serving all islands + beyond
Photography
I was born and raised in both Kane'ohe on O'ahu and Hilo, going back and forth between both islands growing up. I am a mama x2 and am at my happiest when making memories with my babies 🤍 My style is a combination of storytelling and posed images, highly focusing on capturing emotional and poetic moments in your story. I love anything warm, sweet, romantic, intimate. Over the years, I have continued to absorb as much as I can and am forever learning and growing and inspired. ✨
My goal as your photographer isn’t just to create one or two “picture perfect”
photos. It’s about capturing the full story: scenery, details, decor, portraits, emotion and creative compositions. It's to capture your story from every angle. I want your gallery to feel like opening your own Pinterest board, filled with dreamy images that work together to tell the story of your day 🎨 Like a beautiful collection of memories, full of variety, emotion, and images that belong together.
I specialize in weddings, elopements, families, maternity, couples, + studio and greenhouse sessions. Along with photography, I also offer video highlight, wedding content creation, a luxury client closet & an ever-growing collection of styling pieces ✨
Aloha, I'm Hoku ✨
Wedding content creation
complimentary Client closet
Elopement Dress & Veil Rentals
Wedding & Elopement Planning
Video highlight
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What i offer
From romantic picnic setups, flowing drapery, florals and more, to keeping it sweet & intimate, I love creating images that feel editorial, timeless and uniquely yours.
Creative direction and styling advice, timeline planning + location & vendor recommendations, I'm here to help bring your vision to life. Whether you're dreaming of something intimate or a luxury experience, I'd truly love to be a part of it! Inquire now for to reserve your date 💌
What sets me apart: 📸
We'll absolutely capture those beautiful, smiling-at-the camera family portraits that everyone loves, but I will also intentionally create & guide moments that allow genuine connection to unfold. A hand kiss, a forehead touch, a toddler running into your arms. Rather than simply waiting for moments to happen, I gently direct and prompt them in a way that feels natural, resulting in images that are both beautiful and meaningful 🤍
If you've ever worried you're not photogenic or don't know how to pose >>> I'm your girl! I'm known for my ability to direct the session in a way that feels fun and easy for everyone involved. I lean into emotional moments, candids, with a less "posey" feeling, and prefer moments with lots of movement, laughter and fun. A blend of dreamy storytelling and timeless portraits. Romantic, warm, cozy, emotional, and artistic. The kind of images that not only show what your family looked like, but what it felt like to be there.
I also include high quality retouching (removing stray hairs, blemishes, distracting objects and people) to create a polished, frameable final image.
My sessions are a safe space for all love & body types, where we will create a vision that is true to you 🤍 I'll guide you every step of the way, while also adapting quickly to your unique personalities and energy. As a mom of two toddlers, I also know that keiki aren't just meant to stand perfectly still! And that's ok! I am known for my patience and love working with children of all ages 🌟
Whether it is a couples, engagement, wedding or maternity, trust that we will get gorgeous and amazing shots you will treasure forever 🌟
5 ReasonS why: Nahokulani Photography
1.
Professional & Creative Advisor
Using high-quality photography equipment, including cameras, lenses, lighting, and editing software, to produce artistic and high-quality images. Professional retouching on all images includes taming stray hairs, blemish removal, deleting distracting objects and more to create a polished/frameable final image 📸 We also add brainstorming and extra creative touches to sprinkle a little extra ✨magic✨ into every session!
2.
High-Quality Experience
You will receive a high-quality experience from start to end. Sit back, and let me handle everything during our photography session! I'll take care of all the thinking, posing, and organizing. Just show up ready to enjoy the experience, and we'll capture beautiful memories for you to cherish.
3.
Aesthetic Vision
Working magic behind the camera to capture the perfect shot using camera angles and lighting. With my tricks to grab children's attention and keep everyone looking their best, you can trust that no one will be blinking and the composition will be perfectly balanced. I'll ensure that every image reflects the joy and personality of you and your loved ones, creating timeless memories that you'll treasure forever.
4.
A Fun, Safe Space
Being in front of the camera can feel anxious and awkward, but I'm here to create a fun and comfortable atmosphere for you! I'll bring the energy, hype you up, fixing your hair and ensuring you look and feel your absolute best. My goal is to make you feel confident and at ease during our session, capturing your true essence and personality in every shot. 🌟
5.
The Memories
You and your family will always look back and treasure that they have those irreplaceable memories to hold onto forever! Long past when we are gone, these photos will continue to tell the story of our lives and the love we shared with our families and will be treasured by future generations.
Whether it is a wedding, couples, engagement, maternit or mommy-and-me session, trust us to get gorgeous and amazing shots during your session!
Hilo x Kailua-Kona, HI |
Kaneohe, Oahu, HI
Based in Hilo
Travel to O'ahu and outer islands + beyond
I love any excuse to travel home! O'ahu travel is only the cost of a flight (no car or hotel necessary) ✈️
my style
Choosing a photographer based on their work and editing style is the best way to gauge what you can expect in your final gallery! My editing style can be viewed as:
warm, earthy, Soft and romantic
If this also sounds like you, I would love to connect! I get so excited for every single session. I love people, families, keiki and anything motherhood!
My greatest hope is that you love your photos and how you look and feel in them, while also providing a high-quality experience from start to end.
This is our process:
I. Book the date.
Fill out my contact form to confirm date availability!
II. Take photos.
We will choose a color scheme, any inspiration photos and session location! You show up and relax and I will guide you through poses and location.
III. Deliver memories.
After your session, all galleries are individually culled to select your best shots, fully retouched, and finally, delivered in a private online gallery where you can immediately download in high-resolution.
“The absolute best!! You brought the vision to life and then some✨ Thank you so so much again for going over and beyond for my Ohana. We already can’t wait for our next session with you🤍"
KELIA + OCEAN MATERNITy
"Thank you for capturing our family🤍 will definitely keep in touch for future photoshoots🤍 we’re glad we chose you!”
ISHIBASHI 'OHANA
testimonials
“Couldn’t have made the vision reality without you! Thank you for an amazing experience 🥰❤️”
IGE 'OHANA + FIRST BIRTHDAY CAKE SMASH
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Hiring a photographer allows YOU to be part of the memory:
If you often look back & realize you're hardly in any of the moments or memories bc you are behind the camera.. When the photos you do take, you don't like the way you look.. Hiring a professional allows you to be a part of that precious, irreplaceable season in life, and high-quality photos from a photographer's perspective will be your (and your keiki's) lifelong memories
I always keep in mind: what looks flattering, angles, lighting, etc.
