Elias had Paparazzi Proposals help him plan and capture this stunning sunset sail proposal in Miami!  See this couple’s full photo story.

1. It’s More Genuine

Your wedding is the time for you to profess your love in front of family and friends. Your engagement is a private moment between the two of you. And, your significant other’s reaction will be completely genuine, since they remain blissfully unaware that they are being photographed.

2. It’s Professional

No more fumbling with selfie sticks or hoping your phone doesn’t malfunction. Hiring a professional means that you can completely enjoy the moment without worrying whether or not someone is getting the right shots. With surprise engagement photography, the professionals have the ability to get the action shot time and again, so it’s important to hire the best.

3. It’s Romantic

You want your special someone to feel like a star on the day you propose. There’s no better way than to get them the star treatment! Paparazzi-style engagement photography is the best way to discreetly capture that priceless reaction. And hiring a photographer to document that big moment lets them know that you’re thinking about preserving the day for years to come.

4. You’ll Remember The Day

The day of your proposal can be a blur. Capturing it with surprise engagement photography means that you’ll have photos to remember the day forever.

5. You Look Like A Rockstar

It makes managing the in-laws easy. Instead of having to piece together your after-the fact selfies in an email to your friends and family, you can simply share access to an easy online gallery. All of the organizing is done for you. Not to mention, the two of you will look amazing in your high-res, print-ready photos.

Ready to pop the question? Reach out to schedule a free proposal planning consultation with one of our engagement experts.  Paparazzi Proposals is a nationwide company offering proposal planning services and surprise engagement photography to help you capture the big moment!  Browse some of our featured proposals to get inspired.

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Not only do we offer amazing paparazzi proposals but we can also shoot your engagement pictures afterwards!

You can view the whole album of beautiful pictures here.

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Joon went to so much detail to make this the perfect proposal.

Joon met Inez in the lobby of the Gramercy Park Hotel and led her to the roof top restaurant where he had champagne, flowers and an amazing engagement ring waiting!

You can view the whole album of stunning pictures here.

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The couple contacted Paparazzi Proposals wanting to have their day documented so they could share it with friends and family.

As the couple got ready at a friends house in the West Village our photographer and videographer where there to record the whole day. With family and friends in California and Australia it was important to have this beautiful day recorded.

You can view the whole album here. If you would like to have your special day captured by our amazing team please contact us here.

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Having an engagement photography session after your engagement can be a great way to get a beautiful set of pictures, this however will make you stand out and above from all the rest.

We have taken on some fantastic fashion photographer for the New York area that will transform the regular engagement session into your own fashion shoot for unbelievable results.

Have a look through the gallery above and get inspired for your very own fashion portrait shoot!

Creating your very own fashion shoot.

This concept works great as a couple or if you want to purchase this for your partner to treat them to a day of living like a super model! The final result is a beautiful set of high end fashion shots that you can have forever.

We will sit down with you and work out exactly what look and feel you are after so we can then come up with suggestions to the locations that would work.

On the day of we will spend time creating unique and beautiful portraits either in a studio or on location in and around New York.

Fashion Session package.

This package will include a full consultation with our photographer to go through some examples of our work and listen to your thoughts and ideas, we will then offer some suggestions for possible looks and locations for your shoot.

We offer 2 locations in this package and will spend 2 hours shooting at each location to create a variety of poses and looks, if you would like to make a wardrobe change between locations this is also possible.

We then upload 50 images from the shoot to our online gallery these images will have the basic adjustments made to them, you then choose 5 of your favorite images and we transform them with our retouchers into high end fashion pictures!

We also include a 17×22 inch print of your choice. All images and photoshopped images will be delivered high res to you on a CD.

This package is $850, with all our packages we can also include our professional hair and make up artist who will travel to the locations with you and make sure your hair and make up look amazing throughout the shoot. For the day of shooting with our make up artist we charge an additional $250.

Location and Studio Package.

This package includes everything from our Fashion Session package, we also then shoot a studio session.

