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Tad Craig Photography bio picture

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: Gannon’s Restaurant Maui

A Gannon’s Affair in Wailea.

Rebecca tried to cancel her first date with Geoff because she was too nervous (and the season finale of The Bachelor was airing). She told him she was too busy and tired but he convinced her they would just meet briefly since it was a work night for both of them. They made it home around 3:00 am after talking on a bench by a lake all night. Geoff eventually proposed on that same bench a little over a year later and the rest is history!
Just two years later, they said their “I Do’s” to each other at the stunning Gannon’s Restaurant overlooking the Pacific Ocean! With their family & a few closest friends, they united as ONE and had blast along the way!

My very best to Rebecca & Geoff. Have a Fantastic life together! Tad

Wedding coordinator: Nicole Schindler
Ceremony site: Gannon’s Pacific View Restaurant ( lower wedding knoll)
Reception site: Gannon’s upper pond
Hair and makeup: Salon Grande – Grand Wailea Hotel
Officiant: Valentine Rosete
Wedding shoe designer: Kenneth Cole
Wedding dress designer: Galina Signature
Jewelry: Gifts from friends
Musician: Tarvin Makea
Caterer/cake: Gannon’s Restaurant, Wailea, Hawaii
Groomsmen apparel: Jos. A. Bank

May 15, 2012 - 11:37 AM Tad - Thank you very much Brandi.

May 8, 2012 - 4:42 PM Brandi hodges - Tad, your pictures are phenomenal! You have an amazing talent to capture beautiful details in priceless moments.

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!

Jennifer & Mike’s Intimate Maui Wedding

This was a great little wedding up at Gannon’s Restaurant overlooking the pacific. The lighting was especially beautiful & of course the bride was positively “glowing”. Jennifer’s bubbly personality was especially contagious & both her & Mike had me cracking up all the time. Enjoy the shots & big congratulations to Jennifer & Mike!

Ritchie & Shoon are Just Maui’ed


OMG, Ritchie was so excited about her big day & it was written all over her face. She married her high school sweet heart after 10 or 12 years. Quite amazing! Once again I had a great time shooting up at the upper knoll @ Seawatch in Wailea. Both of their friends & families were fantastic Enjoy the pictures!

Nicole & Ryan marry @ Gannon’s Restaurant Maui

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Vivian & Jeramiah at The Gannon’s Restaurant