New York City · Surprise Proposals · Engagement Sessions

You focus on the question.

I handle everything else. Packages from $450

Whether it's a surprise proposal or an engagement session — I scout the spot, find the light, and capture the moment exactly as it happens. Real. Unscripted. Yours.

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150+
Proposals captured
5 ★
Average rating
2 weeks
Photo delivery
Couple embracing during a surprise proposal in Central Park, NYC

"Where exactly in Central Park? What time? How do I get her there without ruining the surprise?"

→ I answer all of this. Before you even book.

The real problem

Planning a proposal or engagement session in NYC? I've done this 150+ times.
Let me make it easy.

Central Park has 843 acres. Weekend crowds can ruin any intimate moment. Golden hour lasts 40 minutes and changes by the week. Whether you're planning a surprise proposal or a couples engagement session — the logistics can feel overwhelming.

I've photographed 150+ proposals and engagement sessions across New York and New Jersey — Central Park, DUMBO, Hoboken, Weehawken, Jersey City and 20+ other locations. I know every hidden corner, every lighting window, every spot where the crowd disappears. You tell me your date — I build the entire plan around it.

"I have no idea where in Central Park to do it."
I scout 2–3 exact locations for your date, time, and the light conditions. You just choose the one that feels right. Location scouting is included.
"What if she sees the photographer?"
I blend into the surroundings — to her, I'm just another person nearby. She'll never know I was there — until she sees the photos.
"I don't know how to get her to the spot naturally."
I help you craft a believable cover story and timing plan. We coordinate everything over text — until you feel completely confident. Zero winging it.
"We want engagement photos but don't know where to go or how to make it feel natural."
I suggest the location, guide you through every moment, and make it feel like a walk in the park — not a photoshoot. No awkward posing. Just you two.

Proposal Locations

I know every spot.
I've captured proposals at all of them.

Bow Bridge

Bow Bridge

Central Park · Most Romantic

San Remo View

San Remo View

Central Park · Iconic Skyline

Bethesda Terrace

Bethesda Terrace

Central Park · Golden Architecture

Cat Rock

Cat Rock

Central Park · Hidden & Intimate

Bow Bridge 2

Bow Bridge

Central Park · Sunrise Light

Brooklyn Bridge

Brooklyn Bridge View

Brooklyn · Classic NYC

Pier 17

Pier 17

Lower Manhattan · Waterfront

Jersey City

Jersey City

Manhattan Skyline Backdrop

Robert Wagner Park

Robert Wagner Park

Battery Park · Statue of Liberty View

Pier 57

Pier 57

Hudson River · Sunset Magic

DUMBO

DUMBO

Brooklyn · Bridge + Skyline

NYC Subway

NYC Subway

Fulton St · Urban & Editorial

Brooklyn Streets

Brooklyn Streets

Brownstone NYC · Candid & Real

Central Park Lake

Central Park Lake

Central Park · Hidden Waterside

Bethesda Arcade

Bethesda Arcade

Central Park · Arched Corridors

Hudson Yards

Hudson Yards

Holiday Magic · Winter Proposals

How it works

From your first message to her yes

01
You reach out
Tell me your date and your vision. I'll respond within a few hours — usually the same day — with everything we need to start planning.
02
We plan together
I scout your location, advise on timing and light, and help you build a cover story that feels natural. All via text.
03
The session begins
I'm already there when you arrive. Whether it's a surprise proposal or an engagement shoot — I read the moment and capture everything. Including the tears.
04
Photos within 2 weeks
Your gallery of fully edited images lands in your inbox within 2 weeks. The first photo you'll see is her face — the exact second she understood what was happening.
Agata — NYC Proposal & Engagement Photographer

Your photographer

Hi, I'm Agata.

I've been photographing proposals and engagements in New York for years — and I still get butterflies every single time he gets down on one knee.

150+ couples trusted me with their most important moment. Some knew I was coming. Some had no idea. Either way, my job is the same: disappear into the background, read the moment before it happens, and click at exactly the right second.

I don't coordinate shoots. I coordinate memories. The spot, the light, the cover story, the timing — I handle all of it. So when the moment arrives, you're not thinking about logistics. You're just there, fully present, with the person you love.

That's the only thing that matters.

Agataprincely · NYC Proposal & Engagement Photographer

What couples say

Real proposals. Real reactions.

Ross F.
Jan 27, 2025
✓ Verified
★★★★★
"Agata was absolutely incredible! From our first communication to the day of the shoot, she was kind, professional, and incredibly thoughtful. It felt like spending time with a friend who just happens to be an amazing photographer. The final photos exceeded all our expectations — stunning and captured the moment perfectly. 12/10 experience!"
— Ross F., Verified Client
David K.
The Mall, Central Park
✓ Verified
★★★★★
"I had no idea where to even start. Agata helped me choose the spot, the time, even what to say to get my girlfriend there. The whole thing was flawless. Not a single tourist in frame."
— David K., The Mall in Central Park
James T.
Conservatory Garden
✓ Verified
★★★★★
"The photos arrived and I couldn't stop shaking. Agata has a gift for capturing emotion — the real, unscripted kind. Every photo felt like a memory, not a photoshoot."
— James T., Conservatory Garden

Packages

Choose your experience

⭐ Most Popular
The Moment
Surprise Proposal or Engagement Session · 1 hour
$450
  • 150+ color-corrected high-resolution photos
  • 10 professionally retouched photos
  • Delivered within 2 weeks
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Popular
The Story
Proposal + Portraits or Full Engagement Session · 1.5 hours
$600
  • 200+ color-corrected high-resolution photos
  • 15 professionally retouched photos
  • Short portrait session after the proposal
  • Delivered within 2 weeks
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Premium
The Full Experience
Extended Proposal or Engagement Experience · 2 hours
$750
  • 300+ color-corrected high-resolution photos
  • 25 professionally retouched photos
  • Extended portrait session after the proposal
  • Multiple locations if desired
  • Delivered within 2 weeks
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⚠ August 2025 — Spots Going Fast

Fall proposal and engagement dates are booking now

September and October weekends in Central Park fill up weeks in advance. Right now — the last week of July — people are booking their fall proposals and engagement sessions. Every year, the couples who wait find their date is gone. Check yours before someone else takes it.

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Questions

Everything you're wondering about

We'll plan a backup indoor or covered location in advance. If you prefer, we can reschedule at no extra charge. Rainy day shoots can actually be incredibly romantic — I'll guide you either way.
No. I blend in naturally — just another person nearby. I know exactly how to position myself to stay completely invisible while capturing every detail. I've done this 150+ times — your partner will have no idea I'm there until she sees the photos.
Absolutely. Location scouting and recommendations are included in every package. I'll suggest 2–3 spots based on your date, the time of day, and the light — plus what feels right for you as a couple.
We'll craft a believable cover story together over text before the day. I've helped hundreds of partners navigate this exact challenge — none of them have been found out.
Your fully edited gallery is delivered within 2 weeks. On premium packages, you receive a same-day preview of 5 images so you can share with family immediately.
If my schedule allows, yes. Reach out as early as possible — fall weekends (October especially) book out weeks in advance. The sooner you contact me, the more options we have.
Cancel or reschedule at least 2 weeks before your session at no charge. The deposit is non-refundable but can be applied to a rescheduled date within 3 months.
Absolutely. All couples are warmly welcomed. Love is love — I'm here to document it, whatever form it takes.