Lincoln Memorial Surprise Proposal & Engagement Session
The Lincoln Memorial is one of my favorite monuments and I have captured many surprise proposals here! Between the columns with a view of The Washington Monument is always an amazing shot with iconic views of Washington DC. After this proposal we walked around the front of the memorial and along the reflecting pool and captured more portrais! Congratulations to this newly engaged couple!
Georgetown Waterfront Park Surprise Proposal
Georgetown & Georgetown Waterfront Park is one of my favorite Washington DC locations for engagement sessions & surprise proposals! I captured Spencer's surprise proposal to his girlfriend Amanda over the winter along the pathway directly next to the water. The surprise reaction was picture perfect! Holiday lights and decorations around Georgetown made for some great portrats after the proposal. I am so excited to share these images.
National Harbor Surprise Proposal & Engagement Session
National Harbor is always a great location for a Surprise Proposal! The Ferris Wheel makes a great backdrop for portraits especially at night after the lights are very visible. The National Harbor also has a lot of great sculptures and statues to capture photos with.
Georgetown Waterfront Surprise Proposal & Engagement Session
I captured another surprise proposal in Washington DC along the Georgetown Waterfront! The Georgetown Waterfront Park has a great view of The Key Bridge which connects Georgetown to Rosslyn, Virginia. This is a perfect spot for a surprise proposal with minimal tourist and an amazing view. During the winter Georgetown has it's Georgetown Glow Festival which features many light exhibits scattered around the area which makes for some unique photos. We also stopped by one of my favorite bridges for more portraits. Here are some of my favorite images! I love captureing surprise proposals and the emotional reactions involved!
5 Unique Surprise Proposal Locations in Washington DC
5 Unique Surprise Proposal Locations in Washington DC
Looking for a unique location in Washington DC for your surprise proposal? I have captured many surprise proposals all over DC and here are 5 of my favorites! If you need help planning your surprise proposal or are looking to book a surprise proposal photographer i'd be happy to chat with you further! Just send an email by going to the contact form on my website here!
The Newseum Rooftop Terrace - The 6th floor rooftop terrace at The Newseum in Washington DC has an amazing view of The Capitol making for a great backdrop for any photo! The museum does have an admission fee but the museum and this view it totally worth it!
The National Zoo - The National Zoo is a fun place to propose! I loved capturing this surprise proposal in front of the African elephants exhibit!
The National Gallery of Art - Outside of The National Gallery of Art in DC there are some cool sculptures including the glass pyramids! During the winter the ice skating rink is also a great place to propose!
Mount Vernon - Mount Vernon in Alexandria, Virginia was George Washington's home built in 1735. The back of the mansion has a grassy area with a great view of The Potomac River and the mansion.
Georgetown Waterfront - The Georgetown Waterfront overlooks The Kennedy Center and is a great spot for an afternoon walk along the water.
Surprise Proposal at Jones Point Park in Alexandria, Virginia
Jones Point Park is one of my favorite parks in Alexandria, Virginia for surprise proposals and engagement sessions! The park is right along The Potomac River with a view of The National Harbor and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. Jones Point Park is normally a quiet location with most people there just running or biking through. One of the most popular features of the park is the lighthouse that was built in 1855. It is the last remaining riverine lighthouse in Virginia. There are many great pathways, grassy areas, and the parking lot under the bridge is perfect for portraits as well. The grounds of the park are open from 6am-10pm but the best time for photos is a few hours before sunset. Each surprise proposal and engagement session I capture at Jones Point Park is different and unique as the park changes each season.
Jefferson Memorial Fall Surprise Proposal
I always love capturing surprise proposals at the memorials. The Jefferson Memorial is a great location to propose as it is normally not as crowded as The Lincoln Memorial. The surrounding Tidal Basin is always great for portraits and their is a perfect view of The Washington Monument!
Downtown Washington DC Newseum Surprise Proposal
Souvik proposed to his girlfriend on his birthday during a trip to The Newseum in Washington DC on the 6th floor terrace which overlooks Pennsylvania Avenue with an amazing view of The Capitol! The Newseum is a popular museum in DC that opened in 2008. After the surprise proposal we captured some portraits in front of the museum and across the street in front of The National Gallery of Art.
Mount Vernon Surprise Proposal & Engagement Session
Mount Vernon was George Washington's mansion built in 1735 by his father near Alexandria, Virginia. The plantation is right on the edge of The Potomac River and has a lot of trails and trees making it a great location for engagement sessions or surprise proposals. I loved capturing this proposal when Robbie proposed to his girlfriend with a view of the mansion behind them! We walked around and got some greta portraits with the fall colors until we made out way out and were surprise by friends and family there to congratulate the newly engaged couple!
