The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Kailua, HI

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Kailua, HI

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383 Wedding Photographers in Kailua, HI

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True Light Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Kailua, HI

My role isn't just about capturing stunning images; it's about being your anchor, guiding you through the whirlwind of emotions and joy that comes with your special day. I specialize in capturing both the poised elegance and authentic moments, all while harnessing the natural light that defines my business name. Whether your wedding is a lavish affair or an intimate elopement, I'm equipped to handle it all. From climbing mountains for the perfect shot to capturing the charm of a luxurious venue, I'm dedicated to turning your vision into reality.

Awarded Best of Zola
True Light Photography was a wonderful experience for our family/maternity photos. Calea is timely, kind, and clear in her communication. She was enthusiastic about any idea for poses or backdrops we had, and kept us moving efficiently so we could capture great photos while our kids were in good moods. The final photos were absolutely stunning - the shots were so moving and incredibly flattering. We are thrilled with the quality of her work and the value she provided on such a special day for our family. We would highly recommend True Light Photography to anyone looking for a creative, professional, and attentive photographer.
Elisa S., 5 months ago
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Grace T Photography 

5.0

Kailua, HI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500

I’m Grace Troutman. I’m a wedding & elopement photographer who loves to frequent the West Coast, Hawaii, and the Midwest (where I grew up.) I approach working with my couples on their weddings from a place of trust and compassion, so I can document the day how it is true to them. No forced moments, no stiff posing, only true to life candid imagery. I’ve shot all over the world from Iceland, Ireland, & France to all over the Midwest, all the way to California and Hawaii, and I believe that you should say “I do,” in a place that makes you feel like home.

Awarded Best of Zola
Grace is pure MAGIC! We had the absolute pleasure of working with Grace for our engagement photos and our wedding day - She came highly recommended from trusted friends and when you see her work, it's easy to understand why! Grace is attentive, warm, inviting. She truly makes you feel 100% comfortable being in front of the camera which is not a small feat. By far the best investment we made throughout our entire wedding process was the decision to work with Grace and her team. We now have the most incredible photos that will last a lifetime and we could not thank Grace enough!
Ali L., 4 months ago
Valory Evalyn Photography 

5.0

Kailua, HI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800

Aloha I’m valory!! I’m a wedding and elopement photographer based here in Oahu, Hawaii but travel to all Hawaiian islands for weddings 💕 my goal is to make this process as stress free and fun as possible! I’ve been photographing weddings for the last 6 years full time and I KNOW how to get all the shots you want and the shots you never knew you wanted! These are the photos you and your family will look back on years down the road so that’s why I always put 110% in for these!

Valory is such a great person to work with! Professional, makes you feel comfortable and confident, and communication was really easy. We’re absolutely in love with our wedding photos!!
Laurel T., 2 years ago
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Captured with Passion 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Kailua, HI
  • Offer

Aloha and congrats! You’re considering to get married on the beautiful islands of Hawai’i or beyond — your own slice of paradise! I’m here to help you capture it in the most spontaneous, colourful, and nostalgic way possible. My name is Tâm, a full-time Dutch freelance photographer with a passion for traveling the world and capturing once-in-a-lifetime moments for amazing couples like you! From enchanting Mediterranean coastlines to fairytale châteaux in France, with Italy and Brazil on the horizon this summer and next year — clients have entrusted me to capture their love stories in a way that feels authentic, personal, and timeless.

Tâm is an amazing photographer and friend. My husband and I got to know him well after shooting our engagement photos and wedding! He is so personal and always gets the shot. One of my best friends got married recently as well and keeps telling me she wished they had Tâm as their wedding photographer he can do anything, you name it!!
Kylie and E., 4 months ago
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Iwalani Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Kailua, HI

Hi! I am Kristen Iwalani... a local girl from Oahu, HI who loves to tell couples stories through photos. My hope is to connect and serve your as best as I can while also delivering some beautiful photos. I love making this process easy and will show up for all your questions and preparations.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kristen truly made my wedding special. She made sure we were comfortable with everything, and went along with our unconventional requests. I would (and will) recommend her to anyone seeking someone in Hawaii (or visiting) book her. They will not regret it!
Sam, 2 years ago
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Theel Productions 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Kailua, HI

