When you imagine New York City during the holidays, the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree instantly comes to mind. It’s iconic, nostalgic, and full of that classic seasonal magic—but it’s also one of the most crowded, high-energy locations in all of NYC during December (checkout this video from last year). Photographing a proposal here takes careful planning, timing, and close coordination.
For Parker’s Rockefeller Center ice skating proposal, we worked directly with the rink team to safely and discreetly make this moment possible. As the ice cleared, Parker and Kailah were allowed to stay on the rink for just one song. After the song, the rink would normally clear completely… but instead, Parker had something unforgettable planned.
Surrounded by the glow of the Christmas tree, holiday lights, and the excitement of the season, (plus thousands of onlookers) Parker proposed to Kailah on the ice—transforming one of the busiest places in New York City into an intimate, once-in-a-lifetime moment. As a NYC proposal photographer, moments like this are all about planning behind the scenes so the surprise feels effortless and magical when it matters most.
Jonathan Heisler Photography is comprised of Professional New York City photographers specializing in photographing private NYC proposals, as well as engagement sessions and weddings.