He led Angie from one incredible gesture to the next, starting with a gorgeous skyline helicopter ride to see the greatest city in the world from a bird’s eye view, followed by a trip to the top of the Trade Center.

After running back to where they were staying at the Essex Hotel, he told her he had a special lunch planned.  They headed outside, where he told her to pick a horse and buggy for a ride to where he had a Perfect Picnic arranged to have set up for them, and the ultimate surprise in store: his romantic marriage proposal!

How They Met:

Marc and his fiancé met on match.com and after chatting for a while online, they made plans to meet up in person and see if the initial chemistry translated into something more!

Something told Marc that Angie was special, and he wanted to meet with her right away, but he was leaving for a trip to Cuba. So he asked her out to dinner in advance and as soon as he got back the couple met up for the first time on February 5th, a date Marc has memorized!

Conversation was easy over dinner. They had a similar sense of humor and outlook on life, and the back and forth banter they had online was even better than expected. Marc loved that Angie was so interested in hearing about his trip and looking through the photos he took while he was away, and she was intrigued by his passion for life. After their date, they sat in his car by the beach in their home city of Boca Raton, Florida, watching the waves roll in and feeling relaxed and happy in each other’s company. It was the evening of his 50th birthday, and when the clock struck midnight he got the best gift he could have asked for— a kiss from his future wife!

How They Knew

Marc knew that he had met someone truly unique.

He had never been this intrigued by someone he just met, and he wasted no time— asking her out on a second date while they were still on their first.

The couple says they knew almost immediately that they had found The One. Their initial feelings only grew as they spent more time together!

The Proposal

Marc wanted to propose, and an invitation to New Jersey for a Bar Mitzvah presented the perfect opportunity.

He planned for a few extra days for them to stay in New York, and set about coming up with his full day, absolutely incredible proposal plan.

After giving Angie a romantic card in the horse and carriage promising he would make all her dreams come true, the pair stepped out onto Cherry Hill in Central Park. When they walked up to the picnic, she was surprised by the thoughtful gesture and stood in the picture-perfect spot for our photographer to capture her reaction— Marc knew it was the perfect moment, and popped the question with a gorgeous engagement ring from Diamonds East International in Boca Raton, Florida.

Her answer: a resounding, “Yes!” Through laughter and tears of joy.

The pair paused for a champagne toast before Marc introduced our photographer, who joined them for a gorgeous post-proposal portrait session.

And to top off an incredible proposal day, “We had 8th row center seats to Jersey Boys!” Said Marc, adding, “and I got her a great take-home token from the show: her own real live Jersey Boy, me!”

View the couple’s full proposal photo story!

Looking for some New York proposal ideas?  Already have some ideas and trying to find your perfect New York surprise proposal photographer? Contact us  today for a free consultation with one of our proposal experts.  Not in New York? No problem! We take the stress out of proposal planning and surprise proposal photography in every major city nationwide. We’re here to make the process easy so all you have to do is arrive at your proposal location— and keep it all a secret!

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Little did Marimar know, Javier had reached out to Paparazzi Proposals to make sure that their entire engagement was captured to remember for years to come!  So while he dropped to one knee, our photographer caught Marimar’s reaction the very second she said, “Yes!”

Want to capture your big proposal moment?  Contact us today to speak with one of our proposal experts!

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Their Story:

Javier and Marimar met eight years ago and shared an instant connection.

But at the time, they were both dating other people.  It wasn’t until a full year later that both of them found themselves single and thinking about one another that Javier took the chance to contact Marimar and ask her out on a date at a nearby restaurant in Mexico City.

The chemistry was undeniable.

They had an amazing conversation that continued for hours, and when the restaurant closed, they headed to a nearby bench so that they could continue chatting with one another.

“It was like a strange force!” said Javier of their instant attraction.  Besides being drawn to each others’ good looks, they also related to each other on a deeper level and wanted to spend as much time together as possible.

Javier says he knew after one week of dating that he had found The One, and after five incredible years, he proposed!  The pair had always dreamed of visiting Central Park while traveling through NYC, so he took the opportunity to make two dreams come true at once with a picturesque park proposal!

And our sneaky snapper was able to capture all the action so that the happy couple can relive their engagement moment time and again with gorgeous photos!

Don’t forget to  contact us for a free consultation with one of our proposal experts.  With hundreds of marriage proposals planned in the Big Apple and beyond, there’s no proposal idea we haven’t heard of or engagement we haven’t photographed!  We are ready to take all the stress out of planning your dream proposal– so that all you have to do is arrive with that stunning engagement ring!

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An engagement photo session is the perfect way to show the world your romantic journey together. Where you first met, the location of your first date, and the spot you shared your first kiss can all help tell the story of your relationship while also making for an amazing backdrop for these heartwarming photographs. These pictures make for a great save the date or engagement announcement.

