Monday, September 28, 2009

Mayfair Wedding


From The Eyes of the Bride.

The day I met Geoff I knew something amazing was going to happen. When Geoff proposed to me on his birthday I was so excited to plan our wedding. As an event planner I knew exactly what I wanted and how I wanted it done. I had big dreams, huge plans and little time. Despite the advice of my family and friends I wanted to do everything myself. Yes, everything! Even my cake. Luckily, I don't know much about great photography so I called on Visual Statements Photography and Video to make my dream wedding memories beautiful and they did!

Over 90% of our 120 guests were from out of town, so I was also the travel planner. All the stress, planning and lack of sleep had not hit me, I was running on pure adrenaline. Everything was going so fast, I slipped on my dress, wrestled with my veil and then-it hit me. I'm getting married. I almost broke down before I walked down the altar. One year of planning, two hours on hair and make-up and x amount of money later I was not going to ruin this moment with tears. I am going to enjoy this moment. Besides, I did not want the "ugly cry face" in my pictures.

July 3, 2009, was the happiest day of my life. I married my best friend, the one who makes my soul smile. Seven years to the date. And each time (about 5 times a day) I look at my wedding pictures, from Visual Statements Photography and Video, I get the same feeling I felt that day. As vain as it may sound, the photos are the most important part of the day; it's the only thing that won't change with time.

Thank you for helping me capture happiness.

Char King a.k.a Geoff's wife

Wednesday, September 9, 2009

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Just launched IAAVS website - http://www.iaavs.com and blog and would love your support!

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Tuesday, August 18, 2009

The Dee von Nkosi Story in Nine Acts


Act 1: the search - 3,000 miles

In 2007, Dee and von were two mature hearts in search of a lasting love. Both of them having experienced long term relationships had a clear sense of the type of person they were looking for. With 3000 miles between them, two souls threw caution to the wind and embarked on a journey to find love.

Act 2: the find

Dee spent a lifetime in Los Angeles and von nearly the last 30 of his in Atlanta. They knew "the one" was somewhere in the world but where? They both embraced 21st century technology to assist them in their search to find love.

In October 2006, Dee joined eHarmony and von did the same in February 2007. Between February and May, von received nearly 2,000 profiles. When Dee first joined, she set her profile up to only receive matches within the state of California and neighboring states. In April, Dee decided to change her profile to include all of North America. Having lived in Los Angeles all her life, and always desiring to live in another state, she thought, maybe “the one” is not local.”

In May, eHarmony matched von and Dee. When Dee’s profile arrived in von’s box, it was an OMG moment for him. She was beautiful, her profile was breezy and von liked what she talked about. It was clear from reading her profile; she was in search of a deep “meaningful” love, exactly what he was looking for. When von landed in Dee’s box, she thought he was cute and shared his picture with several of her friends and they agreed. After reading von’s profile, her interests were peaked and she was excited when he requested communication with her.

Act 3: the dance

Dee agreed to begin guided communication with von. Over the course of about a week, von and Dee went through eHarmony’s guided communication and had their first phone call on May 29th. They spoke every night, usually for about 3 hours.

In late June, Dee and von decided to meet in a neutral city and mutually agreed on Chicago. The two hit it off as they knew they would...von picked Dee up from O'hare airport and they headed over to the W (Lakeshore) for drinks, conversation and star gazing (at each other). von thought Dee was stylish and he was diggin’ it. Dee thought von was even cuter in person than in his pictures and his critical thinking nature was a turn on. The two enjoyed the Windy City and meeting in Chi-town would turn out to be the 1st of many travels.

Act 4: the relationship

Both being committed to getting to know each other, they made plans to see each other every six weeks. Over the course of their relationship, they continued their nightly "phone dates” and the more they learned about one another, the more they “liked” one another. They also realized that they were travel compatible having vacationed together in Las Vegas, Cabo San Lucas, New Orleans, Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta and in October 2007…….Paris. They thoroughly enjoyed each city they visited together.

Dee and von spent the next couple/few months solidifying their relationship and after about 2 ½ months, von drafted a closing letter to eHarmony letting them know that they had matched him with a fabulous woman and he was terminating his membership to pursue an exclusive relationship with her. He received a reply asking that they keep them posted on the progress of their relationship.

When Dee and von realized that the connection was real, they were excited to make introductions to their respective family and friends. The resounding agreement was, “You two make a great couple and I’m happy for you.”

