Chris is an absolute gem of a photographer! After my fiancé surprised me with a proposal during our trip to Oahu, I was scrambling to find someone who could accommodate a last-minute engagement photo shoot. From the moment I reached out, Chris responded promptly and with genuine care, making me feel at ease during such an exciting and emotional time. What stood out from the start was Chris's heartfelt communication and dedication to capturing our special moment. He quickly confirmed our session details via text and even scheduled a phone call to discuss everything thoroughly. From suggestions on what to wear to tips for making the most of the island's lighting, Chris went above and beyond to ensure we were prepared and comfortable. His thoughtful advice helped my fiancé and me feel confident and camera-ready. On the day of the shoot, Chris exceeded all our expectations. His professionalism, kindness, and attention to detail made the experience unforgettable. He took his time to find the best angles and locations, making sure every shot felt unique and magical. Chris even extended our session well beyond the agreed time to ensure we had a variety of stunning photos to cherish. The results? Absolutely breathtaking. Chris made me feel like a princess, and the photos captured our love and joy so beautifully that they brought tears to our eyes. I cannot express how much his effort and talent meant to us. This was a 20/10 experience, and I wouldn't think of going to anyone else for future photography needs. Chris, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for creating such cherished memories. You'll forever be a part of our story, and I'll happily recommend you to everyone I know. E&A read more

We recently had the pleasure of working with Chris during our family vacation in Oahu, and we couldn't be happier with the experience! As a family of five, including three kids, we were a bit worried about getting the right background and scenery, but Chris made the best recommendations. Chris was incredibly patient and understanding, especially with our two daughters who are dancers. He captured their passion beautifully, resulting in some stunning dance shots that we will cherish forever. His ability to connect with each of our kids and make them feel comfortable was truly impressive. Throughout the session, Chris was professional, friendly, and attentive to our needs. He took the time to ensure every shot was perfect, and his creativity shone through in every picture. The final photos exceeded our expectations, capturing the essence of our family and the beauty of Oahu. When we were getting ready to leave, Chris asked us our itinerary during our stay. He recommended some restaurants that were great! Just a great guy. We highly recommend Chris to anyone looking for a talented and patient photographer in Oahu. Thank you, Chris, for creating such wonderful memories for our family! read more

for anyone who sees this my name is Blake,I had the hardest time trying to plan and find a good photographer,I searched and searched then came along Chris me and him clicked from the very first phone call, I knew I had to find somebody with great talent, and knew what they were doing, because I was proposing and this was going to be the most important memory of our lives, Chris helped me through all the stress, and made everything so easy. when I tell y'all I was nervous from the very beginning,even the thought of meeting a random person,and taking pictures I was nervous,as soon as we met in person,it felt like we have known him forever and he was a old buddy,he was super funny and made everything feel super natrual,and not akward at all,besides that he wanted to work with us,and even went as far as getting in a plane and traveling to Maui,from his island.i now made a new friend and a personal photographer for my wedding and any time we go to Hawaii I will make sure I give my man a call thanks Chris!! read more

We recently had the pleasure of working with Chris McChesney for our family photo session in Hawaii, and we couldn't be happier with the experience! From the moment we reached out, he was incredibly kind and professional, making us feel at ease right away. As this was our first time doing professional photos, we were a bit nervous, but Chris was so friendly and polite. He skillfully directed us on how to pose, ensuring we felt comfortable and natural in front of the camera. His guidance made all the difference! The selection of props he had available added a fun touch to our photos, and the final results were absolutely beautiful. We are thrilled with how they turned out! The quality of the photos is remarkable, especially considering the reasonable price we paid. Plus, we were so grateful that he was available on such short notice. We highly recommend Chris to anyone looking for a talented and personable photographer. Thank you for capturing our special family moments so perfectly! read more

If you need a photographer then you need look no further than Chris!!! Whether it's family portraits or a wedding party, he has the skills that will make you extremely happy with the finished product. Plus he's fun to work with! We were on vacation and Chris did some family portraits for our annual Christmas card. We are thrilled with the final results!!! He was a lot a fun to chat with and super easy to work with as well. Not only does he have a great eye for detail, he is wonderful with the kiddos too! Chris was able to gently direct our little ones in a kind and encouraging way that brought smiles to their little faces. He was also able to deftly direct the adults in the party to make sure we looked our best while posing. Neither an easy task! Additionally, he gave us some great recommendations on things to do in the area that may be overlooked by a visitor. Chris is genuine and kind And that really shows. Easy 10 stars from me. read more

Yes! Yes! Yes! We loved working with Chris! He made the whole process super easy and stress free! We've worked with other photographers in the past and chose to work with Chris due to his quick response time, thoughtful communication and attention to detail. He put in a lot of effort into our first call and seemed excited, got us more excited. He helped give suggestions on the most beautiful location that didn't have a lot of tourists around and gave us suggestions on our outfits selection to get the look we wanted in our family photographs. After the shoot, we received the photos very quickly in an online gallery that was easy to look through and download our photos from. We got way more photos from him than anyone we had ever worked with. I definitely plan to use him again & already told a friend. read more