Dulles Airport Surprise Proposal
I captured this unique surprise proposal at Dulles Airport after Todd arrived on an international flight to come home to his girlfriend who met him inside the airport just outside the arrivals gate! Todd was surprise with flowers from his girlfriend and he returned the surprise with a ring and a surprise visit from her dad.
Lincoln Memorial Surprise Proposal & National Mall Engagement Session
Dan proposed to his girlfriend during a trip to Washington DC at the top of The Lincoln Memorial! My favorite part of capturing surprise proposals is capturing the reaction to the surprise! As we walked down along The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool towards The World War II Memorial they made a phone call to their close family members to announce the news and I was able to capture some more great exciting emotion!
So many tourist in the summer!
The Inn at Little Washington Surprise Proposal
Josh proposed to his girlfriend with The Blue Ridge Mountains in the background during a weekend stay at The Inn at Little Washington in Washington, Virginia. The gardens and views made for some really awesome portraits!
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Thank you Josh for this great testimonial!
"Working with Jon to capture my proposal was a truly great experience. Despite a late inquiry - I initially contacted him about a week before the date - Jon was extremely flexible and accommodating. There were some proposal aspects that I had not decided on with certainty and he set aside more than enough time to ensure that the moment was captured professionally and beautifully. All contractual and payment details were upfront and straightforward - no unexpected costs, no muss, no fuss. As far as the pictures go, I love what Jon produced for us. He was able to frame our photos impeccably with our surroundings - we have received countless compliments from everyone that we've shared them with. His initial estimate was that all our photos would be available after 1-2 weeks, but we received them all in a nicely-presented online album in after 2 days. Highly recommended!"
Jones Point Lighthouse Surprise Proposal & Engagement Session
Recently I captured another surprise proposal at Jones Point Park in Alexandria, Virginia. This time the proposal happen in front of Jones Point Lighthouse which was built in 1855! Jones Point Park is located right next to Old Town Alexandria. The park area goes under the Capitol Beltway.
Old Town Alexandria Surprise Proposal & Engagement Session
Old Town Alexandria is always a great place for a surprise proposal! Christian proposed to his girlfriend along the waterfront at Founders Park. On the day of the proposal it started to rain so we went to The Wilkes Street Tunnel in Old Town for more portraits. I have always wanted to shoot at this tunnel and it was finally my chance! I hope to do more sessions at Wilkes Street Tunnel soon.
Jones Point Park Surprise Proposal & Engagement Session in Alexandria, Virginia
Jones Point Park in Alexandria, Virginia is located right under the capitol beltway bride. The park is the perfect place for a surprise proposal! The park is normally quite and private with a lot of great options for portraits. I captured this surprise moment when Brock proposed to his girlfriend after their picnic along the water. Under the bridge makes for some awesome urban portraits.
National Harbor Ferris Wheel Surprise Proposal
I captured this surprise proposal just before sunset at The National Harbor! The National Harbor features many great restaurants, shops and the iconic ferris wheel making it a perfect location for a night out. After the proposal the sun was setting quickly and we were able to capture some awesome night portraits!
Georgetown Waterfront Surprise Proposal Washington DC
I love capturing surprise proposals and engagement sessions in Georgetown! There is so much variety to work with. Urban areas, cool brick walls, bridges, the canal, the waterfront with views of The Key Bridge, The Kennedy Center and The Rosslyn Skyline. There are so many options for great portraits all within walking distance. Each time I capture a session in Georgetown there are always endless possibilities!
Lincoln Memorial Surprise Proposal & Cherry Blossom Engagement Session
Nic proposed to his girlfriend surrounded my many tourist in DC for The Cherry Blossom Festival in front of The Lincoln Memorial! After waling down the steps of the monument he got on his knee and presented the ring as I was there to capture the moment! I love working with couples to plan their proposal and then capture the moment as it unfolds! After the proposal we walked near the the water by the memorial to capture some Cherry Blossom images with the iconic trees. Ending the session we captured some beautiful shots with the sunset! Congratulations!
Old Town Alexandria Surprise Proposal & Engagement Session
Loved capturing this Old Town Alexandria Surprise Proposal and Engagement Session! Old Town Alexandria is one of my favorite places in Northern Virginia for engagement sessions. There are so many options including the waterfront, boats, parks, and cobblestone streets.
National Gallery of Art Engagement Session & Surprise Proposal
Charles had planned to propose to his girlfriend in Paris France while his finance was on a business trip in November however just before their trip the tragic November 2015 Paris Attacks occurred and their trip was postponed. Changing his plans last minute he decided to propose outside The National Gallery of Art in front of The Glass Pyramids similar to those in Paris at The Louvre. Charles proposed in front of their family who stood by to capture images form their cell phones and then congratulate the newly engaged couple afterwards! Afterwards we walked inside The Gallery of Art to capture some shots in the LED tunnel that connects the two buildings and then some more outside the museum and at The Capitol!
