Because it’s a once-in-a-lifetime (we hope!) moment, full of happiness and emotion, and a good photographer will unobtrusively capture the unfolding of the event with grace, discretion, and accuracy. An experienced photographer will be able to anticipate any challenges as your proposal date approaches. There’s no recreating the moment as a posed photo; your images will document and show your true emotions, reactions, and joy.
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Some of my clients have every last detail of their proposal planned, but most only have a vague idea about the location. I’m here to help guide you navigate the days prior. Read on for detailed information on how to make your surprise proposal go smoothly, and what to expect when hiring a photographer for your proposal.
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Surprise proposals are one of the most emotional forms of documentary photography. They are wholly candid, and I love every second of it. If you’re thinking of booking a photographer at your proposal, read my post on my approach and aspects to consider when working with a photographer to take the best photos possible.
When Nihar called me a few weeks ago about his proposal to his girlfriend, Esha, he had every last detail planned; they would “meet some friends” at the Spanish Steps (a quaint, tree-lined space tucked away in northwest DC), where a bottle of Veuve Clicquot and a bouquet waited for their arrival. Esha beamed with happiness, and I was honored to have photographed those precious moments of the next stage in their life together. I was taking photos from far enough away that I couldn’t hear the words, but the expression on her face and how they held each other close said everything (and I didn’t wear waterproof mascara that day so …).
Surprise proposals must be meticulously planned. If you’re interested in hiring a photographer for your surprise proposal, you will need to work with an expert for everything to run smoothly and ensure you remember your special, once-in-a-lifetime moment with happiness.
A few weeks ago, Yoni called me, overflowing with excitement to propose to his girlfriend Elle. He had everything planned; he’d tell her they were attending a friend’s small wedding downtown as an excuse for her to get dressed up. Since coronavirus so drastically changed our lives nearly one year ago to the week, they had been staying safe and distant from friends and family in an effort to make a contribution to the return to normalcy. For them, this meant foregoing date night dinners out, so he needed an important reason for her dress up for portraits, without spilling the beans. A few days prior, a virtual work function came up that she needed to attend.
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