Vibrant, Fun, and Lively!
$1,800 starting price
Shannon Sasaki
OWNER
AWARD WINNER (9X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Every wedding comes with a different couple and a different story. I want to hear YOUR story. How did you meet? Is your wedding going to be a Tequila-fueled dance extravaganza or a serene and intimate gathering with your nearest and dearest? Either way, I AM HERE FOR IT!!! Whatever your story is, it would be an absolute honor and privilege to document it for you.
Hi! I'm Shannon Sasaki, and I'm thrilled to share my passion for photography with you. Born and raised on the beautiful island of Oahu, I have always been surrounded by the beauty Hawaii has to offer. Hawaii has the bluest oceans and extremely lush green mountains which is why my work is vibrant, fun and lively. I want to showcase the lively spirit that Hawaii embodies while capturing your story as well. I believe that photography isn't just about capturing images; it's about capturing emotions, moments, and stories. When you choose me as your photographer, you're not just hiring someone to take pictures; you're inviting a friend to join you on your journey, to share in your special moments, and to capture those moments for you to enjoy for a lifetime.
What sets me apart is my unwavering commitment to fully invest myself in each love story I have the privilege of documenting. I don't approach weddings as just another job; I see them as opportunities to capture the purest expressions of love, joy, and connection. So, if you're looking for a photographer who will not only capture the essence of your love but also become a part of your celebration, look no further. I can't wait to meet you, hear your story, and embark on this wonderful journey with you. Together, we'll create memories that will last forever.
Asian-owned, LGBTQ+-owned and Woman-owned Business
+13 years in business
Prices & packages
Couples usually spend $3,600
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Details
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
Bridal Portraits
Day After Session
Engagement
Trash The Dress
Photo & Video
Digital Files
Online Proofing
Photo
Second Shooter Available
Social Media Sharing
Wedding Albums
Photo & Video Styles
Artistic
Documentary
Lifestyle
Modern
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Shannon Sasaki
Owner
I'm an outgoing Sagittarius. Halloween is my favorite holiday. Tequila lover. Playing Guitar and Tropical Skittles is my cure for everything.
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5.0
out of 5.0111 reviews
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Shannon, a wedding photographer, receives glowing reviews for her professionalism, vibrant editing style, and ability to make couples feel comfortable in front of the camera. Clients appreciate her attention to detail, communication, and helpfulness throughout the planning process and on the wedding day, with some noting her accommodating nature for various shoot requests. Shannon's energetic and approachable demeanor, along with her stunning photography that captures natural, joyful moments, earns her accolades and recommendations from couples, describing her as fun, talented, and exceeding expectations in delivering beautiful, memorable images.Review photos
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Emily C
5.0
11/28/2024
I first met Shannon when my sister hired Shannon as her wedding photographer in 2021 and I was part of the bridal party. Shannon's attention to detail immediately stuck out to me, as well as her incredible personality. As someone who usually feels awkward during any photoshoots, her ability to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera was so refreshing. I knew from that moment that I wanted to work with Shannon again, and she was the first vendor we reached out to and hired as soon as my partner and I got engaged, 3 years later! As expected, our entire experience with Shannon has been wonderful and it feels like we were working with a friend! She is very professional, but is also like the ultimate hype woman and just so easy to talk to. We just received our online gallery and loved reliving our special day all over again through Shannon's beautiful photos!
R & A I
5.0
11/07/2024
Shannon was amazing! We loved working with her. She brought good energy, had a great vision for how to leverage the space to make great photos, and delivered us *beautiful* images we’ll always cherish. She was a great communicator and the second shooter she brought with her was such a joy to work with, too. As a queer couple, we were super comfortable working with Shannon and we’d recommend her to any couple looking for a photographer with fair prices and amazing skills.
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Krysten L
5.0
10/06/2024
My absolute FAVORITE vendor ever. Shannon is such a talented, kind, and fun photographer! I chose her initially because her photos were just so lively and colorful. Her editing style is superb! The added bonus is that she is seriously the sweetest person ever and she made me feel so comfortable.
We first met in person at my family photo session the day before our wedding and we all loved her! I think my mom wanted to steal her to keep her around forever as our family photographer 😂
Even my husband who hates taking pictures said how much he loved working with Shannon! He said she was a “hype queen” who kept the energy up and good vibes all day.
Shannon even gave me a fan to cool me off while taking pictures, helped hold my dress while walking, and gave us recommendations on our honeymoon in Kauai.
She set the bar VERY high for my expectations with photographers in the future. I think I’m just going to have to travel to her each time I need a photo session 😂
Shannon is the BEST!! Book this girl you won’t regret it!
