A Gantry Plaza Proposal with Midtown Skyline Views

Few proposal locations in New York City offer skyline views quite like Gantry Plaza State Park. Located along the Long Island City waterfront, the park provides unobstructed views of Midtown Manhattan, making it one of the most popular locations for couples looking for a skyline-focused proposal.

Alex proposed at the Midtown Manhattan Skyline Pier on a beautiful day at the end of May.

Planning and Capturing the Moment

• Proposal location: Midtown Manhattan Skyline Pier at Gantry Plaza

• Backdrop: Midtown Manhattan skyline views

• Time of year: Late May

• Portrait locations: Waterfront pathways and the iconic Long Island sign

After the proposal, portraits continued along the waterfront before stopping at the famous Long Island sign, one of the most recognizable landmarks within Gantry Plaza. The combination of industrial elements, waterfront views, and skyline scenery created a gallery that felt distinctly New York.

Why Gantry Plaza Works for a NYC Proposal

• Some of the best Manhattan skyline views in New York City

• Spacious waterfront paths and piers

• Beautiful throughout spring, summer, and fall

• Less crowded than many Manhattan proposal locations

For couples planning a waterfront proposal, Gantry Plaza continues to be one of the strongest locations in NYC for skyline views and engagement photos.

Planning a proposal in Gantry Plaza?
Whether you're looking for skyline views, waterfront scenery, or a quieter alternative to Manhattan, Gantry Plaza offers one of the most iconic proposal settings in New York City. Reach out to work with a New York City proposal photographer and start planning your proposal.

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

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Registered Dietitian Headshot - Marissa Campbell

Some recent Professional Headshot work photographed in Denver Colorado! No matter where we photograph headshots, the formula is the same. We photograph photos that make our subjects not only look good but feel good. Long Island, New York City, or Denver Colorado a quality portrait photo is key!

Marissa Campbell is a Registered Dietitian in Colorado. She works primarily with patients who suffer or are recovering from eating disorders.

Marissa was in need of updating her website and social platforms with a new photo of herself. She wanted something that looked clean and professional while still feeling casual and inviting.

To give Marissa options, we set up a neutral backdrop and an environmental setup. I worked on blurring the environmental shot and choosing generic, not distracting locations.

NYC or Long Island Professional Headshots

Luckily, You don’t have to travel to Colorado for great headshots. We shoot professional headshots right here on Long Island and in NYC. Whether it’s a standard corporate headshot, like for your LinkedIn profile photo, or an environmental portrait with NYC as a backdrop; having a clean professional headshot is a necessity for any professional looking to update their brand.


Hair and Makeup Artist: Lillian Hernandez
Photographer: Trent Campbell

Dillon and Leah - Surprise Long Beach,NY Proposal (Long Island)

When Dillion reached out asking me to take his proposal photos, I couldn’t have been more excited to be a part of this special moment. For Dillion and Leah, the beaches of Long Beach, NY define their relationship. In the summertime, every weekend they are on the beaches of Long Beach and every evening after work they are at a Long Beach bar trivia night.

Naturally, these two wanted to have their engagement photos taken in a place that holds SO much meaning to them — Long Beach. After meeting on Bumble, Dillion and Leah were an instant match, and quickly connected over their love of the beach and the ocean.

With the family all together for Thanksgiving, Dillon was ready to take the jump and propose to his girlfriend Leah. Since Dillon and Leah both live in Long Beach, NY and with Dillon’s parents coming to Long Island for the first time, it was sure to be a Long Island Thanksgiving to remember.

Planning this Long Island Thanksgiving Proposal

Down the street from Dillon’s house in Long Beach, NY is a private boardwalk leading to the beach. We chose this location to propose for its privacy and unobstructed view of the beach. We knew this spot would serve as the perfect spot to drop down on one knee, propose, and take great photos.

The week leading up to the proposal, Dillon and I scouted the location and discussed all the details: How he would get Leah out on the walkway, where I’d be discreetly positioned to photograph the moment, and where their families would be hiding nearby to watch the proposal.

The day-of, I arrived in Long Beach early to make sure the location was ready and the stage was set.
As Dillon and Leah walked up the boardwalk, I let them pass and waited until Dillon was in position. When he dropped to one knee I snapped away.

Photographing their post proposal Champagne Toast and mini-engagement session on the beach to celebrate.

With family and friends around we took advantage of the beautiful Long Island Gold Coast and took some group family photos on the beach. Ending with a champagne toast and photos of Dillon and Leah on Long Beach’s famous jetties.

Photographer: Trent Campbell

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