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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 91 times
Serves Honolulu, HI
Background checked
1 employee
9 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2020
Services offered
Photoshoot type
Photo style
Traditional posed
Candid
Artful composition and lighting
Natural or environmental
Wedding photographer also needed
Yes
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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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
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
Shawna C.
May 26, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
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
Sean L.
Jan 30, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
James was absolutely fantastic to work with. He was extremely helpful and responsive when trying to plan my surprise engagement. He met with me prior to the shoot in order to make sure everything was planned perfectly. He arrived nearly an hour early to the shoot to make sure that he was ready to capture the moment. He was very nice, knowledgeable, professional during this entire process. He helped me capture a moment that will last forever. His photography style and editing are perfect. His rates are very good especially for the type of professional work that he is providing. If you are looking for a fun, professional, and dedicated photographer i would recommend James. You won't be disappointing.
Details: Natural or environmental • Candid • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.
Engagement Photography
Tara M.
May 3, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
James did an amazing job finding alternatives for weather related changes. He made it very fun and the my kids felt comfortable. The pictures were better than I envisioned. Delivered great results. Thank you.
Details: Other • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download • Flash drive
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.
