Hampton and Anne-Marie's NYC Brooklyn Rooftop Proposal

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It’s no surprise New York is one of the top destinations to propose. Couples travel thousands of miles to make their special moment that much more special. From the iconic Brooklyn Bridge to the peaceful serenity of Central Park to the dazzling lights of Times Square, New York City is truly the most romantic city in the world. It makes our job as NYC Proposal Photographers amazing and easy.

A private nyc rooftop proposal, Amazing.

To date, we’ve photographed hundreds of proposals all throughout New York City, Long Island, Connecticut, and New Jersey. However, one of our favorite types of proposals to photograph is a rooftop proposal. For Hampton, there was no better location to propose than the rooftop of his Williamsburg, Brooklyn apartment terrace with its unobstructed views of all of Manhattan.

How to pick where to propose in NYC?

I always recommend the best place to propose as the one with meaning and significance. For Hampton, besides his awesome view of NYC, his apartment was where the two of them spend the most time together. It’s where they unwind after a long day of work, it’s where they make dinner together, and it’s where they shared their first apartment together.

Secret proposal Photographer, 007.

As a secret proposal photographer, I often don’t actually have to hide. In New York City, every resident and every tourist walks around with a camera. I’m just another guy. However, for a rooftop proposal the element of surprise can be hard, but there are exceptions. Often, I use this cover, “I’m with the building’s marketing team photographing the view. Just ignore me” or I just hide behind furniture.

Jonathan Heisler is a New York City photographer who specializes in photographing private NYC rooftop proposals, as well as engagement session and weddings.

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Alex and Becca's Central Park Model Boat Pond Proposal

Hiring a Secret Proposal Photographer In NYC

After 3 years of dating, Alex had made the decision to solidify his relationship with Becca. Alex reached out to Jonathan Heisler Photography, New York City’s most experienced proposal photographer, to help plan and later photograph his proposal. Upon approaching us to photograph the moment, Alex was certain on how, where, and when he would propose to Becca.

To start their morning off, they’d walk through the Central Park Conservatory just like they do every weekend when they are together in Manhattan. Then, they’d make their way down to the Central Park Model Boat Pond to meet Becca’s sister for brunch.

Proposing in Central Park is a picture perfect New York moment.

Alex and I discussed all of the benefits of proposing first thing in the morning. To start, the lighting is amazing for photographs. Next, once you ask the big question you have the whole day to celebrate; grab brunch with friends and family, spend the day together, or go somewhere. On today’s proposal, Alex had invited both his family and Becca’s family to Central Park to discreetly watch as he proposed, and to later celebrate.

We are photographers who specialize in photographing surprise proposals, engagements, and weddings.

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Central Park Proposal - Allen and Mata + Puppy!

As a Secret Central Park Proposal Photographer, we don’t often actually have to hide. We usually blend in amongst the tourists and the bird watchers with our camera. However, for Allen and Mata, Allen requested we be 100% out of site and not introduce ourselves post proposal. His hope was Mata would not know their moment was photographed until later.

Where to propose in New York City?

That’s often our most asked question. My answer is pick a place with meaning. For some couples, Central Park, NY is where they spent the most time getting to know one another. For others, it’s the Brooklyn Promenade waterfront overlooking all of Manhattan. Chose a place that is both beautiful and important.

For Allen, Central park was that special place as it’s where they take their dog everyday. Proposing in Manhattan’s Central Park made the most sense.

As a New York City Proposal Photographer I enjoy getting to know couple and I love photographing the moment their relationship enters the next step.

Today’s proposal session, was so cool! As the couple approached, I was hidden out of site photographing. First, Allen came with their new 10 week old German Shorthaired Pointer and then Mata caught up with their 4 year old Weimaraner. After some small talk, Allen got right down to business. He told Mata how much she meant to him. Then, he got down on one knee and asked.

Congrats!

We are photographers specializing in photographing surprise proposals, engagements, and weddings throughout the NYC Metropolitan Area.

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Ian and Victoria's Pier 17 NYC Surprise Proposal

Congrats Victoria and Ian on your engagement!

