Jim Beam - Bartender Series

I was hired to take portraits of various mixologist in the Honolulu area for Jim Beam.

Capturing a Prohibition-Era Mood: Jim Beam Mixologist Portraits in Honolulu

As an Oahu commercial photographer, I was recently commissioned to create a series of portraits for a special Jim Beam event hosted in Honolulu. The project centered around photographing some of the area's top mixologists in a style that paid homage to the Prohibition era—a dark, moody, and cinematic look that would perfectly complement the event's overall theme.

The portraits were crafted to feel authentic, textured, and atmospheric, drawing on vintage inspirations while still maintaining a clean, professional polish suited for modern marketing. Working closely with the event's marketing agency, we set up a studio-style shoot that emphasized dramatic lighting, period-appropriate styling, and a subtle sense of storytelling. Each featured mixologist was photographed in character, often holding a glass of whiskey or caught mid-moment, evoking the speakeasy spirit of the 1920s. The final imagery was used across promotional materials for the event, helping set the tone and build anticipation for an unforgettable night celebrating craft cocktails and the enduring legacy of bourbon.

If you're looking for a commercial photographer in Honolulu who can bring a creative concept to life—whether for branding, events, or promotional content—I'd love to collaborate. Bringing strong visuals and intentional storytelling together is what I specialize in, whether in a studio setting or on location throughout Oahu.