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Aloha and thank you for considering me for your big day.

My work is refined & natural, documentary-style wedding and elopement photography across Hawaiʻi. I photograph love stories against some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world.

My approach is rooted in storytelling, observing real moments as they unfold while gently guiding you when needed so everything feels effortless and true to you. The result is imagery that feels both honest and elevated, blending candid emotion with a thoughtful, editorial eye.

Your experience in front of my camera is playful, joyful, romantic, and editorial. I use light direction and movement to create portraits that feel natural yet intentional, so you never feel stiff or overly posed, just connected, present, and comfortable together.

Every wedding and elopement is different, and I aim to reflect that uniqueness in every frame. Whether you’re exchanging vows on a cliffside, on the beach, or in a lush valley, your story is told through a refined documentary lens that highlights both your connection and the beauty of Hawaiʻi itself.

The end result is a gallery that feels timeless, emotional, and true images that let you relive not just how your day looked, but how it felt.

Check out my website for more photos and to contact me www.taraleephotography.net

I look forward to hearing from you!

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Matted Prints
Prints
Proofs
Thank You Cards

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

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Digital Files
Prints

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Natural
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Matted Prints
Prints

Reviews of Tara Lee Photography

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Tara Lee Photography is professional, communicative, and goes beyond photography by helping plan timelines, locations, and vendor recommendations for weddings and elopements. The team captures natural, timeless images with gorgeous lighting, quietly blends into the event, and directs couples calmly. Fast turnaround and organized family shots make them highly recommended.

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Tara Lee Photography is professional, communicative, and goes beyond photography by helping plan timelines, locations, and vendor recommendations for weddings and elopements. The team captures natural, timeless images with gorgeous lighting, quietly blends into the event, and directs couples calmly. Fast turnaround and organized family shots make them highly recommended.

Kristin
Kristin Sent on 06/22/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Tara Lee Photography

Tara was absolutely amazing to work with!! My husband was very picky about the editing style of our photos, and he fell in love with the vibe of Tara’s pictures. Tara was very communicative from the beginning and clear about pricing and services. She helped us determine how much photography time we needed for our day and was super flexible to meet our needs. On the wedding day, she did a wonderful job with time management and making sure we got all of the signature wedding shots. Being in front of a camera during intimate moments like the first look and saying our vows can feel a little vulnerable. However, Tara and her second shooter, Kelsey, did an incredible job of making us feel comfortable, which allowed those special moments to unfold organically and beautifully.

We just received our full album this weekend, and every image is STUNNING! There was a perfect mix of portrait shots, details, and candid shots. We loved going through the album and seeing moments that we didn’t see in person. Our wedding was at the beginning of the ‘busy season’, but our gallery was still delivered well before the deadline. Communication from booking to post-production was quick and professional. We are so happy that we chose Tara to capture all the joy of our wedding day.
Ian
Ian Sent on 06/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST photographer in Maui

Tara was the BEST photographer to work with! She met with us and really got to know us, and I think that element shows in her work for our wedding day. She captured all the joy and laughter and every little moment in between. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone!
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Priscilla Sent on 06/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Best choice we made!

ARTISTIC and TIMELESS! It was such a pleasure working with Tara. It’s hard to put into words the genuine care and attention to detail we received from her! She is highly professional, a great communicator and someone you can trust to share the best local referrals and tips. Our calls with her were so very helpful in getting all the moving pieces coordinated and really helped us feel prepared. So appreciative of her sharp eye and wealth of experience, it made all the difference! SO MANY GORGEOUS PHOTOS!
Savitre
Savitre Sent on 05/30/2026
5 out of 5 rating

10 Stars! Phenomenal Client Experience from Start to Finish

If I could give Tara Lee Photography ten stars, I would!

