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Shelly Lynn Photography is a wedding photography company based in Kailua-Kona, Waikoloa, and Hilo, Hawaii. Owner Shelly is a creative, fun-loving photographer who moved from the Pacific Northwest and immediately harmonized with the island's vibrant yet relaxed vibes. Shelly loves going on adventures and meeting new people. Her work is a celebration of moments and journeys, and she would be delighted to create a collection of beautiful memories you can keep and cherish forever.

Services Offered

Shelly Lynn Photography will provide expert guidance and support from your engagement to the big day to your family sessions, vow renewal, and beyond! Package features include multiple locations, a second photographer, over 300 high-resolution digital images, a trash-the-dress session, and more; you can also purchase prints, albums, canvases, and cards. Shelly was a wedding coordinator for several years, so when you work with her, you're getting an incredible photographer and someone with in-depth knowledge of the entire planning process. Shelly can suggest photo locations, recommend great local vendors, and help you make your dream day a reality! Get in touch today to find out more!

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Boudoir Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Trash The Dress
Digital Files

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Trash The Dress
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Natural
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Video
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

Reviews of Shelly Lynn Photography

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Reviewers raved about the photography and videography team as creative, professional, and personable. They delivered stunning photos and videos in multiple formats (drone, film, Polaroids, digitals), exceeded expectations, and helped make planning easy for out-of-state couples. Highly recommended.

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Reviewers raved about the photography and videography team as creative, professional, and personable. They delivered stunning photos and videos in multiple formats (drone, film, Polaroids, digitals), exceeded expectations, and helped make planning easy for out-of-state couples. Highly recommended.

Caitlin
Caitlin Sent on 02/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing, passionate artist

When we first started the long process of looking at the many talented photographers for our wedding on the Big Island, Shelly and Max really stood out to me. We couldn’t stop thinking about her images and got excited about the notion of what our photos would look like, even before meeting with them via Zoom to see if they were a good fit for us.

They did not disappoint. We love how creative and passionate Shelly is with her art and the many mediums she explores. We received digitals, drone shots, Polaroids, hand developed film, and disposable camera photos. We LOVE her work and LOVED working with both Shelley and Max. We will always treasure the art she gave us from the most incredible day of our lives.
Jim
Jim S. Sent on 10/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best Videographer in Hawaii

We recently hired Max from Shelly Lynn Photography for videography services for our son’s wedding at The Fairmont Orchid on the Big Island. We chose their premium video package, which covered the Welcome Luau, Wedding Day Ceremony, Cocktail Reception, and Wedding Reception. We were clear about our expectations, having had a wonderful experience with the videographer for our daughter’s wedding, and Max truly exceeded those expectations! He was personable, professional, punctual, and dressed appropriately for all events, including the black-tie wedding. If we ever have another event in Hawaii that requires videography services, we would not hesitate to work with Max and Shelly Lynn Photography again!
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Vanessa Sent on 07/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Book them, they are more than worth it.

Shelly and Max did the most amazing job with our engagement shoot, elopement, and wedding. From making the most of our rainy engagement session in Hawaii, to making sure our elopement was everything we had dreamed of, all the way to being so on top of every detail on our wedding day (and even gentle-parenting us away from the dancefloor to get photos and video they knew we would want later), Shelly and Max were everything we could have asked for.
Not only are they on top of every detail and making sure you have fun and feel comfortable, they are also so professional that I had multiple guests share how impressed they were by Shelly & Max during our reception. They are also just really impressive artists and are able to direct and compose absolutely gorgeous shots.
So far, we’ve received our photo and video previews for our elopement and wedding and have been blown away by how everything turned out. We knew that they would be amazing, but they are everything we envisioned and more. I would, and do, recommend Shelly & Max to everyone, because they are more than worth it.
Anissa
Anissa Sent on 04/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Capturing the greatest moments!

Shelly and Max were the best! Every photo and video that was captured was beautiful. I was worried about trying to plan a wedding from a different state, but Shelly and Max helped make the process easy. I trusted both Shelly and Max from the beginning and I am so glad my husband and I decided to work with them. Both captured GORGEOUS photos and videos of the day of the wedding and the next day during our second location photoshoot. Both Shelly and Max made me feel special and are so creative with what they do. I also really appreciated how dedicated and determined they were. Once we received our photos and videos, it was such a magical moment to relive that moment; I almost wanted to cry because of how beautiful everything turned out. Thank you, Shelly and Max, for capturing my husband's and my special day. We cannot wait to share it with our family and friends during our at-home wedding celebration!
Mikki
Mikki Sent on 04/16/2026
1 out of 5 rating

They stole my money

Worst experience of my life, this business stole my money. My family went to Hawaii in March with a dream of getting family pictures done. I booked Shelly 2 months prior, signed a contract, and paid in full. The day before pictures, Shelly text me to ask if we could reschedule because her son had a surfing competition. I agreed to move the date to accomadate her. We rebooked for a few days later. She said she would email info on our shoot that day, she never did. I had to text her several times a few days later, and didn't hear back until a few hours before our schedule photoshoot. She told me they had been shooting a wedding since 6am that morning. So she double booked my family session with an all day wedding. I was no longer confident that she or her husband would do an adequate job. She had lost my trust at that point, and she broke the contract, so I asked for a refund. She said she would have to mail it. It's been over a month, and they not only haven't sent me my refund, they will not respond to my text. I am beginning to think this business is a scam.
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Shelly Lynn Photography frequently asked questions

Shelly Lynn Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Trash The Dress
  • Digital Files
Shelly Lynn Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Trash The Dress
  • Digital Files
Shelly Lynn Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
Shelly Lynn Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Video
  • Wedding Portraits
Shelly Lynn Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Shelly Lynn Photography is recommended by 84% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.2 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.2 in quality of service, 4.2 in average response time, 4.2 in flexibility, 4.2 in professionalism and 4.2 in value.
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