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Carolina + Jack’s Surprise Proposal

Jack and Carolina were visiting from out of town when Jack reached out with plans to propose in Santa Monica. Wanting something private and meaningful, we chose Palisades Park as the perfect spot, tucked away with ocean views and a quieter feel.

The day came with rain, and for a moment it looked like we might need to change plans. In the end, we stuck with our original location, and everything came together beautifully. Even with the weather, the proposal felt intimate, heartfelt, and full of emotion, a reminder that the most meaningful moments don’t need perfect conditions to be unforgettable.

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Vi + Josh’s Surprise Proposal

Vi and Josh’s surprise proposal session took place on November 16, 2025, at Point Vicente Lighthouse in Palos Verdes, with sweeping ocean views and coastal cliffs setting the scene. The moment unfolded quietly and beautifully, surrounded by sea air, soft light, and the steady rhythm of the waves below. From the surprise itself to the joy that followed, the session was filled with genuine emotion, tender reactions, and the kind of connection that made the moment feel both intimate and unforgettable.

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Ritika + Rohan’s Surprise Proposal

Rohan planned a quiet, thoughtful proposal for Ritika at the Getty, a place deeply woven into their story. It’s where they shared their first date and first kiss after reconnecting in Southern California, years after meeting in high school in Northern California and going to prom together. For them, the Getty holds some of their earliest and most meaningful memories.

The day unfolded effortlessly. By coincidence, we parked at the same time and rode the elevator up together, which made it easy to blend into the surroundings while Ritika remained completely unaware. Rohan had carefully chosen the exact spot for the proposal, somewhere beautiful, intentional, and true to them. When he asked her to take a selfie, it became the perfect cue. I stayed back, giving them space, and captured the moment as it naturally happened.

Her reaction was pure shock and joy. After giving them time to soak it all in, we continued with relaxed portraits while wandering through the Getty together. The entire experience felt calm, genuine, and deeply personal, just like the photographs that came from it.