When to start planning your Surprise Proposal
Recently, I had a conversation with our head proposal coordinator and ninja photographer about how far in advance most partners plan the proposal…..
Preparing for a Secret Proposal
In an ideal world… everything goes according to the plan. This simply isn’t so in real life. We can do as much planning as possible and prepare until our hearts are content, but we also have to accept that things can and will go wrong.
Traveling to Hawaii During Covid-19
The state of Hawaii has evolving entry requirements to make traveling safe for our visitors. This is just a summary from information as of December 28th, 2020, of what you need to know.
The Cinematic Secret Proposal
Surprise Engagements are one of our favorite moments to photograph and plan; so when Hung contacted us to help him plan a memorable proposal on Oahu, we were honored and excited to help him plan his big moment!
Ali’i Kula Lavender Farms, Maui
Typically when you think of the Hawaiian Islands, you dream of blue skies, beautiful beaches, and gentle trade winds; but up in Kula on the island of Maui lays a hidden gem: Alii Kula Lavender Farms. Started in 2001 by Ali’i Chang…
Impromptu Proposal Style Picnic
It was a beautiful, sunny day here on the east side of Oahu! The trade winds lightly danced through the palm trees, birds were singing their sweet songs, the waves gently kissed the sandy shoreline, and the day seemed to scream it was perfect for a picnic!
Kapalua, Maui
Aloha! Its nice to get away from Oahu every now and again. Today’s venue scouting reflections will take you to the island of Maui’s beautiful west side, Kapalua. Filled with several…
A Day At The Chocolate Farm - Oahu
There was a light shower, but the tropical azure blue skies were still gracing the road to the Chocolate Farm in Kaneohe, Hawaii with their gem like colors! My amazing partner and I were headed on another fun filled adventure to the 21 Degrees North Chocolate Farm…
La Pérouse, Maui
Aloha! This week I am back on the island of Maui and enjoying the venue scouting for our couples! Today’s secluded spot is La Pérouse, name for the french navigator Jean-François Galaup comte de Pérouse.
The Perfect Rose Petal Heart In The Sand
For as long as I can remember, and probably before my time as well, rose petals have been associated with love, romance, and beauty! So what better way to enhance a surprise, destination proposal with a large outline of a heart made with rose petals on one of the beautiful Hawaiian beaches?
Waialae Beach, East Oahu
Located on the South shore of the Island of Oahu is Waialae Beach Park. Its right next to the Kahala Hotel and Resort and Waialae Country Club. This hidden gem is one of the best places to get married in Honolulu and about 3 miles east (a 10 minute drive)…
Ehukai Beach, North Shore - Oahu
Located on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii is Ehukai Beach, also known as “Banzai Pipeline.” This beach is famous for holding the Pipeline Masters Surf Contest during the winter months, is a great local surf spot,
Behind The Scenes: Secret Proposal - Oahu
It had been quite a crazy day for me personally, to put things mildly. (I won’t go into any of the insane details, but trust me, it was crazy.) I felt the rush of adrenaline just pounding through my veins shooting a burst of much needed energy through me!
Secret Proposal at Magic Island, Ala Moana Beach Park - Oahu
The island of Oahu is home to many of the most popular attractions in Hawaii. Known as “The gathering place,” there is something for everyone from a melting pot of cultural enrichment, food, fun…
Hawaiian Floral Artistry
Flowers have always been a key part of my life, even from a very young age. The first form of floral artistry that I learned, traces its roots from Hawaiian culture! I remember my grandmother teaching…
Couture Floral Rose Bouquets
There are so many styles and different ways to arrange a simple bunch of roses! The possibilities are endless! That’s the idea that I wanted to capture and showcase! It may seem like just another rose bouquet, to some, but for me it was a…
The Gratitude Project: Building A Healthy Relationship
It’s easy to be incredibly romantic when the relationship is going well, but the true “measure of a partner;” is when issues arise and we don’t see eye to eye! It is learning to sort through the…
Once Upon A Christmas Proposal
It’s now officially the holidays in Hawaii! Thanksgiving is over and Christmas is now properly before us. What does that mean? It means that it was now a fitting time to plot our next project; as our Media Director and I sat down to scheme for this photoshoot…
The Sweets Bar For 2
I feel like in the wedding industry it is more the women imagining, dreaming, and scheming; but I think it’s time to jump start the conversation by reflecting it at point A: the proposal!
Insure, Insure, Insure: The How’s And Why’s Of Insuring Your Engagement Ring
You’ve seen it; those chrome rims, detailed body, brand new slick paint job, leather interior, 0-60 in nanoseconds. You’ve ooohed and aaahhhed, then finally the day arrives when you are able to…