Whether you're visiting Hawaii or are kama'aina, I’m here to help you create a customized photography session experience and capture stunning images of you and yours that will make you smile for a long time to come!
I shoot a wide variety of types of photography and videography, and being from Oahu, I can help you find the perfect spot for the photos you want to capture. Please check out my portfolio below!
For session pricing, frequently asked questions, and happy client reviews, keep scrolling past my portfolio.
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FAMILY
BEACH/UNDERWATER
WEDDING
COUPLES/ENGAGEMENT
MATERNITY
NEWBORN
HEADSHOTS
ADVENTURE
SPORTS
PRICING
Simplicity and offering the greatest amount of value is SUPER important to me and what I offer in my sessions!
I offer simplified flat rate pricing - one rate that covers your session anywhere on Oahu, all necessary image editing and processing, and full resolution digital delivery of all of your session’s best images via online gallery, with full permission to use the photos however you’d like (print release included).
Session options are based solely on the amount of shooting time you need. You can use your booked time for just about any type of photos you may need, including a mixture of photo types - e.g. family + graduation + maternity. As long as it fits within the time we have, we can shoot it!
(Exceptions apply for wedding photography services - please contact me for more information)
30 MINUTE SESSIONS - $350
30 minutes of shooting time
Minimum 30-40 images delivered
No limit on number of individuals in your session
60 MINUTE SESSIONS - $500
60 minutes of shooting time
Minimum 50-60 images delivered
No limit on number of individuals in your session
90+ MINUTE SESSIONS - $650
Flexible up to 2 hours of shooting time
Minimum 70-100 images delivered
Session can be divided between two different locations and/or days
No limit on number of individuals in your session
REVIEWS!
“We had a fantastic family session! Levon was very professional and personable from beginning to end. He got some amazing shots and made sure we got every picture we wanted. His patience with my kids was appreciated! Highly recommend and will be returning for more pictures in the future!” - L.S.
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“Capturing the memory of our vow renewal was extremely important to us. Levon made the experience fun and the outcome absolutely beautiful. He’s not only talented but patient, prompt and professional from start to finish. We are beyond happy with his stunning work and were honored to have him as our photographer. Mahalo!” - R.B.
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“Levon is SO much fun to work with. Super relaxed and eager to make you happy. And obviously he has the artistic eye and technical prowess to make your shots absolutely stunning!” - K.S.
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“I have done two photo shoots with Levon! His professionalism is unmatched. My daughter, who is 8, felt so comfortable with him. He was creative and kept the shoot interesting and fun! I would recommend him to anyone.” - J.W.
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“Levon was great to work with! He had so much patience with our wild two year old and wanted to make sure we had every opportunity to get the shots we wanted! Prices were fair and reasonable and I highly recommend using his services!” K.Y.
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“So happy I found Levon to do our family beach shoot! He was helpful and provided a lot of info during our first conversation before booking the shoot. I immediately knew I had found the perfect photographer. We met at sunrise and he was nice, patient, and had great posing suggestions for our family photos. He was very timely in getting the photos to us after our shoot. My family couldn’t pick a favorite because they loved each and every one! Levon is an awesome photographer! Thank you for the beautiful memories!” - L.R.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: How would you describe your shooting and editing style?
A: Hawaii is beautiful, and people are beautiful, so I try to keep things as natural as possible in bringing out the beauty that is already there when my clients + Hawaii come together! My editing style is designed to be timeless and attempts to preserve an as-if-you-were-there type of look, with a little added punch of eye-catching vibrance. After all to me, this is why you opt to do a photo session in Hawaii in the first place, to capture its stunning beauty!
Q: How long have you been a photographer?
A: I never know quite how to answer this one because the transition from exclusively shooting surf and scenic photography to shooting portrait photography was a VERY gradual one! Since I was a kid, I’ve always loved capturing photos of beautiful scenery and shooting waves and friends/family in the surf, a passion that has continued throughout my life into adulthood. Sometime circa 2015, I had an admirer of my surf photography ask me if I also shoot portraits. In my head, I thought, “ummm NO!!” But, I decided to give it a try, ended up liking it a lot more than I imagined I would, and have been shooting and progressing within the portrait genre ever since. I’ve been taking it very seriously as a profession since about 2017, and have been continuously honing my skills and building my full-time photography business since that time.
