Wedding Proposal
A couple of weeks ago, I had the opportunity to shoot yet another amazing proposal out at Hanalei Bay. I was contracted by Veronika at Ali`i Kauai weddings to be the photographer. Veronika was hired by ‘Brian’ to bring his vision to reality. Brian had the brilliant plan to propose to his girlfriend, ‘Jennifer’, standing amidst flowers on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world as the setting sun lit the sky on fire. Add a Hawaiian musician playing his chosen song in the background, and it was sure to make her heart melt.
Famous local guitarist Garret was contracted to be the musician. He stood by me tuning his guitar as we waited for Brian & Jennifer. Veronika had made a beautiful flower circle on the beach, and as usual it attracted the attention of people passing by. We all hid behind a bush to stay out of sight.
For all Jennifer knew she was going for a walk on the beach with Brian. Veronika spotted them walking down the beach. Brian seemed very calm and centered and they both casually walked to the flower circle. I started capturing them with my telephoto lens.
On reaching the circle they both stopped and admired it, then Brian took Jennifer’s hand in his and looked deeply into her eyes. They stepped inside the circle and he dropped down on his knee and asked her to marry him. Garret got to them in a flash and was playing Elvis’ famous song, “I Can’t Help Falling in Love With You.” Jennifer looked at Garret and then at me taking photographs, and then back at Brian.
She was truly surprised. Tears of joy flowed down her cheeks and she said ‘YES’. The following photos reveal more I can express with words. It was a beautiful sunset and I had a great time shooting them for the next hour.
Much aloha to Veronika at Ali`i Kauai Weddings, and Garret for his beautiful music. I was excited to shoot a surprise wedding proposal at Hanalei Bay, one of the most beautiful spots on the planet.
" I can't say enough good things about my experience with Veronika. The entire process was seamless and turned out exceptional. I was new to the island and had no idea where to propose to my now fiancée. A single phone call with Veronika and everything was in order. I explained what I had pictured in my mind and she brought it to life within just 2 days. If we decide to get married on Kauai, Veronika will be the first phone call I will make. Don't waste your time and energy planning. Hire a professional like Veronika."
- Brian
