Jonelle is an incredible photographer! I booked her to capture my proposal, which included a 30 minute photo sesh before we sat down for dinner. Let me just start out by saying that my fiancée and I are possibly the worst models ever. We were so awkward during the entire shoot. But Jonelle told us what to do, where to stand, and she knew the location like the back of her hand! The photos look amazing and totally candid and natural. We couldn't be happier with the way that they turned out. My favorite photo is the Shaka picture (attached), which she suggested. It's our favorite picture and it's definitely getting framed and hung up in our house! She sent me about 5 sneak peak photos that night so that I could make an engagement announcement on social media, and she sent the final gallery only a few short days later. We were surprised at how quickly she got them done. On a personal note she was very sweet to us and we felt very comfortable being photographed by her. I would highly recommend her for photos! Jonelle, thanks a bunch! We will be in touch for wedding photos! read more

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Absolutely phenomenal photos, and such a fun experience. Laurence is a true artist and I couldn't be happier that we chose Wailea Photo to capture these memories with us. Highly recommend! read more

This was our first time visiting Maui w/our family of 4, with a 5 and 2 year old, and had planned on getting family pictures on the trip. After deciding to have Jonelle do our shoot, we couldn't be more satisfied with the end-to-end experience. 1) Pre-communication: Jonelle was super friendly on the phone and via email, giving us recommendations on the area, trip, where to eat, what to bring, etc. 2) During the shoot: Given the challenges of trying to keep the attention of two young kids for an hour, Jonelle was a mastery of her craft. Not only was she able to be playful with the kids, she also mastered the lighting, angles, and shifting clouds of the beach. We appreciated how she let nature dictate the best shots. Our kids constantly asked where Jonelle was, even after the shoot. 3) Results: We were hoping for a couple of "print and hang"-able photos as they can be hit or miss. Not only did we get the photos turned around quickly (4 days!), but we couldn't be happier with the amount of quality shots that Jonelle was able to capture. She was able to capture the precise moments, facial expressions, and the amazing backdrop of Wailea beach. Highly highly recommend Jonelle for any family photography in Maui! read more

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We had a wonderful time working with Laurence; he made us feel so at ease with the camera and we are beyond thrilled with the results. Thank you so much Wailea Photo for capturing these magical memories with us - we couldn't be happier! read more

Lawrence was AWESOME!! He's an amazing photographer, made my husband and I feel so comfortable during our maternity shoot, the photos turned out absolutely stunning. We planned a last minute baby-moon to Maui and knew we wanted to get pictures taken, it was so last minute and Lawrence squished us in and got us the pictures of our dreams. We will cherish this moment forever. We got the pictures back so fast, our shoot was at 5pm on Sunday and I had the gallery by 5am on Monday morning! We were blown away by the quality of the pictures. I can't wait to show my twins these photos one day!! If you're looking for an unforgettable, beautiful experience and someone to capture your special moments look no further. read more

Best photo session I have ever had. Not one photo that isn't exquisite! I look forward to a second session in the future.

Just a little sampling of the pictures we got back! We couldn't be happier with the results. Explore your dreams and choose Jonelle to make them come true! read more

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My wife booked jonelle on super short notice for a sunset photoshoot. I can't wait to see these pictures! We were running late and couldn't grab a cab so she even picked us up on the way to the beach! read more

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Deciding to have Jonelle take our honeymoon pictures was the best decision! I looked her up on yelp before, liked her style and reviews. Now that I now have our pictures in hand, I just wanted to say that the pictures turned out amazing, and also importantly, Jonelle was very personable and made the whole experience enjoyable. We really weren't sure how to pose/where to look, so we asked for help. Jonelle was experienced in guiding us the whole way with tips on how to stand, sit, place our hands so they didn't look awkward, and even where to look for our gazes. Photos can be challenging, because a tilt up of the head can make your face unflattering or an awkward arm hanging out can look terrible and ruin the photo! Jonelle's guidance made a huge difference in how my pictures turned out. The photos were much more flattering and natural-looking too, when compared to the pictures I take myself. I realized the whole experience includes the photographer's ability to guide her subjects well, which Jonelle was just great at. Also to note, my husband, who really does not like to take pictures, said Jonelle helped him feel comfortable being photographed. She also got a large variety of shots and in different backgrounds, even in a 1-hour shoot, much more than I thought possible. Also, just so people know, professional photographers edit photos afterwards for lighting, etc. Jonelle's editing, in my view, preserves the color and natural lighting. You can see for yourself. I really like this about her photos, because it seems that some other photographers do a more Instagram-like look (more faded). While it is a style preference of course, I like the more realistic/natural look. Overall, Jonelle went above and beyond to make sure I was happy with my photos. If I am ever so lucky to be photographed again by Jonelle, I would most definitely do so. We will cherish our photos for our lifetimes. This was one of the best gifts I have given myself and my husband. Thank you so much, Jonelle! read more

