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About
My name is James, I’m a full time professional wedding photographer in the state of Hawai’i for over the last 9 years.
I originally got started with family portraits back in 2017 when I first launched my business. Since then, I’ve captured over a 1000+ families and couples living in or visiting the island of O’ahu.
I spend most of my days now shooting weddings and elopements but I love making time couples and family shoots when I can!
If you're looking for someone to guide, pose, direct, and ensure you look your best in every photo, then look no further. I prefer a candid but structured approach to my photography to make sure it's a fun experience as well as a memorable one with every photo we capture together.
Overview
Hired 94 times
Serves Honolulu, HI
Background checked
1 employee
9 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
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2020
Services offered
Photoshoot type
Photography style
Traditional
Candid
Artistic
Natural
Photoshoot location
Outdoors
Home
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Tammy R.
Sep 22, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
We loved the location even though the weather wasn’t too great. We celebrated our friend’s 30th birthday and wanted to have something special to remember our time in Oahu. James was the best at putting us all at ease and helping us pose for the best possible pictures. I would definitely recommend him to everyone.
Details: Family or children's portrait • Candid (captured in the moment) • Outdoors • Physical proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.
Portrait Photography
Ryan S.
Jul 9, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
We love James - We had the opportunity to work with him back in 2022. He is an amazing and experienced photographer. We'd love to have him take our pictures again.
Details: Couples portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.
Portrait Photography
Aline B.
1 month ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
James elevated our corporate event by constantly capturing important moments of our event. He went above and beyond. The end results of our photographs were absolutely stunning and captured the emotions of our guests and speakers. We would hire again!
We bought a session with James Edens Photographg for our daughter’s maternity photos and they turned out beautifully! He did a wonderful job and we would highly recommend. Thank you for the beautltiful memories!
Details: Maternity portrait • Outdoors • Flash drive • Album or photo book • CD / DVD • Digital or online download • Physical proofs and prints • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Portrait Photography
JILL L.
Jun 24, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Jimmy was great overall. He was professional, responsible, and provided excellent value for the money. He communicated well throughout the project, completed the work as promised, and made the entire process easy. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for quality work at a fair price.
Details: Other • 50 - 99 guests • Outdoors
Wedding and Event Photography
Credentials
Background Check
James Edens
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Typically I'll offer a cash discount on my rates.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
First we figure out what you're looking to capture and why.
After that I have a multitude of sample galleries to go through with my clients to help pick a location that they absolutely love.
Then we pick a date and time that works best for what were hoping to accomplish in our session together.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I got into photography my freshman year of college at UH Manoa back in 2010, graduating with a degree in Journalism. This translated into a more documentary and candid approach to my work, even though it wasn't until 2017 that I started my business and focused more on photography.