Act 5: the engagement

As 2007 was winding down, von felt the pull of love and knew that Dee was “the one” and that he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her. He began the process of planning the engagement. Being an architect, von was a planner and designer so he wouldn't settle for any engagement ring for his future bride. He started the process of designing Dee's engagement ring. He just needed the type of stone...the diamond and the cut to work with and some visualization input from Dee. With a sketch, von had what he needed. He spent months searching for the perfect stone. In planning, von set a goal of having the engagement ring in time for their October trip to Paris so he could propose to Dee there.

After months of planning, diamond shopping, ring designing and fabrication, von picked up the ring on his birthday in September, about a month before their trip to Paris. The ring was burning a hole in his pocket and he couldn't wait until Paris to ask Dee to marry him and to present her with the ring. After conferring with some female friends, von decided that he would propose to Dee on his parent’s 47th wedding anniversary since he was scheduled to be in Los Angeles celebrating his birthday with Dee on that day. Dee had plans for them to go out to dinner anyway...it was perfect; she wouldn't suspect a thing. One thing von wanted was blessings from Dee’s mom. When von secretly called Dee’s mom, she was surprised and happy. She gave von her blessings.

Dee took von to an Asian themed (his favorite) restaurant named Koi. The seating had to be perfect...Dee thought von was being unusually picky. But over a desert of crème brûlée and champagne, von popped the question. Dee was totally surprised...she asked, “von, is this [the day] it?!?" von said, “yes” and pulled the ring out his pocket in the cutest little box like a mini shopping bag. Dee immediately fell in love with the very unique custom designed ring.

Dee and von took their trip to Paris the following month. It was an unforgettable post-engagement celebration trip. They stayed in a trendy boutique hotel just a few blocks from Notre Dame. They walked and ate at sidewalk Parisian cafes, did some sightseeing and shopped for antiques.

After arriving back in the United States, the next step was to set a wedding date. They decided on July 18th and spent the next 9 months preparing for their big day.

Act 6: the wedding vision

von had requested that the wedding be elegant and not chaotic. Dee’s vision was a celebration that would be small, intimate, outdoors and fun. Both Dee and von appreciate thinking outside the box and wanted their day to be a representation of their respective styles.

Act 7: the wedding day

Dee and von’s wedding day lived up to their vivid imaginations. It was beautiful. A close friend of Dee’s described the wedding as being Eco Chic. It was held on the lawn of the Admissions House of Occidental College; the college President Barack Obama attended in the early 1980s. The weather was warm and favorable. Dee wore a Lazaro gown with a birdcage veil made especially for her by her cousin. On the side of the veil were two flowers and two pucka shells. The veil was a hit.

The groom and best men wore custom made silk outfits inspired by North African fashion. The ceremony was held under a huge tree in front of 60 family members and friends. The Bride’s niece sang Whitney Houston’s song, I believe in You and Me beautifully. After the ceremony, the guests were directed about 10 feet away to a lounge area for hand held H’ors deurves. The reception was held on the patio and grass in front of the house. Guests went home with three favors (a miniature book of Dee and von’s engagement photos, a custom made Mojito lollipop and a madeline cookie. The cookies were packaged in boxes topped with a delicate handmade butterfly made by a friend of the bride.

The Bride and Groom’s first dance song, Make Me Whole by Amel Larrieux was sung live by a friend of the bride. The soloists’ voice was so beautiful, many of the guests didn’t realize that the song was being performed live.

Dee, von and the guests, topped off the night with dancing until 11:00 pm. It was a beautiful celebration of love.

Act 8: the honeymoon

The couple honeymooned in the Caribbean. They Island hopped between the British Virgin Island and US Virgin Island. They started on Virgin Gorda for one night, then took water taxis on to Tortola, St. John and St. Thomas for two nights each. They stayed at beautiful resorts with ocean views and private beaches on each island. On their honeymoon, they were able relax, have fun and enjoy each other.

Act 9: the marriage

July 18, 2009 to forever.... being written by time :-)

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Georgia Aquarium Wedding - Shockley Wedding

On June 27, 2009 there was a new featured exhibit at the world’s largest aquarium. Atlanta Falcon and former University of Georgia quarterback, DJ Shockley portrayed his undying commitment and love to the former Portia Phillips.

After meeting in high school, DJ and Portia knew early on that they were destined to be together forever. He continued to throw touchdowns playing as the key quarterback for University of Georgia and she continued to pursue her education and passion for working with disabled children. ‘Twas the night before Christmas at Centennial Olympic Park, DJ completed a pass for a touchdown that would change his life for the better, he asked Portia Phillips to marry him.