Use Jonelle for any of your Maui photography needs! I set up a time, date and location ahead of time with her to capture the moment of my engagement in Paia and she really helped us to make it special. She actually helped me plan out all of the details over the phone months before we visited. She was already at the location when we arrived and did an amazing job of blending in so my future fiancee never suspected that she was there to shoot us. She captured some incredible shots from the moments before, during and after I popped the questions. This was all followed by an impromptu engagement photo session on the beach afterwards in which she had us in various poses. She sent me a few of the 'best' photos (they were all really good) very quickly, because of course they had to be announced over social media! Overall, she was a joy to work with and really brought a fun and positive energy to the entire process. We'll cherish these photos for the rest of our lives! Thanks Jonelle!! read more

Working with Jonelle was a phenomenal experience! She communicates and provides the details leading up to the photo shoot. Not being from Maui, we relied solely on phone calls and emails to coordinate the actual date, and everything was flawless the day-of. I would recommend Jonelle and Wailea Photography to anyone looking for great sunsets and a quick turnaround for photo production. She gives direction well, has a ton of great props and adds value with her creative vision. Looking forward to working with her again in the near future! read more

Jonelle was a referral from a photographer we planned on using who was unavailable for our wedding day/time. She answered on the first ring and was super friendly. Unfortunately, she was not available for our wedding shoot(she just booked the slot 20 minutes prior to my call). Even though she was not able to film our wedding she asked if she could help out with our trip in any way. I asked if she knew how to find discounted hotels/condos in the area. She told me of different websites to find deals and even took 10 minutes to do the search for me!!! Even though we weren't able to use her, as she was booked, I would highly recommended using Jonelle based on her work on her website and how she makes the extra effort to help in any way possible . Even though it was no benefit to her. read more

Jonelle was amazing! We did the sunset package and split it into half couple pictures and half family photos. We had to reschedule due to weather and it was still a bit windy during our shoot but the photos turned out beautiful! I'm so glad we chose her as our photographer. read more

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Jonelle is an amazing photographer who absolutely loves what she does. She is the type of person to go above and beyond to exceed her client's expectations. She is responsive, detailed and has energy for days. My husband and I did a Sunset Honeymoon Photo Shoot with Jonelle at the Grand Wailea Property and on the beach. The photos are wonderful and she captured our playfulness as well as some sweet photos for us. She had to work with us some to get us to lighten up and she took her time to make sure she got the perfect shots. Thank you for helping us create some wonderful honeymoon memories. read more

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Jonelle is an incredible photographer and was such a pleasure to work with to take family pictures on the beach in Maui. It was extremely easy to set up an appointment and coordinate the logistics of meeting and what we wanted to capture in our pictures. She was very helpful in helping us choose a location and met us at an incredible beach around sunset. We have two young daughters and Jonelle did a great job of capturing their personalities and making it comfortable for them. They had a lot fun throughout the process and the pictures are incredible! As a family the pictures are the best we have ever seen. Jonelle's talents as a photographer are impressive and her ability to capture the setting, light and atmosphere resulted in memories that we can now keep and share through her pictures. Her creativity in having our daughters make silly expressions and reactions are some of our favorite pictures. Jonelle exceeded all of our expectations and was extremely helpful throughout the process from start to finish. She even had great recommendations on restaurants, activities and places to visit. She is extremely talented and friendly and is one of those people you want to work with as a genuine good person! Next time we make it out to Maui, we will definitely be calling Jonelle for another family photo session. I would highly recommend giving Jonelle at Wailea Photography a call for your photography needs! read more

By far, the absolute best money we spent on our vacation to Hawaii! From setting up the session to receiving the images, the entire process was seamless and speedy! Not to mention, affordable! Jonelle was amazing with our family (which included a jet-lagged, nap-needing 10 month old)! We all felt very comfortable in her hands. We could not be more pleased with the results! She captured our family perfectly - she is truly talented! We absolutely love our photos and will cherish them for always. I would definitely recommend Jonelle to any and everyone looking to commemorate important life events and more! Such amazing work - THANK YOU!! read more

I would highly recommend Jonelle and Wailea Photography. We worked with her for our sunset maternity shoot during our babymoon and she was great throughout the entire process. She recommended a great part of the beach not far from our hotel and was able to get shots not just of the beach/ocean but captured some great pictures with greenery and flowers in the background too. She was also very easy going and super fast in turn around time. She got us the pictures in less than a week. She's been doing this for years and you can tell in the quality of her photos and locations. If you're looking to capture a special moment you won't go wrong with Jonelle. read more

