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Professional photography across Oahu — weddings, engagements, couples, families, senior portraits, headshots and vacation photos that actually look like you.
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Honolulu, HawaiʻiI'm Zac — an Oahu-based portrait photographer working with people who feel awkward in front of a camera.
Most of my clients tell me they're "not photogenic" before we meet. Ninety minutes later, they're laughing, loose, and genuinely surprised by what they see.
That's the whole job: direct you gently, find the light, and keep the shoot low-pressure enough that your real personality shows up. The good photos follow from there.
I photograph weddings, engagements, couples, families, senior portraits, headshots, and vacation sessions all across Oahu — plus editorial and cultural work through my ongoing Stranger Portraits series.
Portfolio
Book a session →A selection of work across three threads — the people I meet, the love I get to witness, and the culture I'm honored to document.
"Zac is not only a talented photographer, but a joy to work with. I felt comfortable, relaxed and supported the whole time — and the photos turned out awesome."Maddison Yamamura — Oahu
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- 30-minute guided session
- One location, one look
- 10 fully-edited images
- Private online gallery
- Sneak peek within 48 hours
- Full posing & expression direction
- One outfit, one location
- 20+ fully-edited hero images
- Private online gallery
- Sneak peek within 48 hours
- 90-minute guided session
- Multiple outfit changes
- Multiple locations (within reason)
- 30+ fully-edited images
- Priority delivery & sneak peek
Oahu portrait photography, wherever you're headed on the island.
Zac is a professional Oahu photographer based in Honolulu, traveling across the island for sessions — Waikiki, Lanikai Beach, Kailua, Ko Olina, the North Shore (Haleʻiwa, Waimea, Sunset Beach, Turtle Bay), Diamond Head, Kualoa, Makapuʻu and the Ka Iwi coast. Sessions cover weddings, engagements, couples, families, senior portraits, professional headshots, maternity, and Hawaii honeymoon and vacation photography — for locals, students, couples planning weddings or engagements, families visiting from the mainland, and travelers wanting photos they'll actually want to print.
Every week, I stop someone on Oahu I've never met and ask if I can take their portrait — no fee, no catch.
Journal
Journal — under construction
The 12 best photo spots on Oahu (ranked)
From empty sunrise beaches to the cliffs nobody posts about — where to actually take portraits on the island.
What to wear for a Hawaii beach photoshoot
Colors that photograph well against turquoise water, fabrics that move with the trade winds, and what to skip.
When is golden hour on Oahu? A month-by-month guide
The exact windows to book for warm, glowing light — and the hours to skip, each time of year.
The Oahu photo-spots guide.
Twelve locations, the best time of day for each, parking notes, and what to pack. Sent straight to your inbox.
Frequently asked.
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Where on Oahu do you shoot?
All over the island. Some of the most-requested spots: Waikiki, Lanikai Beach, Kailua, the North Shore (Haleʻiwa, Waimea, Sunset Beach, Turtle Bay), Diamond Head, Ko Olina, Honolulu and downtown / Chinatown, Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden, Ala Moana, Magic Island, Kualoa, Makapuʻu and the Ka Iwi coast. If you're not sure, I'll suggest a location based on your session type, the time of day and the light — and I travel islandwide for sessions.
What if I'm not photogenic?
That's what almost everyone says before a shoot. Everyone is photogenic with the right direction — most of the session is spent coaching expressions and angles so you look and feel like yourself on camera.
How much does an Oahu portrait session cost?
Three options to fit different needs. The Mini ($250) is 30 minutes in one location with 10 edited images — great for headshots, grad portraits or quick vacation photos. The Portrait Session ($500) is 60 minutes with 20+ edited hero images — the most popular choice. The Full Experience ($1,000) is 90 minutes with multiple outfit changes, multiple locations within reason, and 30+ edited images.
How far in advance should I book?
Weekends and sunrise/sunset slots typically book three to four weeks out, especially from April through September. If you're visiting, book as soon as your dates are locked.
When will I get the photos back?
A sneak-peek of three to five images arrives within 48 hours. The full edited gallery is delivered within 14 days.
What happens if it rains?
Oahu weather moves fast. We usually reschedule to later in the day, or to the next morning. No fees for weather reschedules.
Let's make
something good.
Pick a date and time that works for you — I'll handle the rest.
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