Aloha, Tara is a true professional photographer, knows how to handle the ohana, especially 1 year old! I am the type of person wanting & needing to reach out to 3 - 4 companies for information/inquires for services. Same as anyone wanting services for roofing, painting, solar and AC for their home. I reached out to 2-3 photographers, I advised wanting a photo shoot at a park, no beaches, yes I know we will in Hawaii but everyone does a beach photo. First photographer didn't even respond to my online, email requests. I even called the phone number listed, left a message, no call back. Second photographer confirmed will not be a good fit for my request due to only does nature photography, so only beaches, hmmm, last I checked parks with trees is nature! Final photographer, Sky & Reef Photography -Tara Morenfeld with all the information I requested for. Reserved a Sunday morning date, Tara was on time and ready to go. Worked with the 1year old first, while baby is in a good mood! Worked with each individual ohana then entire ohana. I highly recommend Sky & Reef photography Tara Morenfeld for your next photo session! Again Tara is a professional and keeps her word on how to work the ohana! read more

Sky and Reef Photography - Session Photography Near Me - Kailua, Hawaii

Tara is an amazing photographer and artist. She makes the photoshoot experience fun and comfortable while capturing both candid and uncandid shots. It was a fun day and also a great way to get introduced to some local areas of Hawaii! The communication process was easy via email with generally quick replies when she was not busy. Photoshoot was booked well in advance as well! Only thing I wished was the ability to create a pinterest board with some ideas but it was no biggie! There were a lot of photos my hubs and I loved!! Some of them even better than the ideas we originally wanted! Overall it was a great experience to look back to. She was able to capture the celebration of 7 years of marriage. These photos are great to look back to and are ones we will cherish for many many years. We were also very fortunate to have been able to book a time with her in the most busy season of the year. Thank you Tara!! read more

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I honestly don't like to write reviews but I felt like this one was warranted. Tara is very kind, hospitable, and flexible. I appreciated she split our time with us between our actual wedding and before wedding shots. I understand everyone has "their own style" but some things were not about style. Granted, I know the Hawaiian sun is harsh, but as a photographer, you must understand lighting. The pre wedding photos we took down in the blowhole were good, but not great. None of the photos had any editing, and if there was any, I couldn't see where. She left nips in my dress there, and did not blur them. Horrible posing, and very few that I could actually show my family or friends. I was so embarrassed that as a woman she wouldn't understand modesty. Now, my wedding...there's the kicker. Half of my guests were facing the sun. She placed everyone in harsh sunlight, which created harsh shadows, and caused my guests eyes to be squinted or closed. I am not even a photographer, and I think I have enough common sense not to face people towards the sun. I don't understand why she did this. Very few photos I could use. I am having to learn photoshop because I am hoping to salvage some of these. I have so many harsh shadows and she washed everyone out, that I cant barely touch these up in Photoshop. Once the lighting is messed up, theres not much I can do to save the photo. She did not pay attention to detail and took pictures of us in a street where there were cars, street signs, ugly buildings, and structures in the background. I will never understand why she did this. I was really sad, It has taken me a year to return to my wedding photos and try to fix them. With so many tools in photoshop, even as a beginner, why not crop out the ugly telephone pole, street sign, or make the grass a little better? I live in Florida and this was our destination wedding. I paid her upfront and immediately, a year in advance (just about). The pictures she gave me look nothing like what I saw on her website or instagram. I was so disheartened. I am glad I did get a video from someone else. I paid so much less for an amazing video from someone else. If I could do it again, I would have paid someone else. It felt like she pointed and clicked with no rhyme or reason, and no retouching or editing was done of any kind. It's like she didn't care about what she was doing, or the quality of work. This was my wedding and almost all pictures have shadows, squinted faces, or eyes closed. Not acceptable for wedding photos. My friends and family's iPhone pictures actually turned out better. Please think long and hard, and really look before you pay someone for your wedding photos. You only have one wedding, don't hire a bad photographer who doesn't pay attention to details. Im sorry I have to leave this review, but its not okay to pay that amount of money for a once in a lifetime event for it to be so sloppy. Again, this is not an attack on her personally, but the work was just not there. you can see some of where I tried to fix attached. The before on the left hand side and the right the after. Mind you these are some of the best ones. There are way worse ones with harsh shadows and eyes. read more

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Tara was so patience and nice. Our maternity pictures turned out beautiful! She definitely have a keen eye and is very talented. I highly recommend her for any type of photography. read more

