How They Met:

Back in December of 2009, John and Bridget met through mutual friends at a bar.  They got to chatting and hit it off.  While talking they realized that watching football games over beer and wings with great company was a favorite activity for them both, a shared interest that tipped them off towards the possibility of a deeper connection.

They began to spend time together and truly enjoyed each other’s company.  But John was in the process of applying for other jobs nationwide, and they avoided being too serious because of the possibility that he may have to move away for work.

Two years later, on the 4th of July, John came to visit Bridget at her Jersey Shore house to let her know that he had accepted a Texas job offer and only had a few months left in NYC.  Faced with the idea of losing each other forever and wanting to make the most of their remaining time together, they decided to start dating.

Their compatibility was undeniable.

“We are both Virgos, very similar in personality,” Bridget gushed. “When we both want the same thing, the result is amazing!”

Ultimately, John declined the job offer in order to stay in NYC and see where the relationship would go.  He officially asked Bridget to be his girlfriend in a Christmas card that year.  Initially she turned him down–but not because she didn’t want to be with him.

“I didn’t want an anniversary on Christmas,” she said. “What girl does?? Our official relationship date is December 26th, as I woke up the next day and said ‘Yes I will be your girlfriend!'”

How They Knew:

They have been together for the four years since, sharing incredible experiences including travels to Canada, Aruba and return trips to the Jersey shore.

John knew relatively early on that Bridget was The One.  When he started thinking about his future, he couldn’t imagine it without her.  Bridget also sensed early on that they were meant for each other, and says she couldn’t have asked for a better person to share the experience of the last four years with.

“I can’t wait to explore the world and see what the future holds for us!” She said.

The Proposal:

John wanted his proposal to the best woman in the world to have views of the best city in the world. So he chose Long Island City as the spot for its views of Manhattan.

He reached out to Bridget’s best friend Nicole for advice, and to help coordinate having friends and family hidden nearby to join them to celebrate after he popped the question.

And on a warm summer day, he dropped to one knee in front of the retro-chic landmark Pepsi Cola sign, and presented Bridget with a gorgeous ring from Jared, The Galleria of Jewelry!

John and Bridget opted for the Proposal Photography package and post-proposal portrait session in NYC.  Learn more about this awesome proposal photography plan, here.

Get inspired!  Check out more of our NYC surprise engagement photography.  Ready to plan and capture your own dream marriage proposal? Contact us for a free consultation with one of our proposal experts.

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After 3 months of rehab, Central Park’s iconic Bow Bridge is now reopened to the public, according to this article by DNA info.  The bridge’s intricate details have been repainted and it’s gotten a new, gorgeous wooden deck– just in time for the best marriage proposal months.

The park’s most highly photographed bridge has been the site of many Paparazzi Proposals, chosen for its romantic sentiment and picture-perfect setting.

So, to celebrate its reopening, we are offering $100 discount on our proposal photography package for any couple that books a proposal on the bridge or in a gondola from now until September 1st.  This includes a free consultation, proposal planning, surprise engagement photography and an engagement shoot for just $395.  And, three to four business days after your proposal, you are provided with 100+ high resolution, print-ready photos in an easily accessible online gallery for download and print.

Here are some of our favorite proposal moments featuring the bridge.

Bow Bridge proposals for every season

Spring

Matt proposed to Jake shortly before the bridge was closed down for repairs.  The views were awesome, and Matt’s reaction was priceless!  You can view the couple’s full slideshow, here.

Fall

Joseph dropped to one knee with a colorful display of fall foliage in the background!  The colors added to this couple’s romantic engagement shoot.

Winter

This couple was all smiles despite the cold weather!  The swirling snow turned Bow Bridge into a winter wonderland.

From Central Park NYC to Venice, Italy

Karmvir and Melanee’s gondola proposal transformed the waterways of Central Park into the canals of Venice Italy!  The bridge in the background made it all the more romantic.

Engagement Shoots

These lovebirds paused for a romantic photo in front of the Bridge after their engagement was captured with surprise engagement photography:

Ready for your own romantic Bow Bridge proposal moment? Contact us for a free consultation with one of our proposal experts.  We are here to help every step of the way to plan your dream proposal.

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You’ve chosen to have your big proposal moment captured with surprise engagement photography. But now you have another important decision to make.  What is going to be the best place for your engagement photos?  The location has to mean something to the two of you while still acting as the perfect backdrop for the photos that will capture the big day.

Luckily, as proposal experts, we’ve got some answers for you.

A Walk In the Park

The hard part was finding The One.  Your proposal should be a walk in the park— literally!

Juan opted for our Perfect Picnic package in his gorgeous proposal.

Central Park is the absolutely perfect place to propose year round.  In the spring and summer, the greenery lends a romantic atmosphere to your proposal.  The reds, oranges and yellows of autumn make a stunning backdrop.  And snow transforms the whole park into a winter wonderland in the colder months.  Make it all the more idyllic with a park proposal, like Juan’s or with a fairytale horse and carriage ride!

Landmark Moments

NYC is full of landmarks.  Make your memories last by choosing something iconic.

Jason, seen here, opted for the Times Square Proposal Package for his recent NYC engagement.

