I'm lily, the person behind the lens

I'm based on the Big Island of Hawaii, but available for travel to the other islands
A bride and groom share a loving glance while walking along a columned pathway.

Aloha! I'm Lily Salonga. I grew up in Boise, Idaho, and now I live in Hawaii with my husband! We were married in August 2024 in the Laie, Hawaii Temple on Oahu. We both attended BYU-Idaho, where I graduated with an associate's degree in general studies, and he will graduate with a bachelor's degree in construction management at the end of 2025. The Big Island is our home, and we love it!

My love for photography began in high school when I took a photography class. After that class, I loved taking pictures of people and things with my phone. A few years later, while working at Albertsons, my amazing manager gave me one of her extra cameras. I took photos on a trip to Europe and started taking pictures of my friends and family. I loved it! In 2023, I decided to start building my business. Now here I am today! I am still loving every minute!

My Approach

The photos we create at your session are memories frozen in time for you to remember forever. I want to capture your story with natural and timeless edits that will never go out of style.

A diamond engagement ring rests on the toe of a worn brown leather cowboy boot in a creative wedding photo composition.

timeless

Curated details
Couple showing off engagement ring with diamond solitaire by the ocean, viewed from behind.

Storytelling

Through composition
A couple in casual attire sits close together outdoors sharing intimate moments in a romantic photoshoot series.

Natural colors

And soft editing
Meet my lovely family

They are my backbone, i couldn’t do this without their support

My parents raised to be the person I am today and have supported me throughout this journey. My amazing husband loves and supports me everyday and is the best assistant.

1.
A happy couple poses for their wedding portrait in front of a grand white temple with flowering gardens.

Anjo Salonga

My Husband
2.
Two people standing together on cobblestone plaza with ornate stone column and buildings.

shane Ricks

My dad
3.
Two people walking along waterfront promenade with historic covered bridge in background.

stephanie Ricks

My mom
Explore my portfolio
A figure in a white top and flowing yellow skirt poses along a rocky volcanic beach shoreline with mountains in the distance.

Portraits

Hand holding a cascading bridal bouquet of white hydrangeas, baby's breath, and trailing green amaranthus on black background.

Wedding

Couple sharing a romantic kiss on a sandy beach, man holding white flowers, both wearing blue outfits with ocean backdrop.

Couple