Working with a secret marriage proposal photographer in NYC is easy.

Several weeks before Ian’s proposal Ian reached out to discuss how, when, and where he would propose. Ian chose Pier 17 on Manhattan’s East Side for its unobstructed views of Brooklyn and the Brooklyn Bridge, and for its proximity to his Lower Manhattan apartment. Several times a week Ian and Victoria walk this section of Manhattan and take in the views of Brooklyn before going out to dinner, so tonight would be no different.

With helping Ian plan his secret proposal and setting up how I would discretely photograph the moment I asked the following questions.

• What time are you going to propose?

• Which direction will you be coming from?

• How are you going to get her to the location?

• What’s your Plan B if it rains?

NYC PROPOSAL PHOTOGRAPHER IN ACTION

Right on time, Ian and Victoria walked through Pier 17, and towards our planned location. Ian’s sister, visiting from out of town also came with them well knowing Ian’s plan. The weather could not have been more perfect, nor could the view of the Brooklyn Bridge. The second I saw the couple approaching I started photographing. Victoria did not suspect a thing!

After you propose, it’s nice to share the moment!

After Ian popped the question we took several posed photos and then did a mini-engagement style session along Pier 17 and throughout South Street Seaport.

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Marvin and Tessa's Central Park Proposal

Photographing Central Park Proposals

This summery Central Park Proposal was so much fun to photograph. I loved capturing the vibrant blue sky above the NYC skyline surrounding Marvin’s emotional proposal to Tessa. As New York City proposal photographers, Trent and I love helping couples plan and photograph the start to the next chapter of their love story.

How Marvin Figured Out Where to Propose in New York City

As NYC proposal photographers, we work hard to make sure that all planning is done discreetly and professionally as far in advance of the proposal day as possible. So, Marvin and I setup a time to talk about when and where to propose in NYC.

When Marvin was deciding on where to propose and telling me about his relationship’s story,, Central Park was high on his list. When proposing most people consider Central Park, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Times Square, and the Empire State Building, as some of the most popular spots to pop the question in New York. But what’s most important when choosing a proposal location is the significance a spot has within your relationship.

For Marvin and Tessa, Manhattan’s Central Park was and is there special spot. Hernshead Rocks, near Ladies Pavillion on Central Park’s West Side would be the exact spot in the park.

Proposal Photography is more than just capturing the big ask

When planning to photograph Marvin and Tessa’s proposal, Marvin mentioned they are taking salsa dance lessons. So, post proposal we took a bunch of fun engagement style posed photos. And of course, Marvin broke out the dance moves!

Photographer: Trent Campbell

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A Central Park Picnic and a Proposal - Heriberto & Catherine's NYC Proposal

Finding a Proposal Photographer in NYC

Heriberto reached out to wanting a proposal photographer to help him and his soon-to-be fiancée, Catherine, remember their time living and exploring NYC. Heriberto wanted his photos to highlight the NYC skyline, Central Park, and the unique moments a one can have living in this great city.

About the couple….

He and Cathrine would be moving from New York to Boston next month, so Heriberto planned to make this surprise proposal as New York as possible. To make sure the moment went off without a hitch he need an experienced NYC Proposal Photographer to document the moment.

Central Park was his proposal location of choice. The couple had spent many sunny days hanging out in “The Great Lawn”, so he thought it would be the perfect spot for a picnic, and the big suprise.

“Satur-date in the park”

Heriberto and I planned out the day for his secret proposal. He and Cathrine would spend the morning in a rowboat near the Loeb Boathouse, and then pick up their Perfect Picnic basket just outside the park, and then walk to The Great Lawn where I, their secret proposal photographer, would be waiting for them.

Whether it’s hiding in bushes or in the night, an NYC Proposal Photographer stays out of sight!

I spotted the two when they entered the park and discreetly took photos before the big moment as they set their picnic up. When the time was right Heriberto pulled the ring out and got down on one knee and…..

Cathrine said yes! She was so surprised and excited. The two celebrated with Champagne before we roamed around for a mini-engagement shoot. It was quite the perfect sunny Saturday afternoon in Central Park.

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