L. Wayne Hancock Studios

Name: L. Wayne Hancock Studios
Address: Honolulu, HI, US
Telephone: +18082506901

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Maui, Hawaii 🏝️🏄🌺🌊📸 My name is L. Wayne Hancock. I'm a simple man originally born in the hills of Kentucky. What I really capture in my images are feelings.

Since February 1996, my calling has been to reside, work, and play in Maui, Hawaii. In addition to spending fun times with my beautiful wife and adorable daughter, photography is my passionate outlet in this crazy world in which we all live. For me, it's difficult to say that I specifically photograph portraits or landscapes. Instead, I endeavor to capture how a person or scene makes my heart feel

at a particular moment (regardless of whatever happens to be in front of my lens.) Yes, I photograph feelings. Seems kind of weird at first, but it's true just the same. This is the best way that I can describe my personal approach to the art of photography.

04/30/2026

A beautiful evening for a stroll to the beach… 🏝️📷

04/25/2026

A walk along the water does wonders for the soul…

04/12/2026

As beautiful as this fallen world is, I believe it pales in comparison to the world that is coming. 🙏🏼

I’ve had a camera in my hand as long as I can remember. I’ve always enjoyed shooting both seascapes and landscapes. This one was a few years ago on a very colorful Maui evening. 🏝️📷

04/10/2026

Happy Aloha Friday!! 🏝️
In shot this image a few years ago flying into Honolulu of a submarine leaving Pearl Harbor. It’s always amazing landing in Honolulu and seeing all of the Naval vessels, as well as the fighter jets, etc. ✈️

01/29/2026

It’s been a habit of mine for decades — to watch the evening light, the cloud formations, VOG in the atmosphere, etc. I’ve gotten pretty good over years to judge whether a sunset is going to be colorful, dramatic or something more simple.

I made this image a couple of years ago after ascertaining it would be a dramatic sunset — and it didn’t disappoint. But, when you live on Maui, very rarely do I say a sunset is underwhelming.

Every location around the world is beautiful in its own ways. I’ve seen and experienced many, but there’s no place like our Maui home. 📷😎🏝️

Wailea, Maui
2023

12/08/2025

Sunset over Kahoʻolawe, Hawai'i
Sunday, December 7, 2025

There’s something powerful about watching the sun set behind Kahoʻolawe — the smallest of Hawaiʻi’s main islands, yet one of the most storied.

Once known as Kanaloa, it served as a center for ancient Hawaiian navigation, training, and spiritual reflection. In the 20th century, the island endured decades of military bombing practice, which left it barren and off-limits to the public.

Today, Kahoʻolawe stands as a symbol of restoration and resilience. Ongoing efforts continue to heal the land, replant native species, and honor the cultural significance this island still holds for Native Hawaiians.

From Maui’s shore, especially at sunset, you can almost feel the quiet strength of this island — a reminder that even places marked by years of abuse can be healed with time, dedication, and love.

We're blessed to live in this land with the people we love. ❤️

12/03/2025

Sometimes we find places on this earth that are so beautiful and serene — places like this, where the water is calm, the breeze is gentle, and everything feels still.

But not every season of life feels that way.
Some seasons feel chaotic… heavy… even a little ugly. We walk through challenges, disappointments, and moments we didn’t see coming. Even when our faith is strong and our roots are deep in Jesus, life can still bring storms.

Yet in every season — peaceful or painful — I find deep comfort in the words of Psalm 23:

“The Lord is my shepherd;
I have all that I need.
He lets me rest in green meadows;
He leads me beside peaceful streams.
He renews my strength.
He guides me along right paths,
bringing honor to his name.
Even when I walk
through the darkest valley,
I will not be afraid,
for you are close beside me.”

No matter what your week has looked like…
No matter what you’re facing or how loud life gets…
He is still our Shepherd. He still leads. He still restores. He still walks with us.

And sometimes all it takes is pausing — even for a moment — to remember that the same God who created scenes like this also holds our lives in His hands.

I shot this photo a few years ago at one of the many falls found on the Twin Falls trail here on Maui. 🏝️❤️📷

11/07/2025

Beautiful time this evening with Mike & Melanie celebrating 25 years! 🎉🏝️📷

09/06/2025

Sometimes the beauty isn’t in the sharp details, but in the soft and dreamy places in between. 🌊✨

This image reminds me that creativity has no rules—just the freedom to see what the Creator has already placed before us in a new light. 📸

08/29/2025

🏝️Happy Aloha Friday! 🌺

Grateful for another beautiful day here on Maui. May your weekend be filled with peace, joy, and good company. Take time to breathe, smile, and enjoy His blessings all around you.

📷❤️

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Honolulu, HI

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+18082506901

Website

http://www.lwaynehancock.com/

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