LeeAnn S
5.0
9/20/2024
Where do we begin. I am local to Hawaii but due to work, my wife and I have been planning our wedding from Virginia and flew back home for our big day. That being said, despite the time difference, communication with Shannon was seamless and incredibly professional throughout the process and making meetings fit according to our schedule. From our very first initial meeting with Shannon, it was very comforting and our conversations flowed naturally. At the end of the call, we left moving forward with her being our photographer. On the day of the wedding, she captured amazing photos exceeding our expectations to include one of our favorite kissing photo with our family in the back having the time of their lives at our wedding. She understood our vision and more. Shannon was always prepared and even when the weather didn't cooperate, she already had a backup plan ready to go ensuring we still have incredible shots (which we did). We highly recommend Shannon!
Robin B
5.0
8/26/2024
I hired Shannon to be our wedding photographer for our small wedding on Oahu in June 2024. She is the perfect combination of professional and friendly. Her communication is stellar, whether it was email, text or via the Knot wedding website. Because we live on the mainland, we were able to have a zoom meeting with her to get to know her a bit and talk to her about what we were wanting. This was a second wedding for both of us, and a small group of just 25 attending, super casual, but I beautiful. I expressed to Shannon I didn't want to do a ton of posed photos, but of course wanted some to capture the moment. She balanced everything perfectly and thought of some unique shots to get as well, working with the venues we chose (Lanikai Beach and Merriman's Honolulu). I feel her pricing is competitive and her contract she has you sign spells out all the details so nothing is a surprise when wedding day comes around.
Meeting Shannon in person- she is SO nice, so approachable, so fun, but man does she know her stuff- she is VERY good at what she does. She felt like meeting a real friend, when you just vibe with someone right away. It was a 2-3 month turn around for our photos, as we got married in the busy wedding season of June, but she communicated this with us early on, so it wasn't a surprise. She was quick to get us some sneak peek shots to share with friends and family. The final result we received the other day - just stunning. The way she frames the photos with a creative eye, and helping people feel relaxed when posing photos- well, the finished result is just fantastic. I can't wait to get these photos printed and will be very proud to hang them on the walls of our home- will enjoy them for years and years to come. Thank you Shannon and team!
Melissa V
5.0
7/18/2024
Shannon was more than just our wedding photographer; she was a true visionary. From the moment we connected, Shannon made us feel at ease, effortlessly understanding and capturing moments that we didn't even realize were essential to our love story. Her ability to relate to us on a personal level elevated our experience, resulting in photos that truly reflected who we are as a couple.
Throughout the process, Shannon's openness and adaptability stood out. She not only listened attentively to our ideas but also brought her creative expertise to the table, enhancing our vision in ways we hadn't imagined. Our photos came out amazing and love every single one, leaving us with a collection of photos that we will treasure for a lifetime
LeeAnn and I are grateful for her role in our special day and would recommend her to anyone looking for a talented, queer friendly :) professional who truly cares about their clients' love stories.
M A
5.0
7/17/2024
We chose Shannon’s photography services because her subjects look joyful and natural, she is diversity-inclusive, and her rates are affordable. What we DIDN'T expect was how much energy, organization, efficiency, and joy she would bring to our wedding day while seamlessly blending into our flow - and we totally underestimated the importance of this leadership and thoughtfulness in a photographer! Shannon showed up on our wedding day with so much poise and confidence and smoothly ran our 4-hour package in a way that was considerate of our timeline, other vendors, and our needs and comfort (especially in the heat and busyness), and made sure we were on time (!!) every step of the way without creating any rush or stress. She was thoughtful of our special requests including creating moments of downtime for me and my husband to rest, and adjusted our photo shoot to maximize fun and efficiency while reducing stress and complexity. Looking back, Shannon was such an instrumental part in making our day joyful, memorable, and stress-free by allowing us to focus solely on enjoying the day our loved ones. Thank you, Shannon! Hope we get to work with you in the future!
Brandi C
5.0
6/24/2024
Shannon was an absolute delight to work with from day 1. Literally 1 minute into speaking with her over the phone for an initial consult, both my husband and I knew Shannon was THE photographer to make our wedding day extra special for the both of us. My husband and I were always camera shy, so we were nervous about how the photos would turn out given that being photogenic did not come naturally to either of us. Within a couple minutes of our engagement shoot with Shannon, we knew without a doubt that we made the right decision. Not only did her friendly, professional demeanor make us feel comfortable with her from the get go, but the genuine connection we felt with her resulted in final edits that completely blew our expectations.
Shannon also pays extra attention to the often overlooked details, which we appreciated given that we couldn't experience every moment in its entirety amidst the chaos of our actual wedding day. After receiving all the shots, we sincerely felt like we were able to relive all of the joy from that day and experience the moments we didn't get the chance to witness. Truly, from the bottom of our hearts, choosing Shannon and her team as our wedding photographer was the second best decision we've made aside from actually marrying each other 😂. We would definitely recommend her services to any of our closest friends and family, and we hope we get the chance to work with her again soon!
