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 …).