Hawaii Wedding in Private Estate Kara + Joe   Kara and Joe’s wedding may have been my favorite wedding of 2018. Maybe it was the sparkler exit, maybe it was the gorgeous wedding gown or maybe it was because everyone had so much fun. The guest danced the night away. Hawaii Wedding in Private Estate […]

Maternity Photography Wailea, Maui I am so excited to share this stunning Maternity session in Maui. I picked up the two lovebirds at their hotel Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui and drove them 5 mins to a secret beach. We had a jam-packed Maternity session that included sunset beach photos, drone shots, and a milk bath shoot at the Fairmont […]

SKY AND REEF PHOTOGRAPHY NAMED WINNER OF THE KNOT BEST OF WEDDINGS 2019! Thirteenth Annual Best of Weddings Awards Honor Top Wedding Vendors Across America Honolulu, Hawaii January 14, 2019—Sky and Reef Photography is pleased to announce that we have been selected as a 2019 ­­winner of The Knot Best of Weddings awards, an accolade representing […]

Hawaii Drone Wedding Photography With Hawaii’s specular landscape that includes mountains, turquoise waters, and sandy beaches aerial photography is the new must-have for your wedding day.  Sky and Reef Photography is happy to announce we are offering drone and aerial photography in 2019.   The advantages of using drones for wedding photography are numerous as drones offer a truly […]

The Easiest Way to Get Your Marriage License in Hawaii   So you want to get married in Hawaii? Congrats! That’s amazing. And you won’t regret one single minute of your wedding day or the honeymoon after (please tell me you’re staying for the honeymoon). I want to be honest with you though — it’s […]

Babymoon in Hawaii Hire a Photographer, Adventure, Eat and Relax! What the (heck) babymoon? a babymoon vacation is a time (usually in your third trimester) before your new baby where you (or by yourself) and you’re significant other go do something fun and relaxing together. Many people choose to go on a trip and do […]

25 Questions to Ask Your Hawaii Wedding Photographer   Here is an insider’s scoop from a renowned wedding photographer to help you to navigate your wedding photography questions. When you’re planning a destination wedding, you have a lot of tasks to juggle. First of all, you have to find that perfect place. Then, you have […]

 What to expect from your Hawaii Wedding Photographer Your Hawaii destination Wedding should be stress-free and relaxing. I am here to photograph you drinking rum out of coconuts in your wedding attire. So relax, I got this! I created this guide as a roadmap to help you understand what to expect when you are expecting […]

Which Hawaiian Island Is Right for a Destination Wedding?   Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and Big Island?     So, you are engaged and you have always wanted to get married in Hawaii but not sure where to start. It’s hard to go wrong with choosing paradise for your destination wedding. While it’s true you’d be […]

How to Plan a Destination Wedding  When you’ve been capturing memories for newlyweds as long as I have, you learn a thing or two. Especially since my specialty is wedding photography on and around the Big Island, Kauai, and Oahu, my expertise lies in capturing your destination wedding as perfectly as possible. Kona ranks among […]

Behind the Scenes at The Bel Air Bay Club Wedding Venue I recently spent an afternoon with the Bel Air Bay Club’s venue coordinator, Tessa, and I was beyond impressed. We walked around the stunning oceanfront wedding venue and she offered me a grand tour as well as shared some great wedding insights, behind the […]

Olivas Adobe Wedding Featured Love Inc. Mag   THE LOVE STORY Before Steph and Kat had ever met, two of their mutual friends, Michelle and Jo, seemed to know they would hit it off. It had been a while since Kat had attended the weekly wine club they held at their home, so on a […]

10 Rules for Getting Married in Hawaii Congratulations — you’re engaged! After your engagement, you probably got a wonderful week or two of celebrating becoming a fiancee. No longer just partners, you’ve said “yes” to making it official and spending the rest of your days with the love of your life. You get to show […]

Yosemite Destination Wedding   Lauren + Robert Traveling with Lauren and Robert to Yosemite was a dream! It was so much fun joining them on an adventure through some of the most beautiful locations throughout Yosemite National Park. We did three photo sessions while we were in Yosemite. Can this be any more perfect? Our […]

Starfish Wedding Invitations Your wedding invitations will set the tone for your entire wedding. Basic Invites amazing invitation suites offers stylish designs and completely customizable options. Basic Invite’s starfish wedding invitations are a stylish way to inform your friends and family of your big day. These stylish starfish wedding invitations will stand the test of time on […]

