Washington DC Surprise Proposal Planning
Ready to plan your surprise proposal? After photographing over 200 surprise proposals the past few years in DC, i’ve gathered a list of tips and thoughts to consider when planning! For more detailed information and to schedule a call to chat about your surprise proposal please get in touch!
Here are some tips and ideas for planning your surprise proposal in Washington DC!
Select a special location to propose:
Considering choosing a location that has meaning to you as a couple: perhaps the place you first met, location of your first kiss, or a place you frequent often. This could be a restaurant, a park area, a coffee shop you go to often etc.
A destination surprise proposal is always fun. Perhaps there is a place you’ve always wanted to visit as a couple. During a weekend trip might be the perfect opportunity to propose and make a memorable trip. Washington DC is a popular location for a weekend trip and a proposal at the monuments would be a great option!
Based on time of you are may consider different options. During the winter perhaps an indoor location, an ice skating rink, or a festive location might be a fun idea! During the spring perhaps a garden or park with blooms might be beautiful. In DC Cherry Blossoms around March & April are popular!
Selecting a Date:
The date of your anniversary for your relationship, a birthday or any date that has personal meaning is a great option!
Weekend dates are most popular to pair with plans for after the proposal. Keep in mind that weekends book up quickly with photographers so it’s recommended to plan ahead!
Be flexible on date - consider having a backup date if you want to avoid bad weather.
Create your Game-plan:
Book a surprise proposal photographer or proposal planner who has worked with many proposals before to offering planning and advice.
Decide how you are going to ask the question and other details. Are you going to include flowers or music? Are you going to invite any family to be there to celebrate and witness? Do you have plans for dinner or celebrating afterwards?
Have a back up plan in case of bad weather
Need additional tips and ideas? Get in touch HERE to schedule a call and book your photography. I look forward to photographing your proposal moment!
Surprise Proposal Photography includes detailed planning & advice, photography session to capture the proposal moment, portraits afterwards, and your online gallery of your beautifully processed high resolution images delivered in less then a week. The online gallery is easy to share with friends and family!
Learn more about planning a surprise proposal in Washington DC by using the contact form or emailing jonflemingphotography@gmail.com