This is the perfect proposal idea for someone who may be visiting from out of town, and wants to capture the spirit of their adventure along with their proposal!  Your love story is iconic, so why shouldn’t your surprise engagement be too?  Opt for a stunning Statue of Liberty private boat cruise to include romance, privacy and a backdrop to remember!  Or, follow Jason’s lead and rent out the Times Square big screen to broadcast a custom proposal message, making the bustling city center all yours for a few magic moments.

Best Burroughs

If the two of you are from New York, personalize your proposal by making it location-specific.

James booked our classic proposal photography package for his romantic NYC proposal.

Whether it’s the place where you first met, the restaurant where you had your first date, or your neighborhood, having it in your engagement photos is an important testament to your love.  That’s what James did in his recent Lower East Side proposal, taking his special someone back to where it all began and proposing on the very crosswalk where the two shared their first kiss.  So romantic!

Rooftop Romance

Like a view?  NYC has countless places to propose with sweeping views of Manhattan below.  

David opted for our proposal photography package with an awesome engagement photography session afterwards to make sure he captured all of the magic!

This is perfect for couples who are from NYC, or pairs who want to see it all as they pop the question.  It’s a great way to include the entirety of NYC in your stunning engagement photos!  That’s what David did in his recent Top of the Rock Proposal to Jill.  The pair was visiting from out of town and he wanted to make their engagement even more of an occasion to remember. 

Check out other awesome NYC proposals we have planned and photographed.  If you’re not in NYC and still want to capture your engagement with discreet paparazzi-style photography, it’s no problem!  Our services are available nationwide.

All of these engagement photos have you thinking about your own surprise engagement?  We’ve got you covered.  Contact us today for a free consultation with one of our proposal experts.

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You want the moment of your proposal to be memorable. It is a once-in-a-lifetime event that the two of you should cherish forever. The best way to make sure your big day is stunning: pick the right location! We’ve put together a list of our favorite NYC proposal spots, which serve as perfect backdrops for surprise engagement photography!

Top of the Rock

This proposal is all about NYC! Whether you’re visiting from out of town, or a native New Yorker, the Top of the Rock is the perfect place for an iconic proposal moment. Some of our favorite Top of the Rock proposal moments so far include:

• Jae and Xue’s Cloud 9 Proposal: Jae popped the question in a romantic blanket of dreamy clouds.
• Oray and Julia’s Top of the Rock Proposal: Oray took his whirlwind romance with Julia to the next level by proposing high above NYC.

Brooklyn Bridge

Just because you’re in Brooklyn doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice phenomenal views! A proposal at the Brooklyn Bridge Park or on the Bridge itself is a bit quieter than a Manhattan engagement. Plus, the two of you will be able to see the entirety of Manhattan while you stroll over the East River, or in the park! Some of the best bridge proposals we’ve seen so far:

• Tim and Sydney’s Proposal in Brooklyn Bridge Park
• Andre and Mikaela’s Brooklyn Bridge Proposal

Central Park

Central park is the pride and joy of the city. And with miles of meandering pathways, fountains, statues, reflection pools and even a zoo, it is the perfect place to pop the question, year-round.

• Rusty and Jessica’s Romantic Proposal
• Matt and Jake’s Bow Bridge Proposal
• Rahim and Ria’s Bethesda Fountain Engagement

Rooftop Proposal

Whether it’s at a hotel, or on the top of your own apartment, a rooftop proposal is a perfect way to propose with a view! You are still in the heart of Manhattan, but removed from all the hustle and bustle. Check out how these marriage hopefuls dropped down to one knee hundreds of feet above the ground:

Colin and Irene’s Apartment Proposal:  Every night, they shared a toast on their rooftop with a view.  So when the time came to propose, Colin wanted it to be in their special spot.

Michael and Caitlin’s Hotel Rooftop Engagement: She always dreamt of a  rooftop engagement.  So when Michael whisked his small-town girl away to the big city for the weekend, he chose this private hotel rooftop for his proposal!

Ready to plan your own proposal with a view?  Simply seeking NYC proposal ideas? Either way, Paparazzi Proposals has you covered.  Check out some of our favorite NYC Proposals for inspiration.  And when you’re ready to pop the question,  contact us for a free proposal planning consultation. With our unique brand of surprise engagement photography, we can help you both plan and photograph your dream engagement.  And if you’re not in NY, it’s not a problem.  Our services are available everywhere!

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This couple, beautiful both inside and out, has a special connection to us. Not only did we shoot their engagement portraits, we we were also lucky enough to have photographed the moment Dan proposed back in January!

There are so many different ways we work with couples. Some use our proposal planning services for creative ideas and romantic locations. Others have us secretly photograph their actual engagement paparazzi-style, providing genuine photographs of this amazing once in a lifetime event to share moment with friends and loved ones. Other couples have used our engagement photography services for save the date or engagement announcements. Dan & Taryn? they did it all! Click to see the photos from their adorable engagement shoot in Hoboken. Want to see how it all started? Take a peek at the pictures from Dan’s amazingly romantic snowy central park proposal.

We love what we do! Find out how we help you plan and photograph your dream proposal. Ready to “commit?” Contact us for a complimentary brainstorming session of creative proposal ideas and romantic locations to get engaged. Want to see more of the exciting proposals we have done? Click to see all our full collection of proposals and engagements here.

Know of someone trying to come up with a creative and memorable way to pop the question? Be sure to tell them about us. Or, if you just happen to like seeing genuine pictures of real proposals as they happen, be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Pinterest or like our Facebook page to see new pictures of couples getting engaged daily!

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