In preparation for popping the big question, Chris searched high and low for the perfect location, and in the end he chose high — after a sneaky trip to scout for a good spot, he decided on a Grizzly Peak sunset surprise proposal to his girlfriend Jocelyn. High up in the Berkeley hills, this area offered not only a great view, but also soft grassy fields that danced under the golden sunset light and made a perfect setting for the special moment. [ read more … ]

On Saturday morning, Brandon and Amanda, being talented photographers themselves, drove to the Legion of Honor to give his sister and her boyfriend a photo shoot… or at least, that’s what Amanda thought. In reality, they were heading to their own surprise engagement! [ read more … ]

Joe and Eva’s engagement story is one that beautifully combines love, surprise, and the stunning scenery of Half Moon Bay. Under the pretense of taking a leisurely walk along the ocean with Eva’s brother, who happened to be in town for a visit, Joe led Eva to a picturesque spot where the waves gently rolled over the shoreline below.

As they stood there hand in hand, Joe turned to Eva, and with a heartfelt speech, he expressed his love and asked her to marry him. [ read more … ]

Four years ago, Laolu and Andrewnet met at the SF Botanical Gardens for their first date, and last week, they returned again. But this time, there were a couple of photographers hiding behind some (literal) bushes for this momentous occasion. [ read more … ]

JJ and Stephanie’s surprise proposal at the Ritz was an absolutely delightful moment for me to capture. On a beautiful weekend evening, just before dinner, the couple took a stroll along the cliffs next to the Ritz-Carlton in Half Moon Bay, enjoying the calm spring ocean breeze on their way over to the beach. As they approached a scenic point with a panoramic view of the ocean down below and the hotel in the background, JJ stopped to say a few words and ask a very important question [ read more … ]