dallas proposal photographer

dallas proposal & engagement photographer

Genuine, Authentic & Joyful Memories

Genuine, Authentic & Joyful Memories

for adventure seeking and blissfully in love couples

for adventure seeking and blissfully in love couples

. . . dressed in her custom wedding gown as she walked towards this moment she had been looking forward to for so long.

As I took in that shared look between them, I have never felt so satisfied crafting images that I knew would bring a couple so much joy. At the age of 12 I was gifted my first camera and I fell in love with the ability to freeze time if only for a moment.   

Fast forward to today and I enjoy being able to document the joy and authenticity at each wedding I photograph for my fun-loving couples who value an honest representation of their wedding day.


 

As Carter stood there in his suit, tears welled up in his eyes as he watched the love of his life slowly walking towards him...

...as I glanced back to look at Haley and her Father, she had the happiest smile on her face.

These cherished, unforgettable moments are what fuels my passion. 

As a DFW area proposal photographer, I count myself lucky to be able to document life's adventures for couples like you that value the joy-filled passion and excitement that comes with starting a new life together. 

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Dallas proposal photographer

 dallas proposal photographer 

Arlene Stepanian

his eyes

carter's  eyes

locked onto Haley's

locked onto Haley's. . .

arlene stepanian

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Proposal Session Experience

Proposal Session Experience

1.Find a Photogrpaher

1.Find a Photographer

Reach out to your photographer and tell them what you have in mind. Be receptive to the photographer’s feedback! Most photographers have considerable experience in proposals and how to navigate the stealthy occasion and are great at abrupt change and impromptu situations. Discuss all the details and listen as they can anticipate challenges you may not have even thought about.

Reach out to your photographer and tell them what you have in mind. Be receptive to the photographer’s feedback!  Most photographers have considerable experience in proposals and how to navigate the stealthy occasion and are great at abrupt change and impromptu situations. Discuss all the details and listen as they can anticipate challenges you may not have even thought about.

2.Select a Date & Location

2.Select a Date & Location

Selecting a meaningful location or a place with fond memories adds a personal touch to your proposal. These settings not only provide a beautiful backdrop but also evoke emotions, making the photos a reflection of your shared history and experiences.

Bringing fun props like champagne to pop to add a playful element to the session. Also bringing your favorite snack or drinks can add a bit of fun and help energize you as well. It adds a casual and comfortable atmosphere, allowing you to be yourselves in front of the camera.

Selecting a meaningful location or a place with fond memories adds a personal touch to your proposal. These settings not only provide a beautiful backdrop but also evoke emotions, making the photos a reflection of your shared history and experiences.

Bringing fun props like champagne to pop to add a playful element to the session. Also bringing your favorite snack or drinks can add a bit of fun and help energize you as well. It adds a casual and comfortable atmosphere, allowing you to be yourselves in front of the camera.

Pets are cherished members of the family, and capturing their presence adds a layer of joy and completeness to your engagement photos.

Pets are cherished members of the family, and capturing their presence adds a layer of joy and completeness to your engagement photos.

Meet the photographer beforehand at the time of day the proposal is planned for. Walk around the area, allow the photographer to take some test shots, and figure out the absolute best places. Sometimes what you believe would make a great background may not work due to the lighting conditions at that time of day. Consider a different time or an alternative location, if needed. Discuss where the photographer will be and how far away, talk about how you and your fiancee should be standing, walking so that you place yourselves at the perfect angle for the best shots. Sometimes a minor adjustment of just two steps to the right or left can make your fiancé’s facial reaction more visible. Ensure that you thoroughly go through all the details.

Meet the photographer beforehand at the time of day the proposal is planned for. Walk around the area, allow the photographer to take some test shots, and figure out the absolute best places.  Sometimes what you believe would make a great background may not work due to the lighting conditions at that time of day. Consider a different time or an alternative location, if needed. Discuss where the photographer will be and how far away, talk about how you and your fiancee should be standing, walking so that you place yourselves at the perfect angle for the best shots. Sometimes a minor adjustment of just two steps to the right or left can make your fiancé’s facial reaction more visible. Ensure that you thoroughly go through all the details.

3.Scout the Location with the Photographer

3.Scout the Location with the photographer

If you are enjoying yourselves, then your engagement pictures will look like the “real” you. You should be enjoying the time with your fiance, not struggling through the photo shoot.  

If you are enjoying yourselves, then your engagement pictures will look like the “real” you. You should be enjoying the time with your fiancee,  Not struggling through the photo shoot.  

5.Dress Up!

4.Dress Up!

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experience you are looking for?

 

does this sound like the proposal experience you are looking for?

 


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6.Celebrate & Share

5.Celebrate & Share

Use your favorite images on your Save the Dates, or create an heirloom album to display at your reception and then your home later.  Showcase stunning prints and canvases around your reception then take them home to hang on your walls. Choose any or all of these options, I will help you showcase and preserve your joy-filled love story because you are worth it.

Use your favorite images on your Save the Dates, or create an heirloom album to display at your reception and then your home later. Showcase stunning prints and canvases around your reception then take them home to hang on your walls. Choose any or all of these options, I will help you showcase and preserve your joy-filled love story because you are worth it.

arlene stepanian photography | proposal photographer in Dfw

4.Fur Babies can Come!

Looking for the best places
to propose in Dallas?

Looking for the best places to propose in Dallas?

Have you been debating on proposing
but you're at a standstill because you haven't found THE PLACE?
I have researched the most beautiful and romantic spots 
in Dallas to propose and afterwards have a few more 
portraits taken!

Have you been debating on proposing but you're at a standstill because you haven't found THE PLACE?  

Check out my article below!  


The Best Spots for Proposals in Dallas


The Best Spots for Proposals in Dallas

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Crafting Memories that are...

Crafting Memories that are...

genuine
authentic
joyful

genuine
authentic
joyful

Once In A Lifetime Memories Documented FOREVER

Once In A Lifetime Memories Documented....FOREVER

genuine proposal & engagement photography in dallas

genuine proposal photography in dallas

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Newly Engaged?

Newly Engaged?

...and wondering what's next?

...and wondering what's next?

I got you covered! 
 I have a whole page of resources just waiting for you!

I got you covered!   I have a whole page of resources just waiting for you!


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Thank You!

Thank You!

Thank you so much for contacting me!
I am excited to chat with you about
your upcoming wedding!
I will give you a call within 24-48 hours,
in the meantime, check out these helpful tips below to make the most of your wedding day!

Thank you so much for contacting me!
I am excited to chat with you about
your upcoming wedding!
I will give you a call within 24-48 hours,
in the meantime, check out these helpful tips below to make the most of your wedding day!

arlene stepanian photography

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