Sunset Surprise Proposal at Balboa Pier | Newport Beach Engagement Photography
When you’ve known a couple for years, photographing their proposal hits differently. That’s exactly what happened when Miguel reached out to us one Wednesday night with a simple text: “Are you free on this date? I’m going to ask Jennifer to marry me.” Of course, our answer was an immediate yes!
We’ve known Jennifer and Miguel for years through our photography business, but more importantly through theirs. They run a mobile pet grooming salon, and they’ve taken care of our pups with the same love and attention we give to our clients. Over the years we’ve even collaborated on holiday photo shoots for their business, and they’ve always been supportive of our photography journey—sharing advice, guidance, and encouragement that meant the world to us. Every visit feels like catching up with old friends, so when Miguel shared his plan to propose at Balboa Pier in Newport Beach, California, we knew it had to be special.
Newport Beach’s Balboa Pier offers golden skies, ocean breezes, and the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable “YES.” Let us capture your proposal as the sun dips below the horizon—intimate, romantic, and forever yours.
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Planning the Undercover Proposal
The plan came together seamlessly. We told Jennifer and Miguel we’d all be “hanging out” in Newport for the day. Since we’ve supported each other’s businesses for years, it wasn’t strange to spend some time together outside of work. The cover story? We had just wrapped up a photoshoot nearby and still had our camera with us. Naturally, we suggested taking a few “couples photos” while enjoying the pier.
Jennifer smiled, not suspecting a thing. We laughed, walked the boardwalk, and captured playful, candid moments as the golden hour light began to paint the sky.
The Big Moment at Balboa Pier
As the sun dipped lower, casting a warm glow over the ocean, Miguel dropped to one knee at the edge of Balboa Pier. Jennifer froze in shock before realizing what was happening. With the waves crashing beneath and the pier lights flickering on, Miguel asked the most important question of his life.
Her answer? A resounding “yes!”
We kept snapping away, documenting every second—from her teary smile to the cheers of people nearby who realized they had just witnessed something unforgettable.
Why We Love Capturing Surprise Proposals in Newport Beach
Proposals are one of our favorite sessions to photograph because they combine raw emotion with storytelling. Newport Beach and Balboa Pier create the perfect backdrop for romance: ocean breezes, a lively pier, and breathtaking sunsets.
What made this day even more meaningful was that it wasn’t just a proposal—it was two longtime clients who had become friends, allowing us to celebrate and capture one of their biggest milestones.
Thinking About Popping the Question?
If you’re planning a surprise proposal in Orange County or anywhere in Southern California, consider our Undercover Proposal Package. We’ll help you plot, plan, and perfectly disguise the shoot so your partner never suspects a thing—until you’re down on one knee.
