Thoughtful, laid-back wedding imagery for the modern couple
Your wedding is so much more than beautiful pictures, it’s a collection of photos that celebrate your love and commitment to one another, reminding you of the beaming joy you felt as you danced the night away, surrounded by your favorite people in the world— a collection that only becomes more valuable over time.
Aloha, I’m Ella!
Oahu wedding photographer, professional third wheel, chaser of the sun, and your friend with a camera.
I’m a Hawaii wedding photographer based in Honolulu, Hawaii. I specialize in documenting love stories and the magic of your special day. I am drawn to bright light, pops of color, and the touches and traditions that make each wedding unique.
The experience:
I believe your wedding experience should be seamless and fun and your gallery should feel authentic and meaningful. My approach is simple: I combine technical expertise and an artistic eye with a friendly approach to create stunning, timeless photos. I use a mix of guided prompts and photojournalism— I sense when to step in and give direction and when to be a fly on the wall and let a moment naturally unfold. This allows me to capture both the big and small moments of your day— ones that take you back to the whirlwind of emotions and exchanges and the quiet moments and subtleties of your wedding. Remembering every detail is impossible, which makes these permanent glimpses to reminisce on so meaningful. I’ll cover the sweet moments of the day as they unfold, fluff your dress, pin your boutonniere, shed a few happy tears, and check to make sure we’re on schedule so you can be fully immersed on your wedding day celebrating with your loved ones!
Whether you're planning an intimate elopement, micro wedding, local wedding, or a Hawaii destination wedding, I’ve got you covered! From the stunning beaches of Oahu to the lush landscapes of Kauai, I serve all of the Hawaiian islands, and I’m available for mainland weddings and destination weddings abroad.
Why we’re meant to be:
Your relationship is unique and you believe your photos should reflect that. You want photos that look and feel like you!
You want to work with someone that takes some time to get to know you, not a stranger with a camera in front of your face.
You believe it’s more than just beautiful photos— these moments will become part of your lives forever and hopefully, passed down to future generations.
How it works:
Frequently Asked Questions:
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My wedding packages include myself and a second photographer the day of your wedding, an engagement session outfit guide, an engagement session, a custom photography timeline, edited high-resolution photos delivered in a private online gallery with print rights, and additionally, a custom box containing a USB of your wedding photos.
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Absolutely! I include engagement sessions in my wedding packages because I think it’s important we have a chance to meet and interact in person prior to your wedding. This lets us know what it's like working together ahead of time, so your wedding day feels comfortable and relaxed and your photos best reflect who you are as a couple.
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I am on Oahu (Honolulu area).
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Yes! If you would like to have your engagement photos taken outside of Oahu, I am available (and super excited) to travel for it, as well.
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Yes! Both a signed contract and a non-refundable deposit are required to officially book your date! All sessions are booked on a first-come-first-serve basis.
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Yes! I carry a general liability policy, which many venues require from vendors. I always have a back-up camera body with me and multiple lenses, so if anything happens, we’re still good to go! I shoot on camera bodies that record to two memory cards at a time, which ensures all of your precious moments are safe with built-in backups. After your session, I import all the photos onto two different hard drives!
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With a first look, you get a private moment to share in celebration of your love before the ceremony, which can be really special. A first look can help to calm nerves before your ceremony, you’ll get to spend more of your wedding day with your partner, and you’ll get more photos together!
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Although Hawaii’s rainy season is November through February, rain showers can fall anytime, mostly on the northeastern (windward) side of the islands. Many times there will be quick passing rainstorms (a few minutes of rain at a time) that we can often work around or if you’re up for embracing it, the rain can make for some really amazing photos! If you are visiting during the rainy season, I recommend scheduling a session early on in your trip so if we need to reschedule, there is flexibility and another available date to do so before your trip ends.
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James & Cathy
“My husband and I had a backyard wedding 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 and her partner worked tirelessly at our wedding and we are so happy with the 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!”
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Anthony & Kimberly
“I have a lot of photographer friends but I was looking for a specific style for my wedding photos - Bright, fun, and authentic. I found Ella on Instagram and she not only fit the bill for the style I was looking for, but she makes you feel so comfortable. Super chill and flexible like shooting with a friend. She shot our engagement shoot, micro wedding, and large wedding. It’s been awesome getting to know her these past 3 years and she couldn’t have made several covid postponements any easier to manage. She also is SUPER quick with communication, sneak peaks, and the final gallery. Thanks Ella for everything!! So happy you got to capture our love during the pandemic madness over the past few years.”
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Matt & Lexi
“Ella is beyond awesome! From amazing communication, creativity, and attention to detail, to going above and beyond for my husband and I (i.e. literally helped me around our engagement shoot after I twisted my ankle), Ella gave us the most wonderful wedding photography experience. Our pictures turned out INCREDIBLE! So bright and colorful! She stayed on schedule and handled sensitive family drama with ease. We got the cutest “thank you” gift today, complete with a gorgeous flash drive of all our pictures. I would recommend Ella to literally everyone, as her family portraits are also great, and her kindness is unmatched. Don’t hesitate, Ella is the photographer you want!”
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Bassam & Emily
“We are so happy that we chose Ella for our wedding and engagement photos! My husband and I had never had professional pictures taken before so we were a little bit nervous, but Ella made us feel so comfortable during our engagement photos and we ended up having a blast! She has a very down-to-earth and fun personality that just made us feel so much more relaxed. As for the wedding photos, they are absolutely beautiful. My whole family is in love with how her photos captured not just the big moments, but those unique moments that not everyone gets to see. Not to mention, her style of editing is gorgeous and we love how bright and happy every photo looks. She also delivered our photos just a couple of months after our wedding, so we didn't have to wait long at all! We HIGHLY recommended Ella!!”
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Ron & Shirley
“Ella is so sweet, very helpful with suggestions down to every detail: what to wear for photos based on locations, time of day to best shoot, and I LOVED that she has a portrait shot list for the wedding day! This helped the group photos run quickly and smoothly while making sure we didn’t leave any wedding details and guests out. She includes you in decision planning & her supportive spirit makes you feel like a friend! She even helped me put my shoes on and carry my things when I was alone (teary eyes). As a bride, you definitely appreciate these little gestures of help. She goes above and beyond the surface of her job description. Our photos are vibrant & amazing, we don’t get tired of looking at them. We could go on all day but simply put, book Ella for your special day! You won’t regret it! Thank you Ella for everything!”
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Andrew & Roshni
“Ella is such a talented photographer! We were so pleased with the way our wedding pictures came out. She is very professional and organized and could not have picked a better photographer. She makes you feel very comfortable and relaxed. She made sure to also follow up on time and created a timeline for us and was very flexible with changes. I highly recommend Ella for any event, especially weddings!”
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