Confidentiality and Legal Protection

This value proposal and all information contained herein are strictly confidential and intended solely for the addressee. Any disclosure, publication, forwarding, sharing with third parties, or reproduction (in whole or in part) is prohibited without the prior written consent of Serena Genovese.

Serena Genovese reserves all rights and protections available under applicable law, including those relating to unfair competition (Art. 2598 Italian Civil Code) and, where applicable, trade secrets and know-how (Italian Legislative Decree No. 63/2018).

 
 

Your Priorities

For your marriage proposal, the goal is to design and capture a moment that feels authentic, emotional, and deeply personal, thoughtfully created to truly surprise your partner and give her a one-of-a-kind experience.

The goal is not simply to create beautiful photographs, but to craft a moment that genuinely reflects your story, with careful planning that allows you to feel confident and at ease, while she can be fully present in the surprise.

Your priorities are very clear:

  • To truly surprise her, with a moment that feels unexpected, meaningful, and unforgettable

  • To create something unique, not a generic proposal, but an experience designed around the two of you

  • To tell your story in a personalized way, through details, atmosphere, and choices tailored specifically to your relationship

  • To have photography that preserves the real emotions of the moment, so you can relive them for years to come

  • To have a proposal in a beautiful Venetian palace, to live the real Venice, and have a beautiful view 

Decision Criteria

Your decision will ultimately come down to choosing someone who can guarantee:

  • Reliability and a clear method (nothing left to improvisation)

  • The ability to work discreetly, without interrupting the flow of the moment

  • A relationship built on trust, with someone truly credible and dependable

solution

A fully curated marriage proposal experience in Venice, designed to feel effortless, meaningful, and truly unforgettable.

What the experience includes:

  • Dedicated planning and alignment on your priorities, aesthetic, and key moments, to ensure every detail reflects your vision

  • Discreet presence and refined guidance when needed, so the experience remains natural, elegant, and emotionally true

  • A bespoke Venetian treasure hunt on foot, thoughtfully created around your story, culminating in a gondola arrival to the proposal location, an immersive way to experience the authentic spirit of Venice

    • Full concept design and production of the experience in a customized keepsake booklet (gifted to the couple)

    • Live violinist performing at the first stop / first question

    • A pair of Venetian masks (Arlecchino & Colombina) welcoming you at the Library

    • Private gondola parade from Rialto to the proposal venue

    • A bouquet of red roses placed on the gondola

    • On-site assistance and coordination throughout the experience

  • Exclusive Venetian palace setting for the proposal and dinner experience, including:

    • Exclusive use of the room for set-up and preparation

    • Access to the rooftop for portraits

    • Romantic proposal styling with rose petals and candles, curated for the proposal moment

    • Glass of Prosecco to celebrate
    • Private candlelit dinner prepared for you in your reserved room, allowing you to enjoy the evening in complete intimacy: 

    • Elegant table setting and personalized printed menus
    • 3- or 4-course menu, to be defined with beverages included).

  • 2-hour photography coverage, beginning with the proposal and continuing as a refined portrait experience

    • Proposal coverage with a documentary, emotional approach

    • Portraits inside the palace and on the rooftop

    • Sunset portraits around Venice for a richer, more cinematic gallery

    • A private water taxi at your disposal for a seamless and exclusive experience

    • Return to the palace for your intimate dinner in the private frescoed room, reserved just for you

benefits

  • You experience the proposal with greater peace of mind, knowing there is a clear plan and expert guidance behind every step

  • You create a truly meaningful moment, designed to surprise your partner and reflect your story in a personal way

  • You receive an emotional and complete visual story, not just a series of beautiful images

  • You preserve the real emotions of the proposal, with photography that allows you to relive the moment for years to come

  • You enjoy a seamless, elevated experience, where timing, atmosphere, and logistics are carefully managed for you

  • You have images you can share with family and friends worldwide, while keeping the intimacy and elegance of the experience

