Aaron & Emily's Unforgettable Lavender Bay Surprise Proposal

A Love Story Years in the Making

Aaron and Emily's journey began over a decade ago as friends, blossoming into a deep and enduring love over the past two years. Their bond is evident in every shared glance and laugh, making them a joy to photograph.

Aaron proposing to Emily with Sydney Harbour Bridge in the background

The Perfect Surprise

With meticulous planning, Aaron orchestrated a surprise proposal that would capture their love story's essence. Choosing the picturesque Lavender Bay with the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge as the backdrop, he ensured every detail was perfect. Under the guise of a casual photoshoot, Emily was led to the spot, unsuspecting of the life-changing moment about to unfold.

Aaron proposing to Emily with Sydney Harbour Bridge in the background

Capturing the Moment

As Emily turned to face Aaron, he dropped to one knee, presenting a ring that symbolized their shared past and future. Her astonishment quickly turned to joy, and the moment was immortalized through candid, heartfelt photographs. The genuine emotions captured during this surprise proposal are a testament to their profound connection.

Candid moment of Aaron and Emily embracing after engagement

A Photographer's Perspective

Being part of such a significant moment is always an honor. Aaron and Emily's warmth and authenticity made the session seamless and memorable. Their story serves as a beautiful reminder of love's enduring power and the importance of capturing these milestones.

Candid moment of Aaron and Emily embracing after engagement
Candid moment of Aaron and Emily embracing after engagement
Emily's surprised reaction during the proposal at Lavender Bay
Emily's surprised reaction during the proposal at Lavender Bay
Couple celebrating their engagement at Lavender Bay, Sydney
Couple celebrating their engagement at Lavender Bay, Sydney
Couple celebrating their engagement at Lavender Bay, Sydney
Couple celebrating their engagement at Lavender Bay, Sydney
Couple celebrating their engagement at Lavender Bay, Sydney
Couple celebrating their engagement at Lavender Bay, Sydney
Couple celebrating their engagement at Lavender Bay, Sydney
Couple celebrating their engagement at Lavender Bay, Sydney
Couple celebrating their engagement at Lavender Bay, Sydney
Couple celebrating their engagement at Lavender Bay, Sydney
Couple celebrating their engagement at Lavender Bay, Sydney
Couple celebrating their engagement at Lavender Bay, Sydney
Couple celebrating their engagement at Lavender Bay, Sydney
Couple celebrating their engagement at Lavender Bay, Sydney
Couple celebrating their engagement at Lavender Bay, Sydney

P.S. This was my first time ever shooting a proposal as all wedding photographers have been booked out so I was helping a friend. Who am I to get in the way of love?? Seriously Aaron and Emily are soooooo nice, it’s super hard to say no!! (That and their super persistent friend, Shazzy who also nannied my daughter for 2 years ;) So just a tip to book your wedding photographers early people!! I have a few absolutely AMAZING ones I can recommend depending on your style:

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