Isle Media's Annual Christmas Dinner!

With 2012 coming to a close, and the addition of some new members to our team, we decided to have our first annual Isle Media Christmas dinner at Bucca Di Beppo! Everyone did a Secret Santa, and we had some, well...interesting gifts lol. Here's some photos from the dinner...enjoy!


-Reese (photography, blog)
-Kay (photography)

Alison and Todd Married!!

Alison and Todd's wedding took place at the beautiful Moli'i Gardens, out on the windward side. This was our first time shooting at that venue, and we were definitely blown away by everything it had to offer! From a sweeping view of Secret Island and the surrounding fishpond, to a high tree canopy over the ceremony, to an intimate reception area nestled on the side of the slopes, this place didn't disappoint :)

This wedding was thought out remarkably well. There was tons of artistic elements, like paper cranes, photo montages of Alison and Todd, and even clothes-lines so guests could display their photo booth photos! There was an awesome band that played a great mix of dancing music, and the food had everyone going back for seconds. What was even more amazing was that Alison planned this all by herself. How she did it, I have no idea, but everything turned out amazing! 

Oh, and did I mention the people at this wedding knew how to have a good time? The speeches were some of the best I've ever heard, and there was no shortage of dancing on the dance floor :)


-Reese (photography, blog), Kay (photography)
-Michael & Glenn (videography)
-Zairrah & Meileen (hair/makeup)

Photoshoot for the Honolulu Eye Clinic!

A few weeks ago, Dr. Rupa Wong of the Honolulu Eye Clinic contacted us to do a group portrait of her staff in their office at Queen's Hospital. Everyone wore green to celebrate the holidays, and of course, sported the various pairs of glasses that are offered at the clinic :)

Congratulations to Dr. Rupa Wong and her husband, Dr. Jeff Wong, who were both recently awarded "Best Doctors in Hawaii 2012!!" You check out the article here. For more information on their clinic, check out their website here.

The staff was a ton of fun to work with...it is very obvious that they're a big family, and I look forward to working with again in the future!


-Reese (blog, photography)

Hair and Makeup for Editorial and Print Work

When I'm not styling our beautiful brides, I spend a portion of my time working on editorial shoots and print work.  For your viewing pleasure, check out these compelling images below:)

Aloha Rag boutique's 2012 fall/winter looks styled by one of my favorites, Geremy Campos!  I kept the makeup clean adding deep violet red on the lips and created a tousled hair do.

Soojung and Wil // Married at Loulu Palm Estate !!

Soojung & Wil Wedding Highlights (Loulu Palm Estate, North Shore Oahu) from Isle Media on Vimeo.

Soojung and Wil had a wedding filled with a barrage of culture- from a contemporary American ceremony to a Korean traditional ceremony. I really liked the cute outfits that they each put on for the Korean portion! This was our first time ever seeing this. :)

Congratulations to you both, Soojung and Wil!

Alan, Bodie // Videography

Beth and Kyle Engaged!!

I love it when couples find a way to incorporate a part of themselves into their engagement shoot! In Kyle and Beth's case, they both enjoy cooking, and thought it'd be fun to take some photos while they were in the kitchen. Boy did we have a blast! :) Congratulations you two...excited for the big day next year!!

-Reese (photography, blog)
-Kay (lighting, assisting)

Sean and Alisha Married! (Hale Koa, Waikiki)

Sean & Alisha Wedding Highlights (Hale Koa, Waikiki) from Isle Media on Vimeo.

Sean and Alisha married at the Hale Koa, Maile Garden. Princess pink colors adorned their ceremony and reception, which had to compensate for Sean's World Wrestling craze. Can you tell by his entrance and groom's cake? Lol.

Congratulations Alisha and Sean!

Alan, Jack (videography)
Zairrah, Meileen (hair & makeup)

Izumi & Robert's Wedding Formals at Ko Olina

Izumi and Robert came from North Dakota, and although being legally married for a few years, they did not have a chance to have a wedding ceremony or photos taken in the past, because of Robert's deployment. Recently he was back in the US, and they were able to begin a nice family life together. During their first Hawaii vacation together, they decided to have a photo session with us in Ko Olina!

With Meileen's amazing hair-do and make-up as usual, Izumi looked stunning in her wedding dress. During couple photo sessions, I always ask them to look into each others eyes... and smile... and kiss. Izumi and Robert were very good at bringing out their romantic emotions anytime I asked them those requests :-) I could see there is a strong chemistry between the two, and that made me want be just like them - being super lovie-dovie, even after years of marriage life!

Congratulations & have a happy life!

- Kay (blog & photography)
- Lester (lighting)
- Meileen (hair & make-up)

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いづみさん、ロバートさん、おめでとうございます！

数年前に入籍はしたものの、式やお写真がまだということで、今回ハワイ旅行を兼ねて結婚写真を撮影する事に。サンセットのコオリナまで撮影に行きました。旦那様のお仕事の関係で、やっと一緒に暮らせるようになったというお二人は、結婚して年月が経っているにもかかわらず、見つめ合う視線はとってもロマンチックで愛情に溢れていらっしゃいました。これからも仲良く素敵なご夫婦でいてくださいね。

- Kay（ブログ＆カメラ）
- Lester （照明アシスタント）
- Meileen（ヘアメイク）

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Jennifer and Jordon Same-Day-Edit // Ihilani, Koolina

Jennifer and Jordon Same-Day-Edit (Ihilani, Koolina) from Isle Media on Vimeo.

Jennifer and Jordon's' entire wedding took place at the Ihilani in Koolina.  Jennifer spent the morning rehearsing her surprise flash mob dance that was choreographed to Lady Gaga's "On the Edge of Glory."   That was only one of several surprises she had for her fiance.   Jordon also was the recipient of a groom's cake, shaped in the form of a sneaker.   Definitely a unique creation that we have never witnessed before.  : )

Congratulations to Jennifer and Jordon for a fun filled wedding.

SDE // Rhoda
Videography // Alan, Travis

Sheri and Matt Married!

Sheri and Matt are one of the most chill couples we've ever had the privilege of working with! From their first inquiry with us, to their engagement shoot, to their wedding day, these two were an absolute pleasure to work with!

Lots of memories from this couple's big day! To start things off, Sheri surprised Matt with new rims for his truck, and he was FLOORED. During the ceremony, when Matt was asked to accept Sheri as his wife, he replied with a casual "yeah," drawing laughter from everyone in the crowd. At the reception, Da Bruddahs kept everyone rolling around with laughter, from the interviews with "Senator Daniel Inouye" and "Carol Kai," to Matt dressing up in a hula outfit and showing him how to dance. I don't think I've ever laughed so hard at a wedding before :)

Congratulations you two!


-Reese (photography, blog) Kay (photography)
-Jack, Trevor, Danny (videography)
-Zairrah (hair/makeup)