Portrait and Brand Photography from a Working Studio in Chinatown, Honolulu

Pauahi Studio specializes in thoughtful portrait photography and clean, professional brand imagery. The studio is also available for limited rental by photographers and creative teams.

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A young woman with light brown hair holding a large metal bucket filled with colorful flowers, standing in front of a tent with Asian characters on a banner.
A woman with dark hair and a white tank top is holding a large piece of a yellow sponge cake in front of her eye, standing outdoors with lush green foliage in the background.
A dark beverage in a clear glass with purple foam on top, garnished with an orchid, a pineapple leaf, and a black straw, placed on a pink napkin on a white table.
An elderly man with long silver hair and sunglasses is sitting outdoors on a ledge with a chain-link fence behind him, under a partly cloudy sky.
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A white baseball cap with a black brim and black button on top, featuring a black embroidered logo with the words "SYLMETRY" arranged in a grid.
Black and white portrait of a young woman with long hair, wearing a crop top and baggy jeans, sitting on a wooden block against a plain background.
A person with dark, tightly curled hair wearing glasses and a black sweater, holding the glasses with one hand.
Hand holding a box of KOHO artisan assorted chocolates against large green tropical leaves.
Person with short dark hair wearing sunglasses, a white tank top, black pants, and a printed short-sleeve shirt, standing outside a building with a menu poster behind them.
Woman in athletic clothing squatting against a blue background.
Pair of black sunglasses with yellow tinted lenses on a white background.
A young man with curly hair wearing a pink short-sleeve shirt with blue geometric patterns, black pants, white socks, and black loafers, sitting on concrete blocks against a pastel pink, purple, and blue gradient background.
A woman with dark hair and makeup is surrounded by multiple hands adjusting her makeup and accessories. She has winged eyeliner, nude lipstick, earrings, rings, bracelets, and a black floral choker.
A variety of colorful cocktails garnished with pineapple slices on a wooden table at night.
An older man with long gray hair, wearing sunglasses, a white t-shirt, patterned shorts, and beaded necklace, standing outdoors with a large rock formation behind him.
A woman in high heels and black pants poses with her arm raised in front of a plain background.
A smiling couple lies on a netted boat deck, holding a box of Maui Caramacs chocolates, enjoying a sunny day on the water.
Black and white photo of a young man sitting on a wooden stool, with legs spread apart, wearing dark clothing and looking towards the camera.
A cocktail in a coupe glass garnished with green olives, a pickled onion, and an what appears to be a honey-covered snack
A person reaching for assorted colorful chocolates in a box.
A person holding a box of Koho Hawaiian chocolate-covered macadamia nuts with the lid partly open, revealing the chocolates inside.
A woman with dark hair and red lipstick is wearing a beige cardigan and jewelry, standing against a neutral background.
A young girl wearing a Nirvana T-shirt, blue jeans, a necklace, and a blue headband, smiling with one hand near her chin against a white background.
A young man with dark, wavy hair wearing sunglasses, a white Hawaiian shirt with palm trees, beige pants, a black belt, and a gold watch, standing outdoors on a city street.
Woman in a denim shirt and floral pants standing in a rustic outdoor kitchen, eating a snack, with greenery in the background.
A man with dark hair, wearing sunglasses, a colorful floral print shirt, beige pants, and a watch, standing with his hands in his pockets near a vintage blue car on a city street.
A woman in a white t-shirt, black shorts, white socks, and sneakers lying on her back with her legs raised and bent at the knees against a blue background.
Two people on a sailboat named 'Royal Hawaiian' with a blue sky and some clouds in the background. The man is standing on the front of the boat, wearing green swim shorts, and the woman is standing on a netted trampoline platform, wearing a patterned
An older man with long gray hair and sunglasses adjusting his sunglasses, wearing a multicolored plaid jacket, black shirt, and white pants against a beige background.
Close-up of a woman wearing a straw hat with a brown band, with dark hair, earrings, and multiple necklaces.
Three people standing with bikes on a beach, facing the ocean, with other beachgoers in the background under a blue sky.
A man sitting on a bed, smiling, and applying lotion to his leg while holding a glass of drink, in a bright hotel room with white and pastel decor.
A small amber glass bottle of CHANDELIER Layers CL Hair Serum with a white label and black text, and a dropper cap, placed on a white background.

The Studio

Pauahi Studio is a working photography studio located in Honolulu’s Chinatown district. The space is designed for portrait and brand photography, with natural light, professional lighting equipment, and a calm, efficient workflow.

Studio rental is available for photographers and small creative teams.

Studio Details
Minimalist waiting area with a white sofa, several black chairs, a wooden table, and a coat rack in front of large windows; a mini fridge, a trash bin, and a small plant near the window, with a door on the right side.
Photography studio with a white seamless backdrop, chairs, and lighting equipment on a tiled floor.
A room with a large standing mirror, an iron with a cord, a clothing rack with wooden hangers, a wooden box, and part of a chair in the foreground.
A waiting area with four black folding chairs, a white couch, a small refrigerator, a table, a window with blinds, and wall decor.
Photography studio with white backdrop, three chairs, wooden box, and rolling equipment
Minimalist room with large window, black chairs, a small table, a standing mirror, a clothing rack with hangers, a plant on the window sill, and a city view outside.
A person with curly hair stands in an art gallery illuminated with pink and purple lighting, looking at artworks on the wall.
Black and white photo of an art gallery interior with photographs on the wall and an open door leading outside to parked cars.
Three people talking in an art gallery with black-and-white photographs displayed on the walls.
Two people sitting on a bench in an art gallery, looking at black and white photographs displayed on the white wall.
People gathered in an art gallery with purple lighting, viewing paintings on the walls. Some are talking, and one individual is holding a drink.
A group of six people in an art gallery looking at photographs on the wall, with some engaged in conversation and one person touching their hair.
View of an art gallery with framed photographs on white walls and a small table in the background. A sign on the right lists services of a photo studio, with a small illustration of a photographer.
A group of people at an art gallery, with a smiling man in the foreground and two women in the background looking at art photos on the wall.
A large group of people posing and having fun in front of a building at night, some making hand gestures and smiling.
An art gallery with pink lighting, displaying framed abstract artwork on white walls. The gallery has a wooden bench on the left and a large glass window at the back, near the door, with a vent below it. There is a lighting setup on the left side nea
Storefront with purple lighting and a windowed exterior. The door has a sign for Pauahi Street Photo Studio listing services and a small illustration of a person taking a photo.
A person standing outside a store with pink-purple lighting visible through large windows, parked cars on the street, a parking meter, and a bench.
Wooden sign hanging from chains with text 'Pauahi Street' and 'Honolulu, HI' and an illustration of a person taking a photograph.

With over 15 years of experience in studio photography, Pauahi Studio is designed for intentional, well-crafted image making. From individual and family portraits to branding and commercial work, the focus is on quality, consistency, and a relaxed studio experience.

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Whether you’re looking to schedule a portrait session, create brand imagery, or explore studio availability, get in touch to start the conversation.

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