Words from Those I've Captured

I cannot recommend Grant Uchida enough! Grant filmed and edited my Elevate Your Pageant Stage Presence course, and the quality was absolutely incredible. His eye for detail, creativity, and professionalism brought my vision to life in the best way possible. I also work with him for Miss International Hawai‘i, and every time he delivers outstanding photography and video work that truly captures the glam and sisterhood of our pageant. Grant is not only talented behind the camera but also a joy to collaborate with as he makes the entire process seamless and fun. If you’re looking for someone who can combine artistry with technical skill, Grant is the person to trust

Grant is an incredibly talented photographer and videographer with a unique ability to capture the magic of a wedding from start to finish. He beautifully documented not only the big moments, but also the joy, personality, and special energy of our families and guests.

Having worked with Grant during past family occasions, we were thrilled to collaborate with him again for our wedding. We truly value his creativity, attention to detail, and his calm, go-with-the-flow approach. He understood our vision perfectly and delivered exceptional results, with an impressively quick turnaround on edits.

Communication with Grant is always seamless—he is responsive, reliable, and follows through on every detail. During what can be an overwhelming time leading up to the big day, his professionalism and organization gave us so much peace of mind.

We always appreciate working with Grant. His warm, personable nature combined with his consistency and professionalism makes him someone we wholeheartedly recommend.

Grant is an AMAZING photographer!! Not only is he sooo talented behind the camera, but truly makes the experience of working with him so fun and so enjoyable. He’s very detail-oriented and will look into the little things before you even notice. 

I’ve also seen his work at different events, which is also absolutely amazing! He captures all the beautiful in-between moments between everyone, whether it is through photos or video. His eye for capturing these moments truly allow you to remember these memories more fondly than if it were with any other photographer. 

Whether you’re looking to find someone to take BOMB professional headshots of you, or to have someone capture the most intimate events for your special occasion, Grant will always be my recommendation 10000%. His work and the experience of working with him makes it all worth it. 

Working with Grant has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my journey. Among all the photographers I’ve met in Hawaii, he stands out for his creativity, professionalism, and gift for storytelling through both photography and videography.

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What makes Grant exceptional is his ability to make you feel present rather than posed, capturing emotion and meaning in every frame. I had the privilege of traveling with him to the Philippines, where his adaptability and artistic eye brought every moment to life.

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Grant’s calm presence, patience, and vision create a space where anyone can feel comfortable and confident. I’m deeply grateful he’s been the one to capture my journey as Mrs. Hawaii United USA! Each photo tells a story, and through his work, he’s told mine beautifully.

If you are looking for professionalism, a fantastic turnaround time and a great digital product — Grant is your man. I brought him on as the official photographer & videographer for the Miss International Hawaii Organization in 2024. I have worked extensively with him since then and can truly say he has become an integral part of our org. He is a team player and great at giving creative input. What I like most though is that he is pleasant and uplifting to be around, always bringing with him a positive attitude no matter what challenges might pop up unexpectedly.