The excitement of sharing a new life together meant the planning had to begin immediately. To bring their dream to life, the couple chose the elite services of Kenisha White, President of The Genesis Concept. Kenisha White helped bring together their vision, needs and wants by leading them to The Georgia Aquarium, the largest aquarium in the world, for the largest event of their lives.

The GA Aquarium provided first class service from the beginning to the end. The atmosphere of the venue gave an exotic feel and tropical flair for the evening. The ceremony began promptly at 6:30 pm, before 350 guests ranging from professional athletes such as Matt Ryan, DeAngelo Hall, Quentin Moses and Thomas Davis to Georgia Bulldogs coaches Mark Richt and Rodney Gardner; and many more professionals, family and friends.

An ecstatic bride, Portia wore a Lazarro, pearl white, a-line style dress covered in Swarvoski crystals with her bridesmaids standing with her dressed in orchid and silver. The guys lined the stage wearing classic black tuxedos. Overjoyed to be newlywed Mr. & Mrs. DJ Shockley the couple recessed to continue the celebration with family and friends at the reception.

Celebrity photographer, Korey Akinbami and videographers of Visual Statements Photography & Video were on site to cover this event of the year. The ballroom was set and ready to receive the guests, although many were not aware that they would be partying with the fish of the GA Aquarium. The guests were further astounded by the beautiful room designed with silver linen, orchid lighting, manzanita trees with hanging crystals, arrangements filled with orchids and roses, a huge dance floor in front of the Beluga tank and the highlight of the evening, the photo booth provided by WOW Photo.

After being served an array of appetizers and hors d’ oeuvres during the pre-reception cocktail, guests were presented with buffet stations of both Southern and New Orleans cuisine by Wolf Gang Puck Catering. The stations included Georgia baby shrimp with apple wood smoked bacon and cheddar cheese grits, slow braised short ribs, grilled asparagus, Cajun seafood pasta, blackened salmon, classic jambalaya, and Caesar salad.

With such fun and spirited personalities, the couple immediately got the party started by dancing to the tune of ‘Always’, played by Atlanta’s own V103, DJ Cowboy. And of course it would not have been a party without paying tribute to the King of Pop, Michael Jackson.

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

Villa Serena Outdoor Country Wedding Reception Site




Darren Benbow met Lisa Brown after high school graduation, at a gathering of their friends in Long Island, New York. Immediately, Darren knew that there was something about Lisa that he had to get to know, so they exchanged phone numbers. Shortly after they started to date, Lisa moved from New York to North Carolina with her family to attend college. In many cases, a drastic move such as theirs would have lead to a bitter end; however, this was not the case. The move actually strengthened the couple’s relationship and lead to the fairytale ending most people only dream of.

Five years later, life started leading them in two different directions. Lisa made a move to Maryland, and Darren was still in New York pursuing a career in music, as a Motown Records recording artist. A big argument between the couple led Lisa to write a letter to Darren, which he never responded to. A few years passed and Darren moved to Atlanta and a desire to reconnect with Lisa was overdue. With a common name, such as Lisa Brown, his search proved to be harder than he ever could have imagined. He spent money on Classmates.com, US Search, and People Finder, but the results led to nothing. After years of profile searches, reckless emails, and chance meetings with her old friends, it seemed the search was leading to a dead end.

One day, Darren received an anonymous email in his MySpace inbox from a girl who claimed he dated her sister years ago. Forgetting she had a younger sister, he continued to correspond with the girl until realizing it was Lisa’s younger sister. She went on to tell him that Lisa had relocated to Atlanta as well, and lived 20 minutes from where he was.

Darren and Lisa reconnected the same night they spoke, and it seemed as though they picked up exactly where they left off. He always said that if he found her again, he would never let her go. Believe it or not, two years later they were married at Villa Serena.

Villa Serena is a stately Italianate mansion secluded in a magnificent 100 acre wooded estate overlooking pristine Black Shoals Lake. This European style stucco and stone villa, surrounded by multi-tiered terraces and lovely landscaped grounds, offers an exceptional location for hosting any important event. The manor house, a private residence, with its center courtyard, is the perfect venue for elegant candlelight weddings, lovely outdoor country weddings, ceremonies and receptions, luncheons, theme or holiday parties and corporate events, large or small. Numerous sites, with both lakeside and garden views, provide exquisite backdrops for your memorable occasion. Of the many wedding sites and locations all over Georgia, Villa Serena is the perfect site for an elegant outdoor country wedding, ceremony, and reception.