The Ultimate Big Island Wedding Venue Guide How to pick the perfect wedding venue that suits your style Have you dreamed of getting married in Hawaii?  A destination wedding on the beach in Hawaii can seem a bit daunting but this Big Island Wedding Guide is here to help simplify your planning and help you […]

 Mauna Kea Stargazing   Unique Photography Sessions for you and your family … Looking for unique photos to take during your vacation to Big Island? Are you up for an adventure? Do you want to try something new? Do you like stars? Check out Mauna Kea Stargazing Photo Session!   What is Mauna Kea? Mauna Kea is a dormant […]

 Beach Proposal Photos I love proposals, and I love photographing them Especially when on the beach in Malibu. The anticipation. The surprise. The emotions. The excitement. It kind of makes me feel like I am a female James Bond. Waiting for the surprise. But, really, most of the time, I am behind the camera tearing up. […]

Kealakekua Bay Wedding Kealakekua Bay Wedding This stunning big island wedding venue located in Kealakekua Bay was originally a series of private homes located oceanfront next to Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park. It is such a special place to get married and is filled with natural beauty. You may even spot a spinner dolphin if […]

Maternity Milk Bath Session Maternity Milk Bath sessions are all the rage. They are such a fun way to celebrate your pregnancy. You should expect to get all glammed up, lay in a milky bath and take fabulous photos. Sorry, I will not rub your feet while you are in the bath.  Danielle is pretty much […]

Beach Proposal Photography With the help from Los Angeles top proposal planning company, Your perfect Yes, Javier seamlessly surprised and proposed to his girlfriend Mary Anne at Point Dume located in Malibu just north of Los Angeles. The romantic proposal was filled with champagne, fruits, meats, cheese, and snuggles. I was lucky enough to be there and capture […]

How to Prepare for your Hawaii Engagement Photos Tips and Advice   When you’re prepping for your engagement session, there are a few things to keep in mind. This is supposed to be FUN! This is the shoot with no pressure. On the wedding day, we’ll be crunched for time, your dress won’t be able […]

Family Vacation Photos Here is a glimpse from behind the camera to meet me and my family. Even if you aren’t stoked to see them all. It makes my mom happy. Thanks, mom for getting us all together! I appreciate and love you. Why should I hire a pro for my Family Vacation Photos? Have you […]

Waikoloa Beach Elopement   As the sun set in Kona, the easy-breezy couple that was Sean and Lei prepared for their beachfront elopement with their toes in the sand. What better way for this madly smitten couple to start their new life together than with a quiet, private ceremony on the Big Island? I can’t […]

Anna’s Ranch Wedding Anna Ranch Heritage Center located in the heart of Waimea, Hawaii on the Big Island of Hawaii The Anna Ranch Heritage Center is truly the perfect backdrop for weddings. The venue features rustic historic buildings, gracious gardens full of flowers and tropical plant life, romantic secluded spots along beautiful streams of Hawaiian […]

Four Seasons Hualalai Wedding 5 Reasons Why you should choose Four Seasons Hualalai for your wedding? Four Seasons Hualalai Wedding is a gorgeous landscape for Weddings, Honeymoons, Vow Renewals, and Elopements. It offers a multitude of location within the grounds and can accommodate an intimate or large parties. The Four Seasons Hualalai is set on […]

Oahu, Hawaii This Makapu’u Beach Engagement Photography session is such a scenic choice to take photographs on Oahu. Makapuu Beach is located just a short drive from famous Waikiki Beach, Makapuu is my personal favorite beaches. It offers a beautiful backdrop for couples to experience the Hawaii islands for romantic photos beachside with lava rocks, greenery, […]

South Coast Botanic Garden Wedding and Events Venue Garden lovers rejoice, The South Coast Botanical Gardens offer a stunning backdrop for your Wedding and Engagement photographs. The venue is located in the Rolling Estates in Palos Verdes. Come check out this location where the flowers are blooming the air is fresh, and the birds are […]

Wayfarers Chapel is the most beautiful church in Southern California. This glass church is breathtaking and it is an architect’s dream! The church has glass and stone geometric designs and offers specular natural light throughout the church. The Wayfarer’s chapel’s stunning beauty is an ideal location for your dream wedding. Wayfarers Chapel is located atop the […]

Haiku Gardens Wedding Haiku Gardens Atmosphere The atmosphere at Haiku Gardens is magical and is such a hidden gem in Oahu for your locals and destination brides alike. Haiku Gardens is located on the east side of Oahu, in Kanhoe. The venue showcases a breathtaking botanical Garden and a beautiful, open-air Tahitian Chapel. Haiku Gardens Features […]