HAWAII WEDDING &

EDITORIAL  PHOTOGRAPHER

Editorial , Romantic

& Timeless Imagery 

For Oahu , the Hawaiian Islands & Destination Weddings Worldwide

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A bride and groom holding hands, standing outdoors. The groom is wearing a tuxedo, and the bride is in a wedding dress. The bride is holding up her dress with her other hand, and the groom is holding a bouquet of flowers.

Luxury Wedding Photography Rooted in Emotion & Storytelling

Wedding photographer creating candid, romantic , editorial, and timeless imagery inspired by the natural beauty of Hawai’i. I photograph weddings, elopements, engagement, and underwater portraits sessions across Oahu with a focus on emotional storytelling and cinematic composition.

The Photographer Carol Oliva Woman with long hair holding a camera, wearing a floral dress, standing on a beach with mountains in the background.

BEHIND THE CAMERA

Carol Oliva - a destination wedding and elopement photographer based in Oahu, Hawaii, specializing in editorial, romantic, and timeless imagery for couples who value beauty, connection, and meaningful experiences.

My work blends refined composition with genuine, unscripted moments, capturing your wedding day in a way that feels both artful and deeply personal. From sun-washed Hawaiian beaches and dramatic coastal cliffs to intimate garden ceremonies and luxury destination celebrations, every story is photographed with intention, elegance, and soul.

Whether you’re planning a wedding in Hawaii or traveling from across the world to say “I do,” I create imagery that preserves not just how your day looked — but how it felt.

A black and white photo of a couple underwater, sharing a kiss, with the woman wearing patterned shoes.
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Based in the North Shore of Oahu. Serving Oahu all Hawaii Islands, California and all destinations.

ROMANTIC

Editorial,Unique

TIMELESS

Signature Wedding & Elopement Photography

A curated collection of editorial wedding photography , emotional elopement moments , and timeless portraits captured across Oahu, the Hawaiian Islands, and destination location worldwide.

A curated collection of editorial wedding photography , emotional Elopement moments, and tiles portrait captured across Oahu , The hawaiian Islands and destination locations worldwide.
Hawaii Beach wedding ceremony setup with wooden chairs, floral arch, and chandelier overlooking the ocean at the beautiful Ritz Turtle Bay Resort at the north shore of Oahu
Black and white photo of a couple embracing under a veil in their wedding day at the east side of Oahu Hawaii .
Hawaii Elopement couple Underwater in wedding attire, surrounded by marine life in the North Shore of Oahu .
Bride and groom celebrating with champagne, outdoors with tropical background, black and white photo at Four Season Oahu, Hawaii.
Bride and groom embracing at a seaside wedding, bride holding a bouquet of white flowers at the beach of the beautiful Turtle Bay on the North Shore of Oahu.
A couple in formal attire embraces under ornate chandeliers surrounded by greenery during sunset in the beautiful Four Season Oahu in Hawaii.
Hawaii Elopement couple on a Harley Davison on wedding attire at the north shore of Oahu
A couple walking on a wooden pathway through a field, wearing wedding attire at the stunning Pebble Beach , California.

Trusted by Couples & Recognized Worldwide

My photography has been featured in Vogue, Vanity Fair, People, The New York Times, Green Wedding Shoes and WedVibes. I’ve had the honor of documenting weddings and love stories across Hawaii, California, and international destinations for couples who seek a refined, elevated, and effortless experience from start to finish.

With a background rooted in both fine art and storytelling, I guide my clients through every step of the photography process from timeline planning to natural, confident posing so your images feel as beautiful as the experience itself.

PRESS
Featured in Vogue bride and groom picnic at Waimea Fall in Oahu North Shore
Featured in Vanity Fair image of a bride and groom with a horse at the sunset ranch , north shore of Oahu hawaii
Top 15 wedding photographer in California underwater image of a couple kissing
Junebug best of the best award winning image of a couple kissing underwater on the north shore of Oahu Hawaii

All The Love

  • a beautiful wedding at the stunning nestldow with the sun shinning through the California trees

    Carol came highly recommended by several family members and friends. After taking a look through her Instagram, we knew immediately we wanted to work with her. Her work is timeless, beautiful, and classic. Carol was lovely. She is sweet and charming. She put us completely at ease and made us feel comfortable…”

    Alyssa + Adrian

  • Bride and groom under the veil in a beautiful wedding at MONTEREY , California

    “Where do I even start with Carol? She is incredibly talented, professional, positive, and a true joy to work with! Not only did she deliver STUNNING photos of our wedding, she made the process so incredibly easy and fun for us…”

