and the fact that I get to document them, stop time and hand them to you to be remembered forever means more than you may ever know. I can't wait for our paths to cross, to hear all about your ideas and plans for the day.

Hi there, I'm Alexis. I'm a wedding photographer creating refined imagery rooted in storytelling and emotion. With a background in both digital and 35mm film, I capture honest and artful moments that reflect your day in a way that feels elevated yet effortless. I work closely with each couple to create a relaxed and intentional experience where you feel fully present and your photos feel entirely your own. Based in Ontario, I serve couples across Canada and the United States, traveling wherever your celebration takes place.

Daria K. Photography captures timeless moments with a touch of magic. Established in 2019, this Atlanta-based photographer specializes in elopements, intimate weddings and engagements. With a background in creative directing, styling, event planning, and floral design, I don’t just show up with a camera - I show up to build an experience. I'm based in Atlanta, but I’ll travel wherever your heart leads- no extra travel fees (for most of my packages), just pure dedication to your vision.