I could tell that Marissa and Rui were the perfect fit for taking our family…read moreHawaii picture from the very start they called back right away and listened to what I wanted they were accomadating to my needs and even had the perfect suggestions and the beach we chose together was stunning. I just received my pictures and I cried when I open the photo collection they turned remarkable I just love them so much. Thank you so very much Rui & Marissa

From the owner: We are a husband and wife photography team with over a decade of experience based on the big island…read moreof Hawaii. Its important you find someone whose work you LOVE - But we believe its just as important you find someone who will bring out the best of who you are in your photos! We're lovers of adventure, dreamers, artists, and slightly addicted to ice cream. Give us a good photo spot and we can get lost for hours!

My family did a reunion in Kona and I reached out to Brian and Trina to take our photos. They were…read morevery professional and kept in touch even though I booked well in advanced. We did a pretty short session and it yielded lots of beautiful photos including several candid shots that were absolutely gorgeous. The pictures were sent back to us quickly. We haven't ordered the prints yet however they offer several options so I can only imagine that will be easy and efficient as well.

We had a family vacation booked at Captain Cook in Hawaii and we decided that we wanted to get some…read morepictures done of the whole family (there were 14 of us). So I searched yelped and found Brian and Trina and they did not disappoint. This was our first trip to the Big Island so we didn't know of any locations that we could/should use. As it turned out our rental property had some fanastic views. Brian and Trina were such wonderful, fun people who have a true passion for photography, and go out of their way to make sure that you're feeling comfortable. The photos that they took turned out fantastic and we couldn't be more pleased. You will not be disappointed if you hire them for your photos.

I can't say enough good things about my experience with Kismet Photography by Loryn! From start to…read morefinish, Loryn was the definition of professionalism. Every interaction felt thoughtful and intentional, and she made the entire process smooth and SO enjoyable! The customer service was absolutely top-notch--responsive, warm, and genuinely invested in making sure everything turned out perfectly!! Loryn took the time to understand what I wanted, offered expert guidance, and made sure I felt comfortable throughout the entire shoot! What really stood out, though, was the unforgettable experience she created! It wasn't just about taking great photos (which she absolutely did!)--it was about capturing moments in a way that felt authentic, personal, and even magical! I walked away with not just beautiful images, but lasting memories! I also truly felt I left with a new genuine friendship with Loryn! For the value, it was worth every penny and more! The quality, the care, and the experience you get with Kismet Photography by Loryn is on another level! If you're even thinking about working with Loryn - do it. You won't regret it!!

My wife and I had such a good experience with Kismet Photography, we eloped on a bay in Hawaii and…read moreLoryn was so nice and made us feel extremely comfortable. We absolutely love every single photo she sent us and she helped make our day so special. Would definitely recommend!

My wife and I met Tetiana for a beach photo session and it was one of the highlights of our time in…read moreHawaii! She has a great eye for backgrounds and poses, and she directed us like we were models. The shots were playful and eye-catching, and really captured our love for each other. We could not be more pleased with both the fun, comfortable experience and the high quality of the finished product. The photos were delivered ahead of schedule and exceeded our expectations. We posted a few of them on social media to rave reviews! Highest recommendation for this talented and personable photographer!

my husband and i were recently married while visiting the Big Island, and the officiant we hired…read morebrought Tetiana to photograph our wedding as an "add-on" service for the ceremony. Tetiana is great - she beautifully captured us and our family, was very professional during, and was timely and communicative afterwards. she texted us a small selection of pictures later that evening, that we were able to share until the rest of the album was finished; she said it would take 3-4 weeks for them, but the link to our gallery was provided via email only 2 weeks post-nuptials. she is on instagram as @tetiana__me_photography - and if you happen to be getting hitched in Hawaii, you won't regret working with her.

This review is long overdue - we did a session with Tracey a couple of years ago, and they are some…read moreof my favorite family photos even taken! The weather was not great and we were limited on where we could shoot due to high surf; yet she still made the photos look amazing. Mahalo Tracey, and we hope to see you again when we visit next.

Yes. The answer is yes. Book Tracey!! She is an amazing photographer and you can tell she really…read morecares about work and truly loves what she does. Not only does she take beautiful photos, but she is so fun to work with! She is a beautiful soul inside and out and a wonder to work with! My husband and I are super awkward in front of the camera but she helped us loosen up and have a good time with the shoot. Definitely check out her Instagram @traceylyn for more proof of her amazing work!

The highest compliment I can pay James and Bev is our house is like a gallery for his artwork. We…read morehave hired JRP on two separate visits to the Big Island-- I mean, you've seen his shots on the Internet, they're amazing. And, each time, we get an amazing moment (or three, or fifty) in time of our family in our happy place. Bev is super-responsive in setting up the shoot and James lets us know the best place to head to to get the shot. In this day of smartphones, it has become harder to sift through the professionals who have an eye and the people who just have a camera that takes pictures. James is certainly the former, and we can't wait to keep returning to JRP to keep getting those great moments captured as our family grows older. Thanks, James. If you head to the Big Island (or anywhere in Hawaii) and you need to hire someone who knows how to handle a lens, call James. Use someone else? I certainly... SHUTTER at the thought. ;)

How does James Rubio only have a handful of reviews here?! He is the BEST! We have had 3 sessions…read morewith him so far - once for our engagement (2013), once when we visited with our 1st daughter (2019), and again once our 2nd daughter was born (2022). We live in Seattle and it is now a thing that whenever we make a trip to the Big Island we book a photoshoot with James! He is extremely kind, and always makes us feel welcome with his warm smile and conversation. He is very good with kids and for family photography too! As a long-time local he has a very in-depth knowledge of the island and photoshoot locations. Each time I've been easily able to email with his wife/business partner to sort out details for our session, and they've always been so helpful in suggesting locations based on any "look" we wanted. All the photos that we get back have been stunning and I always purchase the entire album. We have several very large prints of our photo with James hanging in our house. In my opinion, he could be charging a lot more for his superb quality work. I just LOVE Jame's style! Try him out, he won't disappoint!