Domonique P
5.0
6/05/2024
Shannon was AMAZING! We couldn't have asked for a better photographer for our special day! Working with Shannon was super easy, and she made it fun for us at same time! Very communicative and professional.
Our photos are very vibrant and rich in color! We are truly grateful for her amazing work and loved seeing our wedding day captured through your lens!
Amy S
5.0
6/03/2024
Shannon was very easy to work with for our engagement and wedding photos. She was very prompt and got all the photos we wanted done very quickly, and was flexible when some plans changed during the wedding.
She was also very communitive, any time I had questions she was pretty prompt to respond even when I emailed during the holidays.
Analynne D
5.0
3/22/2024
Shannon was an amazing photographer! From photo shooting my engagement photos, down to my Wedding Day. She definitely came through, and took great pictures of what I wanted her to capture. Even with the candid ones. She was super nice and made us feel comfortable taking our pictures. I’m glad I chose shannon as my photographer. Definitely recommend her she won’t disappoint you with her awesome photographing skills!! 💯
Izy I
5.0
1/16/2024
Our elopement was a very casual affair and Shannon did a wonderful job capturing the energy of each moment. She's super friendly, easy to talk to and imbues others with confidence. She took the lead while giving us gentle pointers and guidance to get photos that were a wonderful mix of natural and in the moment images as well as directed stylised poses that didn't look cheesy or overdone. If you have an idea in mind of what you are looking for, Shannon is the one who can make it come to life. And if you don't know what you want, she will make magic happen for you regardless. The whole session we felt like we were just having a great day out sharing lots of laughter with a good friend. Fair warning, you WILL walk away wishing you were friends with this absolute rockstar of a photographer!
Vivian L
5.0
1/04/2024
Shannon was our hawaii engagement photographer! She was amazing!! From the moment you meet her, she is very friendly, outgoing, energetic, personable, and makes you feel like you are just hanging out with one of your really good friends. Also, she is very responsive, super easy to work with, listens to what your vision for your photos, and makes it happen! She captured our beach and mountains pictures perfectly. Despite the sprinkle of rain during the morning session, within 5 min, we caught a rainbow in our picture!! 😊😊😊I l love how beautiful the pictures came out!! I would definitely recommend Shannon to whoever needs pictures being taken whether it’s for engagement, graduation, family photos, etc. She is awesome!!
Jorie H
5.0
1/03/2024
Shannon and her team were amazing! My wife and I are not the most comfortable with getting our picture taken but Shannon made us feel comfortable, and offered her expertise with positioning and ideas. We absolutely recommend Shannon and her team if you are looking for a photographer!
Kristie S
5.0
11/29/2023
Working with Shannon has been an absolute pleasure. Highly recommend her and would work with her again! She was extremely communicative and clear about the work she does and the type of service she would provide and she lived up to our expectations during our engagement shoot and our wedding day.
At our engagement shoot, she helped us feel super comfortable on the other side of a camera when we'd only done one other photoshoot before. She gave us great direction and told us to just have fun with it! Her pointers and tips were super helpful and we got some really beautiful shots and some great candid ones.
On the day of our wedding, Shannon and Shanel were incredible! Both of them bring such fun, warm energy into the room. They both felt like people I knew for far longer than I actually did. They captured the sentimental, romantic moments and also were so great at capturing the fun moments.
Couldn't recommend hiring Shannon more and it's a bonus that you get to support an AAPI, woman owned business!
Leanne K
5.0
11/08/2023
My husband and I knew that Shannon was the perfect photographer from the beginning. We started off with our engagement shoot in her hometown in Oahu, then had her shoot our two-day wedding in the Bay Area in California. Her photos were absolutely STUNNING! From the ocean and cave shoots to the hilltop reception and sunset photos. On top of that, we asked her to shoot an Indian wedding for the first time and she dove right in! The image quality and colors looked beautiful in each and every photo. She is also SOOO friendly and gives people the confidence they need while taking photos. Will absolutely recommend her friends and family as well as ask her to shoot more photos for us in the future. Thank you a million, Shannon!
Casi W
5.0
10/12/2023
Shannon is amazing! She has many packages available to make sure you get what you need & she even customized a package for us for our adventure elopement. She was super fun to shoot with and our pictures came out even better than I could have imagined. The photo quality is out of this world, such vibrant colors! Exactly what I was looking for. Highly recommend, so glad we chose her to document our special day!
Nicole P
5.0
6/03/2023
Shannon and Chanel were amazing! They made us feel comfortable from the beginning, they worked great with the videographer, everything was a dream!! Honestly Shannon has been my favorite photographer we have ever had to deal with. They were so friendly, kind and easy to talk to. The pictures were all amazing! 10 out 10.
