Weddings
MARRIAGE PROPOSAL PHOTOGRAPHY SESSIONS
30 MINUTES TO ONE HOUR · ONE OR MULTIPLE LOCATIONS · NEW ORLEANS OR ANYWHERE YOU LIKE
A marriage proposal happens exactly once, it lasts about ninety seconds, and neither person in this endeavor is thinking about a camera. Our job is to be invisible until it is over — positioned in advance, lens long, shooting from far enough away that the surprise stays a surprise.
We plan the whole thing with you beforehand: the spot where it will all go down and the place where the light will hit your faces just right, the walk-in direction, the time the light is best, a signal so we know the moment is coming, and a simple back-up plan if the weather or a crowd changes things. New Orleans gives us courtyards, levees, balconies and quiet French Quarter corners that photograph beautifully and still feel private.
Once the ring is on and the shock wears off, we step out of the shadows, introduce ourselves, and shoot a short engagement-style portrait session on the spot — usually twenty or thirty minutes — so you leave with both the real, unposed moment and a set of portraits of the two of you on the day it happened.
Many couples turn this into a full engagement photography session later, and proposal images work beautifully for the announcement, save-the-dates and the wedding website.
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Before You Ask
MARRIAGE PROPOSAL PHOTOGRAPHY QUESTIONS
- HOW DO YOU STAY HIDDEN DURING THE PROPOSAL?
- We scout the spot ahead of time, arrive early, and shoot with a long lens from a distance — usually reading as just another person with a camera in a city full of them. Your partner does not see us until you tell them we are there.
- WHAT IF THE TIMING SLIPS OR PLANS CHANGE?
- It happens constantly, and it is fine. We agree on a rough window rather than a hard minute, and a simple text signal so we know you are on your way. If the location gets crowded or the weather turns, we have a second spot picked in advance.
- DO WE GET PORTRAITS AFTERWARDS?
- Yes — that is the best part. Right after the yes, we step out and shoot twenty to thirty minutes of portraits while the two of you are still glowing. It is the most relaxed either of you will ever be in front of a camera.
- HOW LONG UNTIL WE SEE THE PHOTOS?
- A few favorites within 3 days so you have something to share with family, then the fully edited, color-corrected gallery 2-3 weeks after the session.
Reviews
What Clients Say
“He was an amazing photographer and captured the moment of my engagement seamlessly, I will def reccomend him to others.”
“We were so incredibly happy with Marc's work as our wedding photographer. He has an amazing artistic eye and was able to capture so many incredible candid moments throughout the wedding. He's also a clear and efficient communicator for portrait shots. He added a wonderful energy that fit in perfectly in our wedding and was always friendly and professional”
“Mark was great to work with and was able to get unique, creative and iconic shots of my son’s wedding. An incredible experience! We actually had one of our favorite but now retiredphotographers review several photographers we looked at, and he recommended Marc hands down. We wanted black and white, candid photo journalistic shots, and he delivered big time. Very pleased. A true professional with the eyes an artist.”
“Marc did a wonderful job capturing the vibe of our destination wedding in NOLA. He was on time and went above and beyond. I highly recommend!”
“I can't say enough great things about the professionalism and quality of work. I chose Marc for my NOLA wedding with second line from his online portfolio and he delivered. On the day, if I'd been in my right mind I would have pointed out the specific parents and asked for a single group shot at Pat'O Brian's. That said, I had a near perfect day that was stress free and so much fun. In part to Marc's vigilance and assistance (plus none of pics I didn't think to ask for would be wall hanging so it's no real loss). Also my niece who is a photog like myself commented on the quality of the day and night work Marc produced. I told her that's why I chose him and he delivered. Also the portrait of my husband is the best he's gotten done. Thanks for making him look like him. I can't say enough great things about Marc's work and the photos. I highly recommend.”
“Used Marc on several occasions. My favorite, by far, was when he took my bridal photos. Very professional, great artistic eye, excellent communication, and overall just a nice guy! Will do business with again!”