The photos turned out absolutely incredible and are being displayed in our home. Jonelle cares about every detail of your photos. She picks the best locations and times and even gives you pointers about what to do and what not to do in certain poses. For example, she gave my instruction on how to make my arms look slimmer by placing them a different way. I was then able to use a lot of these tips to help me in my wedding pictures the next day. Jonelle was such a blessing to my husband and me. We were out on the beach the night before our wedding watching the sun set when we saw a photographer setting up for what was about to be a gorgeous photo shoot. After about 20 minutes of watching her get everything just right she came up to us and asked if we were celebrating any particular occasion. We told her yes, we would be getting married tomorrow. She then informed us that she was all set up to do a photo shoot of a couple but they has just called to cancel because it was to windy. Not wanting to waste a beautiful back drop and having already prepared for the shoot she asked if she couple take a few photos of us. Little did she know that we didn't have the chance to have engagement photos taken and she was making that dream come true. She did such an excellent job capturing our excitement and love for what was about to be the biggest moment of our lives. Within a few hours she emailed us the photos and wished us well at the wedding. Needless to say, we want no one but Jonelle to take our one year anniversary pictures this month. When contacting her she knew exactly who we were and was ecstatic to have us return for her to capture for another memorable moment. We look forward to our return to Maui and to more of Jonelle's great photography!! read more

I am a firm believer in reading reviews before i hire anyone . I am also a believer in being honest with feedback whether its good and bad. In this case Jonelle and Wailea Photography was AMAZING. First and foremost Jonelle was very easy to work with from long distance. We were going to Hawaii on a trip and so we had to coordinate everything Ohio. She was quick with email responses and she knew the area so she set up the shoot in a location that was convenient to where we were staying.I also found her prices to be very reasonable. Many things in Hawaii are expensive and it was refreshing to work with someone that was affordable but that truly has a passion and eye for photography. The day of our shoot we had so much fun with Jonelle . She was laid back, easy to work with and let us be ourselves. She worked with the sunset and did not set a timer from start to finish. Many photographers do that and will not go a minute over. We got our proofs/pictures not even a week after we took them.Jonelle did an amazing job with our engagement pictures. WE are so happy with he work we cant wait to blow them up and put them on our wall. I am someone who loves taking pictures and capturing moments. I am extremely picky. That being said I would highly recommend Jonelle for anyone who wants pictures while visiting Maui. She is professional, responsive, easy to work with and her pictures are amazing. Thanks for capturing the essence of who we are as a couple and putting our love story into pictures. Next time we are in Maui we will be coming back for more pictures. read more

The reviews for Jonelle and Wailea Photography are spot on! I contacted Jonelle based on YELP reviews to photograph our wedding (you know that can be hit or miss). Well, we hit the jackpot. It was a complete pleasure working with her. Jonelle is professional, personable and has a passion for her art that shows in the details. She engaged our guests and we ended up with photographs that exceeded our wildest dreams. Our package included 250 photos but she gave us 390+ photos that captured every detail of our wedding. read more

My husband and I had an amazing experience with Jonelle and Wailea Photography. My maternity pics turned out so beautiful, thanks to Jonelle's skill and artistry as a photographer. Initially, I felt self-conscious taking maternity pictures, but once we got started I couldn't help having fun due to Jonelle's easy going, friendly, and fun personality. Just a great overall experience with beautiful pictures and a very reasonable price. Jonelle is very accommodating and talented, and she will give you an amazing photo shoot experience! read more

Book your Hawaiian photo session with the BEST Maui photographer, Jonelle!! We stayed at the Grand Wailea and Jonelle knew exactly where to direct us to capture beautiful family photos on rock formations; sunset sky in the background; with the sun shimmering across the water; beaches with palm trees; all with nice lighting equipment for perfect professional portraits. Jonelle includes photo editing for your best shots, she removed people in the background for our Christmas card that I didn't even see until she pointed it out. She's a very sweet lady to work with and we are so happy she was available for us. Highly recommend. I found through googling Maui photographers and soooo happy I found Jonelle! read more

Jonelle exceeded our expectations for our maternity photoshoot. She was so flexible in accommodating and finding a new photography setting when our original location had gloomy rainfall and worked with our tight Maui vacation schedule. She made taking pictures very fun, natural, and comfortable, we love all the poses she created for us. We absolutely love how our pictures came out and the style of the end product she produces. We are so happy we chose her to shoot this special moment in our lives. read more