Emily G
5.0
5/08/2023
We loved our experience with Shannon as our wedding photographer. Both Shannon and her assistant photographer that day, Chantel, were personable, nice, funny, and just made our day more enjoyable all around. She made my husband and I feel comfortable instantly. Shannon also helped keep us to our timeline and made sure we got every shot we wanted, including some gorgeous pictures at the beach down the road from the venue. There was a slight delay in receiving our pictures after our wedding, but Shannon was communicative throughout the entire process about the cause of the delay and her estimated timeline. The pictures were definitely worth the wait! They turned out beautifully and I can’t stop looking at all of our beautiful photos. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Shannon to anyone looking for a photographer for any event!
PATRICE F
5.0
4/19/2023
From start to finish, Shannon was such a gem. Given we were doing a destination wedding she was open to interviewing via facetime and answering any and all questions. She was interested in getting to know us as a couple. Leading up to the day she was available to help tailor our timeline. On the big day, she brought such an incredible energy and vibe that was unforgettable. And lastly, the PICTURES! the quality, the color...AMAZING! I can't recommend her enough. And her prices are budget friendly/reasonable as well. Book with her you won't be disappointed.
Kristen M
5.0
1/24/2023
Shannon Sasaki is the best wedding photographer on the island. As a person who was born and raised on the island, it was important for me to pick someone local, someone who knew the island. Not only is Shannon professional, she is also someone who is down for adventure. She will hike up hills and push through tall grass and bushes to get the best shot. Working with her and her team was a dream. And the pictures!! Amazing.
Michelle C
5.0
12/04/2022
We booked Shannon twice already and will continue to go to her! She makes the entire photoshoot very comfortable and is easy to work with. She provided great location suggestions and was able to accommodate all our requests. Shannon is simply amazing and very fun to work with. The photos came out very beautiful! What initially attracted me to Shannon's work is how vibrant her photos are. I highly recommend booking with Shannon, you will not regret it!!
Robert B
5.0
11/23/2022
Shannon was the absolute best! When we had decided to get married in Hawaii we didn’t know where to begin. We found Shannon’s page and setup a zoom meeting and it went amazing! Right from the beginning of the zoom meeting she was very nice, helpful, and informative. Her communication is on point, she never fails to get back to you and her attitude is always great. She also helped us out by giving us a list of preferred vendors, which was invaluable to us during the rest of the planning stages. When we got to Hawaii, we did a quick photoshoot a few days before the wedding and meeting Shannon for the first time couldn’t have gone better. She made my wife and I feel very comfortable, it felt like we were just hanging out with a friend. The day of the wedding went very smooth, she was ready for anything and everything and we could not be happier with our photos! Her great communication and customer service extended beyond the wedding and is still helping us and answering questions whenever we have any. We cannot thank her enough for capturing our special day! We’ll cherish these photos forever! Thanks again, Shannon!
Fun F
5.0
8/11/2022
We had the pleasure of being able to meet and have Shannon as our wedding photographer for our intimate ceremony back in November 2021. We initially met over facetime and knew from her positive energy and upbeat personality she would be the right fit for us. She was easy to communicate with and provided us tips on picture planning that I never really thought about. She was a one woman squad that day, small but mighty she was professionally prepared with her equipment to capture the fine details and moments to our special day.
Heather M
5.0
6/04/2022
We were so excited to schedule Shannon as our photographer for our 10 year anniversary vow renewal in Hawaii! We knew the moment would be great and the photos would be our ultimate souvenir. We loved Shannon’s design eye and she didn’t disappoint!!! She was so approachable and kind during the event which made us more comfortable for photos. She also had good communication prior to the event and post event. We received our photo gallery in a timely manner and final edited images quickly too. I would highly recommend Shannon for weddings, engagements, family photos, etc…any event where the photos are important. :)
Lillian C
5.0
3/04/2022
Shannon was absolutely one of our favorite wedding vendors to work with for our wedding last year! Her work speaks for itself, but Shannon herself is a standout individual-- warm, funny, and engaging. She knows how to make you feel comfortable and it felt like we'd known her for a long time within 10 minutes of meeting. Shannon is also conscientious, professional, and very detail-oriented. She will always try to work with you on all aspects and is truly committed to making sure you have amazing photos. She captured the laidback, fun, and communal vibe of our wedding super well and we're so thankful to have had her at our wedding!
Marium and Chris O
5.0
12/20/2021
We knew we wanted Shannon the moment we saw her portfolio! Her photos are so beautifully arranged and we loved the aesthetic she created. We did look at other photographers that we thought of going with because they were cheaper, but Shannon's work really speaks for itself.
