Photography
Pursuits: Snap Happy
Photographer Jess Loiterton captures dreamy moments at local breaks.
1,000 Flowers Become Grand Strands
In celebration of Lei Day, admire this impressive piece of lei art by floral designer Kim Scott for Aloha de Mele.
Green Day: Native Plants From a Photographer’s Perspective
In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, we’re highlighting native Hawaiian plants shot by HONOLULU photographer Olivier Koning.
We Tried It: Hawai‘i Selfie Exhibit
Take pictures with giant manapua, play inside a larger-than-life bento box and defy gravity in a topsy-turvy room at this artsy exhibit.
Due North: Brown W. Cannon III Captures North Shore Surf Culture
HONOLULU Magazine Team
A new book by an acclaimed photographer features stunning portraits of surfers and those who gravitate to O‘ahu’s North Shore.
See Student Artists Shine at the Hawai‘i State Art Museum
The 60th Annual Hawai‘i State Scholastic Art Awards Exhibition is now open, featuring the work of 250 award-winning student artists.
Must See: “ʻAi Pōhaku, Stone Eaters” Native Hawaiian Art Exhibit
Explore contemporary works from nearly 40 Native Hawaiian artists at the University of Hawai‘i.
See Maui Artist Noah Harders’ Stunning Surrealist Showcase
His work, now on display at the Honolulu Museum of Art, incorporates flowers, leaves, shells and other materials to create extraordinary masks and headdresses.
Sunny Up Your Outfits with Lola Pilar's New Tropical Hats and Totes
Plus, a gorgeous new collection of photo prints from designer-photographer Kristen Reyno.
The Coolest Spots on O‘ahu for Scenic Holiday and Instagram Shots
Professional photographers share 12 great backdrops, because your same-old staircase is so last year.
Stylish Hawai‘i Instagram Accounts to Follow Now
From photo shoots at exciting locales and the latest fashion and beauty trends, these local Instagram accounts will add tons of cool content to your feed.
Clark Little’s Latest Book Showcases Stunning Ocean Photography
“The Art of Waves” presents a dreamy kaleidoscope of more than 150 images shot from inside and above breaking waves.
Capturing Kānaka Through ManaChrome
Kenyatta Kelechi performs the art of wet plate photography through a uniquely Native Hawaiian lens.
History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: First Academy of Arts Photography Class
The first photography class at the Academy of Arts, currently known as Honolulu Museum of Arts, captured intriguing pics from all around the island.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: HONOLULU’s Third Annual Photography Contest
Here’s a look back at a story that ran in the magazine in July 1981.
Aloha for the ‘Āina: A Curated Collection by Our Photographers In Honor of Earth Month
We asked our photographers, Aaron K. Yoshino and David Croxford, to curate a collection of their work in tribute of Earth Month.
The Best Hawai‘i Zoom Backgrounds for Your Next Video Calls and Meetings
HONOLULU’s photographers David Croxford and Aaron K. Yoshino picked some of their favorite photos so no one has to stare at your wall.
Inside HONOLULU: The Struggles of Photographing Tiny Homes in Hawai‘i
The camera adds 10 pounds and hundreds of extra square feet. So how do you shoot small?
We Can’t Get Enough of the Floral Flat Lays Photographed by Kristen Hook of Lola Pilar
Kristen Hook’s stunning botanical photos are quilt from the ground up.
Hawai‘i Then and Now: Portraits of O‘ahu’s Past
Disappearing Diamond Head, a historic fire in Chinatown and mule-drawn trolleys. We look back ... and forward at Honolulu.
A Day Through the Lens of Local Fashion and Travel Photographer Tommy Shih
From exotic and eclectic to engaging and exquisite, the images local boy Tommy Shih captures are nothing short of amazing.
The Iconic Career of 1960s Fashion Photographer Alma McGoldrick
This photographer lives a life of interesting contradictions.