We were so lucky to find Jonelle to take our family photos and senior pictures for my daughter during our vacation. She was tremendously accommodating and very prepared to help us get just the right pictures to commemorate this vacation. She was patient, creative and fun to work with which made the experience special. The photos exceeded my expectations and have helped ensure this was a vacation to remember. Don't hesitate to book Jonelle! read more

I'm so happy we picked Jonelle to take our daughter's senior photos & our family portraits. I thought it would be a lovely way for my daughter to remember her senior photos to be taken Maui. Jonelle was wonderful. She has this was of making you feel comfortable in front of the camera. If you have kids, she works with them to fun things like jumping in the air. Did I mention she was will to drive an hour to us. Now that's service;) Can't wait to come back to Maui to have our photos taken again. read more

I could not of asked for a better photographer then Jonelle! When coordinating from the "Mainland" it can be tricky but not with Jonelle. She called me and was very warm and encouraging over the phone. I liked her right away. I felt like this was a very important day and she captured in better than I had even expected was possible. She is very comfortable and makes the whole process very easy. We had so much fun with her! Do not hesitate Jonelle and Wailea Photography are the best! She over exceeded my expectations and I always have high expectations! read more

OK.. we have had professional photography numerous times, but none matched the skill, creativity, patience and professionalism of Jonelle. She responded to our request with one day notice, met us on Wailea beach at sunset and did an incredible job shooting creative and fun shots of our family (8 adults and two children 4yrs and 1 1/2 years) We had a blast and Jonelle was more than a photographer.Her skill, joy and fun loving approach created an incredible album of photos that just blew us away. We highly recommend Jonelle , Dont waste your time looking for someone better read more

Jonelle was an absolute joy to work with. Our photo shoot was tailored to our s and our guest personalities. She was gracious with her time prior finding out what we wanted, and explaining all the technology of modern photo shoots to me (I fear I'm hopeless). The shoot was fun personal and the results more than I could hope for. My only complaint is there were too many wonderful pictures to choose from! Again Jonelle came to my rescue and helped me create the perfect wedding book. One word PERFECTION! Okay, five more - a joy to work with. read more

The stars aligned and we were lucky to be recommended to Jonelle for our family beach pics. I will no longer worry about trying to capture every single moment of our family vacation - I'll just book time with Jonelle every visit so we are assured many amazing pictures! Our kids loved her and you could see how comfortable they were in all the shots. Jonelle you have a true gift! read more

My wife and I got pictures done on our honeymoon in Maui. I found Jonelle based on other reviews online, and I am very happy that I chose her. We did a one hour session at Kapalua Bay, and she was a blast to work with. We got great portraits in front of the sunset, fun pictures, and even a picture for our thank you cards for our wedding (her idea). The pictures all came out great and were e-mailed to me before I even left Maui. Jonelle was incredibly helpful as I planned the surprise photo session from 5,000 miles away. She gave great advice not only for the photo session, but also for other restaurants/things to do in Maui. She was a great local resource. I would highly recommend using Jonelle if you are looking for a photographer in Maui. read more

Our family booked a photo shoot with Jonelle (Wailea Photography) and we are so happy that we did. She had such a great energy and excitement during the shoot. We ended up with a ton of awesome pictures. I highly recommend Wailea Photography if you are looking for some great pictures in Maui. read more

Jonelle was a dream to work with! We were in Maui for our wedding which was supposed to be on the beach at sunset in Makena. Due to rainy weather we had to move it. She called me early in the day and started scouting out other locations, tracking the weather and working with our justice of the peace to ensure we would have an alternate location to fit out needs. She went above and beyond what was required of her and when the rain stopped at the end of our ceremony at our alternate location she put my husband and I in her car, raced us to a local beach so we could have those beach wedding photos we wanted. You will not be disappointed if you choose Jonelle.. read more

Jonelle, you blew us away with the photographs you took of our family. This was our 25th Wedding Anniversary and we returned to Maui for the first time since we got married. We wanted to commemorate the event with a family photo shoot. I found Jonelle through a search for Maui Photographers and now know that it wasn't just happenstance that we found her to do our family photo shoot. She did a tremendous job and captured the environment and our family in words we can't describe. Just amazing work! Jonelle has a great personality and we wanted her to do another shoot a few days later and she was able to schedule us. She did a mermaid shoot of our daughter which was the highlight of our daughter's trip to Maui and one she'll never forget! Jonelle took so many incredible shots that we do not have enough wall space in our home to display all of the photos we want to get printed. We look forward to having Jonelle take more family photos for us in the future and I would highly recommend her for anyone visiting Maui and Texas! Mahalo! read more