In 2025, I had the joy of photographing two incredible surprise proposals in Central Park on a boat! They were such romantic plans, and I can’t help but swoon every time I look at the photos!
Planning a surprise proposal is one of the most thrilling—and nerve-wracking—experiences. When done right, it becomes a memory you and your partner will treasure forever. I’m so glad these two were done right! For anyone hoping to combine a serene boat ride in Central Park with the excitement of a surprise proposal in a bustling city like New York, this idea is unbeatable. Afterwards, I love taking my couples around the park to a few favorite spots for more engagement session style photos; it’s always such a joyful day, and I cherish capturing all that happiness.
In both cases, I coordinated closely with the groom, waiting until he arrived at the dock to rent the boat. We had texted in the lead-up, so he knew I was ready and he could rely on me to capture it. Once they were rowing toward the Bow Bridge, the magical moment happened, and I was there to capture it all! Check out the unforgettable, romantic moments of both of these proposals below. The engagement session style photos that followed were pretty great too!
