http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog Oahu Hawaii Wedding Photographers Thu, 02 Feb 2012 05:25:47 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v= http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/05/18/destination-wedding-shazarie-nicholas-big-day-moana-surfrider-kahala-resort-waialae-beach-park-2/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/05/18/destination-wedding-shazarie-nicholas-big-day-moana-surfrider-kahala-resort-waialae-beach-park-2/#comments Mon, 18 May 2009 21:53:44 +0000 wleslie http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=515 Shazarie and Nicholas came all the way from Washington for their intimate beach ceremony at Waialae Beach Park. Shazarie and her girls got ready at one of our favorite places, the Sheraton Moana Surfrider Hotel at Waikiki Beach. It was an absolutely gorgeous day with perfectly blue skies out her window as she got her [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/05/18/destination-wedding-shazarie-nicholas-big-day-moana-surfrider-kahala-resort-waialae-beach-park-2/feed/ 2 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/04/14/oahu-wedding-association-owa-march-meeting-masako-formals/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/04/14/oahu-wedding-association-owa-march-meeting-masako-formals/#comments Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:49:13 +0000 emansperger http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=466 Wendy and I spend a lot of time hiding behind cameras at weddings. It sorta goes with the job. This last Oahu Wedding Association meeting we got a chance to walk a mile (or a few runway lengths… I tend to over exaggerate) in the shoes of our Brides & Grooms. We got to play [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/04/14/oahu-wedding-association-owa-march-meeting-masako-formals/feed/ 4 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/04/10/hawaii-destination-wedding-photographer-tanja-stephans-big-day/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/04/10/hawaii-destination-wedding-photographer-tanja-stephans-big-day/#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2009 06:08:28 +0000 wleslie http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=485 Tanja and Stephan were so much fun to work with on their big day.  With roots in Germany, this couple gathered at Haiku Gardens with many family and friends who flew half way around the world for their special day.  Both Eric and I have German heritage and got some coaching from our German relatives [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/04/10/hawaii-destination-wedding-photographer-tanja-stephans-big-day/feed/ 0 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/04/05/oahu-military-wedding-photographer-caprice-mannys-wedding/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/04/05/oahu-military-wedding-photographer-caprice-mannys-wedding/#comments Sun, 05 Apr 2009 16:00:15 +0000 wleslie http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=463 We always have awesome brides and grooms as our clients. They are always so cheery and nice to work with, it really is always a pleasure.  Caprice and Manny absolutely fall into that category.  It was so much fun chatting about girly wedding stuff with Caprice before heading down to the chapel at Haiku Gardens.  [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/04/05/oahu-military-wedding-photographer-caprice-mannys-wedding/feed/ 0 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/03/17/tasty-hawaiian-treats-favors-island-treats-creations/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/03/17/tasty-hawaiian-treats-favors-island-treats-creations/#comments Wed, 18 Mar 2009 05:04:24 +0000 wleslie http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=418 With many of our brides coming from all over the country and the world, Eric and I often get questions for referrals for anything and everything wedding related. With our growing family in the Oahu Wedding Association, we are in abundance of wonderful Hawaii wedding connections.  One of our newest friends is from Island Treats [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/03/17/tasty-hawaiian-treats-favors-island-treats-creations/feed/ 0 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/02/06/wedding-cafe-honolulu-workshop-with-leading-oahu-florists/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/02/06/wedding-cafe-honolulu-workshop-with-leading-oahu-florists/#comments Sat, 07 Feb 2009 06:20:26 +0000 wleslie http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=368 If you live in Oahu and have not been by the Wedding Cafe yet, you absolutely must! This dual purpose cafe combines yummy drinks and treats with a plethora of wedding planning resources. You can browse through tons of Bridal Magazines, local wedding photographer’s albums, venue information and more. Let me tell you, if I [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2009/02/06/wedding-cafe-honolulu-workshop-with-leading-oahu-florists/feed/ 0 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/29/destination-wedding-hawaii-marriage-license/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/29/destination-wedding-hawaii-marriage-license/#comments Tue, 30 Dec 2008 03:32:02 +0000 emansperger http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=155 As Oahu Wedding Photographers, Wendy and I get many questions from soon-to-be brides about anything and everything related to getting married. Here is a quick article on how to get a marriage license for your wedding in Hawaii. Marriage licenses are issued by the Hawaii State Department of Health, Vital Records Unit.  Keeping in mind [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/29/destination-wedding-hawaii-marriage-license/feed/ 0 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/11/congratulations-special-olympics-hawaii-amazing-holiday-classic/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/11/congratulations-special-olympics-hawaii-amazing-holiday-classic/#comments Thu, 11 Dec 2008 10:46:56 +0000 wleslie http://lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=113 Eric and I were privileged enough to be able to volunteer our time to photograph for the Special Olympics. Hundreds of Special Olympics athletes, coaches, family and friends from all Hawaiian islands gathered for the Holiday Classic held the weekend of December 5th through 7th on Oahu.  The Holiday Classic was hosted by the local [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/11/congratulations-special-olympics-hawaii-amazing-holiday-classic/feed/ 5 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/09/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-luana-hills-country-club/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/09/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-luana-hills-country-club/#comments Tue, 09 Dec 2008 18:12:24 +0000 wleslie http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=188 Located on the Winward side of Oahu, Luana Hills Country Club is nestled under the Ko’olau Mountains in Kailua.  Perfectly manicured greens and a beautiful club house make this venue ideal for brides and grooms who want to be surrounded by lush green vegetation for their ceremony. While there are many many beautiful areas of [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/09/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-luana-hills-country-club/feed/ 0 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/09/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-paradise-cove/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/09/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-paradise-cove/#comments Tue, 09 Dec 2008 18:06:06 +0000 emansperger http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=285 Paradise Cove is not only one of the most popular places for an authentic and entertaining Hawaiian Luau, it is also a great place to have your wedding! Situated on 12 acres on the West coast, or the Leeward side of Oahu, Paradise Cove is a getaway from the more metropolitan Honolulu and Waikiki area.  [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/09/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-paradise-cove/feed/ 0 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/09/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-diamond-head-anela-garden-chapel-2/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/09/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-diamond-head-anela-garden-chapel-2/#comments Tue, 09 Dec 2008 16:18:14 +0000 emansperger http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=250 The Diamond Head Anela Garden Chapel in Honolulu Oahu is a non-denominational chapel accommodating couples from around the world each year.  Accommodating up to 100 guests, this quaint chapel is lined with beautiful English stained glass windows that light your way down the isle. With three reception rooms in the Guest House and expert japanese [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/09/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-diamond-head-anela-garden-chapel-2/feed/ 0 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-hale-koa-hotel/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-hale-koa-hotel/#comments Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:50:35 +0000 wleslie http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=268 Hale Koa Hotel is an exclusive first class resort in Honolulu Oahu catering to the men and women of the United States Armed Forces.  You either have to BE someone (presently in the military or be a veteran) or KNOW someone (in your immediate family who served).  With Oahu hosting multiple military bases including Schofield [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-hale-koa-hotel/feed/ 0 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-otani-kaimana-beach-hotel/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-otani-kaimana-beach-hotel/#comments Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:49:53 +0000 emansperger http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=271 The New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel offers gorgeous views, a backdrop of Daimond Head, and a hint of Japanese stlye to any wedding ceremony or reception.  Whether you are looking for a venue with some Japanese flare or simply a gorgeous setting with delicious food, the New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel is worth checking out. [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-otani-kaimana-beach-hotel/feed/ 0 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-koolau-ballrooms/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-koolau-ballrooms/#comments Tue, 09 Dec 2008 04:55:24 +0000 emansperger http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=246 Located on the Winward side of Oahu in Kaneohe, Ko’olau Ballrooms stands out amongst its neighboring venues in its specialization in hosting events.  Planning and personalizing weddings and events is their bread and butter, and they definitely know what they are doing! Choose from venues featuring an indoor waterfall, lush garden, or a breathtaking view of [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-koolau-ballrooms/feed/ 0 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-st-andrews-cathedral/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-st-andrews-cathedral/#comments Tue, 09 Dec 2008 04:18:37 +0000 emansperger http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=256 Saint Andrews Cathedral in Honolulu Oahu is a breathtaking venue for a wedding. This Episcopal Church was built in the mid 1800′s in a unique and distinctive style that makes St. Andrews Cathedral unlike any other in Oahu.  Colorful stained glass works of art light up the cathedral as the sun shines through the windows [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-st-andrews-cathedral/feed/ 0 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venue-royal-hawaiian/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venue-royal-hawaiian/#comments Mon, 08 Dec 2008 20:23:09 +0000 wleslie http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=226 The Royal Hawaiian just may be THE most recognizable hotel in Oahu, Hawaii.  Affectionately known as the Pink Palace of the Pacific, this hotel has been making a statement on Waikiki Beach in an unmistakable shade of pink since the 1920′s.  After closing for a multimillion dollar make-over, the Royal Hawaiian will be reemerging in [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venue-royal-hawaiian/feed/ 0 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-kualoa-ranch-molii-gardens/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-kualoa-ranch-molii-gardens/#comments Mon, 08 Dec 2008 18:46:03 +0000 emansperger http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=235 Located on the Winward side of Oahu, Kualoa Ranch has just about everything to offer that you could ever hope for.  With 4000 acres of countryside to explore, you can be sure that neither you nor your wedding guests will be lacking in fun things to do. Kualoa Ranch features Secret Island, Hakipu’u Valley, Ka’a'wa [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-photographer-venues-kualoa-ranch-molii-gardens/feed/ 0 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-venues-central-union-church/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-venues-central-union-church/#comments Mon, 08 Dec 2008 09:59:55 +0000 wleslie http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=350 With four amazing sites for wedding ceremonies, it is easy to see why couples from all over the world choose Central Union Church as their dream wedding venue.  Located in the heart of Honolulu Oahu, on the corner of South Beretania Street and Punahou Street, this church offers multiple choices of  venues to fit your [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-venues-central-union-church/feed/ 0 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-phographer-venues-hilton-hawaiian-village-resort-spa/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-phographer-venues-hilton-hawaiian-village-resort-spa/#comments Mon, 08 Dec 2008 09:10:06 +0000 wleslie http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=218 The Hilton Hawaiian Village Resort and Spa is no ordinary hotel, not to mention a favorite of mine to photograph!  With 22 acres of manicured gardens, pools, designer stores, flamingos, penguins, beach front and fine dining, the Hilton Hawaiian Village stands out amongst its neighbors on Waikiki Beach on Oahu.  Take a look at a [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-phographer-venues-hilton-hawaiian-village-resort-spa/feed/ 1 http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-venue-kawaiahao-church/ http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-venue-kawaiahao-church/#comments Mon, 08 Dec 2008 08:50:53 +0000 wleslie http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/?p=341 Often referred to as the “State Church of Hawaii,” the Kawaiaha’o Church has a rich history of over 185 years of serving the community.  Couples who get married at this wedding venue experience a bit of history as they walk down the aisle that Hawaiian royalty once walked.  For this reason, Kawaiaha’o Church has become [...]]]> http://www.lmprophoto.com/blog/index.php/2008/12/08/oahu-wedding-venue-kawaiahao-church/feed/ 1