About
Miguel takes his artistic perspective from a combination of influences - from being born and raised in Hawaiʻi , reading manga and fantasy novels growing up, videogames that explore settings like Cyberpunk and Post-Apocalyptic, being a part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community - and mixes them into something unique and all his own.
He strives to always make clients laugh and to have a fun experience, rather than just a fun photo session, and making sure everyone feels comfortable. No matter what the genre, his clients always remember not just the candid laughs that were had, but also the level of artwork created in the process that they receive afterwards.
Testimonials
“My fiancé and I made an impromptu decision to tie the knot while vacationing in Maui...Given the circumstances, we would have settled for a passerby with an iPhone, but Judge Loo referred us to Miguel Morales Photography. He showed up at the venue with less than a day’s notice, a list of all the shots he planned to take, and the enthusiasm of someone who genuinely loves what they do. His speed and professionalism were top-notch; we had our wedding photos four days later and they were amazing!”
—Michelle & Todd
“Miguel brings a great deal of encouraging and enthusiastic energy as a photographer. I have had the privilege of shooting with him a few times during Maui Comic Con and he makes it very easy to express myself. It helps a great deal that he produces quality work. Mahalo for working with me Miguel!!”
—Olivia
“I've been working with Miguel for almost half a year or more and ne never disappoints ☺️ very sweet and punctual which is a major plus for me. When you're stumped on poses, he always got some ideas ready. Even his test shoots are phenomenal 😍 and I will keep on continuing to work with him ❤️🔥 he is a must have photographer 📸”
—Edelyn
“Miguel was a pleasure to work with! He made me feel super comfortable and it was an ease to work with him. I'll definitely be hitting him up the next time he's on O'ahu!”
—Mariah
“Miguel volunteered to take pictures for Roots Reborn’s first Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) event. This event was planned to honor those who passed during the Lahaina wildfire.
Miguel did an amazing job! He is very talented and also dressed up to celebrate. He is super friendly and made everyone feel super comfortable when their picture was taken.”
—Alejandra
“Miguel captured my surprise engagement and was absolutely phenomenal! The pictures turned out beautiful, and I Iove his editing style. The photos captured so much emotion and we felt so comfortable working with him.”
—Kendra
“Miguel was amazing to work with. He was so patient, kind, and thoughtful in the entire process. Trust me, between choosing a location and deciding between sunrise or sunset. He didn’t waiver - just a great attitude towards helping me make the decision to capture my dream photos. He captured the best photos of our family - especially our little man. The posing and genuine laughs he captured are forever being printed and put on the walls in our home. We are so grateful to have found Miguel 😊”
—Laura
“I’ve had the opportunity to shoot with Miguel on multiple occasions now and have NEVER had a negative experience. His vibrant personality and welcoming demeanor make it virtually impossible to feel self-conscious in front of his lens. He does incredibly well at complimenting you and fostering an environment of confidence while also being very respectful of any insecurities you may have.
Even though he makes you comfortable enough to feel like you’re with an old friend, he never lacks in professionalism.”
—Mahe
“Working with Miguel has been so much fun, as well as a huge learning experience for me. He’s always making the best jokes, and talking stories, and overall makes you feel comfortable while shooting (literally the best hype person). Thank you Miguel for always shooting with me, and for all the tips, tricks and advice that come along with it; as well as the best photos. I can’t wait for more shoots!”
—Jovin
“I’ve shot with Miguel twice and he is nothing short of aaaamazing! His energy really motivates you and I absolutely love his dark and edgy vibe! As a new model, I’ve never really been into the typical “Hawaii beach girl” shoot with bikini and booty pop (although he slays that too) but he really caters to my witch girl aesthetic and makes me feel incredibly sexy. Miguel really knows how to take his vision and breathe life into it.”
—Shaunessy
“I had the opportunity to work with Miguel on a couple of photo sessions. He is very professional and very diligent when it comes to his work/craft...On many situations he has helped with recommendations on poses/outfits when I wasn’t sure what would work and he always came through with great ideas. Always been a pleasant experience with his genuine kindness, patience, jokes, and professionalism. 100% comfortable working with him, never had any doubts of his photography skills either...”
—Ryan
“Working with Miguel was great. He found me on Instagram and told me that he was in town from Hawaii. He kept it really professional when we were on the phone and I could tell that he was passionate about his work... He also let me bring a few friends for this shoot. I was in awe of his photography and wanted to post his pictures right away and til this day I can’t believe how great his work was even when they were unedited. I can’t wait to see where this leads him!”
—Jade
“Miguel is so much fun to work with. He got a lot of great shots. He even shared a Japanese superstition with us. After our ceremony, it began to lightly drizzle, he informed us that it’s good luck. He’s such a delight to work with. He’s very professional and so was his assistant. I will most definitely recommend him to all my friends and family should they ever need a photographer.”
—Chante
“Met him randomly at the mall. I found out he was a photographer and we scheduled a spontaneous photo shoot. He did a great job and was very passionate about his work!!! I'll definitely refer him to all our friends and family from California.”
—Michelle
“I've had the pleasure of working with Miguel twice now and always leave a happy customer! The first time was for a wedding and the next for a family photoshoot that including 6 adults and 9 children! Never once did Miguel break a sweat or waver in his patience and kindness, which isn't easy with a large group running in all different directions and grouchy kids! He was always willing to take our input and never turned us down when we asked "just one more photo" Can't wait until we can work with him again!”
—Rene
“Mahalo nui Miguel, for capturing such precious moments! I truly appreciate you being able to work with me on such short notice, working with my budget, and capturing all the memories exactly as I'd hoped you would. I will surely be reaching out to you again in the future!”
—Sade
“Miguel was absolutely a pleasure to work with during our elopement in Maui. He made us feel comfortable and just so easy to be ourselves. Our photos turned out amazing and he did such a great job of capturing the most magical moment of our lives. Thank you, Miguel!”
—Felina
“Miguel took the most beautiful photos of my wedding! He puts a great deal of time and attention to detail in both his photography and editing skills. Miguel also is wonderful at making the entire experience feel natural. None of our photos looked overly posed or cliche. Our portraits were gorgeous, and the candid photos we didn’t even realize he was taking were breathtaking. My husband and I would recommend Miguel 10/10 times, and we are so appreciative of how beautifully he captured our day.”
—Faith
Video Testimonial
"Andrea was able to connect me with Miguel, our photographer, and the two of them were such a great team...these pictures came out amazing, check them out! The best part about this trip was the fact that I was able to bond with my girls, and we had such a great time with Andrea and Miguel!"
- Dekeda / @w.o.d.i.o.s