Q: Where do you shoot your photo sessions?
A: I shoot at many different outdoor locations all over the island of Oahu. Being native Hawaiian and having grown up here, I have in-depth knowledge of lots of different locations and their unique nature, which aids in helping you pick the perfect location for your needs. I also occasionally travel to the other islands, as well as the U.S. mainland for photo sessions!
Q: What time of day would our session be?
A: In my experience, the best times of day for lighting are generally just after sunrise and just before sunset, with some locations being better for one or the other due to geography of the island (proximity to sunrise/sunset, steep mountains blocking the sun, etc.). Shooting at these times of day tends to produce softer, more pleasant lighting, avoiding the harsh, less flattering lighting toward the middle part of the day, and also produces more vibrant colors and stunning sunrises and sunsets.
**Sidenote - if you’re visiting Oahu and are concerned about getting up for an early morning session, keep in mind that the time zone change will likely have you up VERY early for the first few mornings you are here (3:00 or 4:00am is not uncommon!), making it a lot easier than you may realize. This can actually make it easier for children vs. a sunset session when unadjusted kids get cranky earlier than usual!
Q: What if it rains? What if I need to reschedule or cancel due to unexpected changes to my schedule or travel plans?
A: In keeping with my philosophy of simplicity and making things as easy as possible for my clients, I offer an unlimited free rescheduling policy, in case of bad weather or other unexpected circumstances that may pop up. I also offer a full refund guarantee, in case you need to cancel for any reason. Both of these policies are outlined in my photo session service agreement, which you will receive at the time of booking.
Q: What if we have no experience in front of a camera, or have shy/awkward individuals in our group?
A: Not to worry! I will guide you every step of the way and make your session a fun, easy, and painless experience!
(And believe it or not, I’m a big introvert who doesn’t enjoy being in front of the camera, so I totally get it and can empathize, while also using my experience as a seasoned photographer to help you feel comfortable!)
Q: I have some theme or posing ideas I’ve compiled that I want to incorporate into my session, is that ok?
A: Yes, absolutely! I love combining my creative vision with that of my clients in making sure you get all of the photos you want during your session!
Q: Is there a limit to the number of individuals we can have present for our session?
A: No not at all! While many photographers charge extra for individuals in the group over a certain number, I never do. Families and groups come in varying sizes, and I don’t believe that that should feel like a penalty! Everyone you want captured in your photo memories is welcome!
Q: Can I utilize my session for more than one type of photography need I may have?
A: Yes, absolutely! In keeping with my philosophy of simplicity, I’m more than happy to shoot whatever you need within the allotted time we have for your session. I regularly have clients who need both family + maternity photos, family + graduation photos, sneak some headshots within a family session or even a wedding, etc. Happy to do it!
Q: Do you perform major digital alterations in your editing process to fix scenery, backgrounds, body modifications, etc.?
A: Yes and no. I try to keep my scenery as natural yet vibrant as possible, which begins by selecting locations and times of day that will yield the best possible natural results (also see my approach to editing style above). I don’t do things like swap fake skies (MANY photographers do this, looks super unnatural) or add other background elements that weren’t originally there. I do, however, try to remove unnecessary, distracting and unappealing elements such as poles, signs, people in the background, etc. I also try to do minor corrections on subjects such as fixing acne and other blemishes, excessively wind blown hair, etc. These are done with permission/by request as I try not to automatically assume the client wants these fixes. I don’t do alterations to body morphology, however, as this usually tends to look worse than the original, unless done by a professional digital artist.
Q: How will I receive my photos and is there a print release included?
A: Your photos will be delivered in full resolution digital format via online gallery, from which you can download and save your images (I try to keep backup copies of your images indefinitely). The resolution of your images will be more than sufficient for any typical printing situations that 99.9% of people will need. And yes, a print release is included and you may use your photos in any way that you’d like!
Q: What is your turnaround time?
A: In most instances, sessions will be edited, processed, and your photos delivered to you in 7-10 days (generally around 2 weeks for weddings). If you urgently need some or all of your images sooner than that, I may be able to expedite some or all of your session upon request. Note: turnaround times may be longer during certain times of year (e.g. - holiday season, during vacations, etc.). Where this is the case, I will do my best to let you know in advance and give you an estimate on turnaround time, with the option for expedited sneak peeks in a reasonably short amount of time.
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