So you're ready to propose...


Congratulations on finding your forever person! Let's document this special moment! I, along with The Ritz-Carlton concierge, will guide you through the process of planning this special day. I want to make it easy for you and extra special for your soon-to-be fiance!

Newley engaged couple wearing white smiling and toasting champagne while sitting on a beach in Santa Barbara

MEET YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER & VIDEOGRAPHER

Hi, I'm Tristin

I’m a local Santa Barbara proposal photographer, born and raised. Planning a proposal is personal, and I’m here to make the experience feel easy from start to finish. Together with The Ritz-Carlton Concierge, I’ll help coordinate the location, timing, and details so you can stay focused on the moment.

I’ll discreetly photograph the proposal as it unfolds, then guide you through a relaxed portrait session to celebrate your engagement.

Find out more about me

the PHOTOGRAPHY process

1: Book Your photo shoot WITH ME


Fill out my contact form and let me know what vibe you're looking for in your Santa Barbara session location. If we are a good fit, we will choose a date and get you on my calendar!

2: I'll help you Get Prepared


We will narrow down an exact location, use my styling guide to help you build cohesive outfits, and get feedback and suggestions from me. As a 4th generation Santa Barbara Photographer, I know all the best spots.

3: expect a joyful photo EXPERIENCE


Enjoy your fun photo experience full of love, joy, and connection. Enjoy each other and go with the flow! You'll love your photographs so much more if you do.

4: Receive Your Images & album


Finally, within 4 weeks, you'll receive your online gallery full of joy-filled images of you with your loved ones. Your complimentary photo album will follow just days later. You can order prints and wall art right from your gallery if you wish.

Proposal Photography Session

$1800 ALL-INCLUSIVE LIFESTYLE PORTRAIT EXPERIENCE


Proposal sessions are photographed outdoors in beautiful natural light, using Santa Barbara’s scenery to frame this once-in-a-lifetime moment. Whether on the beach or beneath an oak tree, the focus is always on authenticity, emotion, and connection. Discreet and thoughtfully planned, I document the proposal as it naturally unfolds, preserving the surprise, the reactions, and the joy that follows.


What’s included


• Personalized planning support to help you choose the ideal location, timing, and approach

• Up to one hour of proposal coverage

• A minimum of 90 hand-edited images in both color and black & white

• A private online gallery for viewing, downloading, and sharing

• A complimentary luxury photo album, thoughtfully designed by me and delivered to your home


OPTIONAL ADD ONS


CINEMATIC PROPOSAL FILM $900

A beautifully edited film that captures movement, emotion, and the full experience of your proposal


EXPEDITED GALLERY DELIVERY $250

Your full gallery delivered within one week, plus a small set of sneak peeks within 48 hours, perfect for sharing your announcement

Newley engaged woman kissing her fiancé sitting behind a bouquet of roses as he holds a glass of champagne on the beach

Cinematic Proposal Films

When you book a session with me, you have the option to add on a 2-3 minute cinematic film with music. It's a way to encapsulate a small yet meaningful slice of time, documented in a way that will endure for generations to come.
A romantic couple embracing and laughing together on a sunny beach.
Romantic couple sharing an intimate moment at golden hour, woman in burgundy dress with engagement ring visible.

The Proposal Flow

Each proposal is unique, but a general flow typically works best

I suggest you and your partner head to the chosen proposal spot while I follow behind. If you kneel down to propose, stay on your knee for at least 20 seconds so I can capture different angles. Then, I'll introduce myself, offer champagne if pre-arranged, and give you both a moment to take in the moment. After a minute or two, we'll walk together for photographs.

Man proposing on one knee to woman on a sunny beach, holding a ring with a will you marry me sign nearby.
A romantic beach proposal scene with decorative pillows and woven baskets on the sand.
Man proposes to woman on a sandy beach at sunset, holding a ring while she covers her face in surprise.
Man proposing to woman on a romantic beach at sunset, both dressed in white, with flowers arranged nearby.
Couple sharing a romantic beach proposal surrounded by red roses under a wooden arch at golden hour.
Beach proposal scene with red rose petals scattered on the sand at sunset.
A couple shares a special moment on the beach with their golden retriever dogs.
Romantic beach picnic scene with red roses and cozy blankets at sunset.
Couple embracing and kissing on a sandy beach in white outfits during a romantic sunset wedding photoshoot.
Couple kissing under wooden arch decorated with red roses on sandy beach at sunset.
Close-up portrait of two people smiling together outdoors during golden hour sunlight.
A joyful embrace on the beach at sunset with waves crashing in the background.
Blurred reflection of a person standing in shallow water with warm golden tones creating an abstract artistic effect.
Couple embracing on a rocky beach at golden sunset, woman in blue dress smiling up at man in white shirt.
Man kneeling on sandy beach proposing to woman near ocean with white roses and romantic sunset backdrop.

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