Gantry Plaza

Chris' Sunrise Gantry Plaza Surprise Proposal

The Long Island City waterfront captures New York City perfectly because of its iconic New York City views; Empire State Building, 59th street bride, the UN and our famous NYC Sunset/SunriseWhat I like most about photographing surprise marriage proposals in Long Island City and Gantry Plaza State Park is how private and intimate this area is when compared to other parts of New York City.

Jonathan Heisler Photography is comprised of Professional New York City photographers specializing in photographing private NYC proposals, as well as engagement sessions and weddings.

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A Golden Hour LIC Gantry Plaza Proposal

Gantry Plaza, Long Island City is the perfect place to capture your surprise proposal and the new york city skyline. There are zero tourists here.

The Long Island City waterfront captures New York City perfectly because of its iconic New York City views; Empire State Building, 59th street bride, the UN and our famous NYC Sunset. What I like most about photographing surprise marriage proposals in Long Island City and Gantry Plaza State Park is how private and intimate this area is when compared to other parts of New York City.

Jonathan Heisler Photography is comprised of Professional New York City photographers specializing in photographing private NYC proposals, as well as engagement sessions and weddings.

LEARN MORE ABOUT HIRING A PROPOSAL PHOTOGRAPHER IN NYC

Joseph's Surprise Proposal at Gantry Plaza Proposal in Long Island City

Proposing in Long Island City captures nyc

The Long Island City waterfront captures New York City perfectly because of its iconic New York City views; Empire State Building, 59th street bride, the UN and our famous NYC Sunset. What I like most about photographing surprise marriage proposals in Long Island City and Gantry Plaza State Park is how private and intimate this area is when compared to other parts of New York City.

Jonathan Heisler Photography is comprised of New York City photographers specializing in photographing private NYC proposals, as well as engagement sessions and weddings.

LEARN MORE ABOUT HIRING A PROPOSAL PHOTOGRAPHER IN NYC

Pascal's Spring Proposal at Gantry Plaza LIC

Gantry Plaza Shows Off NYC Oh So Well!

Pascal and I started planning his proposals week ago. This well before his and Kara’s first visit to New York City from Germany. Since he had never been to Gantry Plaza in Long Island, and only saw photos of it, it was crucial to plan every detail, and make sure he was confident in the plan. I sent pascal a map screenshot of where to go and examples of what his big moment could look like. It could not have gone any better!

Mike and Amanda - Long Island Gantry Plaza NYC Proposal

Congrats Amanda and Mike!

Mike and I started planning how and where he’d propose week ago. Since Amanda and Matt live together, planning the secret proposal was done mostly while Mike was at work or while he was in the car commuting to his job as a teacher on Long Island.

Photographing a New York City Proposal at Gantry Plaza makes me love NYC that much more. The view.

Together, Mike and I scouted the area and sent texts discussing how he’d propose. We watched the weather, planned the day prior to the proposal as well as their post-proposal celebration at a nearby wine bar.

The day finally arrived and I made sure to get to Gantry Plaza early.

As I saw Mike and Amanda approach the pier, I asked several people if they wouldn’t mind moving to the side for a proposal.

Capturing a mini-engagement session after your proposal provides you not only additional photos, but different looks (jacket or no jacket, different poses, and different locations)

We took full advantage of the the beautiful New York skyline throughout our post-proposal shoot. My favorite part about a Gantry Plaza proposal is photographing the Long Island sign behind the couple if they are from, or live, on Long Island, NY.

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Matt + Erica Gantry Plaza Proposal

Congrats Matt and Erica! About a month ago, Matt and I started planning how and where he’d propose. Since Matt and Erica live in Long Island City, near Gantry Plaza State Park, Gantry Plaza with its awesome views of the New York City skyline only made sense.

Photographing a Long Island City Proposal makes me love NYC that much more. It is quintessential New York

Together, Matt and I, scouted the area, sent texts and emails with screenshots of the area, watched the weather, created a Plan A and a Plan B, and decided on a post proposal restaurant for a brunch.

The morning of Matt’s proposal the weather was “iffy” with rain in forecast. I arrived to Gantry Plaza a whole 90 minutes early to send Matt final photos of our Plan A location. I also sent a Plan B location which was under an awning. Finally, with 40 minutes to go and the rain drops subsiding we said “Plan A is a go!”. The skies cleared.

As I saw Matt and Erica approach I cleared the pier. It was a HUGE surprise for Erica.

capturing a mini-engagement session provides variety in the images i can deliver (posed and candid photos)

We took full advantage of the Spring flowers on our post proposal shoot.