Proposal & Engagement Photography in Paso Robles
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Capture the moment you ask with proposal and engagement photography in Paso Robles and across San Luis Obispo County and the Central Coast. These sessions preserve authentic reactions, heartfelt emotion, and the excitement of your proposal in timeless, beautifully composed images. From intimate, private moments to thoughtfully planned celebrations, each experience is crafted to feel seamless, discreet, and stress-free while your story unfolds naturally.
Packages & Offerings
Each proposal collection includes planning guidance, a curated number of edited images, and an online gallery for selecting your favorites. Additional images and full gallery upgrades are available if you’d love to keep more.
EP 01
Sweet
surprise
Perfect for intimate, private proposals, this collection captures the key moment and a few natural reactions with a calm, unobtrusive approach. Ideal for couples who want a simple, meaningful, and stress-free experience.
30 minutes of coverage
30 edited high-resolution images
Online gallery for image selection
Additional images and full gallery upgrades available
$500
EP 02
classic romance
Designed to capture more of the story, this collection allows time for the proposal, genuine reactions, and portraits afterward. It offers a thoughtful balance of coverage, flexibility, and beautifully preserved emotion.
1 hour of coverage
65 edited high-resolution images
Online gallery for image selection
Additional images and full gallery upgrades available
Most Popular
$750
EP 03
The grand gesture
Created for proposals that deserve extra time and flexibility, this collection offers the most complete coverage for a seamless, elevated experience. Ideal for elaborate plans, multiple locations, or couples who want every moment beautifully preserved.
90-120 minutes of coverage
Full gallery of all edited high-resolution images
Priority delivery within 48 hours
Online gallery for download and sharing
$1,200
from my clients
Absolutely incredible work from April Simmons!
I was introduced to April as I started the process of a surprise engagement for my now fiancé. April did such an amazing job capturing such a special moment for us both. She even went above and beyond to help with the surprise!
We're so grateful to have met April and would recommend her to anyone looking to capture your most important life moments!
Ron B. - Paso Robles, CA
from my clients
April was terrific to work with. She helped advise on the spots, took fantastic pictures, was flexible in the planning, all for a reasonable rate. Would highly recommend!
Tom C. - Paso Robles, CA
from my clients
I originally booked April to shoot my proposal to my then-girlfriend. April was super responsive and kind. She helped me formulate a plan and it went into action. I surprised my now-wife at a winery, where April had scoped out weeks prior and helped coordinate logistics. After the big surprise, April took pictures of us for over an hour, exceeding all expectations. Two days later, we received our pictures. She captured and edited 245 pictures in 2 days, and each one was as pretty as the last.
Throughout the process, she was extremely kind, responsive, and understanding. She jumped at any idea we had and was eager to capture us. We did an engagement shoot a few months before the wedding, and we had people complimenting us on our pictures for months. Her bubbly yet gentle personality is perfect for folks who are not as photogenic as they'd like to be. She rolls with the punches and works so hard to get the perfect shot. Needless to say, we booked her for our wedding.
Joe H. - San Luis Obispo, CA
from my clients
I booked April for a proposal and she was so amazing to work with. She responds fast, helped with coordinations, and guided us through out the pictures on the day of ensuring we still maintained that moment. The pictures were sent only couple days later and they looked amazing!
Argasik M. - morro bay, CA
from my clients
I hired April for a surprise proposal and knew from the moment I reached out to her that my expectations were going to be exceeded simply because of her professionalism. She was very friendly and made me feel comfortable, she even gave me some good tips to make the moment even more special. On the big day she was very cordial and made sure to show up early to the right location and even gave me a heads up when she was in position to capture our moment. After proposing she walked us around to take some of the most beautiful photos we’ve ever had taken of ourselves. She took some great shots from angles that just captured us two even on a public beach. We never had professional photos taken before so it was nice having her guide the poses and let her work her magic. She suggested a lot of creative ideas that enhanced our photos to look phenomenal. She delivered the photos within the promised timeframe and even earlier than we had expected. Definitely would recommend her to anyone looking to capture their special moment. We will be booking with her again if we decide to get married in the area!
anDrew L. - pismo beach, CA
“Love does not consist of gazing at each other, but in looking outward together in the same direction.”
-Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
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FAQ
Do you help plan surprise proposals?
Absolutely. I assist with location selection, timing, positioning, and discreet coordination to ensure everything unfolds smoothly while keeping the moment authentic and stress-free.
Can you help us choose the best location and time of day?
Yes. I offer guidance on lighting, privacy, and overall atmosphere to help create a setting that feels meaningful and photographs beautifully.
What happens after the proposal?
After the “yes,” we typically transition into relaxed engagement portraits nearby. These moments are guided gently and feel natural, celebratory, and unposed.
How quickly will we receive our images?
Proposal and engagement galleries are delivered promptly. This way you can share the special moment with friends and family!