Our studio is located in Chelsea and offers that glamourous end to your fashion shoot.

You can choose any of your outfits for the studio session and we will go through a number of different looks and poses to capture the perfect shot.

This package is $1200 and includes 75 images with basic retouch, 8 images of your choice that will professionally photoshopped and 2 prints each 17×22 inches.

Location and Studio Elite Package.

This package will include a full consultation with our photographer to go through some examples of our work and listen to your thoughts and ideas, we will then offer some suggestions for possible looks and locations for your shoot.

We offer 2 locations in this package and will spend 2 hours shooting at each location to create a variety of poses and looks, if you would like to make a wardrobe change between locations this is also possible. We also offer 2 studio looks which allows you to have different outfits, hair and backgrounds to give you much more variety in your shots.

This package includes, 100 images with basic photoshop, 10 images with our professional photoshop and 3 prints all 17x22inch.

This package costs $1500.

Contact us today if you are interested and would like to learn more about this amazing service.

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We are now using this experience to shoot beautiful weddings and portraits, leaving no memory untouched.

Before the big day.

Before your wedding day we offer a full consultation to discuss your picture style, specific shots that are important to you and the overall feel of your day.

We also take this time to do portraits in the location as an engagement
session. This gives you not only a great set of pictures but will allow you to visualize your big day and see where the pictures will be taken.

 The Wedding Day.

On the day of the wedding, depending on the package you choose, we will have a photographer at the groom and bride to be, this allows us to capture the build up with both sides getting ready. With all of our photogrles this is more of a documentary stye of photography as we record the excitement.

After the Ceremony.

We listen to each and every need of our client, some people love to have lots of staged photographs, others like to japhic styust enjoy the day and have it all captured. Whatever you would like for your special day we make sure it is all taken care of.

We can tailor any of our photographers to any of your needs. If you would like to learn more about our wedding services in the New York area and our prices please contact us today.

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After the ceremony in City Hall the couple headed up to Central Park where they rowed on on the Lake. The following day the couple enjoyed a bike ride around the city taking in the sights.

Check out there amazing video here

You can view the whole album here.

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If you would like to learn more about our services and how we can capture your wedding, anniversary or any special day please contact us today!

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You’re engaged! It’s awesome, it’s wonderful, it’s fun…and it’s a LOT of work! Why? Because now you’ve got to plan your wedding! And among the most
important things you need to do for the big day is to hire a wedding photographer.
It should be one of the first things you do, because the best professional
photographers book their schedules a year or two in advance. If you want
outstanding pictures (and who doesn’t?!?), start searching for your photographer
right after you book your catering hall. A wedding photographer’s peak season is
April-November. For bride’s in this season, it’s never too soon to book your
photographer. For those in an “off peak” time of year, 6-12 months is a good
timeline to secure your favorite photographer. So HOW do you choose?

1: Ask family, friends, your cater and other vendors

Good wedding photographers have a reputation of success, and therefore are relatively well known. They should be the easiest to find. Stat your search by asking for recommendations form friends and family who have held weddings prior to your event. Ask if they liked the photographer. Look at their wedding album. Your friends and family will your best interests at heart and you should get the most honest opinions. Additionally, other professionals involved in your wedding day will likely have worked with photographers in the past. Ask for recommendations from your catering hall, florist, DJ/band or limousine driver. If another vendor, such as your caterer, is willing to stake their reputation on recommending someone, odds are high that this photographer is very good.

2: Go check them out!

If you have a list of photographers from which to choose, check out their websites to begin eliminating candidates from your list. Also, give a call and see how friendly they are, if they will discuss pricing over the phone (the good ones will) and see how accommodating they are with their hours.

Upon your visit, what do you think of their offices? Are they located in a well-kept building or storefront? What is your first impression of the space visually? How are you greeted? Are you offered a refreshment? Is the place clean and orderly? All of this speaks to the small details…and if a company takes care of the small details, chances are very good they handle the bigger details in a similar fashion.

 3: How are the photos AND video?

