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Greetings from Beautiful Maui Hawaii

Born in Aspen, and raised in Telluride, Colorado, Tad has 
always had a passion for the outdoors and a reverence for the 
beauty of his natural surroundings.

Tad received his first camera, a Nikon FE2, as a high school 
graduation gift. Since then, he has been obsessed with 
perfecting his craft, constantly pushing himself to create 
better, more beautiful images. He began his career as a sports 
photographer shooting extreme sports in Colorado, Oregon, and 
Hawaii.
                 

The transition from Sports to Wedding Photographer evolved  with the help of three things: A Public Relations degree from C.U. Boulder, years of experience working in Five Star Hotels 
and a solid photography background. Tad skillfully blends 
traditional techniques with spontaneous photojournalism. The 
striking quality of his photographs is rooted in the basics: 
clean, simple compositions, a candid eye toward his subjects, 
and the ability to step out of the way to allow the 
breathtaking beauty of the Pacific speak for itself.

Tad prides himself on treating clients like friends and takes an 
invitation to photograph every event to heart. His professional, 
easy going personality will help make your special day relaxed, 
hassle free, and fun. His creative eye, attention to detail, and 
friendly, approachable nature have made him one of the most sought 
after photographers on the Islands. His gift for connecting with 
people and consistently delivering beautiful images will help turn 
your wedding dreams into reality.
             

Category Archives: Fine Maui Hotels

Holly & Matt’s Sweet Kaanapali Wedding!

Holly imediately had me cracking up when she put on her bright pink cowboy hat. Her radiant smile & excitement for the joyous day was written all over her face! With their closest family & friends by their sides, they spoke from their heart & started their new lives as a couple on Maui’s beautiful west shore of Kaanapali. The Hyatt Regency made for a spectacular back drop & of course the sunset did not disappoint. Actually I can not recall a more beautiful backdrop for a first dance in all the years shooting weddings. Congratualtions to Holly & Matt & thank you for letting me be a part of your special day!

January 10, 2011 - 10:42 AM Tei Byers - Simply breath taking...They are a beautiful couple and the photography work was outstanding!

January 10, 2011 - 10:22 AM Melissa Willburn - Absolutely love the pictures! Tad, thanks for making my daughter's day so stress free and amazing! We are so happy you were available to do the photography~ Frank and Melissa Willburn

Trisha & Eryn marry on the beautiful Polo Beach in Wailea

Getting married in front of the beautiful ocean on one side and The Fairmont Kea Lani Maui Hotel on the other side is just MAGiC! This wedding was elegant, simple, touching and on the beach with their close family and friends! This couple were so in love, you can see it thru the pictures! Thank you for letting me capture those moments! ALOHA!

The Grand Wailea Hotel- Melanie and Randall

This was a beautiful “local” wedding at The Grand Wailea with all their close family and friends. And then, a gorgeous & very fun reception at The Pukalani Community Center. All of their uncles and aunties present, it was a very touching and moving wedding all around!
Thank you very much for letting me be a part of your special day! Congratulations again!

Sarah & Yan just got Mauied!

Everything was beautiful and “Pretty in Pink”! The Keawalai Church was decorated to the “nines” and gorgeous. The pink roses stood, stunning contrast to the red alter behind Yan. Yan patiently waited at the alter for his bride and her fabulous dress! Later on after doing lots of pictures at the church we moved on to Gannon’s for their reception. The theme at the reception was also pink…with pink in just about “everywhere”! Sarah came to me asking if i could get a couple fashion oriented shots in her “second” dress…of course, i told her, when she made her second entry with her new dress was amazed! Well done, Congrats to the both of you!

Vanessa & Joshua’s Spectacular Four Seasons Wedding

I’m so excited about sharing pics from this awesome wedding! Just watching Vanessa & Josh you can see how deeply in love they are with each other. Totally Cool!!! Their day was magical with light fluffy clouds (creating the soft light us photographers are always dreaming about) & flowers everywhere. I loved how their gazebo was decorated & how everything was so detailed. Really Beautiful! Enjoy the pictures!

October 8, 2010 - 3:13 PM Vanessa Rosen - Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! You did an amazing job. I am so happy with the way the photos have come out. You were amazing to work with and made us both feel so comfortable. I cannot wait to see all the other pictures you took. The new Mr. & Mrs. Rosen

Vanessa & Joshua’s details & other fun pics

This wedding @ The Four Seasons Maui had so many beautiful shots that I had to create a second post just to high light the “other” pictures. Enjoy!

Shannon was SO Excited to remarry Tom

When I met with Shannon she was absolutely “GIDDY” with excitement. She remained in her “giddy” state for the entire evening! Her & Tom had been married years before, but had never had the wedding of their dreams. They were finally able to do just that on Wailea Beach in front of The Four Seasons Maui, with their very closest friends & family present. After the breathtaking sunset we walked up to their beautiful reception site on the Four Seasons Lawn. Thank you Shannon & Tom for letting me be a part of your special day. Enjoy the pictures!!!!

Alyssa & Tait’s Amazing Day

Alyssa & Tait interviewed me 2 years ago to cover their wedding. Due to scheduling conflicts, they had to change their original date. Their big day finally came though & was quite amazing! The Maria Lanakila Church in downtown Lahaina is perhaps one of the most beautiful churches in Maui. Their service was about an hour total & after tying the knot, we headed to Olowalu Plantation House for their reception. Olowalu was gorgeous that evening & fun was had by all. Congratulations to Alyssa & Tait!!! Mahalo for letting me be part of your special day!!!

Brianna & Daniel Celebrate Pregnancy with a trip to Maui

I shot Brianna & Daniel’s wedding two years ago at The Fairmont Kea Lani here in Maui! It was a great wedding & I totally connected with them. Fast forward two years & Daniel calls me, telling me that he wants to surprise his pregnant wife with a photoshoot. So as planned, I was locked & loaded in the lobby hidden from her view, until the moment when he told her & I was ready. The first shot you see, is Brianne realizing he was serious about doing a photoshoot. In that picture she is just beginning to understand that it is me with the long lens! Classic! Had a great time working with them again & of course the sunset was SPECTACULAR! All week long the sunsets were “10′s” on the 1- 10 scale! Enjoy!!!

Tiffany & Daniel get Engaged @ The Four Seasons Maui

I met Tiffany & Daniel at The Four Seasons Maui for an engagement session. I absolutely loved her dress & knew the color would stand out in the evening light! They just happened to pick one of the best nights for pictures as the sunset was off the charts gorgeous! Enjoy & great working with you Tiffany & Daniel!!!

March 6, 2011 - 7:12 PM suzanne tivadar - Dress color awesome, but the ring!! OMG