To tell of Esther and Kenny’s relationship is to tell an international love story spanning over half a decade, full of the drama and excitement of uncertainties, and chance reunions, and jet-setting between Vancouver and New York and Dallas … and confessions of love in a Chinatown alleyway. When we were around them, we couldn’t help but feel their spark and energy, and the sense of peace that comes when a couple is completely vulnerable and comfortable and in tune with each other. Their laughter is contagious, their love genuine, their future bright. We were honored to be photographers for their wedding. 🙂
Wedding photography: Junshien, Sarah; Junshien International
Ceremony and Reception Venue: Four Seasons Hualalai
Hair: Dara Wipp; Mara McMichael from Lilikoi Hair Studio for bridesmaids
Wedding Planner: Jenna Gillis, Four Seasons Wedding Manager
Musician: Clara C
Videography: Moetic Films <– Really awesome international videographers! Always love working with them.
Graphic designer: Yuling Designs
Their wedding took place at the exclusive Four Seasons Resort Hualalai in Kona.
Each table was named after a city Esther and Kenny have traveled to together.
Esther’s white silk flower in her hair was an elegant detail for this tropical destination wedding.
During their first look, Esther and Kenny were surrounded by gorgeous flowers and lush plants.
The rich, magenta color of these bridesmaid dresses looked beautiful against these tropical surroundings.
Esther and Kenny being Esther and Kenny. 😀
We love a barefooted little ring bearer in a suit.
The amazing Clara C was their wedding singer!
Their vows were incredibly genuine and heartfelt …
Photobombed!!!
The reception was held in an intimate garden area of the resort.
Clara C sang both at the ceremony and reception. We love her!
Guess the dance …
A quiet moment for the couple …
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[…] They got married at the beautiful Four Season’s resort Hualalai, on the Kona side of Hawaii’s big island. The Kona side is interesting. When you leave the airport and drive up the main highway you see nothing but lava rock as far as the eye can see, not what one might expect from Hawaii. But Hualalai is tucked away in a nice lush area with beautiful beaches! We had the opportunity to work again with Junshien & Sarah, photographers with Junshien International Photography. They are great people and great photographers! You can check out Esther & Kenny’s photography blog post here. […]