Big Island Wedding Photographer

My ethos is to keep things simple and un complicated. My photography approach lives somewhere between documentary and editorial. I’ll step in when a little direction helps the image look its best, but just as often I step back to let moments unfold naturally.

Usually that means placing you in the best light, giving a simple prompts, and allowing the natural chemistry between you to take over. The result is a balance of refined posed portraits and real moments. Images that feel elevated, but still honest to the way the day actually felt.

Color plays a massive role in the "soul" of a photograph. My style is warm, vibrant, and film-inspired, designed to pull out the natural, dramatic tones of the Big Island. I focus on authentic skin tones, deep volcanic blacks, and rich tropical blues that feel timeless rather than trendy. My goal is always the same: to create photographs that feel like high-end art, reflecting the unique, vibrant energy of Kailua-Kona.

After a decade documenting weddings across the Big Island, the technical craft has become second nature. I’ve developed an intuitive eye for the Kona sun, understanding exactly how the light interacts with the landscape to highlight your best features. It is a refined, quiet expertise that allows me to anticipate the shot before it happens.

From the rugged lava rock coastlines of the West Side to the hidden sunset pockets of the Kohala Coast, I know these locations intimately. My experience allows me to guide you through Hawaii’s most stunning scenery while ensuring the process remains relaxed and entirely effortless. (Read: You stay present in the moment; I handle the artistry.)

I always believed a photoshoot should feel less like a school yearbook picture and more like meeting up with a good friend to create something beautiful together. Imagine walking barefoot on a secluded Kona beach, listening to music, and enjoying the light as the sun begins to drop over the ocean. I keep the experience relaxed and fun so you can be yourselves, laugh, move, and enjoy the moment. Because the best photographs aren’t forced, they come from real moments, and in the end photography is more than an image, it’s a feeling you get to return to years later.

You shouldn’t have to wait six months to experience your wedding photos. I deliver beautiful teaser images within a week of your wedding and the full gallery within 6–12 weeks, so you can relive the day sooner and share your favorite moments with friends and family.