Greg Helm Photos

Hawaii photographers are working in one of the most photographed places on earth. The good ones stand out.

Wedding photography, commercial work, real estate photography, aerial drone work, and portrait sessions all have strong markets here. The volume of photography demand from both the resident population and visitors means the local market is competitive and relatively well developed. Quality varies widely. The gap between a photographer who knows Hawaii's light and one who does not shows immediately in the work. Photographers who have shot Hawaii locations extensively know how to handle specific light conditions, which shift rapidly and differ from continental US conditions. They also know the permit requirements for popular shooting locations. Shooting on state parks, beach parks, and many resort properties requires advance permits. Working without them is a real liability for commercial shoots and creates problems on the day of the shoot. The photographers listed here serve clients across all islands and across a range of commercial and personal project types. For weddings, ask to see a full gallery from a comparable event before booking.