Oahu Wedding Photographers, Photography

Van + James wedding by derek wong photography

Van and James were married at the historic Laniakea in Honolulu. The couple’s love of architecture inspired their event on the elegant grounds, built in the 1920s. Sarah Aoyama of Engaging Moments designed the space, crafting a curtain of ribbon and lace at the ceremony site. Van was a stunning bride in a blush Claire Pettibone sheath gown. Her bridesmaids stood alongside her, wearing dresses in summery shades of yellow. They held hand-tied bouquets of cream peonies, garden roses and orange ranunculuses. Florist Michelle Maeda of Flower Girls created loose arrangements of yellow, pink and cream wildflowers placed in Mason jars atop the tables. Guests savored a delicious haupia wedding cake dressed with a handcarved art deco cake topper — [...]

Zach + Lindsay Engagement Shoot

Photography by Absolutely Loved This fun engagement shoot was shot in two different locations, Waimea Valley and Ke Iki Beach, both on the North Shore of Oahu. Lindsay Schutte, a dancer since childhood, was seeking something new and exciting upon graduating from the University of Iowa. So she enrolled in an Afro-Brazilian martial arts class called Capoeira. The handsome instructor’s assistant, Zach Crittendon, caught her eye immediately. The two struck up a friendship through playful banter, and it didn’t take long for flirtations to develop into something more serious. When Lindsay was offered a work promotion involving a move to Los Angeles, the couple decided to head west together. Zach insisted on paying for the move, but Lindsay refused, saying she [...]

Charisse and Keone’s Engagement Shoot

Photography by Kai Photo Keone and Charisse met on their first day of work on the Big Island of Hawaii. Keone claims it was love at first sight for him, and after “a few weeks of flirting and dates” Charisse began to return his affections. Keone decided to propose on Thanksgiving day. The entire family gathered in a circle and held hands for the blessing of the meal, each person in turn sharing their personal gratitide. After fumbling for the right words, Keone finally got down on one knee, asking Charisse to marry him. The family was at once delighted and surprised at the big news! Kyler and Grace Kwock of Kai-Photo Hawaii captured this fun-loving couple’s spontaneity and love [...]

Christie Pham Photography

Website: www.christie-photography.com

Email: christie@christie-photography.com

Home Base: Oahu, Hawaii

a wedding at halekulani by frank amodo

Halekulani has been hosting visitors in Waikiki Beach for nearly 100 years. Today its reputation for gracious hospitality, impeccable service and magnificent cuisine is unequaled on Oahu and renowned throughout the world—an amazing wedding at an amazing venue. This beautiful couple celebrated with a classically elegant wedding perfect for the Halekulani, and Oahu photographer, Frank Amodo, was there to document the both the wedding day and a special engagement session. Best luck to you, Nicole and William!

Interview with Derek Wong, Oahu Photographer

Will you share a photo that reflects your work? What is the story behind this photo? I particularly like this image because it has all the components of a great photograph: inspiring light, strong composition and beautiful gesture. I think this image will look as good 50 years from now as it did when I shot it three years ago. What is your most exciting career move or change? I’ve been a photographer as long as l can remember. I was working as a landscape photographer in Seattle, and one day I saw an image by Irving Penn. The subject was a model that he eventually married. That photograph literally changed my life and shifted my focus to portraits and [...]

Studio 3511

Website: www.studio3511.com

Email: nicole@studio3511.com

Home Base: Oahu, Hawaii

Studio Eye Candy

Website: www.studioeyecandy.com

Email: info@studioeyecandy.com

Home Base: Oahu, Hawaii

La Plume Couture: wedding accessories

L’Amour Photography collaborated with designer Debbie Hemingway to showcase vintage hats, a posh collection of birdcage veils and fine-feathered wedding accessories

Oahu’s Top Wedding Locations

Built in 1936 on the southeastern coastline, THE BAYER ESTATE is our hands-down winner for the most intimate seaside location on the island of Oahu. The charming French farmhouse has an expansive back lawn scattered with a dozen tall coconut trees and a bamboo arch overlooking the ocean, the perfect natural altar for a wedding. Perhaps the most charming thing about this special place is owner Sooz Mirikitani, a consummate hostess with a passion for entertaining. (808) 377-9359 Photo by L’Amour Photography For a cultural Hawaiian experience, we chose PARADISE COVE as the top site. The famous authentic luau feast is a unique way to celebrate your rehearsal dinner, and the property offers a few private oceanfront locations for a [...]