Theel Productions was founded with an editorial emphasis, and at one time focused solely on working with fashion brands and models. When branching into weddings, the same principals of light, angles, and editorial stylings were translated into usage with couples from around the world. This unique background produces the most beautiful results - magazine worthy wedding photos. Available for worldwide travel, Theel Productions is passionate about creating a full luxury experience for their couples.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we first spoke with Ari from Theel Productions, we knew we had found the perfect photographer for our wedding. Ari has a warm, friendly, and cheerful communication style that instantly put us at ease. She is an expert at what she does, and her talent was evident in the way she authentically captured every special moment during our engagement shoot, rehearsal dinner, and wedding day. We truly felt so special to work with Ari - she is incredibly talented, detail-oriented, timely, and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. I could not recommend Theel Productions enough to any couple looking for a top-notch wedding photographer.
Lynsey B., 5 months ago
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Brittany Klatt Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Kailua, HI

Heyyy! I'm Brittany and I'm a wedding and elopement photographer based on Oahu. I have a passion for traveling + adventure! I will travel to any of the Hawaiian Islands and beyond to capture your special day!

Awarded Best of Zola
Brittany was so fun to work with! She made my husband and I so comfortable during our photo shoot and we had so much fun! Also I contacted her while living in Alabama to book a session with her in Hawaii and it was so easy and stress free.
Aurora and A., a year ago
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Illuminate Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Kailua, HI

My favorite part about my job is helping my couples get exactly what they want from their wedding documentation. I specialize in digital and analog film and love to document the real moments and make you feel comfortable in the process. It is the small glances and simple moments where the memories often get blurry, so let me watch your day unfold and work with you to create a gallery full of memories.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lindsay was fantastic to work with! She not only helped with photography, but she kindly sent us recommendations for our other vendors as well. She’s also very knowledgeable of gorgeous locations on the island. Highly recommend her!
Anna and J., 2 years ago
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Kris Ou Phouto 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Kailua, HI

I am a local, born and raised kamaʻaina of the island of Oʻahu. As a teenager and into adulthood, I fantasized about being a wedding photographer. Today, I get to live and share my pipe dream with amazing people right here in my island home in Hawaii. Your Big Day is as special as you are, as individuals, as a couple, and as a growing family. I have come to find my purpose in helping people highlight what glows about them.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kris is a wonderful choice for a photographer who is truly, at their core, client centered. As a fellow wedding professional, I can say working with Kris is a delight. She is tech-savvy, has great resources for her couples and just a great human. We are currently collaborating on a wedding and she is proactive and has amazed me with her organization. I feel completely confident recommending her to any couples looking for a photographer. When you are getting your pictures taken, choose Kris to help tell your story!
Heartfelt Ceremonies, 3 years ago
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mar mizunaka 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,250
  • Serves Kailua, HI

these are the values that drive my biz: you are allowed to be YOU: this is a space that was created out of a ferocious desire to give the permission for you to be fully and fearlessly you. this is a space where you are wanted for being exactly YOU. embrace the ordinary: there is truly nothing better than right here, right now: the present moment is the sacred ground that holds all of who you may be, but more importantly, who you are right. now. be curious: the most beautiful things in life lay in the listening. we are surrounded by beauty, wisdom, groundedness, genius, love… if only we will listen.

Awarded Best of Zola
Mar photographed our engagement session, and from the very beginning, she was thoughtful, patient, and incredibly easy to work with. She gave us great suggestions for locations, was flexible with planning, and made the entire process feel effortless and calm. On the day of the shoot, I was feeling rushed, unprepared, and honestly not very confident. But Mar’s presence shifted everything. She made both me and my fiancé feel so comfortable and seen—even though we had never taken couples photos before. Her calm energy grounded me, and by the end of the session, I felt radiant. As a melanated woman, I’ve often worried about how my skin would be captured on camera. Mar didn’t try to lighten or alter anything—she embraced who I am. I looked like myself in the photos: natural, beautiful, and deeply loved. That meant so much to me. Mar is more than just a talented photographer—she’s someone who truly sees people. I left that day not only with stunning images, but with a full heart and deep gratitude. I can’t recommend her enough.
Chantel W., a month ago
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Smile N Kiss Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Kailua, HI

Meet Hiep, the heart and soul behind the lens at Smile n Kiss. With over a decade of calling Hawaii home, he's crafted a special talent for freezing magical, love-filled moments in time. His keen eye for detail and knack for making clients feel right at home make him the perfect choice to capture the essence of your wedding day.

