Hawaii-Based Wedding and Portrait

Photography and Videography

Thoughtfully Captured — by Toby Hoogs

Meet, Toby Hoogs

Over the last 20 years, Toby has photographed thousands of events working with countless wedding couples, families, and top international corporations. Six generations born and raised in Hawaii, Toby started his photography business at just 17 years old following in the footsteps of his father, an accomplished Photographer and Fisherman.

Realizing he had a natural talent and ready to learn more, Toby immersed himself in photography in New York where he apprenticed with several top photographers and gained a wealth of experience in the industry and technique. Feeling inspired Toby then decided to return home to Hawaii, where the tropical beauty continues to inspire his art every day. Toby has a special passion for photographing people and thus, weddings and portraits have become among his favorite subjects to capture.

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Featured Weddings

A Closer Look

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Mauna Kea Beach Hotel Wedding

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Jul 28, 2022

Kukio Beach Club Wedding

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Mar 7, 2021

Four Seasons Hualalai Wedding

Mar 7, 2021

What They’re Saying

Testimonials

“Not only did he take amazing photos at our wedding as well as the reception, but he went above and beyond to make sure that everything went smoothly and that I was comfortable.”

“From our first video call, I felt that he knew what he was doing and I could tell he truly lived what he did, and that won me over. He met us in person once we arrived in Hawaii and walked us through everything that would happen on our wedding day. He put me at ease and made me very confident in my decision to choose him for our big day.

I was initially concerned that being a male photographer he wouldn’t position me in the most flattering poses, but every time he took a picture he made sure my veil and dress looked absolutely perfect and not one hair was out of place. I pretty much forgot he was even there. I couldn't believe how perfectly he paid attention to every detail, and I couldn't have been more comfortable with him taking pictures. I was blown away! I wish we lived in Hawaii so he could photograph all the important moments in our lives. Thank you so much, Toby! You are truly amazing at what you do!!!”

— Ashley Baker

“Toby is a luminary in the field of wedding photography. There are people who take pictures and those who earn their living as photographers, however, he is cut from the very finest of cloth.”

“What Toby does exceptionally well is he is able to capture the details of your wedding day. For example, a whale crashed our beach wedding, and Toby took a priceless photograph of my mother just as she was spotting the whale. His photographs are so focused, vivid, and sharp: they just "pop" off the page. Our wedding was small and Toby was able to capture the true and genuine essence of us as well as each of our guests. Ecstatic! That is how we felt when we received our wedding photographs and video! We will treasure our photographs and our videos for years to come.

Additionally, we really enjoyed the time we were able to spend with Toby. Everyone at our wedding was impressed with his energy and easy demeanor. Thank you Toby for a job well done. Highest recommendations!”

— Bobby Rock

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