Think about the style that you want your photos to express. Do you and your fiance like traditional posing and a more “classic” look? Or do you prefer more light-hearted, playful and candid photos? There is no wrong answer! It’s what YOU like best that matters! Is there a nice selection of albums? Are they able to show you photos from the venue that you have chosen for your event? Do they handle all work in-house? Examine the basics of the pictures-such as color, clarity, exposure, and composition. Do you LOVE the photos?!? Can you see yourself in these photos?

Next, did they show you a sample video? How was the video? Do they edit their
videos in-house? Are you given the unedited footage? How much input do you have?
Do they offer high definition? Although you are not required to use the same
company for video, it will certainly give you piece of mind and ensure that your
photographer has worked with your videographer. It will also save you in research
time and may reduce overall cost.

4: How do you like the people?

The photographer is the one vendor that you spend the ENTIRE day with and is around after the wedding. So you REALLY need to be sure you like them! Gauge their professionalism. Did they answer all your questions while asking you about your day? If the person you are sitting with is not shooting your event, will you have a chance to meet the photographer who is? (a MUST!) By meeting, you will have a chance to speak with them “one on one” to discuss the details of your day plus their experience, style and vision for your event. Choosing a “studio” over a sole proprietor has it’s advantages: they will have a wider selection of photographers to choose from; they very often have a crew “on call” for back-up; they carry insurance and workman’s comp; plus…caterers and other vendors typically prefer studios for their reputation and professionalism, which can extend beyond what a single individual can offer. So although a single photographer working out of their home may provide nice pictures and good service, a studio offers the security, resources and consistency to ensure that your wedding goes off smoothly.

A word about “newbies”… While not all amateur photographers are created equal, the best way to ensure you receive a quality wedding album is to hire a seasoned professional with a solid background from which to draw. Surely an amateur can shoot some nice photos, but a wedding requires far more than knowledge of a camera. Remember, wedding photography is much different than any other type of photography. The photographer must be a ringleader, therapist, babysitter, travel guide, camp counselor and more! So choosing a true professional is a must. Don’t skimp or choose a “friend of a friend” who recently got into wedding photography. Finally, find out if the photographer has shot at your wedding venue before. If they have, they may know of places to get good shots or ways to capture moments the best.

5: Price, Price & Price!

While you want to make sure you love your photos, get along with the photographer and feel safe and secure in the studio you’ve chosen…you also need one more thing to work: THE PRICE! Budget is as important as any part of the equation when choosing a photographer. So here are a few important things to note: You DO get what you pay for! Some photographers cut corners to give you a “cheaper” price. What corners? How about no insurance…or albums that are made overseas (and fall apart)…or printing done at CVS…or photographers who have shot 3 weddings before your’s (but are cheap to hire)…or even worse: they don’t deliver what they promise, and you wind up in small claims court. You DON’T have to book the big, giant package! You should be able to include what you want…and at the time you want it. Salespeople will try to sell you packages that offer you the “best deal” when in reality, it’s a bunch of stuff you don’t need. Go through the prices and choose only what you need. You can always come back after the wedding to add additional items. Not everyone wants to pay for an album they have yet to receive. So get your pricing ahead of time. Now, packages sometimes do offer a good value, but only if it’s with items/services that you need. Ask lots of questions and make sure you get the answers you want. Remember, YOU are the one paying here!

The FINE PRINT. Make sure you read over the legal details of exactly what you will get before signing the contract. Do you own the rights to your images? Can you print them on your own? Are all the images edited at no additional cost? Will your photos be hosted online? If you add something later on, will you pay the same price as the day of signing? Will it include full coverage of the day? The answer to ALL of the above should be YES! And make sure you find this out and more. Also, make sure that your payment schedule is easily understood and find out what forms of payment are acceptable. If a company accepts credit cards (which most should) they cannot limit how/when you can use your card for payments. Credit cards also offer another layer of protection as they allow for you to dispute a charge if the photographer does not deliver. In closing, no question is a bad question!

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