Villa Serena, known for its personal touch and refined ambiance, is guaranteed to surprise and delight both you and your guests. From exceptional cuisine to elaborate decor, the staff's personal touch will customize each event to the client's particular preferences. Located in the Greater Metro Atlanta, Georgia area; Villa Serena is convenient to many Georgia cities and counties. Some of these include: Athens, Atlanta, Augusta, Columbia, Conyers, Covington, Duluth, Gainesville, Lake Lanier, Lake Oconee, Loganville, Madison, Metro Atlanta, Monroe, Snellville, Social Circle, Stone Mountain, and Clark, Clayton, Dekalb, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, Hall, Newton, Morgan, and Rockdale County. Conveniently located between Atlanta and Athens with easy access to Interstate 20 and GA highway 78, it is the perfect private location only minutes away from these metro areas. Welcoming not only area residents but also national and international visitors, the estate offers a unique and prestigious setting for your next memorable event. Villa Serena assures its clients that all who select this venue will surely "Celebrate the Moment and Cherish the Memory!"




Thursday, June 25, 2009

Bishop Eddie Long


Photo Title: Long Prayer
Photographer: Korey Akinbami
Photo Location: Atlanta, GA
Here is the link for the Speed Training video - http://digg.com/d1upKL

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Antonio Allen - Jazz Saxophonist

Image of the Week - Jazz Saxophonist Antonio Allen

Photo Title: Mellow Mood
Photographer: Korey Akinbami
Photo Location: Atlanta, GA

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Speed Training - Premier1sports - www.premier1sports.com

There are many thoughts and theories regarding the ideals and principals of "Good Coaching". "Good Coaching" is simply placing your athletes in the best possible position for them and the team to succeed. This is most evident when coaching speed and agility. In order to become faster you must practice running with proper technique at high speeds. Learning how to relax and positioning your body properly while sprinting is the key to the equation: Stride Length X Stride Frequency= SPEED. Whether developing acceleration or during top speed training, mechanics must be critiqued daily. Speed enhancement takes a strong work ethic and practice but can be mastered with Premier Coaching - www.premier1sports.com. Developing speed is a skill that can be learned and taught by everyone.

Whether speed training youth or professionals, athletes must first learn how to use their arms. Proper arm swing is the most important aspect of speed development because they essentially control the body while sprinting. Arms will help stabilize the core and allow athletes to create a faster stride frequency and longer stride length. Arms should always be thrown in a linear motion and never across the mid-point of the body. Hands must remain relaxed and brought up underneath the chin. Athletes have to teach their body what it feels like to have an aggressive yet smooth arm swing. It is important that arms are positioned at a 90 degree angle and then opened to no further that 120 degree's when thrown down and back past the hip. Throwing the hand past the hip will enable the heel to gain maximal height so that the athlete can utilize the step-over technique (Which will be explained in part 2).

Teaching your body how to train with high intensity is a skill that takes repetition and patience to master. "Good Coaching" is consistently reinforcing proper body positioning on every sprint or drill. The Premier Speed and Agility system - www.premier1sports.com will demonstrate all the proper techniques needed to produce blazing fast speed. If you have the ability to recognize proper mechanics then you can become a "Premier Coach"!!

Kenny Johnson - Premier1sports

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Visual Statement of the Week


Photo Title: Summer Heat
Wedding Photographer: Korey Akinbami
Photo Location: Jamaica

Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Chateau Elan Wedding

Chateau Elan is a favorite venue for Visual Statements Photography. Château Élan is also North Atlanta's premier meeting destination that offers championship golf, a full-production winery, European health spa, and world-class amenities.

From the moment you drive through the gates of Château Élan until the moment you leave you will experience warm southern hospitality combined with the beauty of the French countryside.

Within the sweeping panorama of the north Georgia foothills, just 40 minutes away from Atlanta, Château Élan began with the planting of vineyards in 1981. From these lush vines of Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet & Riesling grapes has grown a 3,500 acre conference and leisure destination where French provincial and Southern hospitality combine to produce exceptional wines and warm memories.

See photos of the Chateau Elan here www.vsphotography.com

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

What Makes a Healthy Relationship?

