December 13, 2022
Oli Aloha Kikaua Beach Park
- Elopement
Kona Beach Wedding Photography
Aloha, Dear Traveler and welcome to the Big Island of Hawaii, a land of breathtaking beauty where adventure and discovery await you at every turn. Immerse yourself in the inviting spirit of Aloha and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Planning your destination wedding can be overwhelming and stressful, especially when it comes to finding the most romantic location, the best officiant, and the right photographer to capture your special day. I understand how important it is to have those perfect memories, and I'm here to guide you every step of the way, so you can relax and enjoy your special day worry-free.
Kukio Beach - Morning Light
Holualoa Beach - Afternoon - Overcast
Kukio Beach - Morning light - Low Tide
Kikaua Point Beach - Sunset
Beach Wedding Photography Services
As a beach wedding photographer, with half a decade of experience in Hawaii and close to 200,000 frames captured, you can have peace of mind that your wedding memories are in good hands. I offer personalized attention to ensure that together with my team, we understand and exceed your expectations. I provide artistic and high-quality, natural-looking pictures that capture the essence of your special day in a photojournalistic style while offering a pleasant experience with Aloha.
Beach Couple Photography
Whether you are planning to propose, enjoy your honeymoon, or celebrate your anniversary. We tailor the session to fit your personality and concept.
Konahiki Beach Park - Mid Afternoon - Overcast
Intimate Elopements
There's something so romantic about the idea of escaping to a beautiful island with your beloved and exchanging vows in a private, intimate ceremony. Let us organize your photo session and execute every detail following your dream and your vision.
Kikaua Point Beach Park - Morning
Micro-Weddings
Micro beach weddings are perfect for couples who want to keep things simple and intimate. We offer affordable and flexible packages to meet your expectations and that fit your budget.
Kukio Beach
Full Service From Capture to Print
My primary goal as a photographer is to capture breathtaking images that make you look and feel your best. My aim is to create photographs that you'll be proud to display in a beautiful wedding photo book and cherish for years to come.
No edit
Standard edit
Advanced edit
Print Services
All my packages come with printing rights for personal use. You can print your images anywhere you like. For larger prints or wedding photo books, I offer professional printing services at competitive prices. For more information about licenses, read my blog article "Understanding Image Licensing".
To ensure the best quality for your prints, I recommend a standard edit for small-sized prints and an advanced retouch for larger prints or a wedding photo book. When it comes to enlargement, adjustments are necessary to achieve the desired result. I always work with the original file, which significantly enhances the color, texture, and sharpness of the image.
Best Beaches to Elope in Hawai'i
There are many romantic picture-perfect beaches around the Big Island of Hawaii and they are not always the most popular spots among tourists. That is a considerable advantage compared to Oahu or Maui where beaches are often crowded at sunset.
Check out the map below for more information.
White Sand Beaches West Hawai'i
Picture yourself standing on a pristine white sandy beach, surrounded by a halo of turquoise waters and lush greenery. Your heart swells with love and joy as you exchange vows with the one you love. Feel the warm sand between your toes, a symbol of your union's natural beauty and freedom. This is the stuff of dreams, a romantic paradise where two hearts become one, forever bound by love.
kikaua Point
Kukio
A-Bay
Kona old airport
Posing Coach
I believe that the secret to a successful photo-session lies in preparation. I have developed a series of poses adapted to your needs and abilities. Some are traditional and simply portray the scene in fashion. Others are more natural and feel improvised. You will be prompted to act and coached to create desirable forms for the camera, emphasizing the emotional aspect and plenty of room to be yourself.
recent work
Chia + Sebastien
Hershey + Michael
Alex + Michael
Testimonials
Kona Wedding Officiant
“Gerald has been an associate photographer with Kona Wedding Officiant since 2018. His photography is exceptional – clear, crisp, and always on point. He enjoys capturing
people in their finest moments and setting up shots so that clients look and feel their best .”
Digital look (most common)
film look + retouch
I use different techniques to balance contrast and usually color grade the image to bring a cinematic feel to it. Ultimately, it depends on your preferences and how you are going to use the image. A capture-only package with a royalty-free license is available for professionals.
Composition
Composition is a big part of my work as a photographer. Besides following color theory, thirds, and leading lines, I'm a student of dynamic symmetry. Many artist painters and photographers use this technique to bring balance with an intentional approach. Although this is done in-camera, cropping following schematic templates is done in post.
Advanced Retouching
Capturing the picture in camera is just the first step. Following your vision, I will develop the negatives in style and remove any unwanted artifacts to create a masterpiece. Advanced retouching is often necessary for close-up portraits and addresses any skin anomalies including teeth, lips, hair, wrinkles, etc.
Delivery
Images are delivered at full resolution via online custom gallery within 4 weeks from the date of capture. Print products take another 2 weeks. The gallery is password protected and remains live for 1 year. Final images are backed-up and available on request. Print license for personal use and negatives are available to purchase separately.
