Tag: surprise wedding proposal
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Daniel proposes to Daniela on Grindelwald First mountain summit in September 2025. She had no idea! A really nice couple from U.S.A. Elevation: 2,184 m (7,165 ft) Apparently, Daniela is the one who organizes everything. I don’t think she was surprised to hear they were over an hour late for the photo shoot. They had…
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Cori and Chad were already engaged when we met in Iseltwald. Chad had proposed earlier that week. They wanted engagement photos to officially share the happy news with family and friends. The photo shoot began at 11:30 a.m. They waited in line for about 30 minutes to access the pier. A couple of girls were…
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A surprise engagement in Schloss Schadau Park by the serene shores of Lake Thun. A magical marriage proposal set against the backdrop of this iconic Swiss historic hotel on a beautiful September evening in 2025. Schloss Schadau and its expansive park are a beloved spot for locals. We were fortunate that our engagement was uninterrupted…
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Seeking shade during an engagement photo shoot in Lauterbrunnen can make all the difference. Shooting under bright blue skies presents challenges, as photographers must carefully avoid harsh sunlight casting shadows on the faces. I always carry a diffuser to shade faces in open areas, but having a tree nearby is invaluable for capturing intimate portraits.…
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It had been a while since I last captured an evening engagement in the Swiss mountains. In August, I was delighted to find enough light to gently illuminate the shadows in the Lauterbrunnen valley. Capturing an engagement during sunset can be challenging, so we chose not to force it. The colors were unique, and without…
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An engagement on Grindelwald’s First Mountain. Andrew had already proposed to Nicci somewhere else but had not inform their family and friends. The couple wanted some pictures! They reinacted the moment in spectacular scenery on Grindelwald’s First mountain. They kindly wrote a 5 star review on Google: “We had the most incredible experience with John…
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A surprise engagement on Männlichen mountain. On the Royal Walk at an elevation of 2,343 m. She said yes with the Eiger mountain as a backdrop. The Männlichen is a 2,343-metre mountain in the Swiss Alps. It can be reached from Wengen by the Wengen–Männlichen aerial cableway, or from the Grindelwald Terminal station using the…
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Surprise Engagement on the “Royal Walk“. This is the trail from the Wengen-Männlichen cable car to the summit of the Männlichen mountain. Elevation: 2,224 m (7,296 ft.). It’s a 20 minute walk from the cable car up to the Royal Walk. All uphill! A photo shoot will take over an hour if we meet at…
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A surprise engagement on Grindelwald’s FIRST mountain offers a breathtaking setting with the iconic Eiger mountain as a stunning backdrop. Explore the area to discover even more magnificent peaks that create the perfect scenery for unforgettable moments. First is a mountain location and minor summit situated on the slopes of the Schwarzhorn above Grindelwald. An…
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An engagement on a sunny morning near Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland. Duke asks Katie to marry him. Of course she said “Yes”. It was an unforgettable surprise engagement. Duke had always been full of surprises, and this time was no different. He had told Katie they were heading to Canada for a holiday. However, at the airport,…
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Eduardo hadn’t anticipated snow for his surprise engagement to Myriam. He proposed the day after a snowstorm swept through the Jungfrau region of Switzerland. The couple, from Mexico, embraced the prospect of a snowy engagement photo shoot. An added bonus the 974 ft. high Staubbach waterfall was very active. It’s the longest free falling waterfall…
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Engagement after a snow storm which brought early morning chaos to the area. An unexpected change of the weather brought the snow back to Lauterbrunnen before Easter. A last minute change in the plans. Joel proposed to Amanda in front of the breathtaking Staubbach waterfall. The couple live in Singapore. The snow was a bonus!…
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In the snow at 2,184 m or 7,165 ft. A lovely couple from Singapore tie the knot! We agreed that Kenneth shall follow me from Interlaken to Grindelwald. He shall lead Leng Wei through the streets. Follow me (at a distance) to the cable car to the top. They shall then follow me across the…
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A surprise engagement on Iseltwald Pier in the middle of March 2025. She said yes on the jetty made popular in the Netflix’s Asian TV series “Crash Landing On You”. I was fully prepared for the couple who had traveled all the way from Zurich in their rental car. For the shoot, I worked with…