When we contacted her, Shannon was super accommodating and explained everything in great detail (packages, walk through, timeline, etc.) Since both my husband and I were off-island, she scheduled several Zoom calls to go through her packages and review everything with us including the arrangements and types of photos we wanted.
Despite all her great work and forethought, we (bride, groom, wedding planners) were absolutely unorganized the day of. But, even in the chaos (we forgot props and our arrangements and just went with the flow), Shannon and her team captured and choreographed a lot of really beautiful and funny moments stunningly! The photos both feel like they capture a lot of who we are and are still so graceful.
We were so happy with her work! We don't think anyone else could have captured our wedding as beautifully as she did, and there really isn't anyone better. Thank you, Shannon!
Rabeca P
5.0
9/03/2021
Shannon was so so so much fun and made the entire process super easy! Her knowledge of beautiful engagement photo locations as well as the wedding industry overall was extremely helpful. We hit some bumps in the road with the ever changing COVID regulations but she was always quick to respond and super flexible. She really helps to make you feel comfortable and the photos come out so beautifully! So thankful to have had the opportunity to work with her and 1000% recommend her to other couples!
Caprice V
5.0
8/11/2021
Shannon totally brought it for our wedding and "trash the dress" shoot. She is incredibly responsive, friendly, and not to mention professional! We were both pretty nervous and stiff but she helped us get comfortable and pose correctly. She also knows all the best spots and times to get photos, so listen to her suggestions!!
10/10 would highly recommend her, you won't be disappointed!! :)
Kristine Q
5.0
8/05/2021
Working with Shannon makes your event so fun! She is down to earth and really wants the best for her clients. Taking pictures is not something we are used to but she made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera and it felt like I was hanging out with a friend I’ve known for a long time. Pictures came out beautiful with SO MANY to pick from! I would definitely hire Shannon again the next time I need a photo session!
Julie W
5.0
5/13/2021
Shannon is a dear friend so we knew we could trust her with our engagement photos. We gave her full reigns on locations of the shoot and let me tell you, she did not disappoint! We had so much fun adventuring and “modeling” for her. Even though my fiancé and I knew Shannon before asking her to do our photos, we thought we’d be so awkward in front of the camera and the photos wouldn’t come out good. Boy was I wrong! Shannon being Shannon made us feel comfortable and brought out the fierce-ness in both of us! We definitely can’t wait to her shoot our big day, eventually!
Kyle L
5.0
4/29/2020
It was great working with Shannon. She was very accommodating to our schedule and our budget. After our first meeting, we decided she would be our photographer. On our wedding day she made us feel very comfortable taking pictures which also came out great. We would recommend her for any photography needs.
Jacie T
5.0
3/25/2020
There are so many decisions to make when planning a wedding but the BEST decision we made, by far, was to have Shannon as our photographer. She did an AMAZING job with our engagement and wedding photos. She and Aaron were able to capture such great shots that conveyed so many emotions. We were beyond thrilled at how the pictures turned out.
Shannon always made us feel so relaxed, especially when we weren’t super comfortable being in front of the camera. She was always very professional and always responsive to all of our questions in a timely manner.
It was so fun to work with both Shannon and Aaron. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND them to help capture memories of your special day. :-)
Nicole M
5.0
1/27/2020
From the moment we first reached out, we had such a pleasant experience working with Shannon. She was always responsive and professional in her communications, and her positive energy kept us excited during the some of the more stressful moments of wedding planning. We had so much fun during our photo sessions on the big day and could not be happier with how our photos turned out! Our wedding party commented that they felt she was very efficient (which was appreciated as we were standing under the hot afternoon sun). Shannon showed the perfect balance of both taking charge when we needed direction, but also being flexible when we had specific requests. Her experience at our venue (Paliku Gardens at Kualoa Ranch) was much appreciated and really shines through in her choice of the different photo locations.
We would absolutely recommend Shannon to anyone getting married in Hawaii and are so grateful to have had her as part of our team of vendors!
Kristi K
5.0
11/14/2019
This review is long over due! Shannon is an amazing photographer! She did both our engagement photos AND our wedding photos. Let me just say- you will NOT be disappointed! She is so comfortable to work with and she makes taking the photos so fun. If you're shy at first, she helps get you out of your shell. She has a great eye and her shots come out so cool! I highly recommend her - any photos, not just wedding related ones. You'll love her work! I know we definitely do!
Kelly M
5.0
11/05/2019
I met Shannon years ago through a mutual friend when she was just starting out and have watched her grow her business and talent and I knew from the very beginning that I wanted her to photograph my most special day...even before I met my husband! I just had to have her as my photographer and told her right away when we got engaged.
Shannon is such an amazing soul and REALLY fun to work with. She's creative with her work and has great suggestions when you don't have ideas. Her work with nature is what really caught my attention and I was drawn to the vibrant colors that she finds in a setting/background to enhance the mood of her work.