    Carla + Steven

  • Intimate Hawaii Wedding Photography with mountains in the background

    “She is beyond amazing her photography and her adorable soul she's a dream to work with!!! Her kindness and genuine sweetness shows in how beautifully she treats anyone she works with.She made us all feel so comfortable and helped us pose in a way that felt organic and original…”

    Maddie + Marlon

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Whether you are planning an intimate beach elopement on the North Shore, a luxury resort wedding in in Ko Olina, or an adventurous underwater engagement session, my goal is to create photography that feels effortless, emotional , and deeply meaningful. I blend naturals moments with gentle editorial direction to capture the heart of your relationship and the magic of the islands.

BROWSE PORTFOLIO

Wedding Photography Services in Hawaii & Beyond

Hawaii Wedding Photography

Elegant, story-driven wedding photography for couples who value emotion, atmosphere, and refined visual storytelling. From oceanfront ceremonies on Oahu to luxury resort celebrations across Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island, I create timeless imagery that blends natural beauty with editorial sophistication.

Oahu Elopement Photography

Intimate, romantic elopement photography for couples seeking meaningful, beautifully composed moments in Hawaii’s most breathtaking landscapes. From dramatic cliffs and secluded beaches to lush tropical gardens, every frame is crafted to feel effortless, emotional, and deeply personal.

Destination Wedding Photography

For couples planning celebrations beyond Hawaii, I offer editorial destination wedding photography designed for timeless, magazine-worthy storytelling. From coastal California venues to international destinations, your story is documented with a refined, cinematic approach that feels elevated and enduring.

Editorial, Lifestyle & Brand Photography

Visual storytelling for creatives, brands, and entrepreneurs who value authenticity, beauty, and elevated design. From lifestyle portraits and fashion-inspired editorial sessions to branding imagery for luxury businesses, I craft visuals that feel intentional, modern, and emotionally engaging.

Each collections is thoughfully designed to provide a  seamless , luxury experience - from you first inquire to the delivery of you final , beautifully curated gallery.

Serving Hawaii, California & Worldwide Destinations

Based in Oahu, I photograph weddings and elopements across all Hawaiian Islands, including Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island. I also work with couples planning destination weddings throughout California, and international locations.

If you’re dreaming of a coastal celebration, tropical elopement, or refined destination wedding, I would love to help bring your vision to life through timeless, story-driven photography.

Your wedding day deserves to be remembered with imagery that feels effortless, emotional, and enduring. I take on a limited number of weddings each year to ensure every couple receives a fully personalized experience.

Let’s create Something Beautiful together  

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • I specialize in editorial, candid, fine art wedding and elopement ‍photography . My ‍approach blends refined composition with candid, emotional storytelling to create images that feel effortless, elevated, and deeply personal.

  • I am based on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii, and photograph weddings and elopements across all Hawaiian Islands, including at the Big Island, Maui, Kauai , as well destination wedding throughout California and worldwide.

  • Yes - I regularly travel for destination weddings and elopements , From coastal California venues to international celebrations , I document love stories wherever your journey takes you.

  • Yes - I’m based on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii, and frequently photograph weddings and elopements across Big Island , Maui , , and California’s Napa , Big Sur and Monterey Coast. I also travel worldwide for destination love stories.

  • Most couples inquire 9-18 months in advance, specially for peak wedding seasons in Hawaii and California. Limited availability ensures a personalized experience for every client.

  • You can reach me directly through my inquire form on the contact page or by email. I poesonally respond to every message and look forward to learning more about your wedding or elopement plans. I aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.

  • I offer custom wedding and elopement collections tailored to each couples vision , coverage needs, and destination. Collections reflects the level of service, experience , and fully curated photography experience I provide from inquiry to final gallery delivery.

  • Absolutely - I guide you through creating a photography timeline that allows for beautiful light, relaxed moments, and a seamless wedding day flow.

  • Yes — I also offer editorial, lifestyle, branding, and portrait photography (including family sessions, maternity, seniors, and underwater)

  • The best way to know is through a conservation. I love working with couples who value connection, artistry, and experiences as much the final images. If you’re draw to candid, ocean-inspired, editorial photography and want your day feel effortless and meaningful , we’re likely a beautiful match. I work with limited number of couple each year to ensure every story receives my full creative attention.