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Big Sur Photographer Surprise Proposal | Devin & Mali

couple overlooking the water in each other's arms

I was SO over the moon to be Devin and Mali’s local Big Sur photographer for their surprise proposal! We had it all planned out: Mali was going on a girls trip to Carmel with her sister and friend, meanwhile, Devin and I were putting together the surprise proposal. He even already had locations in mind for the day- Garrapata State Park, Bluff Trail, Painter’s Point- to name a few. He knew he wanted to pop the question in Big Sur for the area’s beautiful scenery and that’s as good a reason as any to propose here! Read on for this stylish surprise proposal!

view of the water and mountains in Big Sur by film photographer AGS Photo Art
ladies in Big Sur celebrating the surprise proposal
man in a blue suit popping the question in Big Sur to his now fiancée in a red and black outfit

What Do You Love About Your Partner?

“Mali is kind, easygoing, and puts up with me. I love her funny faces and how just being herself brings humor. We’ve been together for three-and-a-half years now and while I can’t name a single moment, I knew she was The One and was ready to propose about six months ago. The two of us show our love in hugs and kisses. And our nickname we call each other, ‘Didu’. I want today to be a really special occasion for her and our relationship. I’m confident it will be just that!” – Devin

presenting the engagement ring

Surprise Proposal Photographer In Big Sur

Mali was with her sister and friend on their trip to Carmel so the plan was for the ladies to have their dinner reservations at 5:30. Then, they’d suggest going to the trail to see the sunset for golden hour. Devin will already be there and they’ll walk her close to the spot. Finally, Mali will see him and he’ll say a few words and propose!

surprise proposal in action in Big Sur
excited reaction to Big Sur surprise proposal

I love when your partner and friends can come together to plan surprises like this. It’s such a fun and thoughtful collaboration to put on together for a special person in your lives. And WOW, everyone was so dressed to the nines, I just loved it all!

surprise proposal couple portrait by Big Sur photographer AGS Photo Art
black and white surprise proposal couple portrait by Big Sur film photographer AGS Photo Art
portrait of the couple with the woman smiling over her shoulder at the camera while her fiancé smiles at her

Devin wore this really dashing blue suit and Mali’s red skirt, leather jacket and her HAIR- they were both SUPER stylish! Devin and Mali’s parents were there to celebrate their popping the question too! It was so sweet to be their Big Sur photographer for their surprise proposal and to not only capture the surprise proposal itself, but also their families’ reaction to this exciting day.

family reactions to engagement ring and surprise proposal
couple smiling at each other while embracing
couple showing off their ring to the Big Sur photographer in celebration of their surprise proposal
hugging couple portrait in Big Sur

Celebrating With Champagne

After shooting their surprise proposal, we went down to the beach to celebrate with champagne. After all, celebrations and champagne go together hand in hand, just like these two! We did a few portraits on the trails as well. It was all such a blast! I was beyond honored to have been their Big Sur photographer for their surprise proposal.

couple celebrating their Big Sur surprise proposal at the beach with champagne by film photographer AGS Photo Art
couple during their Big Sur surprise proposal session
portrait of couple touching their noses together surrounded by yellow flowers on the trail
black and white photo of the couple from the shoulders down walking along a trail in Big Sur after their surprise proposal by Big Sur photographer AGS Photo Art

Looking for a local Big Sur photographer for your next special occasion? Surprise proposals, engagements, weddings- I do it all! There’s no shortage of scenic locations to capture timeless memories at when it comes to Big Sur whether you’re a coast lover, trailblazer, or both! Contact me here. Let’s make it happen!

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