Cinematic Surprise Proposal at Trillium Lake with the View of Snowy Mount Hood

My client had the most wonderful and romantic idea to propose to his partner by Trillium Lake with some stunning views of snowy Mount Hood. While the weather in the fall around here is quite unpredictable, especially in the mountains, the morning of the proposal was perfectly beautiful. One of my client’s wishes was to capture Mount Hood in the background, and we were lucky to have it in almost all the pictures.

When my client told me that they were planning to arrive on a motorcycle, I instantly thought that it would be so great to include it in the proposal pictures. Being such a big part of the story, we definitely had to stage a few shots with the motorcycle after the proposal moment. Working with props like this definitely makes the whole storyline more cinematic and personal. In my work, I strive to have a good balance of a few staged, timeless shots in combination with candid, movie-like frames.

We had everything planned out to a minute. My client did an amazing job at pre-scouting the location and shortlisting a few picturesque spots that he liked. To make sure I was fully prepared on where to hide during the proposal and later direct my couple, I also went there to scout the location. Coincidentally, I was there at exactly the same time as the scheduled proposal a few days later, so I was able to check the light and give some recommendations to my client on where to stand for a more flattering light.

In the heart of this photoshoot lies my determination to deliver the best possible experience to my clients. I value an individual approach and foster a comfortable atmosphere in every session that I do because it’s not just about some beautiful pictures, it’s about memories that live with us throughout life.

In the lens: Minh-Tam and Trang
Location: Trillium Lake with the view of snowy Mount Hood, Oregon, USA

Alina Veksler is a creative portrait photographer based near Portland, Oregon. I provide professional photography and creative direction services to those seeking unique, tailor-made sessions of high quality and artistry.

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