We had the absolute pleasure of working with Smile N Kiss for our Hawaii wedding, and the experience was fantastic. The photos are breathtaking, capturing every special moment with a natural, photojournalistic style that we adore. Hiep was wonderfully unobtrusive, seamlessly blending in and allowing the day to unfold naturally. Their professionalism and eye for detail were evident in every shot. We couldn’t be happier with the stunning memories Smile N Kiss Photography created for us. Highly recommend!
Justine & J., a year ago
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Alvea Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Kailua, HI

Our clients are individuals who are fascinating in many ways. Their love stories bring us laughter and move us to tears. They are living proof that love is still a thing in these crazy times. Here at Alvea Studios, we won't provide you with just photographs, but with tiny memories capsules. We will make sure that you are happy with the results not only after the shoot, but for many years to come.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired Alvea Studios to take our first maternity photo shoot back in 2019, both my husband and I were expecting our first baby! We got to choose the location to have our shoot and both Abbie and Harold made both my husband and I feel incredibly comfortable. We are ones to not take pictures but I knew this was a milestone in our life we wanted to remember, I left having fun and it was the utmost positive experience we’ve ever experienced! Both were 100% professional, accommodating and captured every moment. After seeing the final product of pictures we were incredibly happy as it came out perfect! Something for my son to see when he gets older. They both were so awesome we also ended up hiring them to do my engagement photos in the summer of 2019 as well after my son was born! They even made a wedding teaser video for me, which came out awesome! Harold and Abbie have a gifted talent, to capture a moment in time with their photography I’ve never seen before with past professional family photos taken when I was a child. In the end I hired them for my wedding, my second maternity shoot back in 2021 and the last two years for our holiday Christmas cards. Consider them for any event you may have, both again are extremely professional and great at what they do!
Marci and H., 3 years ago
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Maria Tellez Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Kailua, HI

Hi! I'm Maria - a wedding photographer on Oahu, Hawaii, who also frequents Arizona and Nebraska, and I’m all about capturing the unforgettable moments of your big day. I mix candid shots with creative portraits, making sure every laugh, tear, and dance move is captured against the breathtaking backdrop of Oahu. If you’re looking for a laid-back photographer who gets the magic of Hawaiian weddings, let’s chat! I can’t wait to hear your plans and help you create awesome memories that will last a lifetime.

Maria Tellez Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, Maria's communication was very engaging, attentive, and professional. She was great with us on the day of the wedding, not only capturing beautiful, detail-oriented, visionary and artistic moments, but also being very personable and easy to work with. Maria went above and beyond, helping to keep me calm and unstressed on an otherwise hectic day. The pictures she delivered were incredible, perfectly capturing the magic and beauty of our special day. We couldn't be happier with the value and quality of Maria's work, and highly recommend her to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photographer.
Delilah G., 7 months ago
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Sheyanne Lyn Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $8,200
  • Serves Kailua, HI
  • Offer

Meet Sheyanne, a globally recognized wedding and elopement photographer based in Hawai'i, USA. With a portfolio gracing the pages and sites of prestigious publications worldwide, Sheyanne is celebrated for her ability to capture the intersection of effortless elegance and luxury in every frame. Her distinctive style seamlessly weaves together digital and film photography, offering couples a meticulously curated visual narrative that encapsulates the timeless essence of their love stories, whether they unfold in the heart of Hawai'i or at destinations across the globe.

We love Sheyanne!!! She was and will always be the best choice for your wedding photographer! She somehow kept us calm yet hyped throughout our day and made us feel camera ready. We wanted someone that would capture the emotions of the day as well as shoot more candid photos versus posed. Her style of shooting is exactly what we wanted. We also had our wedding at a venue that Sheyanne had not photographed at before which made me initially nervous, but Sheyanne was very open about it and talked me through her process. She really took the time to get to know the venue and found beautiful and unique spots that really elevated our photos. She even took some complementary film shots! We love you Sheyanne! Thank you for our memories of our big day that we will cherish forever.
Kaylene, 10 months ago
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blanc Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Kailua, HI

At blanc {blank x Creative} photography, we understand that your wedding day is more than a celebration—it's the beginning of a beautiful journey. From stolen glances to heartfelt vows, it’s the candid, in-between moments that make your story truly yours. Our photography brings these moments to life, preserving the joy, love, and authenticity of your day in timeless images you'll treasure forever.