Hopefully, you and your significant other are treating each other well. Not sure if that's the case? Take a step back from the dizzying sensation of being swept off your feet and think about whether your relationship has some of these qualities:

  1. Do not expect anyone to be responsible for your happiness. Accept yourself. Respect yourself. Love yourself first. Take good care of yourself. If you really want, you CAN always find something to do that makes you feel good about yourself right now. Love yourself, so pursue your true needs. Light up your true desires. Ask yourself why you didn't? Too often relationships fail because someone is unhappy and blames their partner for making them that way. Your life is ONLY under your control. Keep reminding yourself you are good enough to have a happy life and a healthy relationship. Make yourself happy, and then share with one another.
  2. Make and keep clear agreements. Respect the difference between yourself and your partner. Don't expect he or she agrees with you on everything. Reach mutual agreement or plan, and then commit to it. Leave the partner if you can't reach any agreement or you find he or she always makes excuses for breaking the agreement or plan. If you say you're going to meet your partner at noon, be on time, or call if you're going to be late. If you agree to have a monogamous relationship, keep that agreement and/or tell the truth about any feelings you're having about someone else before you act on them. Keeping agreements shows respect for yourself and your partner, as well as creating a sense of trust and safety.
  3. Use communication to establish a common ground to understand different points of view and to create a mutual, collaborative agreement or plan. You can either choose to be right, or you can have a successful relationship. You can't always have both. Most people argue to be "right" about something. They say. "If you loved me, you would..." and argue to hear the other say, "Okay, you're right." If you are generally more interested in being right, this approach will not create a healthy relationship. Having a healthy relationship means that you have your experience, and your partner has his or her experience, and you learn to love and share and learn from those experiences. If you can't reach any mutual agreement, that doesn't mean either of you is wrong or bad, it only means you don't suit each other.
  4. Approach your relationship as a learning experience. Each one has important information for you to learn. For example, do you often feel 'bossed' around in your relationship, or do you feel powerless? When a relationship is not working, there is usually a familiar way that we feel while in it. We are attracted to the partner with whom we can learn the most, and sometimes the lesson is to let go of a relationship that no longer serves us. A truly healthy relationship will consist of both partners who are interested in learning and expanding a relationship so that it continues to improve.
  5. Tell the unarguable truth. Be truthful to yourself and your partner if you want true love. Many people are taught to lie to protect someone's feelings, either their own or those of their partner. Lies create disconnection between you and your relationship, even if your partner never finds out about it. The unarguable truth is about your true feelings; your partner can argue about anything that happens outside of you, but he or she cannot rationally deny your feelings. Here are some examples: "I felt scared when I saw you talking to him at the party," "I feel angry when you hang up on me," and "I felt sad when you walked out during our fight and didn't want to be around me."

Visual Statement of the Week



Visual Statements of the Week- Photograph Title: Rose Petals

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

THE COLLECTIVE RENAISSANCE GUILD EVENT


LUDACRIS, ANDREW YOUNG, WYNTON MARSALIS, KWANZA HALL, KENNY BURNS, KEVIN “SHEKSPEAR” BIGGS, KILLER MIKE, ANTHONY DENT AND OTHERS JOIN THE COLLECTIVE RENAISSANCE GUILD FOR AN EVENING EVENT. SEE EVENT PHOTOS BY VISUAL STATEMENTS PHOTOGRAPHY.

Monday, February 2, 2009

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Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Tell Me More About the High Resolution Downloads

Our proofing websites provides you with the option to purchase retouched high-resolution images from your events. Each proofing website provides the ability for you, your family, and friends to view a gallery of images and selectively purchase the high-resolution versions -- A very cost- effective alternative to mailing a CD/DVD or drives.

Visual Statement of the Week 1/26/09


Visual Statements of the Week- Photograph Title: Bliss

Monday, January 19, 2009

Visual Statement of the Week 01/19/09

Visual Statement of the Week: Photograph Title - The First Dance

Monday, January 12, 2009

Visual Statement of the Week 01/12/09

Visual Statement of the Week: Photograph Title - Beginnings and Endings

Thursday, January 8, 2009

Villa Christina Wedding

Preferred Wedding Venue of Visual Statements Photography and Video

When you're planning a special event that is as special as you, Villa Christina is the perfect choice. Impeccable decor and a menu like no other will make your guests feel as warm and welcome as the day itself. From garden weddings and receptions to intimate dinners, the warmth and refinement of Villa Christina creates memories that last a lifetime.
Facilities

Villa Christina, the only three-story, stacked-stone Italian villa in Atlanta, is surrounded by professionally landscaped rose gardens, meandering streams and majestic waterfalls. Cradled beneath a forest of cedar trees is our gorgeous outdoor wedding pavilion, the perfect setting for your garden ceremony. Inside the Villa, majestic ballrooms with high ceilings and crystal chandeliers are ready to host your indoor celebration.

