Surprise proposal on one knee with Big Sur backdrop
— She'll never see it coming —
Surprise Proposal Photography · Big Sur · Carmel · Monterey

Pop the question.
We'll capture
every second.

You plan the moment — we stay hidden and capture the real reaction in photos and video, from the first "yes" to the happy tears. Clips ready to post by the next morning. All along California's most beautiful coastline.

100+ Proposals Captured
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Truly hidden — we blend in as tourists
Full planning: maps, GPS pins & timing
Photos as soon as that night · clips in 24hrs
Out-of-towners welcome & guided
— Planning a surprise? —
Let's lock in your perfect moment.
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Stress-free from start to "yes."

Especially if you're traveling in — we make the whole thing easy and foolproof.

i
Reach Out

Tell us your date and the vibe you're after. We'll check availability and start mapping it out.

ii
We Plan It

You get a location pin, GPS coordinates, sample galleries, and a step-by-step timeline by email beforehand.

iii
We Stay Hidden

We arrive early and blend in as tourists (even camo when needed) so she has no idea we're there.

iv
Celebrate & Relive

We capture the real moment, then roll into a mini session. Photos delivered as soon as that night.

Hidden photographer capturing proposal Ring reveal

Truly hidden.
Truly natural.

The whole magic of a surprise proposal is that it stays a surprise. We've mastered the art of being invisible until the big moment — so the only thing she notices is you, down on one knee.

  • i
    We blend in as tourists. At popular scenic spots, we look like anyone else snapping photos of the view.
  • ii
    Camo when it counts. For more exposed locations, we'll even go full ghillie suit to stay completely out of sight.
  • iii
    Step-by-step coordination. Maps, GPS pins, and exact timing signals so you know precisely where to walk and when.
  • iv
    Then a mini session. Right after the yes, we capture 30–45 minutes of you two glowing — newly engaged.

The most breathtaking spots on the coast.

Each location has its own magic. Tell us the vibe you're after and we'll dial in the exact spot — down to the GPS pin.

Big Sur cliffs
Big Sur Cliffs
Dramatic · Adventurous · Iconic
Carmel Beach
Carmel Beach
Classic · Clean · Sunset
Soberanes Point and Lovers Point
Soberanes & Lovers Point
Scenic · Intimate · Hidden Gems

Not sure which fits? That's what we're here for — we'll help you choose.

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Check Your Date

Posted before
the champagne goes flat.

Everyone's going to ask: "is there a video??" Now the answer is yes — without waiting on a full cinematic edit. We capture the entire proposal moment on video, plus quick clips from your mini session, cut vertical and ready to post.

  • The full proposal moment, start to "yes"
  • Clips from the celebration after
  • Vertical — made for Reels, TikTok & Stories
  • In your phone within 24 hours
  • +$400 with any photo package · $600 on its own

Real client content — exactly what lands in your phone.

No hidden fees.
Just the moment.

Every package includes full planning support, location coordination, and a fully edited gallery delivered fast.

Photo
$800
Hidden proposal + mini session
  • Hidden proposal coverage
  • 30–45 min mini session after
  • Every photo included — fully edited
  • Full gallery to download & share
  • Delivered as soon as that night
  • Location planning & GPS pins
  • Romantic setup available +$200
Choose Photo
Photo + Film
$1,600
The keepsake — hear it, relive it
  • Everything in Photo
  • Cinematic proposal film
  • We mic you up — hear every word
  • Longer, fully crafted edit
  • Mini session filmed cinematically
  • Film delivered within 72 hours
  • Roses, blanket & bubbly setup — free (optional)
Choose Photo + Film

"One is for tonight. One is for forever." Content Creation is designed for posting fast — the Cinematic Film is the one you rewatch on anniversaries. Want content only, without photos? That's $600 on its own. Have something special in mind? Just ask.

They trusted us with
the big moment.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"I wanted true 'hidden photographer' shots plus a short shoot afterward, and he absolutely delivered. Drew literally dressed in camouflage to stay out of sight. We had our photos the very next day."

HV
Haleigh V. Big Sur Proposal
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Being from Texas, they went out of their way to get all parties involved to make my planning easier in Big Sur. They even surprised us with video footage. Beyond pleased — would definitely use them again!"

RL
Robert L. Big Sur Proposal · from Texas
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"My experience with Drew was great. He set up a great plan in the perfect location. The pictures came out great and taking them was a smooth experience."

