Poipu Sunset Elopement Photography, Kauai

This sunset elopement on Kauai’s South Shore paired Shipwreck Beach with the black lava rocks at Kiahuna. Browse the gallery below, then learn about my Kauai elopement photography.

Couple standing small on a sandy cliff edge above the ocean at sunset, Shipwreck Beach, Poipu, Kauai
Groom nuzzling the bride's forehead with an orange boutonniere, Poipu, Kauai
Groom dipping the bride with her veil flowing on black lava rocks, Kiahuna Beach, Poipu, Kauai
Bride and groom embracing on the sandy cliffs under a blue sky, Shipwreck Beach, Poipu, Kauai
Bride holding an orange and pink bouquet on black lava rocks, Kiahuna Beach, Poipu, Kauai
Close-up of the groom's tropical flower boutonniere and hand on his tan suit, Poipu, Kauai
Bride and groom kissing in front of a rocky cliff on the beach, Shipwreck Beach, Poipu, Kauai
Couple facing each other at the water's edge under a big cloudy sky, Shipwreck Beach, Poipu, Kauai
Bride and groom embracing on the sandy cliffs above turquoise waves, Shipwreck Beach, Poipu, Kauai
Elopement ceremony on the sand with the officiant holding a bouquet between the couple, Shipwreck Beach, Poipu, Kauai
Smiling bride with a bright orange and pink bouquet and black lava rocks behind her, Kiahuna Beach, Poipu, Kauai
Bride and groom standing together on the sandy cliffs above the ocean, Shipwreck Beach, Poipu, Kauai
Groom and bride kissing in a close-up with the ocean behind them, Poipu, Kauai
Bride holding a bouquet on the sandy cliffs facing the ocean waves, Shipwreck Beach, Poipu, Kauai
Tiny bride standing on a golden sandstone cliff above deep blue waves, Shipwreck Beach, Poipu, Kauai
Couple embracing on the sand with waves breaking behind them, Shipwreck Beach, Poipu, Kauai
Couple embracing on black lava rocks at sunset with soft clouds, Kiahuna Beach, Poipu, Kauai
Groom dipping the bride on black lava rocks at sunset, Kiahuna Beach, Poipu, Kauai
Groom holding the bride close on the lava rocks as waves splash behind, Kiahuna Beach, Poipu, Kauai
Close-up of the bride looking down with her wedding ring on the groom's arm, Kiahuna Beach, Poipu, Kauai
Bride and groom standing on black lava rocks by the ocean at sunset, Kiahuna Beach, Poipu, Kauai

Photographing a sunset elopement in Poipu

This elopement paired two very different looks on Kauai’s South Shore. We started at Shipwreck Beach, where golden sandstone cliffs, sandy coves and rolling waves make a dramatic backdrop for the ceremony and portraits.

From there we moved to Kiahuna, where black lava rocks add rich contrast to the white dress and bright bouquet. This is a great pairing for a two-hour session, because you get a big range of photos, and the sunset is even better at Kiahuna since it faces more west.

Planning your own Poipu elopement? Learn more about my Kauai elopement photography, or add wedding videography to relive the day in motion. I would love to help you time the session for the best light.

“Cannot say enough good thinks about Ikaika! We eloped in Hawaii, and he was recommended to us, and it was great intel. He clearly has an eye for detail, walked us through great poses, knew the best time for lighting and location. Just look at his portfolio, his work speaks for itself!”

-Connor (View more testimonials)

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