Business Details
Award-Winning Destination Wedding Photographer in Hawaii
Founded on the belief that every love story deserves to be told with artistry and authenticity, we specialize in capturing weddings through a blend of cinematic elegance and heartfelt storytelling. Our approach combines documentary-style candor with editorial refinement, ensuring each momentfrom the grand to the intimateis preserved with intention. With a global portfolio spanning vineyards in Tuscany, beaches in Hawaii, and ballrooms in New York, we bring a nuanced perspective shaped by years of experience and features in publications like Vogue, The New York Times, and Vanity Fair. Our commitment to timeless imagery is matched by our dedication to understanding each couple's unique vision, offering personalized guidance from timeline creation to location scouting.We utilize both film and digital mediums to create layered, emotive photographs that transcend trends, focusing on the quiet glances, shared laughter, and intricate details that define your celebration. As a destination wedding photographer, we prioritize adaptability to your chosen environment while maintaining an unobtrusive presence that allows your day to unfold naturally. Our accolades reflect not just technical skill but a deep respect for the emotional weight of your story, ensuring the final gallery feels as profound and individual as your love itself.
Services
Wedding Photography
Destination Weddings
Engagement Portraits
Welcome Party Coverage
Goodbye Brunch Coverage
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of experience capturing weddings globally with a unique blend of documentary and editorial styles.
- Our team specializes in destination weddings across diverse environments, from beaches to ballrooms.
- We provide personalized guidance on aesthetic vision and timeline creation to ensure every detail is captured.
- Our hybrid approach combines film and digital mediums for layered, emotive imagery.
- Featured in top-tier publications like Vogue and Vanity Fair, reflecting industry-recognized artistry.
What people say
Meaningful moments
Artistic approach
Professional demeanor
Timeless imagery
Emotional depth
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography service blends documentary-style authenticity with editorial elegance to immortalize your celebration. Using both film and digital mediums, we capture candid moments and curated details, from gown textures to shared glances. The resulting imagery preserves the emotional depth and visual grandeur of your day, creating a timeless narrative that reflects your unique love story.
Destination Weddings
Specializing in destination weddings, we document celebrations across diverse settingsfrom Hawaiian beaches to Tuscan vineyards. Our approach adapts to each location while maintaining an unobtrusive presence, ensuring your cultural traditions and environmental aesthetics are seamlessly integrated into the storytelling. Travel logistics are customized to your venue, with pre-wedding consultations to align creative vision.
Engagement Portraits
Engagement portraits offer an opportunity to build rapport before your wedding day while creating intimate, styled imagery. These sessions focus on your relationship's organic dynamics, using natural environments to highlight your connection. The resulting photographs serve as both cherished keepsakes and valuable references for capturing your interactions on the wedding day.
Welcome Party Coverage
We document welcome parties with a photojournalistic approach, capturing the relaxed atmosphere and guest interactions. This service emphasizes candid storytelling, from toasts to spontaneous laughter, while maintaining editorial refinement in composition. The coverage ensures these often-overlooked moments become part of your wedding's visual legacy.
Goodbye Brunch Coverage
Our post-wedding brunch coverage preserves the lingering joy of your celebration through natural, unposed photography. We focus on capturing the ease of these gatheringsfamily conversations, leftover decorations, and final moments with loved onesto complete your wedding narrative with warmth and authenticity.
People
Ari Theel
Lead Photographer
Ari Theel is an award-winning destination wedding photographer known for blending cinematic elegance with authentic storytelling. With features in Vogue and The New York Times, Ari specializes in capturing unscripted moments through a mix of film and digital mediums, prioritizing emotional depth and timeless composition.
Questions
Do you travel for weddings outside Hawaii?
Yes, I document weddings globally. Travel fees are customized based on destination, covering airfare, lodging, and logistics.
What is included in the signature collection?
Collection No. 01 includes 10 hours of coverage, two photographers, film/digital hybrid shooting, and a complimentary engagement session.
How long does it take to receive photos?
A sneak peek is delivered within 7 days, with full galleries available after post-processing.
Can we customize our coverage package?
Yes, all collections are adjustable. We create tailored proposals during consultation to match your specific needs.
What style do you use for portraits?
I combine documentary-style candor with editorial posing, focusing on natural expressions and timeless compositions.
