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Tristan-Ian Messa
Artist with the Royal Ballet Company-London.
Photo: Russell Tanoue
Styling: Russell Tanoue
Location: Honolulu, Hawaii
July 22, 2026
Russell Tanoue’s Annual Birthday Shootout Special!
Russell Tanoue’s Annual Birthday Shootout Special!
🎉 For a limited time, receive 2 looks for only $275 (regularly $350).
Makeup & hair not included.
📅 Offer valid through July 31, 2026.
Your session must be booked by the end of July to receive this special birthday pricing.
I can’t wait to see you in front of the camera and help you celebrate your next chapter with confidence.
Happy 250th 4th of July, America!
Today we celebrate more than fireworks, parades, and traditions.
We celebrate the freedom to dream…
the courage to serve…
the opportunity to build a better tomorrow…
and the blessing of living in a nation where hope continues to inspire generations.
As we gather with family and friends, may we also remember those who sacrificed so that we could enjoy the freedoms we often take for granted.
My wish for our country is simple:
May we continue to pursue peace with one another, kindness toward one another, and gratitude for the liberties we share.
Wishing everyone a safe, joyful, and meaningful Independence Day.
Happy 250th Birthday, America!
Always Choose Joy.
— Russell Tanoue
My mission is simple.
My mission is simple.
No matter what’s happening in your life…
or what’s happening around you…
You always have a choice.
And that choice is joy.
Surround yourself with people who keep your joy full…
Then let it overflow into the lives of others.
For more than 10 years, I’ve handed out wristbands to complete strangers that simply say:
Always Choose Joy.
Not because life is perfect…
But because the choice still is.
This isn’t just a wristband.
It’s a reminder.
A conversation.
A decision.
A way of living.
This is my joy.
— Russell Tanoue 💚
Thank you to all of you awesome clients, fans and followers. It’s been over 10 years of 5 stars on Yelp which hits different from any other award or acknowledgements. You all inspire me to continue doing what I do. 2026 here we come!
From the Heart.
To all my clients, friends, family and fans everywhere, I wish you are all keeping your joy FULL. I know these days are not easy for a lot of people from teens to adults. I personally have lost friends through suicide, and it breaks my heart. Which is why I’m always trying to remind people that cross my path that you are ENOUGH. And to always choose joy. Everything will pass just take a step back and breathe. If you or anyone you know is struggling with mental health issues, self-harm or any emergency, please call for help below. Big hug, Russell Tanoue
Emergency: 911
Start your recovery: StartYourRecovery.org
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1- 800-799-7233
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
National Hope line Network: 1-800-SUICIDE (800-784-2433)
Crisis Text Line: Text “DESERVE” TO 741-741
Lifeline Crisis Chat (Online live messaging): https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/
Self-Harm Hotline: 1-800-DONT CUT (1-800-366-8288)
Essential local and community services: 211, https://www.211.org/
Planned Parenthood Hotline: 1-800-230-PLAN (7526)
American Association of Poison Control Centers: 1-800-222-1222
National Council on Alcoholism & Drug Dependency Hope Line: 1-800-622-2255
National Crisis Line – Anorexia and Bulimia: 1-800-233-4357
GLBT Hotline: 1-888-843-4564
TREVOR Crisis Hotline: 1-866-488-7386
AIDS Crisis Line: 1-800-221-7044
Veterans Crisis Line: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net
Trans Lifeline: https://www.translifeline.org – 877-565-8860
Suicide Prevention Wiki: http://suicideprevention.wikia.com
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