From the very start, Tara’s professionalism was unmatched. She kicked things off by immediately providing an extensive, detailed questionnaire to ensure all of our wants and inputs were captured right away. We then had a phone call a week before the wedding to finalize everything. Her email communication throughout the entire process was seamless and filled with detailed, clear instructions.
Tara’s personality is absolutely adorable and magnetic. During all of our photo sessions—the picnic, the wedding, and the sunset photos—she made us feel completely guided, comfortable, and very natural. Tara brought an infectious pep and energy to the shoot that got everyone excited. She was amazing with our requested group photos, expertly adjusting guest positions and stances to create awesome, artistic group portraits. For our sunset photos, her gentle guidance and conversation gave us the most breathtaking shots we have ever seen.
I also want to give a huge shoutout to her incredible second photographer for the wedding day—who, funnily enough, is also named Tara! Both Taras operated like total photo ninjas during the wedding, completely blending into the background to grab authentic, candid memories we didn't even realize were happening.
Tara Lee's artistic talent is truly insane—there is a deep, rich feeling within each photograph. On top of that, her turnaround time was mind-blowing. She provided instant sneak peeks and delivered our full gallery of ~1,200 photos in less than two weeks! The online site was beautiful, modern, and incredibly easy to navigate. When we saw the gallery for the first time, it brought back so many wonderful emotions and allowed us to completely relive our events through the photos. We are so thrilled with her work that we are already planning to order our custom prints and heirloom photo albums directly through her, fully confident they will exceed our expectations. We cannot recommend Tara Lee Photography enough!
Haley
Haley Sent on 05/12/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The easiest 5 stars ever!

Hiring Tara was one of the best decisions we made!

She was SO much more than a photographer. She helped us create our timeline, kept the day flowing smoothly, and gave us incredible recommendations for our officiant, florals, and hair/makeup. Having someone that experienced and thoughtful in our corner made such a huge difference and took a lot of stress off of us.

And then the PHOTOS. We were completely speechless when we got our gallery back. She captured the day so naturally and perfectly. We’ve already looked through the gallery so many times and still can’t get over how beautiful everything turned out.

She is unbelievably talented and genuinely wonderful to work with. She was such a calming and fun presence, which made being in front of the camera feel super comfortable. We will treasure these photos forever!
S
Sunjoo Sent on 02/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

V&J Maui Wedding

Tara is extremely attentive to details and great with capturing lights. She is also lovely to work with, with bubbly personality but also extremely professional.
J
Jieun Sent on 02/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

100% worth

Highly recommend. Tara, her team and their photography skills are unparalleled.
Tatiana
Tatiana Sent on 01/18/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Dave & Taty

Her work is incredibly natural and real. No heavy filters, no forced poses, just us, the ocean, the light, the nature, and the energy of the moment. She captured what was genuinely important to us: the waves, the surroundings, and how we felt with each other.

When we received the photos, we felt so emotional seeing them for the first time. They are authentic, timeless, and beautifully true to who we are as a couple.

Caitlin
Caitlin Sent on 12/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Capturing the Joyful Essence of Our Big Day

I have been skeptical of some wedding photos as they often can feel forced or fake. However, Tara captured the joyful essence of our relationship. Though she has an incredible knowledge of the lighting and the scenery to get a wonderful backdrop, her ability to document our love and happiness on our big day is second to none. The photos during the ceremony showed us scenes that we love replaying as well as ones that we completely missed but are so happy she recorded. As for the family photos, it was so well organized that everyone could get to the cocktail hour in a timely manner. The sunset photos are breathtaking and we adore the photos captured during the speeches and first dances. We highly recommend Tara Lee.
Jenna
Jenna Sent on 11/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional wedding photos, great to work with!

Wow, Tara is a pro. My husband and I had our destination wedding in Maui and were so glad we chose Tara! She has such a keen eye for lighting and composition and really captured the best of everyone. I have never loved having pictures taken of me but I absolutely adore our photos! She really knew what to do to make everyone look and feel their best. All our wedding party and families have been loving looking through the gallery and we can't wait to order prints! She was so easy to work with and communicated super well. 11/10, would recommend to anyone!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2026 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner

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Tara Lee Photography frequently asked questions

Tara Lee Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Thank You Cards
Tara Lee Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
Tara Lee Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
Tara Lee Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Tara Lee Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
Tara Lee Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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