What Makes This Experience Unique

  • Story-led approach: the proposal is designed around your relationship, so it feels personal rather than generic

  • Documentary sensitivity: focus on real moments and genuine emotion, without forcing the experience

  • Refined guidance: I support you discreetly before and during the proposal, so you feel confident without losing spontaneity

  • Light and atmosphere expertise: timing and pacing are carefully planned to achieve a warm, timeless, emotional result

  • Consistency and care: planning, photography, selection, and editing are all aligned to tell one cohesive story

  • Reliability and discretion: a clear process and attention to detail reduce stress, protect the surprise, and help everything flow naturally

What Our Customers Say

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Chris

Serena shot our engagement in Venice, she was friendly, professional, the photos were fantastic, and it really helped make our day extra special. Can not recommend enough!

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Christina

My (now) husband found Serena after days of researching engagement photographers in Venice for his surprise proposal. I am so glad he chose her!! Serena’s photography skills are absolutely wonderful. She was a joy to work with. We felt completely comfortable and natural with her, and it shows in the pictures.

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Nicole

Serena was so lovely to work with! Her work is absolutely gorgeous – I can’t stop looking at our photos! She truly has a gift and was so great with directing me and my husband. I would highly recommend working with her if you have the chance!

investment

This proposal includes a fully curated marriage proposal experience in Venice, designed to feel seamless, personal, and unforgettable.

Your experience includes:

  • Dedicated planning and alignment

  • A bespoke Venetian treasure hunt designed around your story

  • Private gondola arrival experience

  • Exclusive palace setting for the proposal and dinner

  • Romantic proposal styling (rose petals and candles)

  • Private candlelit dinner experience

  • 2-hour photography coverage (proposal + portraits in the palace, rooftop, and around Venice at sunset)

  • Private water taxi for a seamless and exclusive experience

  • On-site coordination and support throughout the experience

Total Investment

8.457€

guarantees

Backup Equipment & File Security

I always work with backup equipment and a file management process designed to minimize risk at every stage — including duplication, checks, and careful archiving.

Discreet Guidance, Natural Result

I guide you when needed (especially in the most delicate moments), while preserving spontaneity. The goal is for you both to feel at ease and for the emotions to remain real — never forced.

Plan B for Weather & Difficult Light

If weather conditions change or the light is not ideal, I always prepare a Plan B — adjusting locations, timing, and light strategy to preserve the warm, elegant atmosphere you want.

Flexible Timing Management Without Losing Key Moments

If timing shifts or the experience runs later than expected, there is no panic. We adapt in real time and prioritize what matters most, so the key moments and photographs are protected.

Personalized Requests, Planned or Last-Minute

If you have specific requests (details, meaningful elements, particular moments, or people involved), we can include them in the planning phase.
And if something comes up during the experience, you can always tell me — I adapt quickly and manage it in real time, within the natural flow of the event.

Delivery Timeline Commitment

I commit to delivering your gallery within 3 weeks.

If the delivery of the photographs is delayed due exclusively to my responsibility, the full cost of the photography service will be refunded.

 



Cost–Benefit Perspective

When you choose the right professional for your proposal, you are not simply “spending.”
You are protecting what will remain of that moment, long after everything else has passed.

What you save

  • Stress and mental load before and during the proposal — you don’t have to manage every detail alone, so you can stay present and enjoy the moment

  • The risk of ending up with photos that are “nice” but not truly you — images that look good, but do not reflect your story or bring back the real emotions

  • The highest cost of all: regret — because this moment cannot be repeated, and what is not captured well may be lost forever

What you gain

  • A meaningful story that becomes more valuable over time — a visual memory you will return to in 5, 10, or 20 years and still feel

  • Images that become part of your life — shared with family and friends, revisited on anniversaries, and one day part of your family story

  • Peace of mind — the certainty that such an important moment is in safe, experienced hands