Two people holding hands outdoors, one wearing a gold engagement ring, with a blurred green nature background.

 

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Proposal Session Prep Guide and Tips

Thank you for choosing us!!


We want to start by thanking you! Proposals are one of our absolute FAVORITE sessions to capture. It allows us to capture so much pure, intimate, TRUE love.

Selecting a location

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Aerial view of Niagara Falls with mist rising, lush greenery, and a city skyline visible in the background.

We start by selecting a location that you want or we can suggest places as well. Clients tend to choose a location that has meaning behind it or a place they have never been but is a bucket list item or just a beautiful location. Whatever your reasoning is we will make sure we find a perfect spot (unless you already know where). If it is a location we have been to we will suggest areas, if its new to us we will go scout it out and help give you a few options of a spot to do it!

How are you planning to propose?

Have you thought about how you want to do it? Are you planning on being traditional and romantic or were you planning to be creative? We have had sessions where it was traditional and beautiful and we have had somewhere props were included. Examples would be a hollowed out book from an author they love, ring inside of their favorite donut, on a slice of pizza you serve them, in a glass of wine that they love, people or children holding signs in the background and so many more. How ever you decide to do it we definitely will get great shots and need to know if you have special plans.


Did you know we can help with set-ups or flowers? We have set up rooms, and areas where couples walk to or enter and its already a romantic scene. We also specialize in bringing bouquets as well, so if that's something you wanted or are thinking, let me know!!

Man proposes to woman on one knee by a serene lake, holding a ring with white flowers nearby on a sunny day.
Photos strung on a garland between wooden poles in a forest clearing with a white blanket on the ground.
Man proposing to woman on one knee at Niagara Falls overlook with misty waterfall backdrop.

Timing



We of course want to make sure timing is right! We will plan a time frame with you and usually arrive 10-15 minutes before that to check the spot out, make sure there are not any issues with location or access, and we get in the area well in advance of you so we can be as inconspicuous as possible. Just a couple of people checking out the area taking photos. We will text you to let you know where we are, when we are there, any issues, and where to go. We will ask for a photo of the two of you so we know who to look for as well as a photo of what your outfits are.

Romantic couple lying on green grass sharing a tender kiss outdoors in autumn park setting.
Man proposes to woman on a tropical beach, kneeling in the sand with a ring box while she stands in a bikini.
Man kneeling with ring box proposing to woman surrounded by candles on staircase with child watching holiday decor.
Couple sitting on green grass in a park, embracing and almost kissing, woman in floral dress, man in gray shirt.

 

Scenery

We definitely will take shots of the area to allow you to have that and look back at how beautiful the location was.

 

Aerial view of Niagara Falls with mist rising, lush greenery, and city skyline in the background on a partly cloudy day.
Misty Niagara Falls with powerful cascading water, surrounding trees, and city skyline in the background on an overcast day.
White floral arrangement on green lawn beside a serene lake with weeping willow and lush trees backdrop.
Rushing rapids flow over rocky terrain surrounded by lush green trees with a calm lake and distant shoreline in the background.

The Proposal



Ok so it's here! The big moment. No matter what I say you will be nervous. Just know its a beautiful moment and we are going to capture it for you. Let's plan a signal. It helps us know when your about to do it so we can get all the shots! We will also try to mark the spot for you so we can get the best angles.


Stay down on your knee for longer than you want to! I get how nerve-wracking proposing is. It’s tempting to want to just feel your knee touch the ground and then immediately get back up – but don’t! Stay down on that knee for as long as you can stand it. It’ll ensure you’ll get more photos of the moment, it’ll allow time for us to “course correct” if something goes wrong (if a group of people move through the shot, for instance), and it’ll prolong this fabulous moment your significant other has been dreaming about. I tell all my clients to stay on their knee for 15-20 seconds at minimum.


Practice kneeling! It might sound silly, but you might want to do it in the outfit you plan to wear so you can be sure that all clothing will fit properly when you’re in the awkward position of being on one knee! TRUST ME, IT MAKES A DIFFERENCE!!


Act natural. Just be yourself and let us candidly capture the moments as they unfold.

Man proposing to woman on one knee in a blooming cherry blossom park during spring.

Whats next??

I will introduce myself to the both of you and of course give my congrats! We book each session to incorporate the engagement and a small portrait session afterward. It’s the perfect time to document couples in love – a true engagement session. We will give time for our couples to regroup. Since you've just experienced one of the best moments of your lives, we can take advantage of holding an emotional and adrenaline-filled mini session. We will take the rest of the time to do a mini engagement session and capture some beautiful moments! And that's it! YOU DID IT!!!! The weight is lifted LOL.

We will send a sneak peek ASAP because we know how excited you both will be to announce it!

