NYC proposal

Spencer's NYC Proposal at The Edge

The Proposal Plan: Spencer proposed to Hayden on their trip to New York City to kickoff the holiday season! We chose The Edge at Hudson Yards for its unobstructed views of the NYC skyline. The skyline would add context to their moment. Every time I photograph at The Edge, I love it more and more.

Hayden and Spencer arrived to the top of The Edge right on time! Upon seeing them, Spencer and I made eye contact. They walked over and Spencer asked me, “a stranger”, if I could take a photo of them with his iPhone.

I took several photos with Spencer’s iPhone and I offered a few instructions on how to pose. Then, Spencer turned to Hayden, and started to tell her about all of the reasons he loved her. Spencer dropped to one knee and popped the question. Hayden was so shocked, full of emotion, and simply ecstatic!

Proposing at The Edge, NYC Takes Some Planning

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 before you. That way they are up top before you. I have several recommendations on where up top you should propose and where, but I’ll tell you about that later! Using my experience as a professional NYC Proposal Photographer really pays off when it comes to photographing proposals at The Edge, or anywhere in New York City.


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Steve and Karen Sunset Proposal at The Edge NYC

Proposing at The Edge is one of the best places to propose in all of New York City

That’s a bold statement. However, if you are proposing in New York City, and no matter if you are from New York or you are just visiting, NYC is a part of your story. And, it should make an appearance in your proposal photos. When hiring a professional proposal photographer to capture your moment, you want there to be context as to where and when you proposed. The Edge provides you unobstructed views of New York City facing South, East, West, and North.

How to plan a surprise proposal at The Edge in Hudson Yards NYC

First, 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 and the views face every which way.

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 a time slop before you.minutes before you. Please keep in mind, during the holiday season the line to get through security can take as long as 1 hour. Once up top, my favorite spot to capture proposals is 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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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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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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Gregory & Audrey Medical Resident Proposal

Pups and Proposals.

As a Secret Proposal Photographer in NYC, I have been lucky enough to photograph a countless amount of truly unique and personalized proposals all throughout New York City and Long Island. However, photographing Gregory’s proposal, with his 90lbs Saint Bernerd was special.

FINDING THE BEST SPOT TO PROPOSE IN NYC CAN BE CHALLENGING! HOW TO CHOOSE A SPOT.

When Gregory inquired about hiring a proposal photographer, he knew where, when, and how he was going to propose to his girlfriend Audrey. His plan was to propose outside of the hospital where he works as a surgical resident. Gregory and Audrey meet at the end of almost every shift, whether it’s when one is going to work and the other is coming home or visa versa. For them, the hospital is a large part of their lives and their relationship.

STEPS TO HIRING A PROPOSAL PHOTOGRAPHER TO PHOTOGRAPH YOUR NYC PROPOSAL

Planning your very own unique surprise marriage proposal requires some coordination and planning. So, let’s talk it out and start thinking about how you’ll propose:

  • How are you goin to get her/him out of the apartment?

  • What time of day?

  • Is there a place with meaning for the both of you?

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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)