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There are few places in New York City as effortlessly romantic as Gantry Plaza State Park in Long Island City. This area has a sweeping panoramic view of the Manhattan skyline. This, coupled with the East River gently moving in the background, allows you to spot iconic landmarks like the Chrysler Building and the United Nations on the horizon. Gantry Plaza State Park truly offers a breathtaking setting for a NYC surprise proposal […]

NYC Engagement, NYC Proposal

January 20, 2026

A Romantic Surprise Proposal in Long Island City, Queens

A Romantic Surprise Proposal in Long Island City, Queens

Long Island City Couple at Gantry State Park

There is nothing quite as timeless as a Central Park proposal in New York City. Surrounded by historic architecture, lush greenery, and the unmistakable energy of Manhattan, Central Park offers one of the most iconic backdrops for an engagement. As a NYC engagement photographer, I have photographed countless proposals throughout the city. But engagement sessions in Central Park always stand out for their versatility […]

Central Park, NYC Engagement, NYC Proposal

January 13, 2026

A Romantic Central Park Proposal in Manhattan, NYC

A Romantic Central Park Proposal in Manhattan, NYC

I’m so happy that Claire and James finally got a beautiful fall afternoon for their engagement session! These two are so sweet and fun to photograph throughout the city. I had the best time exploring Chelsea, New York with them as they got comfortable in front of the camera throughout the NYC engagement session. Claire and James met at a bar in the Meatpacking District. It has been five years since they started dating. […]

Chelsea, NYC Engagement

February 19, 2025

A Beautiful Fall NYC Engagement in Chelsea, New York

A Beautiful Fall NYC Engagement in Chelsea, New York

Chelsea NY Engagement Session

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