Rooftop Proposal photographer

Secret Proposal Atop The World Trade Center

As the defining feature of the Manhattan skyline, ASPIRE at One World Observatory offers an unrivaled and unforgettable space at the top of One World Trade Center for your surprise marriage proposal. The Observatory’s event space is located on the 102nd Floor of the building and offers 360* views. Featuring clear floor-to-ceiling views in all directions, this architectural marvel provides a stunning and exclusively private setting for your NYC 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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Sam's Private NYC Proposal

Where to propose in NYC with a rooftop view of Manhattan?

If you’re looking to propose without a crowd and have an unobstructed view, a rooftop proposal is the way to go. Your options include reserving The Edge in Hudson Yards or The Empire State Building, all of which we have captured, or you could talk to one of the many hotels throughout the city. Just ask us where is the best rooftop to propose!

The Proposal Plan: Sam and Eli were going to brunch on the rooftop of the William Vale Hotel in Williamsburg Brooklyn.

Venue: The William Vale Hotel - Williamsburg Brooklyn

How we plan and photograph surprise proposals.

We aways make sure to arrive 30 minutes early to ensure we are there before you! We also require a point of contact from the venue or rooftop be present. Most importantly you need to supply us with the point of contact’s information in advance.

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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Brant's Manhattan Rooftop Proposal

As Professional Proposal Photographers, we are often asked to photograph proposals in some of New York City's most iconic spots; Central Park, Grand Central, The Edge at Hudson Yards. However, every here or there we are asked to photograph a truly unique proposal, a rooftop proposal. On tonight's proposal, Brant proposed on the balcony of his private room at the Marlton Hotel.

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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Drew's New York City Rooftop Proposal

Rain or Shine, the proposal will go on.

Drew planned the perfect proposal high above midtown Manhattan with a direct and unobstructed view of the Empire State Building. However, mother nature had other plans, as morning showers passed through leaving New York City with fog, which partially blocked the Empire State Building. As Drew proposed, the clouds cleared and slowly the skyline revealed itself.

The Proposal Plan: Drew surprised Sophia at the Midtown Loft and Terrace, where she was supposed to be “meeting friends for brunch”.

Photographing a New York City rooftop proposal is a unique experience

Proposing in New York City is about you, your story, and the now. In my proposal photos I always capture the location, as it’s a part of your proposal story. What makes a rooftop proposal so unique is its ability to capture the NYC skyline with its iconic buildings and unobstructed views. The Midtown Loft and Terrace offers an amazing view of the Empire State Building right behind you.

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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Justin's Private SoHo Rooftop Proposal

As a professional NYC Proposal Photographer, I am often asked to photograph secret marriage proposals in some of New York City's most iconic spots; Central Park, Grand Central, The Edge at Hudson Yards. However, every here or there I am asked to photograph a truly unique proposal, a rooftop proposal. On tonight's proposal, Justin proposed on the penthouse deck of the Soho Grand Hotel.

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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Jacob's Lower Manhattan Pier 17 Proposal

Photographing this secret rooftop proposal was a real unique nyc moment

What makes Pier 17 rooftop in Lower Manhattan, NYC unique is, it’s free to access and open to the public. If you’re looking to guarantee your own closed off area and decorate the space, then I’d highly recommend working with The Greens Restaurant, as Jacob did for his private proposal.

How to plan a secret proposal?

Jacob worked with Ashley’s friends to make her believe she was going to a brunch.

How to plan your perfect proposal

KISS - Keep It Simple Silly | Don’t over think how you’re going to propose because plans change. When I helped Jacob plan his proposal we chose the rooftop of Pier 17 in Lower Manhattan because the restaurant atop Pier 17, The Greens, had a private outdoor seating area. We coordinated with the restaurant to use their private outdoor seating area and agreed to dine at The Greens restaurant post proposal, where the staff prepared champagne and a charcuterie board.

Choosing to propose on the roof of Pier 17 is a great choice. To start, the views of the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge, and Brooklyn are unobstructed. Next, the rooftop is never all that busy.

Decorating his 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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