Additional Proposal Information

• Individual proposal photography by Award-Winning Paul Myers

• A personal Post-Proposal Web Gallery with all your images and unlimited downloads.

• Unlimited personal-use license. You are free to print and share your photographs.

• Travel and expenses decided on per case basis for locations outside package parameters.

• With peace of mind, you can enjoy your proposal with the person who matters most to you.

Collaborative Storytelling Tailored to You

At Oceanlight Studios, I bring years of experience as a photojournalist and visual storyteller in portraiture, documentary-style moments, and mission-driven storytelling to each session. My approach is rooted in collaboration, ensuring your vision is front and center while I handle the details of capturing your perfect proposal. Let’s create images that show this amazing milestone in your journey.

The Proposal Process: What to Expect

1. Let’s Talk

Book a quick call so we can work through any of your questions together. Whether you’re a local or planning from afar, I’ll guide you through logistics, unexpected challenges (yes, we’ll talk about weather), and share insider tips to make sure everything flows smoothly. Need a vendor for an elaborate setup? I can point you in the right direction, but my focus is on capturing the real moments between you—not props.

2. Choose Your Proposal Location

Not sure where to propose? I’ll help you pick a spot that fits your vibe—whether it’s windswept bluffs, hidden urban corners, or golden-hour beaches so you can visualize how your moment will look. If you have a location in mind for your proposal, that is fantastic. I feel the best locations for proposals are the ones that you and your partner have some connection to or want to build a connection around. If you need help choosing a spot, there are so many gorgeous locations in the Southern Coast of California, from Cambria and Avila Beach to wine country, to Miramar Beach in Montecito and down the PCH into Los Angeles. There are so many landmarks, from Griffiths Park Observatory to the Santa Monica Pier. This gorgeous state of California has every type of scenery to create a backdrop to provide a life long memory in photos for you and your partner.

3. Book your Proposal

Once you’re ready, book your proposal date and time to make sure it’s reserved just for you. While weekday sessions offer more privacy, I also shoot weekends if that’s what works best. No deposit is required for booking and as long as I am available, rescheduling is possible if plans or the weather changes.

4. Stay in Touch

Leading up to the big day, you can text me anytime with questions or updates. Need to tweak the time or location? No problem. If we’re working in an area with low cell service, I’ll send detailed maps, parking instructions, and marked satellite images to ensure everything goes smoothly.

5. Send me your Picture / Share your location

On the day of your proposal, send me a selfie of the two of you so I know who to look for. If you have an iPhone, you can share your location via Find My we can use WhatsApp. Once you arrive, text me when you park so I’m on alert (I’ll already be there, discreetly in place at least 30 minutes early).

6. Post-Proposal Engagement Session

After your proposal, we’ll do a post-proposal photo session together. No stiff posing, just relaxed, artistic portraits that reflect your connection. Sessions typically last 15 to 45 minutes, depending on the package you choose.

7. Payment & Gallery Delivery

Payment is due the day of the proposal. My current payment options include cash, Zelle, and PayPal. Most couples have a good sense of which package they want by the end of the session, but you can always upgrade if you fall in love with more images. Expect your final online gallery within 24 hours—weekend proposals delivered by end of business Monday. If you need any edits, just ask. I want these photos to feel perfect for you.

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