The Process
01. Decide on Location
Being a West Michigan local, I can help you find the perfect location for your proposal moment. Looking for spots you find on Google filled with tourists? Look no further! After inquiry, you will have access to my West Michigan Google Drive filled with videos, descriptions, directions, and more! All of my couples have found this most helpful as many of my clients are planning this Big Sur Proposal while not being here!.
02. Secure your Big Sur Proposal
After deciding on the day and time you will receive a proposal to book your session! I use HoneyBook as my client portal so all important messages, invoices, and files will be sent here! Super easy to use. $95 is due as a retainer to secure your day. The second half is due the day of the Michigan Proposal!
03. Pop the Question
I arrive about 10-15 minutes prior to your proposal depending on your plan!💍 We get the moment photographed and then after about 5-10 mins to be alone I will introduce myself and check if you are open to any posed engagement photos!
The entire session typically lasts about 45 - 60 minutes and you eill receive about 150-200 images in your proposal album!
Want this moment captured?
My sessions are not rushed. So my clients come away feeling that their moment was theirs and the photography has only heightened the experience and created lasting memories you will look back on forever!
Heightened Experience
In the 14 years of photographing these delicate and intimate moments I have found clients have used these moments to heighten the entire experience. Especially if you are not from the area, my local expertise allows me to provide with you a memorable guided photo adventure!
Memories for Ever
There is literally nothing like a giant art print of the moment she said "yes" on your new home wall. Clients, years later send me photos of their prints, still in love! BUT! Your are now getting married right!? Bam, now you have your engagement photos for your invites and website! 💍
Testimonials
Megan
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐(2024)
My (now) fiancé sought Daniel’s services for a surprise proposal shoot and we couldn’t be happier with the photos!
Daniel was so personable and professional. The pictures and poses that he took looked very natural and truly expressed the happiness that my fiancé and I felt in that moment. I can honestly say that I have looked through the entire album at least once a day since we received them.
I also appreciated how he let us enjoy the post-proposal moment without feeling rushed.
Jovan
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐(2024)
The most incredible moment of my life was greatly enhanced by the work of Daniel. He helped pick the most perfect location at the perfect time of day and gave many great tips on what to do in my proposal. Daniel took the most incredible pics of my now fiancé and I, and I cannot wait to get large prints of these to hang up in our future home. Daniel made great recommendations and even helped me out by getting a champagne bottle and chutes for our moment. Daniel personalized this experience and I would recommend him to anyone who wants to have the absolute best proposal pics!
Shane
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (2023)
Daniel is extremely polite, professional, and prompt. He delivered our photos within hours and responded to all my requests within a timely matter. Planning/timing is crucial with a surprise proposal and he accommodated every request no matter how last minute. Quality of photos are immaculate!
Kirksey
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (2024)
Daniel made our proposal experience incredible and every single picture is incredible!! He made us feel so comfortable and was so helpful throughout the process (answering all of our questions, making recommendations) - the whole day was so easy! Would HIGHLY recommend using him for any of your needs - I will cherish our pictures forever!
Pricing
Proposal Pricing
$950
Perfect for the candid proposal along with photos after! 💍
- 45-60 minutes
- 150-200 high quality images
- Images ready the night of your session 🍾
- Large JPG + Social Media Ready files sizes
- Stress free $95 deposit
- Stress free weather insurance! Bad weather? Get 100% of your money back 💖
- Location research and guidance
- Access to my West Michigan Proposal Location Google Drive
- tips and tricks for best proposal
- Access to online print store
- Huge savings on Prints
- Beautiful photo gallery
- Shareable link for families and friends
Editorial & fine art photography
Hi, my name is
Daniel!
Big Sur & Carmel
Proposal Photographer
I am so stoked to be considered your proposal photographer! As a local to Carmel-by-the-Sea and Big Sur I can guide you to my favorite locations in the area!
Resources & Guides
FAQ
Do you sell RAWs?
Totally! Due to nature and size of RAW files I send these via USB drive so reach if interested!
Are you local to Big Sur?
Since 2013, my wife and I have lived in Carmel / Monterey and love it here! Being from Southern California, there is no place like Big Sur.
Can we include family?
Absolutely! I recommend having family show up 20 minutes before our session is meant to be over to heighten the experience and also give you time to enjoy your family and not feel rushed to get photos!
When will receive our images?
You will receive your Big Sur proposal album the night of your session! Why wait? Share these with your friends and family ASAP!
Do you do flower set ups?
State Parks does not allow flower set ups given the protected habitats but I can pick up a bouquet from a trusted local florist!
What if it rains?
Being a coastal environment the weather can be random! I provide rain insurance which means if it rains on your day and you want to cancel you get all money back!