She's also quite patient with the inexperienced, as we had some issues with my husband being nervous. haha! She was great at making us laugh or get in the moment so our photos looked natural.
Shannon is very experienced with weddings and was helpful in telling us what locations may or may not work to get us the pictures we wanted within the tight timeline we had. She also had great suggestions for when our other vendors fell thru which shows she has a great relationship with many other people in the wedding business.
We are so grateful for Shannon and the time we got to spend with her for our celebration of love!
Ariana J
5.0
10/24/2019
Shannon was on point! So sweet, professional, and she brought a great energy! Shannon was extremely responsive and made us feel so comfortable. She walked us through every step to achieve great photos. She also worked with us and our budget. Would recommend her in a heartbeat!
Dayle B
5.0
10/20/2019
Shannon was introduced to us by one of our friends. We decided to go with Shannon because she was very easy-going and flexible from the start. We were very uneasy about all the photos, but Shannon made us feel so comfortable during our photoshoots. Our engagement shoot was fun, quick, and easy. Shannon and Aaron shot the photos at our wedding. They both stuck around all day long to get photos of us from the start of getting ready to the end of night. They were very flexible with our simple timeline we had for the day and helped us stay on track. In between the ceremony and reception, we took family photos. It was so hard to get all the different groups together that I wanted to just cancel the family photos. Shannon told me not to worry about how long it was taking. She said that we should wait and take the photos because I will regret it later if I didn't take them. I am grateful for her patience and reassurance because we really do cherish those photos of our close family and friends. Thank you to both Shannon and Aaron for getting all the amazing shots that you did. We love looking through the photos and reliving that special day. If you are looking for photographers who will take beautiful photos whiling allowing you to feel comfortable, Shannon and her team is the perfect option!
Ashley J
5.0
10/16/2019
Shannon is amazing! She captured our special day so we’ll, & her detail photos are so creative & clean. It is obvious she is extremely experienced in her profession.
Dana P
5.0
8/13/2019
Shannon Sasaki made us all feel so at ease! She was so friendly and personable! We received our photos in the cutest package and absolutely loved them! The editing was perfect and the shots were so beautiful! We highly recommend Shannon Sasaki as a wedding photographer! Thank you Shannon!
Dana and Jim
Jodie M
5.0
7/18/2019
Shannon was so chill to work with. She has a positive energy. The photos were beautiful, but we did have to wait a bit for her quality work.
Shuk A
5.0
6/09/2019
Such a great experience with Shannon on the big day. We were definitely overwhelmed with everything but her easy-going manner really relaxed us and got us into the spirit of the various shots. When we got our final cuts, we were equally blown away! Highly recommend her for anyone doing a Hawaii wedding!
Callan T
5.0
2/25/2019
We worked with Shannon on our engagement photos while on vacation on Oahu. She recommended Makapuu which was great! It gave us a ton of different background options, while staying at one location.
Shannon made us feel completely comfortable and have fun with our session. She captured some great shots that I will treasure, and when she was done with the retouched photos she sent them to me via Dropbox, as well as this great personalized USB. Love them Shannon!
Chi Z
5.0
2/09/2019
We decided to go for Shannon immediately after we browsed her online portfolio. Her pictures bring out a fairytale feeling in a natural and romantic way while also capturing precious moments and details.
Shannon is not only a very skillful photographer. but also a thoughtful, friendly and cooperative planner. During the planning, she responded promptly and offered constructive suggestions based on our specific preferences.
Shannon and her assistant did a wonderful job of recording the fleeting moments on our wedding days. We are very satisfied with her pictures. We highly recommend Shannon and will definitely choose her again if we plan to take more photos in Hawaii!
Todd O
5.0
11/18/2018
Shannon Sasaki Photography is simply the BEST! An absolute must have at your wedding and any special occasion! We first had Shannon do our engagement photo shoot. Taking pictures in one pose after another can be awkward and tiring, but Shannon made the experience so comfortable and enjoyable. We then booked Shannon Sasaki Photography to capture our big day! With our wedding, we had a crazy schedule and plenty of asks, but Shannon put our minds at ease with her pre-wedding communication and was able to make it all work. Shannon and her assistant captured so many absolutely precious moments, moments we wouldn't have seen had it now been for her. We'll cherish our wedding photos forever! We definitely plan to use Shannon Sasaki Photography again to capture future special events, and highly recommend Shannon Sasaki Photography to all!
Alex M
5.0
10/20/2018
Shannon was truly amazing to work with! She had such a positive and casual vibe throughout our time together and it put my mind at ease on our special day. We had so much fun taking pictures and it never once felt stressful. She had great ideas for poses and it was one less thing I had to worry about as the bride. Shannon also took the unpredictable moments in stride and maintained a flexible, positive attitude throughout, which meant so much to us. She also gave us a few edited pictures the day after our wedding, which was greatly appreciated!