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During a surprise proposal on December 24th in Iseltwald, an engagement ring slipped into Lake Brienz as Carsen knelt down to ask for his partner’s hand in marriage. Carsen was distracted by someone on the waterfront shouting congratulations. As he turned to respond, the ring slipped from the box and tumbled into the lake. Carsen…
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We went up into the mountains that surround this Swiss alpine resort. There is still snow on the top but it is wet making it difficult to walk. But we made it! It was a lovely day and my favorite spot was being used by para-gliders. Normally they take-off further down the mountain. Alexis had…
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A photo shoot after a surprise engagement in Grindelwald in February, 2025. Derwin pops the question to Hanne. Afterwards a photo shoot featuring the iconic Eiger mountain in the background when possible. In February, the sun is behind the Eiger mountain. The town is in the shadows all day. The sun will appear around 4…
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Zuriel proposes to Georgia in a very popular location in Lauterbrunnen. It’s a cold day in December with snow on the ground. It’s snowing a little! The view of the valley is covered in cloud. But that doesn’t worry this happy couple from the USA. I used this location a lot in the old days.…
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A surprise engagement on Iseltwald pier at the end of November 2024. The couple arrived on the express bus from Interlaken Ost railway station at 11 a.m. and there were a few people in the area. No bus groups. However there were 4 old women who decided to have some fun by shouting out posing…
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Originally, I considered titling this post “An Early Morning Photo Shoot in Lauterbrunnen,” but 9 a.m. doesn’t quite qualify as early. In October, 9 a.m. can be a bit early for a photo shoot, with clouds often obscuring the mountains. I could have used another couple of hours for the skies to clear, but with…
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A lovely couple from Austin, Texas, exchanged vows amidst the picturesque mountains overlooking Lauterbrunnen. Though the day wasn’t ideal for breathtaking mountain views, the enveloping low clouds added a uniquely enchanting touch. As mid-September brings cooler temperatures, snow has reappeared on the mountain peaks. This weather radar app proved invaluable for coordinating the perfect meeting…
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A surprise marriage proposal by lake Thun near Interlaken. A couple from the USA tie the knot as the sun rises over Thunersee. The engagement was planned for the day before but there were black clouds in the sky. Richard wanted an early morning meeting. I was unknown to his girlfriend. However the weather was…
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Photographer for a surprise engagement in Hotel Villa Honegg in Ennetbürgen, Switzerland. It was a lovely day on which Bobby proposed high up in the Swiss mountains. The sun was a challenge. Spectacular viewa over the lake.
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A surprise engagement in Interlaken. Emily said yes by Thun lake (Thunersee) on the last day in November. The morning started with cloud covering the mountain in the background. We were lucky the cloud parted and we had some blue skies for half an hour. This location is within and easy bus ride from Interlaken.…
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A lovely couple from Hong Kong tie the knot on top of the Männichen summit. Elevation: 2,320 m or 7,612 ft. The Männlichen is once again open. There is still alot of snow around. The 20 minute uphill hike to the viewpoint known as the “Royal Walk” is 99.9% free of snow. There is snow…
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A marriage proposal at an elevation 7,165 feet or 2,184 metres on Grindelwald First. A surprise engagement in the snow in May 2024 with a lovely couple from the USA. Roger had taken my advice and planned to propose to Kelly as early as possible. They took the 07:34 train from Interlaken Ost and arrived…
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A surprise marriage proposal on the first really warm day in Interlaken that brought out a few sunbathers to the location. Bill and Emily had arrived in Interlaken during the afternoon. They headed for the location after checking in to their hotel. There is an “Interlaken Guest Card” from the hotel which gives visitors free…
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A surprise engagement on the famous Iseltwald pier in the middle of the day. Rahul had no problem with anyone watching as he proposed to his girlfriend. You can see that Rahul points to something in the distance. His girlfriend turned to look and he goes down on one knee. It is difficult to know…
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A surprise marriage proposal on a very cold morning on Iseltwald Pier. It was no surprise that we were alone. Bitterly cold. Andrew went down on one knee and proposed to Margo. After the pier we went to my other locations in Iseltwald. Despite the cold, the couple bravely removed their coats for some pictures.…