From the moment we first reached out to Jun, he was fun, accommodating, and joyful to work with. His communication was great from start to finish, and we could tell he was genuinely excited to be a part of our special day. The quality of his work is truly impressive - his photographs are precise, artistic, and filled with beautiful, intricate details that we'll cherish forever. Jun was also incredibly flexible, seamlessly capturing all the moments that made our wedding day so special. We couldn't be happier with the photos and would highly recommend blanc to any couple looking for a talented, professional photography team.
Riley H., 7 months ago
KAI-PHOTO HAWAII 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Kailua, HI

Our goal is to provide an exceptional experience to each of our clients from the very beginning to the very end - not just on the wedding day. In fact, we were recently awarded Best of Weddings Hall of Fame for consistently exceeding our client's expectations year after year. We understand that for most of our clients, this is their very first time planning a wedding and we know that it can sometimes be overwhelming. We are here with you on this exciting journey and welcome any questions that you may have along the way. We will also be checking in with you periodically with tips & advice to help you to plan your day like a pro.

Not only in the sense of being utterly professional, but also being so amazing at capturing the perfect photos. We are thrilled with our entire album - They are beautiful. Everything on our special day was captured perfectly. From pre booking until the day of our wedding, we knew we were taken care of - from perfectly planned timelines and tricks to get the kiddos to smile to emergency kits with safety pins for the MoB - everything was carefully thought out.
Rebekah P., 3 years ago
Linked Hawaii 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Kailua, HI

I am a wedding photographer with 10+ years in photography and just over 3 years working exclusively with weddings and couples. I absolutely love what I do and being able to be a part of something so monumental in each of my clients relationship. My goal is to help out in the stressful moments with my experience to make sure everything runs smoothly, and then to blend in and capture the moments of joy from the background for the majority of your day.

We hired Josh and Nellie to do our engagement and wedding photos back in 2020. They were exceptional in everyday. Even after our wedding they maintained contact and are now great friends of ours. Do your self a favor and hire this amazing photographer duo!
Jake & T., 3 years ago
Kay Salera Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Kailua, HI

Kay Salera is an award-winning, international photographer, who has been photographing couples in various locations all over the world. She is originally from Japan and now calls Hawaii her home. She has lived throughout the United States, Canada, Thailand, Italy, and France, and is always ready for the next adventure. She enjoys incorporating each couple's unique love story by seeking out breathtaking backgrounds and capturing one-of-a-kind, intimate moments.

We're honestly speechless. Our wedding pictures should be enough to show how incredible and amazing Kay is. She's so professional, understanding and talented!! If there's a photographer everyone should hire at any of their events, it's Kay Salera. She an international photographer and she has so much experience. Everyone is shocked by how beautiful the pictures came out ! 100000/10
The M., 2 years ago
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Baer Images Hawaii 
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Kailua, HI

HEY, IM LAUREN I haven’t been everywhere but I’ve been around and I can tell you that Hawaii takes the cake – hell, it takes the whole damn dessert bar! I love it here and I can’t wait to share it with you.

Evermore Creation 
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Kailua, HI

Hi there! My name is Alexandra but I go by Alex. I have a lot of energy and I'm a go-getter. I love capturing and preserving memories, I love helping people to smile and enjoy themselves, and I love meeting new people. Being in front of a camera is not easy but my job is to make it as painless and normal as possible and hopefully you will pay more attention to where we are and who you are with than what we are doing. My goal is to work with my clients time and time again, to document the different stages of their life- so hopefully this isn't a one time deal because I'm here for the long haul if you want me!

