Secret Proposal Photographer NYC

Abraham's Proposal atop The Hudson Yards’ The Edge

Photographing Abraham’s proposal atop The Edge at Hudson Yards during sunset was a moment I won’t forget. Although we missed photographing the pure warm golden hour light, the moments after sunset proved to be just amazing as well. It was the type of light we photographers chase and hope for.

The Proposal Plan: Abraham and Valerie arrived, and Abraham asked me, “a stranger”, if I could take a photo of the two of them with his iPhone. I took a several photos and gave them a few instructions. Then, Abraham turned to Valerie, and started to tell her about all of the reasons he loved her. Perfectly, just as the sun was hitting the horizon Abraham dropped to one knee and popped question. Valerie was so shocked, full of emotion, and simply ecstatic. Her reaction was so genuine.

How to plan a proposal at The Edge

You’ll have to buy tickets to visit The Edge at Hudson Yards, and so will your photographer. Many people ask when is the best time to propose at The Edge, and the best answer is mornings or afternoons, just not mid-day The lighting is so good at The Edge, as the light reflects off of the building on to the viewing deck.

To propose at The Edge and have your moment photographed by a professional proposal photographer book your tickets, and have your NYC proposal photographer book his/her tickets for 20 minutes before you. That way they are up top before you. Once up top, my favorite spot to capture proposals is the one facing East with the Empire State Building in the background.

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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Hampton and Anne-Marie's NYC Brooklyn Rooftop Proposal

It’s no surprise New York is one of the top destinations to propose. Couples travel thousands of miles to make their special moment that much more special. From the iconic Brooklyn Bridge to the peaceful serenity of Central Park to the dazzling lights of Times Square, New York City is truly the most romantic city in the world. It makes our job as NYC Proposal Photographers amazing and easy.

A private nyc rooftop proposal, Amazing.

To date, we’ve photographed hundreds of proposals all throughout New York City, Long Island, Connecticut, and New Jersey. However, one of our favorite types of proposals to photograph is a rooftop proposal. For Hampton, there was no better location to propose than the rooftop of his Williamsburg, Brooklyn apartment terrace with its unobstructed views of all of Manhattan.

How to pick where to propose in NYC?

I always recommend the best place to propose as the one with meaning and significance. For Hampton, besides his awesome view of NYC, his apartment was where the two of them spend the most time together. It’s where they unwind after a long day of work, it’s where they make dinner together, and it’s where they shared their first apartment together.

Secret proposal Photographer, 007.

As a secret proposal photographer, I often don’t actually have to hide. In New York City, every resident and every tourist walks around with a camera. I’m just another guy. However, for a rooftop proposal the element of surprise can be hard, but there are exceptions. Often, I use this cover, “I’m with the building’s marketing team photographing the view. Just ignore me” or I just hide behind furniture.

Jonathan Heisler is a New York City photographer who specializes in photographing private NYC rooftop proposals, as well as engagement session and weddings.

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Esi & Ore Manhattan Rooftop Proposal Photographer

How do you hire a rooftop proposal photographer in nyc?

Esi reached out to us several weeks before he’d propose to Ore on the rooftop of a Midtown Manhattan hotel rooftop. As NYC Proposal Photographers we photograph proposals all throughout the city (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx) and throughout the tri-state area. Many of the proposals we photograph are in Central Park, Grand Central Station, on piers, and the go to spots. However, more often than not we photograph beautiful planned rooftop proposals.

Rooftop proposal vs proposing on the ground.

A rooftop proposal in New York City gives you several benefits that you would not have otherwise.

  • Exclusivity and privacy - A rooftop allows you to setup decorations well in advance of your arrival and away from the eyes of the public.

  • A premium view - Rooftops get you above the crowds and provides you an unobstructed view. This is NYC! This city is known for its iconic views.

why hire a professional proposal photographer in nyc when my friend has an iphone?

Both Trent and myself have over 15 years of experience photographing proposals all throughout New York City and beyond. We know how to plan a secret marriage proposals, where to propose and when to propose. Our experience provides you insight you might not be aware of otherwise. With experience comes unbeatable photos.

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Jack's NYC Proposal at The Edge overlooking Hudson Yards

As a Secret Proposal Photographer in NYC, I have photographed countless marriage proposals all throughout New York City and Long Island. However, photographing at The Edge in Hudson Yards, with its stunning views of NYC, is special. Your photos at The Edge will have unobstructed views of New York City, whether that’s looking uptown, downtown, towards Brooklyn, New Jersey, and Long Island.

Finding the best spot to propose in NYC can be challenging! How to choose a spot.

When Jack inquired about hiring a proposal photographer, he knew where, when, and how he was going to propose to his girlfriend Tamara. His plan was to propose at The Edge first thing in the morning, and honestly, that’s one of the best times and places to propose. Proposing in the morning not only makes for great photos (the lighting is GREAT), but an amazing full day of celebrating. After you propose, you can get brunch and enjoy the rest of the day with your new fiance, family, and friends.

Steps to hiring a Proposal Photographer for the Edge at Hudson Yards

Planning this unique proposal location requires some coordination and planning. First, you have to purchase your photographer a ticket. Select a ticket time 1 hour before your proposal, so he/her are in their spot and ready to go before you arrive to the top of The Edge. Once you’re up top, on The Edge, you’re allowed to stay there. There is no time limit.

Make sure your photographer knows where the best lighting is and where the crowds are not. On today’s proposal, I arrived 1 hour early to scope out the location. Then, I sent Jack instructions on where to go (see below)

NYC Rooftop Proposal | Alex and Lauren

Congrats to New York City’s newly engaged couple, Alex and Lauren!

Lauren, I think it was worth going up to the 23rd floor rooftop on a windy 18* February day to “checkout the New York City skyline”. Alex’s proposal was worth freezing for a bit.

Proposal Photography - Not my first rodeo.

Having photographed countless marriage proposals both here in NYC and throughout the New York Metropolitan area, one would assume I’m a bit jaded photographing secret marriage proposals. However, I still get excited being part of a secret proposal. From helping to plan the moment, to waiting for the couple to arrive, and finally photographing the moment as he proposes I still smile. Every marriage proposal is unique, just like how every couple is unique.