Discreet, in-cognito proposal photography in Tasmania - If you think you’d like your proposal photographed in all its intimacy, I’d be thrilled to work with you.
A marriage proposal is a true demonstration of organisational talent – if you succeed, you take your partner by surprise in such a way that this day cements itself into your collective memory.
Asking the big question is a calculated risk and an extremely intimate event – you’re asking your partner to say yes to being with you for the rest of their life. When it comes to photographing proposals, I offer discretion, professionality, and will be there when it counts.
If you haven’t considered having your proposal photographed, give yourself a little time to think about it now. Unless you’re skydiving or scuba diving, chances are, you could organise an incognito photographer to capture the question of questions and the moments thereafter. If you’re curious about how we can make this work, get in contact with me. I’d be happy to talk with you about logistics and planning.
Cihan and Grace - Muirs Beach, Coles Bay, Tasmania
On an almost secluded beach in Coles Bay in summer, Cihan had set up a beautiful picnic spread and given me enough information to photograph his proposal to Grace. Cihan and Grace were a wonderful, natural couple and I felt very privileged to experience and photograph Cihan’s proposal. Due to the openness of Muirs Beach, it was impossible for me to hide, and Cihan and Grace accepted my presence wonderfully, allowing their proposal and time together to be photographed in a truly authentic way.
Shane and Mahereen - Freycinet Marine Park, Coles Bay, Tasmania
When Shane first got in contact with me, I honestly knew very little about what was in store. Shane planned to propose to Mahereen at the Freycinet Marine Park whilst they toured the oyster farm and I needed to be on site and ready to capture the moment once they arrived.
I spent time getting to know the area, trying to figure out the ins-and-outs of the oyster farm so that I’d blend in. I made the journey into the water in my waders – making sure to pay attention to any obstacles in my path. It would have been a real problem if I’d have gotten stuck or fallen in. I quickly got used to my surrounds and got busy looking like I was busy.
Shane and Mahereen must have gotten used to ignoring me as I counted traps, tied knots and swept the shed, and as the moment drew near, I moved closer to the table.
The heavy drizzle had cleared and the warm light of the setting sun created dreamy clouds which accentuated the Hazards - the mountain range looking over Coles Bay, in the background. The water was glassy smooth and a range of different birds appeared in the periphery reminding us of the beautiful Tasmanian nature which surrounded us.
It was at that moment that Shane retrieved the carefully engineered ‘ring’ oyster from his pocket, asking Mahereen if she wanted to try and shuck it. With all the practice she’d had with real oysters, Mahereen must have figured something special was happening as she cut through the tape enclosing the oyster.
She opened it to find a magnificent engagement ring, specially chosen by Shane. She’d been enjoying her and Shane’s retreat to the edge of the world, and suddenly it had become a dream proposal. At this stage both Isaac, the expert leading the tour, and myself had to come clean. Shane’s face was filled with a broad smile of pure joy - the plan had been a success and the weather had worked in his favour too - the day had been mostly wet, but a two hour patch of calm sunlight had set the scene for a perfectly unique proposal.
Saffire were an amazing team to collaborate with for their equally impressive organisational talent - congratulations again, Shane and Mahereen.
