So you're ready to propose...


Congratulations on finding your forever person! Let's document this special moment! I, along with the staff at El Capitan Canyon, 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!

A romantic couple embraces on a beautiful beach at sunset with cloudy skies and ocean waves in the background.

MEET YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER & VIDEOGRAPHER

Hi, I'm Tristin

I’m a local Santa Barbara family lifestyle photographer, born and raised. I believe that choosing a photographer is an important and personal decision. If we get to work together we will laugh, play, and have a great time! Capturing the unique beauty in every family is my passion and I look forward to turning your love into art.

I, along with El Capitan Canyon, am here to help!

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 3 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

$1250 ALL-INCLUSIVE LIFESTYLE PORTRAIT SESSION


ADD ON A CINEMATIC FILM TO GO ALONG WITH YOUR PHOTOS FOR $500


ADD ON expedited delivery of your gallery along with sneak peeks for your social announcement FOR $250



Proposal sessions take place outside with nature as your backdrop. Whether beneath ancient oak trees with golden light filtering through the branches or on the beach with waves crashing in the distance, your proposal will be a moment to remember. These sessions are real and honest, capturing you just as you are now.


Includes a proposal session, usually lasting up to one hour. Includes all high-resolution digital files from your gallery in both color and black & white (minimum of 75), presented in a private online gallery for viewing, downloading, and sharing. You will receive a complimentary luxury photo album from your session. Leave the layout to me. I will design and deliver a beautiful custom album that will last for generations.

Romantic silhouetted couple embracing at sunset on beach with sun flare between them creating warm backlight effect.

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 couple embraces tenderly on a sandy beach at sunset, with sun flare and coastal homes in the background.
Couple walking hand in hand on a sunny beach at sunset wearing formal attire.

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.

A romantic beach proposal at sunset with rose petals scattered on a blanket and seaside homes in the background.
Beach marriage proposal scene with decorative lanterns and scattered rose petals.
Romantic beach proposal scene at sunset with rose petals scattered on the sand near oceanfront homes.
A romantic beach proposal setup with a low wooden table and floral arrangements on the sand.
Close-up portrait of two people smiling together outdoors during golden hour sunlight.
Someone in a black dress laughs joyfully while being led by the hand on a sandy beach at sunset.

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