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a magazine that celebrates the romance of the pacific
Visionari’s Hiko Arasaki, Jon Lagon and Mike Joy bring a fresh new perspective to the world of wedding photography. Their inimitable style has given them international attention in their field.
Carmen Emerson-Bass received her formal training at the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco, and studied at the Wilton School of Cake Decorating and Confectionary Art in Chicago. She continued her training with famous cake designer Collette Peters at the Notter International School of Confectionary Arts. Carmen’s creative sense of style makes her cakes extraordinary works of art.
Yvonne Chapman’s modern vision of floral design gives her creations an edge. Her fresh approach captures the imagination through the senses with unique combinations of texture, color, and fragrance.
Award-winning photographer David Miyamoto has a talent for capturing the unforgettable moments—both traditional and untraditional. A commercial background gives him an advantage as one of the rare photographers able to produce fine portraiture with photojournalistic detail.
Jacque Rojas brings out the natural beauty in our models with flawless makeup and sophisicated styling. She is recognized among the top professionals in her trade and has been a Pacific WEDDINGS contributor since 2001.
Japan-born photographer Chrissy Lambert is well known for photographing local celebrity weddings and events. She studied at the International Center of Photography where she apprenticed with top New York photojournalists to cultivate her natural creative eye.
Carolee Higashino is CEO of A White Orchid Wedding, Inc., recognized as one of the top wedding and event coordination firms in Hawai'i. Carolee has an amazing creative talent for making each occasion unique.
Evan Morita has created stunning designs that enchanted the patrons at the 2005 Ballo Italiano Opera Ball, the 2006 Hawai'i Theatre Center’s Carnavale extravaganza and the 2007 Tuxes and Tails event. He is currently the preferred floral designer for the Kahala Hotel and Resort.
Christiaan Phleger and Lexi Mackenzie focus their talents on producing fine handcrafted black and white wedding portraits. Their moment-oriented style and photojournalistic approach make them two of the most sought after photographers in the U.S.
Debbie Hemingway’s exquisite taste, fresh approach, and versatility have made her one of Hawaii’s most sought-after florists. Her designs have graced the grounds of the prestigious Kahala Resort for the past eight years.