One thing that stood out to me about Shannon was that she was ALWAYS complimenting us and made us feel like true royalty on our wedding day. 11/10 would recommend her as a wedding photographer. She is a rock-star!
Sherry T
5.0
8/18/2018
Shannon Sasaki was amazing and accommodating from the moment we consulted with her. We selected her because we loved her vision and reasonable wedding photography package. Once meeting Shannon, we were impressed by not only her work but her genuineness and positive energy. We had a fun engagement shoot together and Shannon made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. On the day of our wedding, she and her 2nd photographer, Aaron captured every moment of our day. They were very professional and flexible with our schedule, ensuring all tender moments were captured. Shannon sent us a very cute photo box with a USB drive enclosed of our wedding photos. My husband and I are very happy with the photos! You also have the option of ordering a wedding album from Shannon and we cannot wait to view the album and relive our wedding day! We would definitely recommend Shannon as your wedding photographer!
Nicole R
5.0
8/13/2018
We had a fabulous destination wedding. I was putting a lot of faith into people I don't know and was not going to have the opportunity to meet until I got to Hawaii. I couldn't have asked for a better team. Shannon was part of that team, in making my dream wedding a reality!! Shannon is very professional, definitely knows her business. She did an awesome job of capturing a ton of special moments of both my husband, our family, wedding party and all my wedding guests.
Lacie M
5.0
8/08/2018
Shannon was so much fun to work with on our wedding day. She has a great eye and I am so thrilled with the photos she took! Shannon really captured "us" and when I look through our wedding day photos I couldn't be happier. She also sent us a few photos within 48 hours of our wedding so we could share with others, it was an unexpected treat! I would absolutely recommend Shannon and can't say enough wonderful things about her professionalism and creativity. She's a blast to work with!
Jason F
5.0
8/06/2018
We spent a great deal of time looking at photographers on Oahu for our wedding last year. We were coming in from the mainland and knew we wouldn't have a chance to meet our photographer in person prior to the big day. After reaching out to several folks and reviewing their portfolios, it became very clear that we wanted to work with Shannon--her photos were awesome, her pricing was fair, and she was SO polite, responsive, easy-going in our conversations and emails leading up to the wedding.
The day of the wedding, Shannon arrived early, stayed late, got us all the photos we wanted and so many others we didn't know we wanted, but are now so glad we have! It's taken us almost a year to decide on a collection of photos for an album...partially because we procrastinated, but mostly because it's been impossible to narrow down the hundreds of great shots we've got! We also opted for a second shooter and couldn't be happier with that decision--Aaron was super-talented and a blast to work with. Thank you both for helping us to capture our big day!
Jonathan C
5.0
8/05/2018
Shannon and Aaron were our photographers.
We looked at a lot of different photographers online, but it really was Shannon's fun photos that caught our eye.
She included a free engagement photo shoot at Tantalus, so sweet! She was really fun to work w/there, so we were excited to have her do our wedding. We asked for 8 hours and were so pleasantly surprised when she included a second photographer, Aaron, as part of the 8 hr package! Shannon is super sweet and talented. She asked us if we were down to get shots on the rocks, which we were, and then she even lended me her flats so I wouldn't need to climb barefoot! Aaron was a great photographer, and even made sure we were constantly fed and hydrated. Can't wait to see how our photos turn out!
Amy E
5.0
7/14/2018
We absolutely loved working with Shannon on our wedding day. She was sweet, funny, had great energy, and we immediately felt comfortable having our photo taken. Shannon was so easy to get along with too! It felt like hanging out with a friend whom we've known for ages. She was also very responsive to our queries in the months leading up to the wedding. Thank you Shannon for helping us capture our big day so beautifully. We can't wait to see the rest of the photos!!
Cheryl C
5.0
5/09/2018
I used Shannon for my wedding on Oahu last February and loved her! We had a crazy wedding day - it poured rain and ended up having to cancel our wedding ceremony due to flooding. (Luckily I had planned the reception for a different venue and we could still do that part.) Shannon was totally flexible and met us at my Maid of Honor's hotel, which had a nice lobby and we were able to get a first look and some shots of us and the wedding party together. She also took us to Kapiolani Park for some outdoor shots that she was able to work some lighting magic to get some of us outdoors even though it was raining. They came out great! We ended up getting way more pictures than I thought we were going to considering that our wedding ceremony got canceled. I would definitely recommend Shannon for your wedding!