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Tara is an artist! I found her on IG and her pictures are gorgeous! She is super quick with responding and when you decide to book with her, she sends you a list of places and relevant info to make your choice of photo shoot location easy. I knew nothing about the island so this was super helpful. When we finally met her, I found out she was from the same area we were in CA and an alumni of the same high school! Such a small world! She was so sweet. She helped with fixing our hair and posture. She really does know how to make you look good. Initially she said that we would get a sneak peek before 72 hours after the shoot and then the rest would come within two weeks. We got the sneak peek on time (love them), and fortunately she was able to give us the rest 3-4 days after the shoot. So quick and so many good shots. My family loved them! I'm so grateful to her for capturing my family so beautifully! read more

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This review has been long overdue! We took a family trip last April for my in laws wedding anniversary. It was the perfect time to have professional pics taken of our families, as we would all be together. There was a handful of photographers on yelp, and I was drawn to Tara's work. Reaching out to her, she was very responsive, providing pricing packages and options along with available time slots. Because of the numerous beaches to shoot pics on the island, I asked her which was her favorite and she told me it was Waimanalo beach. We decided to shoot there. She gave us the options of doing sunrise or sunset pics, and we went with the sunrise pics. Our party of 19 made it happen- as we we got to the beach at 6:10am and was well worth it. Tara took beautiful pics of our entire family and everyone felt comfortable with her. She is personable, easy going, sweet and very patient- worked really well with all of us including the younger ones and our elder parents. All of us were more than happy with our pictures. I highly recommend Sky and Reef! Mahalo for capturing pics our family during a memorable trip read more

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I can't thank Tara enough for taking our family portraits while visiting Oahu. She recommended the perfect spot and was on time and so efficient. Our portraits are seriously picture perfect. read more

Found Tara on Yelp, and she was very responsive. Showed her what we had in mind, and by viewing the photos we shared, she knew exactly what we were looking for. Tara made some great recommendations with regards to location, and was great with our girls. Our girls had the biggest smiles on their faces. During our shoot I was surprised about all the other people on the beach. I was even more surprised when we received our photos. What a magic show, Tara edited out the other bodies, leaving nothing but perfect photos of our family. Strongly recommend Tara if you're looking for a photographer in the area. read more

Tara is wonderful to work with! She put me at ease and made the shoot simple and fun. Thank you Tara!

Tara was great, calm and comfortable to work with. She put us at ease so that we didn't feel so self-conscious as one can feel when being photographed by a complete stranger. More importantly, the photos turned out so good! Of course, the scenery of HI is stunning, but she captured us in it in a lovely way. read more

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We booked with Tara for our family portraits and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Tara was incredibly communicative and approachable from the very beginning. She made us feel at ease during the shoot and adapted to our family's needs. All the photos she took turned out wonderfully and we're thrilled to have such a lovely memory to look back on. Thank you Tara! read more

Working with Tara was wonderful. The guide for photo locations around the island she provides is so helpful. On the day we did our shoot we were battling with the rain, but she was flexible with finding different spots quickly and we still got wonderful photos. Truly enjoyed our experience and grateful we have such awesome photos to remember our trip. :-) read more

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My husband and I just love Tara! We got married at my husbands grandmas house so I was so afraid we would have crappy wedding photos. Tara really knew how to work around the obstacles and gave us BEAUTIFUL wedding pictures! I cried when looking at the final pictures. We knew Tara was amazing from our epic pre wedding Yosemite shoot and our wedding pictures are just as amazing! Honestly stop looking for a photographer now because you won't want anyone other than Tara! We couldn't decide on 1 favorite so here are a few pictures from the wedding and 1 from Yosemite (one without a veil with the mountain in the back) read more

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Wow! So Tara is a DANG GOOD photographer if you're looking for some maternity photos(and by the looks of her reviews..all special occasions.) we went to two locations, and the photographer snapped many photos over a 90 minute period. We received a rather large digital gallery sent from her a couple weeks later and just about every single photo I viewed, had me saying "WOW!." She truly captured our family love, and also the beauty that is only in the Hawaiian islands. Book her, she's really a great photographer! read more

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Tara was referred to me by a friend for our engagement photos and I'm so glad she was! She was invested from our first conversation and wanted to really know us as a couple. She's organized, responsive, and gives wonderful suggestions. She works wonders behind the lens and I'd recommend her over & over again. AND we received our photos within days! Thank you so much for capturing us so beautifully! read more

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We scheduled our photoshoot with Tara on the second day after we arrived in Hawaii. Dealing with a 10-hour flight, jet lag, rental car issue, two kids and waking up at 4am for the sunrise, Tara was so easygoing and accommodating which made the entire photoshoot 200% less stressful than expected. Our kids had so much fun throughout the photoshoot and the photos came out so beautiful even though they kept splashing and falling into the water. Definitely recommend Tara as she's the best photographer we have ever met! read more

