About Us
A locally owned planning studio in Buckeye, Arizona, founded by Anthony Cheatham.
It started with one proposal in the desert
In the spring of 2019, Anthony Cheatham spent three weeks planning a sunset proposal near the Estrella Mountains. He hauled lanterns, fought the wind, and nearly missed sunset. She said yes — and friends started asking him to plan theirs.
That was the beginning of Despierta el Amor. The name means "awaken love" in Spanish, a nod to the bilingual families of the West Valley we serve and to our belief that romance deserves effort.
Today we're a team of four full-time staff plus trusted local photographers, musicians and florists. We've designed more than 650 moments, but we still treat every one like the first.
What we believe
Personal over perfect
A detail that means something to you beats an expensive trend every time.
Respect the desert
Leave-no-trace setups, reusable décor and LED candles in protected areas.
Honest pricing
Fixed written quotes. No surprise fees, ever.
The people behind the moments
Anthony Cheatham
Founder & Lead Planner
Anthony founded the studio in 2019 after planning his own proposal. He leads every consultation and still personally oversees most proposals.
Isabel M.
Creative Director & Florist
Isabel designs our floral installations, sourcing from Arizona growers whenever the season allows.
Daniel R.
Production Manager
Daniel handles logistics, rentals, permits and the crew — the reason we're never late.
Sofia L.
Client Coordinator
Sofia answers your emails, builds timelines and makes sure nothing slips through the cracks.
Who you're working with
Ready to plan something unforgettable?
Tell us about the person you love. We'll reply within one business day with ideas, a timeline and a clear quote — free and with no obligation.
Request a Free Consultation Call (447) 251-9034