What could be more perfect then a mid-summer wedding on a tropical island, at a magical place in the Hawaiian islands called Queen Emma’s Summer Palace? Well everyone knows we absolutely LOVE Hawaii venues! We couldn’t have been more excited when our clients Miho and Jason approached us about photographing their wedding. This beautiful retreat is hidden under an array of palm trees and luscious green shrubbery located in the Nu’uanu Valley . It was home to the great Queen Emma and her husband King Kamehameha IV as well as their son Prince Albert Edward, during their summers between 1857 and 1885 . The Palace is also known as “Hānaiakamalama.”

My clients Jason and Miho met in Hawaii. Jason is currently in the Navy and from California and and Miho is originally from Japan. Miho and Jason flew their families and friends out from Japan and California to be a part of their intimate wedding at the Queen’s Summer Palace in Honolulu Hawaii on July 9th 2016.

Miho and her Bridesmaids kick off the day over at the Aston Beach Front Waikiki Hotel and Resort. Guests enter the Terrace for the intimate secluded Hawaiian wedding.

A Hawaiian water blessing is held, also known as ‘Ola I Ka Wai,’ during the ceremony. Jason and Miho exchange their vows. Shortly after the kiss seals their ceremony. Guests make their way to the Emmalani Hale to enjoy pupus and cocktails. Soon after, dinner is served by the amazing Hawaiian Fresh Farms catering and decor company! As you can see, pork was on the menu and might we add, delicious!

Moving scenes to the dance floor, Miho and Jason enjoy their first dance. The night continues on…Congratulations to Miho & Jason!