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We hired Tara for our engagement photos. She did an amazing job and was highly professional. She was very flexible, kind, creative and helped to make this special moment even more magical. Tara's picture quality is phenomenal and she helped us to find the right angle for each pose. I strongly recommend Tara, you can't go wrong with her. You are simply hiring one of the very best photographers in Hawaii. read more

Tara is a talented & professional photographer that I would recommend to anyone thinking about using her without hesitation. We worked together on a styled shoot where she spearheaded the creative direction for an edible eco-friendly tablescape. She is easy to work with, while still being clear and precise. And her photography talent matches her work ethic. The photos from our shoot came out better than real life! The space we worked in was dark and tight but her photographs made the space appear dreamy, airy and soft. I look forward to working with her again! read more

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Tara did such an amazing job with our engagement photos! We went in having no idea how to pose or what to do and she was right there giving us direction the whole time. She really captured some beautiful moments. Also she was really patient with our puppy so we could get some pictures with him! read more

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Tara was fantastic to work with. I've had my share of photographer encounters and Tara is truly a gem. She knew we liked light and airy photos and wanted a few candid yet posed photos. I had my maternity shoot in Hawaii. Tara provided beach suggestions and was very responsive and easy to work with. She's so personable that you don't feel uncomfortable and she listens to any ideas you may have for a shot. Her delivery time was fast and our sneek peek photos kept me on my toes wanting to see the rest. We loved our photos. Tara is amazing just book her already you won't be disappointed! read more

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I found Sky and Reef Photography on Yelp & I'm very glad that I chose them. The owner Tara is an amazing and fun to work with. Her works are beautiful & we love it. I would highly recommend Tara if you need the photographer to take your family photo session :) read more

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Tara was so amazing + so sweet! Our engagement pictures turned out so beautiful. My fiancé hired her to secretly take our engagement pictures in July for when he proposed, and it was the most special moment. Grateful for these pictures that will last a lifetime! Thank you Tara. read more

Over the years I have been shot by countless photographers, and for my first family photo, I had to have the best. That is why I went with Sky and Reef Photography. From the moment we spoke, I knew I found someone that could capture my artistic vision and deliver breathtaking photos that had a unique look. Once my family was in front of the camera, I felt at ease with her posing suggestions and was happy to know she was not only concerned with making me look my best, but my family as well. This professional knows her camera, and the photos we got back blew my husband and I away. Needless to say, I will be hiring Sky and Reef photography again. For special moments, sometimes you only get one shot, and I trust this company to capture it. read more

Sky and Reef Photography - Session Photography Near Me - Kailua, Hawaii

Tara from Sky and Reef Photography took amazing photographs of me and my fiancé on the beach in Malibu. She delivered the photos so fast and uploaded a sneak peek the next day where I was able to share with my family and friends. I literally have never had better photos of me taken. I am so excited for my wedding next year! She is really the best! read more

Sky and Reef Photography - Session Photography Near Me - Kailua, Hawaii

Tara was GREAT to work with! My fiance and I worked with Sky and Reef Photography for engagement photos while we were vacationing in Hawaii, and I'm so glad that we did. Since we had never been to Oahu before, Tara provided recommendations for photo shoot locations. She was very communicative, arrived on time, and did a great job at picking out the perfect backgrounds and setting us up for each photo. She was easy going and made us laugh throughout the shoot, ensuring we were comfortable and looked natural for the photos. We could not be happier with how they all turned out, and I highly recommend Sky and Reef Photography! read more

Incredible and worth every penny! Tara shot our wedding and our engagement pictures. She is laid back and easy going, but on top of every. single. detail. She and her second shooter, were a joy to be around. And our guests still talk about how great Tara was. Her pictures tell the story of your wedding day, and she really captures everyone's personalities. Absolutely the best decision we made, and we could not have asked for a better day or better pictures. read more

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All I can say is WOW! Tara, did our maternity photos and they came out absolutely stunning! The pictures are so wonderful, she makes you feel comfortable, also makes sure you're looking your best, directs you well, and makes the the whole experience fun, fluid, and memorable. The drone pictures are gorgeous and is really the icing on the cake! Thank you so much for a great experience! These pictures will be cherished for a life time! read more

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We had the pleasure of shooting with Tara in September. My husband and daughter weren't too keen on the idea of doing a photo shoot at 6:30am, but Tara was absolutely right about the amazing lighting we would get for the sunrise shoot. She was super easy and fun to work with. We aren't models so we definitely needed a lot of direction which Tara was great in administering. We would 100% use Tara again the next time we are in town! read more

