Hawaii & Beyond
Wedding photography
MEGAN MOURA
You believe that weddings are a symphony of subtle moments and grand gestures
You desire connection with those around you
And you want your photographer to be there as it unfolds
From the moment you lock eyes down the aisle to the feeling of the dance floor rumbling beneath your feet, your wedding is a million little moments, that deserve to be preserved
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At the heart of your wedding, are the people you love. They ground you and raise your spirits in celebration. Let your photos reflect those connections
connection
You've chosen a documentary wedding photographer because you want photos that bring you back to that momentous day, & you'll remember what it felt like
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You believe that weddings are a symphony of subtle moments and grand gestures
You desire connection with those around you
And you want your photographer to be there as it unfolds
MEGAN MOURA
Wedding photography
Hawaii & Beyond
I'm Megan, a wedding photographer in Oahu. my elopement and wedding photography is a balance of photo-journalism and classic portraiture. Both in harmony, to document your nuanced day with depth, truth and beauty.
I'm based in Honolulu and provide wedding photography services throughout the State of Hawaii and beyond. Let me document your big day in elegant imagery that tells your unique story. I approach each wedding with an eye for natural connections, honoring all moments that are important to you and by doing so, I offer you timeless images.
My clients desire an effortless wedding day and a photographer who cares about their experience. My work has been describes as effortlessly elegant, classic, emotive and timeless.
Welcome!
"My work is a blend of photojournalism & classic portraiture. Executed Artfully in both
film and digital."
what they're saying:
A lot goes into taking beautiful wedding photos, and I'm proud to offer you the right experience and educational background. During more than ten years of professional experience, I've photographed hundreds of weddings, both outdoor and indoor ceremonies. They've helped me hone my innate ability to observe and capture truthful moments as they happen throughout your wedding day.
I've earned a Master's Degree from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, emphasizing photography. I began my career assisting renowned photographers who passed along their ideas and theories about technique and perspective. Since then, I've developed my style and specialized in Hawaii weddings. Thanks to this education and experience, I can provide you with exceptional images and luxury service.
More About Megan
As my clients, it's my priority to ensure that you have fun, experience the moments that really matter and rest assured that you'll be able to re-live them through my photos. I have an innate ability to quiet my mind, observe and capture real moments... true connection.
You're in good hands...
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100 Layer Cake
Approach & Style
At the forefront of my work, are my values and morals. This shapes who I am as a person, and it dictates how I perceive the world, including your wedding and the connections within it.
I am for gender equality, LGBTQ rights, cultural identity and racial equality.
I am of mixed heritage: Filipino Portuguese & Hawaiian.
This is a safe place for all
equality
Weddings are not a long photoshoot. On the contrary, your wedding is 90% un-orchestrated moments. 10% classic portraits.
I observe interactions, and wait for a moment to arise that has feeling, moments you'll want to remember.
It takes a quiet mind, an open eye, a feeling heart, and fast feet to capture these fleeting moments.
observation
I've been a full time wedding photographer since 2011 and I've photographed hundreds of events. While every wedding is unique, through experience, I know what to expect.
I know where to place myself for specific moments. I know where to find a unique perspective.
It takes knowledge, experience and confidence to document a wedding day
Candid
Your wedding is a blend of spontaneous moments, beautiful decor and traditional portraits. My approach is a balance of documentation and classic portraiture because together they tell the full story of your day.
With a lifelong passion for the arts, 2 art degrees and 13 years of wedding photography experience, I bring to the table experience and artistry rooted in visual storytelling.
Experience meets art
Congratulations! You've said "I do" and now you're planning an engagement session. This allows us to not only meet one another in real life, but you'll fully know what it feels like to work with me. Being in front of the camera is always a bit nerve racking, but this session will put you to ease before the wedding day.
1. Engagement
Sessions
wedding offerings
tailored to you
You've gathered all of your loved ones and a pre wedding party is in order. Welcome receptions are a fun addition to your multi day wedding week. Your guests will celebrate with you and I'll be there to capture the fun!
