Experiences with Steven

  • "Working with Steven was an excellent experience. he took the time to understand my brand and approached the shoot with my natural, earthy aesthetic in mind. his attention to detail, from composition to editing-ensured the final images aligned perfectly with the rest of my content. I really appreciated how intentional he was throughout the process and how seamlessly the photos fit within my brand's overall look and feel."

    — Kepola (@kepoladesignhouse)

  • "When I was studying at UH, he was the only photographer on O‘ahu who truly understood my creative, fashion-forward vision. He consistently delivered high-quality shots while making every shoot feel comfortable and collaborative, it was like taking photos with a best friend. Now, even living in New York and studying fashion, it’s still rare to find that level of trust, professionalism, and genuine creative connection. He set a standard that’s hard to match!"

    - Candace (@candacereina)

  • "I’ve been shooting with Steven for two years now, and he’s hands down one of my favorite Hawaii film photographers to work with. Every session with him is filled with laughter, creativity, and the most effortless vibes. He’s extremely talented, professional, and somehow manages to turn every idea, big or small, into magic on film. Steven is the perfect mix of passion, hard work, and pure fun. I recommend him to all my friends and fellow models because I genuinely look forward to every chance I get to work with him. If you want stunning photos and a great time, @STVNSPIKS is everything!"

    - Claryssa (@claryssamaciel)

  • "Working with steven has been one of the best creative experiences I’ve ever had. I’ve been shooting with him since 2023 and he has always made me feel incredibly comfortable and confident. He is genuinely one of the funniest people to be around, so every session ends up being a great time. His ideas are always so unique and imaginative, and watching them come to life through his photos is truly amazing. Steven’s talent, energy, and passion for what he does make him an absolutely incredible photographer. I can’t recommend him enough."

    - Olivia (@oliviamoonnn)

  • "As a new model, I am always open to any sort of creative shoot with hopes to become more comfortable in front of the camera. Steven's creative eye truly helped me step out of my comfort zone and try something that was definitely "out of the ordinary". He was very communicative and passionate about his project, making sure that I was okay with it, too. I truly enjoyed working with Steven as he taught me to envision myself and the picture I want to paint, then let the photographer handle the rest."

    - Halo (haloyoshiki888)

  • "My favorite thing about shooting with Steven is his ability to adapt to any different kind of environment and any kind of inspiration! He has a strong vision that makes every shoot unique, but also a signature style that always creates stunning photos. I always felt comfortable shooting with Steven because he is genuine with a fun, relaxed personality while always being professional and respectful!"

    - Claire (@claireluehmann)

  • "Steven and I have worked together three times now, but with how exciting and fulfilling our shoots have been, I hope that number grows. Models, especially young and emerging ones, understand that they must be intentional in selecting which photographers to work with. As one of these models, I will, without a doubt, choose to create art with Steven time and time again. He doesn’t just see the model; he sees the art being made together and brings that art to life with an edge and grit unique only to his work. I’ve unfortunately been made to feel objectified and belittled by photographers in the past; those people saw only the end result of the shoot rather than me as a person, who was working alongside them to bring that result to fruition. Steven is not one of those photographers. He and I have established a level of trust and respect for one another’s creativity and capability that I hope all models experience in their careers. Work with the guy!"

    - Keona (@kk4rlz)

  • "It’s really cool to work with Steven, and honestly. It feels like you’re a part of a project and not just a photoshoot. He’s creative with his craft, thinks outside the box and you can tell he cares about his work. Which is something I notice when shooting with him. It’s always a pleasure to be a part of ideas for a shoot."

    - Suhana (@suhanaliedtke)

  • "’ve worked with steven twice now, and honestly he’s amazing! He’s super creative, easy to work with, and always has the coolest ideas. I love how the photos turn out every time, and the vibes on set are always fun and chill. I really love his work and I’m always excited to shoot with him!"

    - Brooke (@brookerabang)

  • "I first shot with Steven in December of 2023. It was a quick film test. Since then, we have shot together more than 10 times for so many different projects and it has been an honor to witness his craft change form. He's taken the digitals that got me booked my first season at nyfw. The editorial fashion projects we work on together are always next level. And the one swim shoot we worked on to diversify my portfolio still stands as my favorite swim photos of all time. Steven lives and breathes photography and creative direction. When he encounters something unfamiliar within this realm, he learns and masters it with speed and attentiveness. I have a lot of respect for him. He is one of very few photographers I trust wholeheartedly and I'm so glad to call him a friend of mine!"

    - Mela (@koko.suno)

  • "I’ve worked with Steven for almost two years now, and he’s truly one of a kind. He’s respectful, funny, kind, and endlessly creative. No matter the project, he makes every shoot comfortable and fun while delivering stunning results every time."

    - Catelyn (@cate.fawn)