I can't say enough good things about our experience with Chris as our engagement photographer! From the very beginning, he took the time to get to know us, showing genuine interest in our story rather than just focusing on profits. Chris went above and beyond by recommending stunning locations for our surprise engagement. His suggestions truly made the day magical! What impressed us the most was his ability to blend in seamlessly; my now-fiancée had no clue what was happening until the big moment arrived! His talent behind the lens is undeniable, capturing every emotion beautifully. We couldn't be happier with how the photos turned out. If you're looking for a photographer who truly cares and delivers amazing results, look no further than Chris. Thank you for making our special day unforgettable! read more

Chris is the most talented photographer to this day that I've ever worked with! He did our elopement photos and caught the pure happiness between us two from posing us (we are not the most photogenic couple lol) to telling us when to kiss and when to smile and letting us feel at ease by joking around and making us feel comfortable! He really is the whole package deal! He even stayed over the time we booked to ensure we had photos from all different angles with all different backgrounds! We cannot suggest Chris enough (and his daughter who also helped take photos throughout) and if you're on the fence about getting photos done with him you should absolutely go for it, he's the man for the job every single time! read more

We had a fantastic experience. From the first call to finding a perfect location to the session to the photos everything was smooth and lovely! Chris was excellent with giving us poses to do and knew how to engage my toddler to participate. He has an eye for photography and is very skilled. I also appreciated that he was within a reasonable price range and didn't rip us off like other photographers that quoted us super insanely high prices. Lastly, I was thankful for Chris because I wanted to take photos in other locations we didn't choose and he actually gave me directions and pin drops and maps to find beautiful hidden gem spots that I had seen online. 10/10 read more

Chris McChesney was the greatest photographer we could have asked for on short notice and his prices were even affordable! We were so excited to be married at Holana Beach Cove and we were somewhat skeptical of what we would find. But Chris met us there to capture the most romantic shots of us by the ocean and in the cove! Very helpful with positioning if, like me, you aren't great at posing. He was kind and open with us even if there were hold-ups, he made it feel as if he were simply an old friend If you need a photographer in Hawaii, whether planned or on short notice, DEFINITELY consider Chris McChesney!!! read more

We stayed at Disney's Aulani Resort and Chris came out to the lawn/beach area in front of the hotel to take our family portraits while we were dressed up to attend the luau later on that night. I usually feel awkward getting my pictures taken, but not with Chris. He made my entire family feel comfortable trying various poses that would make us all look our best. Even the kids (ages 6 and 10) did great and we wound up with a bunch of photos we love. I can't thank Chris enough for documenting this special memory for us! read more

My family and I are so thankful for Chris. We were looking for a photographer somewhat last minute, and we couldn't have asked for a better choice. Since I first talked to Chris he understood what I was looking for and the importance to capture our time in Hawaii. Chris was on time, attentive and patience with us. He's very professional, reasonably priced,accommodating, and he goes above and beyond for his clients. Lastly, Chris was very timely and prompt with providing us the gallery. We highly recommend him!! read more

Chris was so amazing! As someone who doesn't always feel comfortable taking photos let alone trying to figure out how to pose for one, Chris made the whole experience so comfortable and easy! He made sure everyone always looked their best and would tweak things when they needed a little fixing. Every shot was absolutely breathtaking, and he made us all feel so beautiful! The whole experience was wonderful and by the end of it Chris made us all feel like family to him. Could not recommend him enough!!! read more

Chris McChesney was a great photographer. My daughter was on Oahu for three days and we desperately needed a photo shoot for graduation announcements. Chris responded within 30 minutes and we made arrangements for a photography session at one of Oahu's beautiful beaches. He was accommodating to a teenager's request yet still held much professionalism in order to capture the right shots, poses and lighting. In the end my daughter was happy and that means the world to me. Thank you Chris. read more

Simply Amazing! =) We had our sunrise family photoshoot with Chris on Wednesday July 31st. The photo shoot experience was wonderful and we are happy with how the family pictures turned out very beautiful. Chris is a good guy very easy to talk to if there was any questions prior or after the photoshoot he was more than happy to answer all of them for us. We would definitely recommend Chris to everyone who is planning to visit Oahu and are looking for an awesome photographer. Mahalo read more

I recently had a photo session at the USS Arizona and USS Missouri, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. Chris is an incredible professional and had a great eye for capturing the perfect moments. The pictures turned out amazing, truly capturing the essence of the location and the emotions of the day. Plus, the price was very reasonable for the quality of work provided. I highly recommend this photographer to anyone looking for stunning photos and a great overall experience! read more

Absolutely the best experience we could have hoped for. Chris was not only extremely professional but he was able to dissipate our nerves and made the experience so very fun for my husband and I. Not only was the experience of the photoshoot wonderful but the finished photos were more then we could have ever hoped for. Chris' attention to detail was phenomenal; taking into consideration everything from poses, location, shadowing, and in our case the waves in the background. ​ read more

Chris was awesome. We were only in Oahu for two days and we wanted the experience to last longer. We had Chris take photos and they were fantastic! He helped us pose when needed, the candid shots were fun, and he was excellent with the kids. Highly recommend using Chris for amazing family photos. We were only available for the shoot Thanksgiving morning and he worked around his family schedule to make it happen. He goes the extra mile and he's worth every cent. read more

Chris was very personable and easy to work with. He accommodated our last minute request for some family photos and we were so pleased with how they turned out. He was knowledgeable about locations and capturing the spirit/scenery of Hawaii. I've included a photo of the kids with their grandfather. He was happy to accommodate the inclusion of my father in law and his pricing was reasonable. Chris was also able to edit and provide the digital files to us quickly! read more