Randi Kreckman 
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Kailua, HI

Your wedding day should be incredible and uniquely you. I’m here to help you make that happen! You can embrace your dreams and turn them into a day that really speaks to who you are as a couple. The beauty of elopements + intimate weddings is that anything you can dream can be brought to life. With me as your elopement photographer + guide, you can trust that I will go the extra mile to assist you in planning the very best day of your lives. I’ll work tirelessly to find that perfect location for you to share your vows, no matter if that’s right here in Hawaii or in another spot that you’ve been thinking of.

Eternal Tides Photography 
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Kailua, HI

We’re Patrick and Kelsi, a husband and wife photo video team based on Oahu, Hawai'i. We want to be your guides to an incredible experience, not just an awkward third wheel. Whether that’s an elopement on the top of a mountain, proposal and helicopter ride, or underwater maternity photoshoot, we’ve been there, done that. (And we’re totally down to do it again.) We believe everyone deserves to have photos of themselves that they love — not just bad prom pictures and weird selfies. And we also believe in creating epic (and beautiful) works of art that capture the love, laughter, and joy you share in each moment.

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Eivan's Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Kailua, HI

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

Awarded Best of Zola
Eivan’s Photography & Video recently captured our daughter’s big day, her quinceañera! Professionalism and high quality service at an affordable price, what every family needs!
Guadalupe T., 4 months ago
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The Still Life Photography 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,450
  • Serves Kailua, HI

Jay & Nicole Vega decided to pursue a career together in the art of Photography. Met & married in Chicago in 2013, two people set out on a business venture of a lifetime. While Nicole is the main photographer of the company, we have also expanded and hired reliable, talented photographers to work along side with us, while still maintaining a small business feel.

Awarded Best of Zola
As a wedding planner, I have the privilege of working with many talented professionals—but The Still Life stands out as one of the most exceptional photographers I’ve had the pleasure of collaborating with. From the first email to the final image delivery, they were an absolute dream. Professional, calm under pressure, and incredibly attuned to the energy of the day, The Still Life brought a quiet confidence and refined artistic vision that made both the couple and the vendor team feel completely at ease. Their background gives their wedding work a distinctive edge—every frame feels intentional, intimate, and beautifully composed. They have an incredible ability to capture not just moments, but mood—the softness of a floral detail, the emotion in a glance, the quiet magic between all the big moments. Our couples & clients are always absolutely thrilled with the results, and the photos were nothing short of stunning. As a planner, I can also say they were a joy to work alongside: punctual, communicative, and incredibly respectful of the timeline and flow of the day. If you're a couple looking for timeless, artful imagery—or a fellow planner seeking a photographer who elevates every event they’re part of—I can’t recommend The Still Life highly enough. Truly one of the best. The Serendipity Collective Nikki M. Rodgers
Nikki R., 2 months ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Kailua, HI

My name is Ali Cushing, a NY-based photographer, working near and far, capturing life, love, and letting people be themselves. My goal first and foremost is contributing to you having a wonderful experience and getting to live in the moment; making the photos about the day and not the day about the photos. I approach each opportunity with personalized care and whatever your photographic goals and day's plans, I’d love to be a part of and to document your story. All couples of all genders, ethnicities, ages, faiths, shapes and abilities, are more than welcome.

Awarded Best of Zola
From our first interaction, Ali proved to be an exceptional wedding photographer. Their communication style was friendly, timely, detail-oriented, and flexible - she was like a fly on the wall on our wedding day, capturing all the special moments we didn't even realize were happening. The quality of her work was seamless, with a documentary style that beautifully documented every aspect of our day. Ali traveled a long distance to be with us, and was thorough in ensuring we had every single picture we wanted and more. We were thrilled to receive gorgeous sneak peeks just days after our wedding. Ali went above and beyond to make our special day perfect, and we couldn't recommend her more highly.
Elizabeth A., 9 months ago

About wedding photographers in Kailua, HI

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Kailua, HI?

A Kailua, HI wedding photographer ranges from $185 to $10,000 and averages at $2,700. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

92% of photographers in Kailua, HI offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in Kailua, HI?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Imagesxpert Media, SweetEmms Photography and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

What else should I keep in mind when booking a wedding photographer?

Are you interested in an engagement shoot as a test run? Drone photography? Wedding albums? All helpful things to ask about when you’re considering which wedding photographer to book!

What types of photographers are in Kailua, HI?

What other Kailua vendors will I need?

What other wedding services are nearby?