Jenny S
5.0
4/16/2018
Weddings can be stressful so make it easier on yourself by choosing Shannon as your photographer! We trusted Shannon to capture each moment of our special day and it was one of the best decisions we ever made. From our initial conversations, to the day of the wedding, and even after, we could also count on her to deliver. Not only does her excellent photography skills speak for itself, her warm and fun personality made her a delight for all our guests. She made everyone feel comfortable, which was not an easy task. We appreciate her energy, constant communication, and her dedication to ensuring that we were happy. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to all our friends and family!
Kelsey W
5.0
4/02/2018
Shannon was an absolutely amazing wedding photographer. When we were initially trying to decide on a photographer, Shannon's patient, detailed, and friendly responses put her above and beyond other vendors. She helped us along with small details from whether we needed a second photographer for a full 8 hours or just to cover the ceremony with her, our timeline, and locations for photos. After all the time spent emailing with her prior to our wedding, having Shannon as a photographer felt like having a friend along rather than a vendor. Her second shooter, Aaron was equally great. They worked well together and had us at ease the entire time. It's extremely important to remember that Shannon does it all - answers emails/texts/calls, photographs your event, and edits the photos. This business model is what allowed me to feel so comfortable with her before we even met but also means that response times and delivery of final photos may be longer/different than bigger companies. I loved feeling like I knew our photographer and that she knew us, which is ultimately what made us pick her and resulted in our amazing photos!
Amy A
5.0
1/28/2018
We could not have been more pleased with Shannon Sasaki Photography’s services. She has this gift for putting couples at ease and capturing both posed and candid photos. She and her assistant Aaron took so many photos throughout the day in various places, shot different poses, and there were so many beautiful photos to choose from ranging from tender moments between my husband and I, to sitting our Pom, Kimo perfectly in the shots, to large group photos of the wedding party. The photos helped us to relive the day and we felt the love, joy, and laughter from our special moments all over again. The package we chose had a wooden box with our photo on it and a cute flash drive in a small corked bottle with all our images from the wedding. I cannot stop looking at our photos and everytime we look at them, my husband brings our pup on the bed, looks at me with his loving look, and gives me a kiss on the forehead to tell me how beautiful I looked. Don’t hesitate to book Shannon for your photography needs on one of the biggest days of your life because it is worth every penny.
Paul C
5.0
10/19/2017
Book Shannon Right Now! Do not click on another photographer or read one more review. Just Book her now and be confident in your decision.
My wife was raised on the North Shore of Oahu and I outside of Boston. When we decided to have our wedding in Hawaii, one of the first things we did was look for a photographer who would give us the highest quality photos in a sensible price range so we still had enough money for our guests to still be fed. Shannon's work was flawless and I am not sure why she doesn't charge more money as her products are of the extreme highest quality. Not only that, she was an absolute pleasure to work with, taking our engagement photos 6 months before the wedding and making me feel comfortable to be silly for the camera with my fiancé, writing to us and developing a personal relationship with us, and helping to ease our pre-wedding concerns. By the time the wedding came, I felt as if I had a friend taking pictures of us and not a paid vendor. After the wedding, Shannon sent us a USB drive inside of a beautiful box with our picture on it, beautiful prints, and a wonderful photo album of our wedding day. She is prompt, professional, and a wonderful person. The perfect photographer for our perfect day.
Aleena A
5.0
10/14/2017
We had a great feeling with Shannon from the start, and that feeling only grew stronger the day of the wedding. When we met, Shannon felt totally personable and was professional. She provided an album for us to view her work, and had all of the information we would need ready to view and take home. Leading up to the big day, she checked in with me about pictures, so that she would have an organized 'checklist' ready to go for pictures. The day of she was a whole other level of support. To start, we were running late and not on schedule. She kept assuring me that it was okay, don't worry about it, it happens, etc. Her response, flexibility, and warm smiles helped me stay calm about it all. Then, she was absolutely patient and understanding about some of our crazy friends and family! Her energy and positivity reeled everyone in and kept it fun and light. In addition, she sent us some pictures very soon after the wedding day to use for cards or just to hold us over until the rest were done. Which brings me to the last beautiful touch of Shannon's work. She sent us our pictures on a USB inside of a wooden box with one of our pictures on it. We keep it on our coffee table! Shannon is perfection if you're looking for a fun, sweet, professional, and accommodating photographer. We're so thankful we found her!
Amy M
5.0
10/12/2017
Shannon was awesome. So patient with us and all our request. It was great working with her and the pictures were amazing.
Danialle C
5.0
10/05/2017
Shannon is simply amazing! She did our engagement and wedding photos. We first met her for our engagement photos. We were nervous about taking our first professional pictures but Shannon made everything easy and fun. On the wedding day, she was no different. She was on time with her positive energy and it lasted the whole day. My family, friends and wedding party loved working with her. Our pictures were perfect and exceeded everything we imagined.
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