Wedding Ceremony and Reception:


1. The ballroom is classically appointed with floor to ceiling windows that overlook the gardens.
2. The restaurant offers a more contemporary vista of elaborate glasswork, iron accents and an arresting ceiling mural that spans the center of the dining room. Every room at the Villa enjoys a spectacular view of the gardens.

Food and Beverage

Villa Christina proudly offers cuisine created from the freshest ingredients available. Our menus deliver a wide selection of items and our Executive Chef will customize a menu for your event.

Custom bar packages are also available and come with your choice of a per-person price for unlimited consumption (for designated time frame), or a create your own bar package.

Exceptional Photography Venue

The location is ideal for wedding photography. See photographs of a recent wedding a Villa Christina at Click Here http://www.vsphotography.com/frye

Testimonials

“Filled with original art and many creative appointments, Villa Christina provides an upscale dining experience where guests never feel crowded or hurried. If you have time, stroll its beautiful landscaped grounds. Start with the calamari, which here comes with an intriguing caramelized lemons garnish, as well as peppers, lemon aïoli and spicy marinara. There's enough for at least two to share.” -- Gayot.com
“This casual Tuscan grill serves modern Italian cuisine with an emphasis on fresh ingredients and unique desserts.” -- Where Atlanta Magazine
“If you have champagne taste and a burger budget, Caffe Christina is a perfect fit.” -- Access Atlanta
“...Villa Christina is a pleasant dining room with tray ceilings, dim lighting and linen tablecloths, not a drive-through with a clown motif.” -- Atlanta Journal Constitution (about Date Night)*
“For an upscale dining experience there is no place like Villa Christina.” -- Forsyth County News
“There's one word which comes to mind when you walk through the door of Villa Christina: Luxurious.” -- Examiner.com

Monday, January 5, 2009

Visual Statement of the Week 01/05/2009

Visual Statement of the Week: Happy Moments
"Cherish all your happy moments - they make a fine cushion for old age." Christopher Morley

Private Culinary Art Party at 191 Club


Visual Statements Photography and Video recently hosted a private culinary art party at the prestigious One Ninety One Club - Business and Social Club in Atlanta. The guest at the event were instructed and prepared a three course meal. The dinner menu included beef steak tomato salad, pan seared dotted herb crusted red snapper, grapefruit cream sauce, and a passion fruit dessert. See the images from the private culinary art party at http://www.vsphotography.com/cook191/ Bon Appetit...

Sunday, January 4, 2009

5 Ways to Propose

A marriage proposal can become the most memorable event in your and the other person’s life. It is necessary that you are absolutely sure that the person you are proposing to says ‘yes’ when you propose or else it will lead to disappointment. At the same time ensure that you are not late in proposing.

A memorable proposal will always be the one which is interesting, creative and innovative. You should ensure that the person you are proposing to enjoys this event thoroughly and that you are paying complete attention to this person. There are so many ways you can propose to a person, make him/her feel wanted and welcomed into your life forever. Check out some of these very interesting and innovative ways for proposing:

1) Book: This is one of the most complimentary methods of proposing to someone. If your sweetheart is an avid reader or literary genius, you can check out this unique option. This book is especially fruitful if your relationship has been a long one. You can bring up unique and happy memories of your relationship. You can write about this person in detail and reasons why you value him/her so much. Write the book yourself or get it written from a professional writer. Publish a single copy and present it to your beloved with the proposal on the last page.

2) Cook Up A Proposal: Learn a special dish your sweetheart loves, invite the person over for a romantic dinner, make sure everything is perfect. Create an unbeatable romantic mood, a perfect dinner date. And serve what your sweetheart loves, make sure that is perfect too and propose.

3) Boat Ride: Nothing can be more romantic as going out in the sea or a lake with nothing but the nature around you and your beloved. If you and your sweetheart are water lovers and related sports activities, this is a great way to propose. Take your sweetheart for a boat ride and propose.


4) Music: Are you a good crooner? You can sing love songs with most ease? Assemble one or two people to play music instruments for you and start recording love songs, and when you want to propose you should sing a love song with a proposal song for your beloved, a sure way to win his/her heart and a partner for a long time.


5) Adventure Outing: If both of you love adventure, you could go out on an adventure holiday and you could propose to your sweetheart at a time when you are at the most perfect point or place during the outing. It could be atop a hill you have just climbed or in the darkest of woods or on a starlit night in middle of nowhere. You could increase your happiness ten fold through the adventure outing.