Paparazzi Proposals is thrilled to announce we are now expanding our services to include these newly-engaged couple portrait sessions!

A successful engagement portrait session isn’t as simple as grabbing a camera, stepping outside and having someone shoot pictures of you and your fiancee. There’s a lot to think about and plan for in order to allow these photographs to truly capture how special your relationship is. There are many things to consider beforehand to ensure your engagement photo session is a success. So we asked Greg Rhein, our Chief Editor and Photographer, for his insight as to what things one should think about when arranging an engagement shoot. Here are his top 5 things to consider when planning these shots:

Location – Think about places which are special to you and your partner. Pick locations that have meaning  and were a part of your journey together. Also think about some picturesque settings as well. The more beautiful the backdrop, the more stunning your photographs will look. You also want to be conscious of the foot traffic at the locations you choose. Times Square in Manhattan is great, but depending on the time you shoot, getting a clear shot may be an impossibility. This leads us to our next topic.

Timing – The time you choose to shoot can make all the difference in how good the final product is. If one of your locations is in a crowded area, shooting early may help mitigate that. Sure, people can be photoshopped out, but the more intricate the editing, the higher the cost may be to do so. Shooting earlier in the day can also help provide better lighting. Once the afternoon arrives, the sun light tends be harsher and negatively affects the outcome of the photos. Schedule and plan ahead, not only do you have limited time with optimal light, you also have a predetermined amount of time to spend with a photographer. Plan out where you want to shoot in advance and have backup plans for if a location may not work out due to weather or other factors beyond your control. Lastly, keep in mind how long it may take you to travel between locations if doing more than one. When paying for a photography session, time is of the essence so you want to be as efficient as possible.

Attire– Wear what you are comfortable in. These pictures are meant to showcase your personality as a couple, so be genuine and stay true to who you are. Do you like to dress up? Great! Do you and your partner tend to dress more casual? Then go for it!  Another important thing to think about is the colors present at the location you are shooting. You want to contrast nicely with the background. Is the facade of the building where you met white? Then choose a color that will pop against that backdrop. Dress for the weather. You don’t want to be shivering as you try to smile. On the flip side, you don’t want to be wiping the sweat off your brow in between shots. While weather may dictate what you can or can’t wear, try not to wear clothing that may obscure your face or any physical attributes you like to show off or, on the other end of the spectrum, show off too much.

Hair, Makeup and Primping – Again, do what you will be most comfortable with and what is natural for you . Do you rarely wear makeup? Well, suddenly having a full face of makeup caked on may look awkward and may not capture who you really are. If you do choose to wear makeup, go for subtlety. Less is more. Also remember, this is an engagement shoot. You are going to want to show off that gorgeous new ring. So a fresh manicure is a great idea, but remember to choose your color wisely. Also, depending on the time of year, think about putting your hair back, ladies. Nothing is worse than spending the day battling to keep your hair out of your face while trying to get the perfect shot.

Choosing a Photographer– Sure, your friend may have a fancy state-of-the-art camera, but do they know how to get the most out of it? Sure, it may be cheaper to use a friend or family member, but you wind up getting what you paid for.  These photographs are not something you want to skimp on. Using an experienced professional photographer can help you achieve stunning results. They are experienced in getting great shots and can provide you with direction to get the best results. They are also experienced in what lighting is needed for optimal results, both natural and artificial. In addition, they are experts in composition and balance, able to properly leverage the environment and the position of objects to achieve a superior look and feel. All that being said, always remember this is your day, so don’t be afraid to speak up and tell them what you want. When they have a vision of how you want things to look, they can better help achieve the style you desire. Most importantly, a professional can masterfully edit photos to help correct any of the the items mentioned above that weren’t addressed properly during the shoot. Below are some great examples of how working with an expert can transform the good into great and make your photos even more spectacular…

Here’s an example of a light retouch (blemish removal/skin softening)  

Here are some examples of a full retouch (blemish removal/skin softening and removal of unwanted objects/subjects)

Our engagement sessions provide you with 1.5 hours of exclusive coverage and include two locations. The cost of the session is $450, which will provide you with between 40-50 edited/color correct images as well as 2 images of your choosing to be lightly retouched via photoshop.  Additional lightly retouched images start at $20 per image. Full retouch is available starting at $40 per image depending how much editing may be required. If you decide to edit a large number of images we can work with you on pricing. Your photos will be ready in just five business days from the day you shoot. Paparazzi Proposals can’t wait to help you capture the beauty of your relationship and the magic of your engagement. We look forward to providing you with both a superior experience and breathtaking photographs! Reach out to us today for a complimentary consultation!

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