MH
Matthew H. Coastal Proposal

And then, we celebrate.

Once she says yes, we don't just clock out. We grab a photo, pop a quick champagne, make sure your hands stop shaking. By the end, we feel less like vendors and more like friends.

Drew with newly engaged couple

"That ring shot, though."Just Engaged

Drew and Jackie with engaged couple coastal

"Big Sur sunset crew."Coastal Proposal

Drew and Jackie celebrating proposal cliffs

"She said yes — and we cried too."Big Sur Cliffs

Drew with engaged couple at Big Sur lookout

"Worth every cliff-hike."Coastal Lookout

Drew with couple holding white roses

"Roses, ring, and a yes."Big Sur Proposal

Drew and Jackie with couple in grass

"Family by the end of the day."Carmel Highlands

"We're not just behind the camera — we're rooting for you the whole way."

Questions couples ask us most.

It's the whole art of what we do. At popular scenic spots, we simply blend in as tourists — looking like anyone else taking photos of the view, which is super common out here. For more exposed or quiet locations, we'll even go full camouflage / ghillie suit to stay completely out of sight.

Either way, we coordinate exact timing and positioning with you beforehand, so she has absolutely no idea until you're down on one knee.

Photo is $800. Add Content Creation — the proposal on video plus postable clips, delivered in 24 hours — for $400 more ($1,200 total). Or go all in with the Cinematic Film for $1,600 total: we mic you up and craft a longer cinematic edit, delivered within 72 hours. Content Creation on its own (no photos) is $600.

Both bundles also include our romantic setup free — roses, a blanket, and champagne or sparkling cider (your choice). It's optional, and it's +$200 with the Photo package.

Every package includes full planning support, location coordination, and fast delivery. No hidden fees.

Content Creation is for tonight. The full proposal moment on video plus quick clips from your mini session — vertical, ready to post, in your phone within 24 hours. Perfect for announcing to the world while the moment is still fresh.

The Cinematic Film is for forever. We mic you up so you hear every word, film the whole thing cinematically, and craft a longer edit delivered within 72 hours — the one you'll rewatch on every anniversary.

Plenty of couples grab content for the announcement and come back wishing they had the film — if you're torn, the film includes the moment either way, and we can talk through it on our call.

All of them. We don't hold photos back or make you pay for extras — every good frame from your proposal and mini session is edited and included. The only ones we remove are the obvious misses: closed eyes, blurry or out-of-focus shots, and duplicates.

Your online gallery stays live for 6 months, so you and your families have plenty of time to download, share, and order prints. We recommend downloading your full-resolution copies right away as a backup.

A beautiful scene waiting at your spot: fresh roses, a cozy blanket, and a bottle to pop — champagne or sparkling cider, your choice — for the celebration toast right after the yes. The roses go home with you.

It's included free with Photo + Content and Photo + Film, or +$200 with the Photo package. Totally optional — if you'd rather keep the natural look, just skip it (same price). Setup availability can vary by location; we'll confirm when we plan your spot.

We typically spend 30–45 minutes together — sometimes up to an hour. That covers the hidden proposal moment itself, plus a relaxed mini session right after so you can celebrate being newly engaged with some beautiful portraits.

Fast. If your shoot is early in the day, you'll often have them that same night. Otherwise, you'll have them by the next morning at the latest — fully edited and ready to download and share with family and friends. Your gallery stays live for 6 months.

Absolutely — this is one of our specialties. Before your trip, we send a full plan by email: location pin, GPS coordinates, sample galleries, and a step-by-step timeline so everything flows smoothly even if you've never been here.

Timing matters a lot on this coast (golden hour, fog, tides), so we help you lock in exactly the right window. You just show up and pop the question.

Our favorite proposal spots include Big Sur's cliffs, Carmel Beach, Soberanes Point, and Lovers Point — plus a few hidden Big Sur gems that need a GPS pin to find. We'll match the location to the vibe you want, whether that's dramatic and adventurous or clean and classic.

Now booking proposals along the coast
— The moment starts here —

Ready to make
her say yes?

Tell us your date and where you're thinking. We'll reply fast with a plan, location ideas, and everything you need to pull off the perfect surprise.

We reply fast · Out-of-town couples welcome · Your surprise stays safe with us

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