Becoming a mom at the age of 19 changed my whole perspective on life. I picked up a camera the first time to capture fleeting moments of my little new babes. My kids helped me see the world from a fresh perspective. I’m an ambitious dreamer and a hard working mama at the same time.
I pour my heart & soul into my couples + work and cannot express my gratitude for getting the opportunity to capture huge life events.
I have served over 150 weddings throughout the years & feel so honored + valued to be apart of life changing moments all around the world. Over the years I have built friendships, amazing relationships and connections which is what I truly what I seek for.
I'm not the photographer for everyoe and that's okay.
If we vibe, count me and my team in.
THE KNOT
WANDERING WEDDINGS
WEDDING WIRE
My Philosophy
We give my clients an extrodinary experience from start to finish, a one of a kind experience. My entire team is born & raised in Hawaii and truly embody the "aloha" spirit. I'm also huge on energy and as long as we vibe together-we're the perfect fit. My team is ready to take care of you from start to finish.
I truly seek exploring & traveling around the world and am so utterly grateful I get to share my passion in photography with others around the world. I am indebted to my couples who hire me to be a part of their day from far & wide. My goal is to tell your one of a kind love story.
Being immersed in the wedding & elopement industry for almost an entire decade I know what will make your day stressfree, fun and flow seamlessly.
We got you.
After shooting over 150+ weddings & elopements, trust me I know a thing or two.
I connect with all things modern, boho and romantic, that’s where I truly THRIVE and am in my element. I would describe my work as timeless, a style that will never be just a "trend" but live on for decades to come.
I pour my absolute heart & soul into each one of my couples, which is why me & my team only take a very limited amount of couples, weddings & elopements.
We want to make sure we're the right fit for eachother-so as long as we vibe, count us in! I pride myself of being sought out years in advance so if you'd like us to capture your big day get in touch. Some couples reach out to us weeks in advance for an elopement or years in advance for weddings. Regardless, always shoot your shot for a once in a lifetime experience!
“Every wedding, every shoot, I see the world through a whole new lens. Your story will be different from the last, and this ignites my passion all over again.”
Regardless of forgetting your heels at the hotel, or only remembering to write your vows the day of or even being an hour late, we've got your back. Weddings & elopements can be hectic but we are there to support you regardless and have your back. We're there to make your day seamless, capture the good moments and everything in between.
Here's the process of working with me & my team:
1. Go through my website, pricing details, about us and past work to make sure we're the right fit. Make sure you read through the details and that we align with your vision.
2. Reach out-please inquire using my website and give me as much details as you possibly can, share with me your story, your journey and details of your big event. Check your inbox as you can expect a response within less than 24 hours.
3. Make sure we vibe-we'll hop on a call, chat about life, catch up like long lost friends and make sure we're the perfect fit for each other.
4. Count us in-after our consultation call you will receive a proposal for a contract & retainer. Once that's received your date is officially saved!
Rain, hail or shine, I won’t miss a beat.
The Notebook Still Make me Cry. Coffee still makes my day and my babies are my Reason why.
"I’m absolutely sobbing. All of these are absolutely incredible. You and your team were everything and more. Thank you again for being so incredible. Justin and I thank you from the bottom of our hearts of capturing our special day. I CANNOT STOP CRYING, LAUGHING AND EVERY EMOTION in my body. This was INCREDIBLE, thank you so much for sharing!”
“Thank you Anela! You & your team were such a great energy to have around. I knew I chose the right photographer to capture our wedding day. You are hands down a talented photographer. Vlad and I couldn’t help, but be absolutely amazed by all the photos. I laughed, cried and awed going through them. Anela and her team are brilliant. Not only is the photogrpahy magazine esque, they were so professional and down to earth.
his was one of the most important things for us to have someone we absolutely trust to capture this day as we are such a sentimental couple and love to relive memories through our photos and we are SO thankful to have found you! Thank you for being the most kind, down to earth, funny and dopest photographer we’ve ever met Love you, Anela!!
No story is one and the same.
Yours will be finessed to share your unique journey.