11. Welcome Receptions
Bridal brunches will gather your nearest and dearest ladies for a pre wedding (or post wedding) brunch. I adore these curated experiences, filled with beautiful florals and of course delicious food and wine.
111. Bridal Brunch
Tradition in weddings are a huge part of what I love most. Tea ceremonies on your wedding day or prior, is an event I must be a part of :). I've documented tea ceremonies that have happened prior to the wedding day. I've also been a part of them as an early morning event pre-ceremony.
1v. Tea Ceremonies
I include a second photographer in all full day wedding collections. Your additional photographer will offer alternative angles, backups of the same moment and allow you to document simultaneous events on your wedding day.
v. Second Photographer
Your wedding online gallery will contain all the gorgeous photos and offer you the chance to order a multitude of prints and product. My gallery offers prints in various papers, albums and magazines, wall canvases, metal prints and so much more.
v1. Online Gallery
I love to travel! I've called many places "home". From Kauai, Oahu, Maui, San Francisco and even Chile, I've spent significant time in these places and so, I've cultivated a passion for new experiences and cultures.
This has led to destination weddings in New York City, San Jose, La Jolla, Napa, Sonoma, and of course Kauai, Maui, Oahu, Big Island and Lanai.
Destination Weddings
At the forefront of my approach to your wedding is connection.
There are dozens of nuanced stories throughout the day and I aim to capture them with an open heart.
Moments that are boisterous and those that are subtle, both shape your experience of your day.
Through intuition, I'll document those that you'll hold dear.
Connection
with you in mind
Your wedding isn't a very long stage performance. It's a real thing that is happening. With real people, connections and real moments.
I want you to actually experience your day, not as a performance but as a family, as partners.
Allow yourselves to let go of anything that doesn't resonate. Be yourselves with me, so that I can capture something real. You are enough.
Openess
with you in mind
Your wedding photography begins far in advance
of your wedding day. It begins with your initial wedding consultation call. Based on this discovery call I’ll curate an offer based on all of your needs and wants. A meeting is essential, this is a big investment in one day that will last a lifetime. Take the moment to meet and fully discuss openly.
Personalization
with you in mind
While your wedding planner will provide a detailed timeline in regards to all of your vendors, I will work with you, and them, to ensure that your photography requests are met within that timeline. With the collective years of experience shared between your planner and I, we know the realistic time it takes to accomplish everything you want.
Planning
with you in mind
No two weddings are alike and so I will tailor your full wedding package based on your plans. I've worked with couples on their micro weddings to multi day weddings. Allow me to create a custom package that goes beyond the standard wedding packages. Open communication and transparency is key when it comes to personalization.
curation
with you in mind
I'm a small business who runs it as a bespoke experience. I don't outsource client communications, you are speaking with me directly and so, I have an open door policy. I can be reached through email, call, text and zoom meetings...all of which have no limit on the amount of times you can connect.
Open door
with you in mind
I'll location scout your wedding venue prior to your big day. This applies to all wedding venues that I have not yet photographed.
I'll review all of our notes and your unique requests prior to the start of my coverage to ensure that I approach your day that aligns with your expectations.
Preparation
with you in mind
“There is one thing the photograph must contain, the humanity of the moment.”
— robert frank
Firstly, huge congratulations are in order. I can't wait to hear your engagement story. But first, please allow me to share what I think makes the best Oahu wedding photography. It's about listening and understanding more about you and your relationship. The things you love, who you are, and what matters the most. Then bringing that knowledge with me as I photograph your ceremony and reception.
Most of us living and working in Hawaii become expert destination wedding photographers because brides and grooms want to include the islands' breathtaking natural scenery in their pictures -- it's among the most beautiful and romantic anywhere in the world. Also, if you're still considering locations for your wedding, I'm pleased to help with suggestions for you to consider.
My wedding imagery is ideal for those who desire human connection, legacy and tradition, because they are uniquely about you. My work is timeless and it's evident in the breadth of my career. Those first weddings I photographed in 2011 are STILL relevant.