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Tara is such a talented photographer and great to work with! We absolutely adored working with her. Her quality of work is outstanding and speaks for itself. She meticulously captures the perfect angles & lighting while still making you genuinely smile the entire time. She can do it all! I totally recommend her and i promise you, you wont regret it. read more

I absolutely loved working with Tara. Her love and passion for photography is clear in the way that she approaches her work. She's always thinking of creative angles and doesn't just focus on getting the shot, she also looks at what's in the frame of the shot. As an event planner, I've worked with a lot of photographers and Tara is truly exceptional. I highly recommend her! read more

Sky and Reef Photography - Session Photography Near Me - Kailua, Hawaii

I was a little hesitant when my wife told me that she booked a family photo shoot for us while we were staying in Hawaii. I thought it would be long and boring and take away from our exploring time. Plus we would be taking tons of photos already. Boy was I wrong. It ended up being a fun and amazing experience. The 2 hours flew by because we were having so much fun. The best part was that Tara was able to capture these great moments that we would have never been able to get ourselves. The beach scenery is so incredible so why not have amazing background instead of the regular park or field shoots you do back home. Pictures came out amazing and I can't thank my wife and Sky & Reef Photography enough. I went in with negative attitude and came out a believer which is I wanted to write a review. read more

Tara was the best! She not only helped narrow down the best location in oahu for the time slot we had but also catered to our needs and captured incredible shots of our family, engagement photos, AND single photos all in one hour! She made us comfortable and the best part is we have fun the whole time. We love our photos! She is absolutely right when she says she'll make you look DAMN good! read more

Tara is an amazing photographer! We love our family pictures. She was very patient with my toddlers and fun to work with. We couldn't be happier with your family pictures. Thank you so much Tara. read more

Tara did an amazing job with our engagement photos. She always made sure to get the perfect shot and helped us to have fun while we got it. So many great photos! I would highly recommend her for any type of photo shoot. Thank you for such an amazing experience!! read more

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Tara from Sky and Reef is an exceptional photographer and so at ease behind the camera. I'm always a bit nervous and awkward having photos taken, but Tara made all of those feelings disappear! She is so at ease during her sessions, that's its hard not to feel the same way. Our images came out beautifully and she managed to capture us exactly as we are, happy and in love, on the Hawaiian shoreline. We're left with a group of pictures we adore and a shot of my daughter and I in the water that I will cherish forever. read more

Sky and Reef Photography - Tara was born to be a photographer! She even made me feel comfortable taking photos in my swimsuit! - Session Photography Near Me - Kailua, Hawaii

We had so much fun doing our engagement photoshoot with Tara! We chose Kualoa Regional Park, and she knew the lay of the land really well. She captured some amazing shots, including drone and in-water photos, and was very generous with her time. Tara made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, allowed us to act like our silly selves, and helped us to create memories to last a lifetime!! 110% recommend :) read more

Tara has the uncanny ability to capture the best of an event. I hired Tara after seeing her reviews and samples of her work. Tara arrived rather early and immediately hit the ground running. She not only took gorgeous pictures of the whole wedding party before the actual wedding, but she took THE best photos during the wedding, and even got some really fun shots of antics going on behind the scenes. Tara gives direction in a manner that is natural and energetic. Her disposition was of one of pure professionalism with a touch of humor. Very personable and EXXTREMELY talented. read more

I cannot recommend Tara enough!!! She was such a joy to work with here on Oahu... I'm always shy in front of a camera, but she made me feel comfortable and beautiful, which is essential for your big day! She is professional, down to earth, and the photos came out absolutely stunning! I highly recommend her to capture any important life milestones; maternity, engagement, family photos, and especially your wedding day. Side note: To those active couples, she is athletic and is down to shoot in an adventurous environments to get that stunning backdrop! read more

Very professional, yet laid back and fun! My wife and I recently enlisted the help of Sky and Reef Photography to get some baby bump family photos and they turned out amazing. Tara from Sky & Reef picked a gorgeous beach setting in LA and captured 50+ incredible shots. Very easy to work with and even had my 3 year old feeling comfortable and smiling like a pro! Highly recommend Sky & Reef, 5 stars, 2 thumbs up, A+ :) read more

We found Tara through Yelp and we're so happy we chose her for our family photos on the beach. Tara helped us choose the right time and location for the look we wanted, and utilized a Pinterest board so she knows some of the looks, poses, inspirations, etc. we had in mind. Such a great idea to get on the same page with your clients!! Her turnaround time was much faster than expected but I imagine that depends on how many clients she has at the time. She was super patient with our cranky 8 month old, and still managed to get some amazing shots! Thank you thank you Tara for the photos from our family vacation that will last a lifetime!! read more