Couple sharing a kiss while showing off an engagement ring outdoors near green trees.
Tattooed couple sharing an intimate moment, woman in black dress touching man's face, golden hour outdoor engagement photo.
Close-up of a hand displaying an engagement ring with white manicured nails, bracelet, and a man blurred in the background.

Are You Ready?



We think you are! And even if you aren’t so sure, JUST KNOW THIS IS GOING TO BE A MAGICAL MOMENT.

Couple in a park showing off engagement ring, smiling and leaning in for a kiss outdoors.
Two people making a pinky promise in front of blooming pink cherry blossom trees in spring.
Man proposing on one knee to woman in bikini on tropical beach with turquoise ocean waves in background.
Close-up of hands displaying a gold engagement ring with emerald-cut diamond, dark manicure, and floral tattoo.
Black and white photo of a couple sharing a romantic moment on a sunny beach, with ocean waves in the background.
Couple sitting on grass in autumn park, woman touching man's face as they lean in for a kiss.
Young woman in brown mini dress holding white flower bouquet, standing by a serene lake in a park.
Man proposes on one knee to woman by a serene lake, surrounded by white flowers and weeping willow trees.
Man proposes on one knee to woman in bikini on tropical beach, holding ring box at ocean's edge.
A woman's hand with an engagement ring and tattoo rests on a man's neck outdoors.
Couple sitting on stone steps embracing and sharing a kiss outdoors near a classic building.
A couple shares a romantic embrace on a garden pathway, the man lifting the woman as they smile at each other.
Black and white photo of a couple sharing a romantic moment on a beach, with ocean waves in the background.
Woman showing off engagement ring with excited fiancé celebrating in background at outdoor park.
Couple sharing a romantic kiss by a serene lake, holding a white bouquet under a weeping willow tree.
Smiling woman in brown dress holding white flower bouquet standing by a reflective lake in a park.
Couple sharing a romantic moment near Niagara Falls on a sunny day, woman in black dress, man in burgundy shirt.
Couple sharing a kiss while showing off an engagement ring outdoors among green trees.
Couple dancing outdoors near a wooden cabin, woman holding red roses bouquet, man with tattoos wearing burgundy shirt.
Man in burgundy suit proposes on one knee to woman in black dress holding red bouquet, outdoors with photo garland backdrop.
Couple sitting on stone steps embracing, man kissing woman on cheek, outdoor engagement photo at historic building.
Man proposing on one knee to woman at Niagara Falls overlook on a sunny day.
A couple shares a romantic kiss while sitting on stone steps outdoors, dressed in casual sweaters and jeans.
Couple sharing a romantic kiss on the steps of a grand neoclassical building with tall white columns.
Couple holding hands walking together on a winding path through a lush green park surrounded by tall trees.
A couple shares a romantic moment on a modern bridge surrounded by lush green trees on a sunny day.
A woman with dark hair kisses a bearded man on the cheek outdoors in a lush green forest setting.
Couple kissing behind a bridal bouquet of white roses and eucalyptus, with an engagement ring visible on her hand.
Couple embracing outdoors, woman's hands showing engagement ring and gold bracelets resting on man's shoulders.
Couple holding hands from behind, standing on stone path surrounded by lush green trees in a park.
Two women share an emotional hug at an outdoor wedding, one in bridal attire, both with tattoos, in black and white.
A smiling woman in a black dress holds red roses while a man in a burgundy suit kisses her cheek outdoors.
Couple kissing outdoors, woman in black dress holding red roses, man in burgundy suit, green trees background.
Man kneeling on one knee proposing to partner on an outdoor terrace with lush green trees in the background.
Couple kissing while woman shows off engagement ring on outstretched hand, wearing white sweater outdoors.
Couple sharing a romantic moment by a serene lake, surrounded by white flowers and lush greenery.
Couple sharing an intimate moment by a lake, woman showing engagement ring while embracing her partner.
Couple sharing a romantic piggyback kiss outdoors under a willow tree near a lake on a sunny day.
Black and white photo of tattooed couple in wedding attire sharing an intimate forehead touch embrace outdoors.
Couple sharing a romantic kiss on the beach, woman in floral bikini with braids, man with tattoo, ocean backdrop.
Man proposes on one knee to woman in white sweater amid pink cherry blossoms in a lush green park.
Couple kissing outdoors while showing off engagement ring, woman wearing floral dress with bracelet and tattoo.
Couple sharing a romantic kiss on stone steps, man wearing glasses and blue sweater, woman in white sweater with curly hair.
Couple embracing tenderly near pink cherry blossoms, man wearing glasses smiles as woman rests her head on his chest.
Couple holding hands outdoors with engagement ring visible, pink cherry blossoms in soft focus background.
A woman's hand with an engagement ring rests tenderly on the back of a man's neck outdoors.
A couple shares a romantic kiss outdoors, with the woman wearing an engagement ring and both displaying tattoos.
Man proposes to woman on tropical beach, kneeling in sand with ring box while waves wash ashore.