My approach is a balance of documentation and classic portraiture. I quietly observe connections and moments shared. My clients truly value these moments and I too, find them to be the most impactful. We'll also work with one another to create artistic, effortless and classic portraits. Those that you'll likely hold pride of place within your home.
Timeless Wedding Photography in Hawaii
An intimate backyard wedding celebration for Shantha and Chris. Wedding photographer Megan Moura.
Miranda and Drew's stunning wedding at Sunset Ranch on Oahu. Wedding photography by Megan Moura.
Featured Weddings
Shantha & Chris
Miranda & Drew
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Nestled in the lush hills of Diamond Head, La Pietra provided the perfect setting for Penelope and Max’s elegant wedding day.
Penelope and max
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a love story for the books
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"If you are looking for photography, this is your final stop!"
"So much to say about this amazing woman and her work! Megan remains on of the joyful treasures that I found through my engagement photos and wedding. I cherish each moment and photos she captured, and continue to look on my pictures daily as a reminder of all the beauty and blessings she captured. I am seriously in awe of her.
Sarah & Taylor's Kailua wedding
Testimonials
"GO WITH HER IF SHE'S AVAILABLE."
"She was the perfect accompaniment to my bridal party and to our whole crew. She was sensitive to everyone's aesthetic needs (women can be cray and we all have a "good" side) and she captured every moment without intruding. She fluttered throughout the day unnoticed unless to pause and soak the moment with me. (Can you tell I love her?)
Willa & Luke's Yosemite Wedding
"We could not have asked for a more amazing photographer!
"We could not have asked for a more amazing photographer! Megan is amazing and we are so grateful to have worked with her. We looked at many vendors on Maui, and met several as well, and it was clear that Megan was going to be the best partner for us.
A Destination Maui Wedding
How is Your Wedding Photography Unique?
First and foremost, I take more time to listen and get to know you than many wedding photographers. I'll arrive with a better understanding of your personalities and your desires for the images. I combine my knowledge about you with my experience and training to produce a more insightful photo package uniquely about your wedding.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do You Capture Images to Represent Our Personalities?
This is where experience and ability come into play, along with knowing you in advance. As the day begins to unfold, I understand more and can capture images that show you as you are among loved ones and friends. Catching glimpses from the best angles makes all the difference and documents your day realistically and beautifully.
What is Shown in the Wedding Images You Take?
How many images will we receive?
Not many wedding photographers in Oahu catch as many details as I do. It ranges from people and faces to every detail of your ceremony and celebration. Brides will see the fine details of their wedding dresses, grooms will be included right down to their boutonnieres. Speaking of flowers, I'll get the bouquets, centerpieces, and any ceremony elements such as floral arches, chuppahs, or mandaps. As you're reviewing the images, you'll be impressed by the level of detail.
I typically average 50-75 images per hour of shooting. Weddings with more extensive details and events will err on the higher side. While intimate elopements and micro weddings could err closer to the 50 image per hour mark.
Collections start at $5000 for full day coverage. Elopements begin at $1.5k. My clientele often invest upwards of $6k for their full day weddings.
YES. I do not outsource shooting weddings to my associates. I take pride in the fact that I will be the one to document your day.
How Soon Can We See the Photographs?
The customary turnaround time is 4-10 weeks. It can vary depending on the number of images, time of the year (some seasons are busier than others), and any special requests. We understand you want to see pictures as soon as possible and do everything we can to expedite the editing process reasonably.
Are There Certain Kinds of Weddings You Photograph?
I offer elopement packages, partial and full day weddings as well as multi day wedding week events. These multi day weddings often include rehearsal dinners, welcome receptions and day after brunch festivities, in addition to the wedding day.
Do you offer albums for weddings?
Yes of course. Your online gallery will allow you to purchase albums and prints plus many more products. If you don't have the time to curate an album yourself, I also offer heirloom albums where I curate and organize your album for you. This additional product is included in my top package. This heirloom album can also be added into your customized package.
What is the Price of Your Wedding Photography?
Will you be our photographer?
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I'd love to plan a zoom call with you so that I can answer all of questions and curate a package just for you