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Proposal photography in Paris
A proposal lasts a few seconds. The look when your partner realises what's happening, the hands over the mouth, the laugh, the tears, the hug that follows: it all goes by very fast, and it's exactly what you'll want to see again later.
As a proposal photographer in Paris, my job is to be there without being noticed. Your partner thinks it's just another walk through the city. I'm a few metres away, like any photographer taking pictures of the view, and I don't miss a second of what happens when you go down on one knee.
Many of the people who write to me are planning everything from abroad, with a ring hidden at the bottom of a suitcase. I've lived in Paris for over 15 years and I speak English, French and Portuguese, so we can prepare every detail together before you land: the place, the time, the way you'll walk in, and the signal that tells me it's about to happen.
The proposal can happen as soon as you arrive or later in the session, depending on what we've planned together. Once the first emotions have settled, we continue with a relaxed session nearby. You leave with the photos of the proposal and portraits of the two of you, ring on the finger, still a little shaky.
How it works
1. You write to me, discreetly. Send me a message through the contact form or on WhatsApp with your dates and a few words about your partner. Everything stays between us, and I reply within 24 to 48 hours.
2. We choose the place and the time. Together we pick a spot that feels like the two of you: the Eiffel Tower view at Trocadéro, a quiet corner of the Palais Royal gardens, the alleys of the Tuileries. For a calm proposal, I recommend the early morning, about 30 to 45 minutes after sunrise, when the city is still empty. Sunset has lovely light too, but there will be more people around.
3. We prepare the plan. A few days before, I send you a simple plan: the meeting point, the spot where you'll propose and the signal that tells me you're about to kneel. On the day, everything happens naturally: finding the right angle is my job.
4. The moment. I arrive before you and blend in. When you give the signal, I photograph everything: the approach, the knee, the reaction, the ring, the hug. You don't need to look for me. Just look at your partner.
5. The celebration. After the yes, I come over to congratulate you both, and we continue with a relaxed session nearby. This is when the nerves disappear and the most natural photos happen.
6. Your gallery. Within 3 weeks, you receive a private online gallery with all your photos in high resolution, in colour and black and white, ready to download and share with your family.
Where to propose in Paris
Trocadéro. The classic, with the Eiffel Tower right in front of you. At sunrise the esplanade is almost empty, and your partner will recognise the view instantly. Later in the day it gets busy, so we'll look at quieter angles nearby.
Pont Alexandre III. Gilded statues, ornate lamps and the Eiffel Tower in the distance. The bridge is wide enough to find a calm spot, and the morning light on the Seine is soft and warm.
Palais Royal. A secret garden in the heart of Paris, with rows of trees and long arcades. Perfect if you want something intimate, away from the crowds.
Tuileries Garden. Between the Louvre and Place de la Concorde, with long alleys, fountains and, on a clear day, the Eiffel Tower in the distance. Lovely in every season, even under a grey winter sky.
Luxembourg Gardens. Tree-lined paths, the famous green chairs and a quieter, local atmosphere. Perfect for a proposal at the end of a walk, far from the busiest sights.
Not sure yet? Tell me a little about your partner, and I'll suggest two or three places that suit you, with the celebration session planned around them.
they said yes
I knew I wanted to propose to my partner many months before our trip to Paris. […] When I found Glicia, it was a breath of fresh air. […] She helped me with a surprise proposal and captured the moment perfectly.
Proposal Photography Packages & Pricing

€450 - 1 hour

€450 - 1 hour
The proposal and a celebration session in the same area, all in one hour. Ideal if your travel schedule is tight.
What's included in this package:
30+ photos (mix of color & bnw)
Proposal planning together: place, timing and signal
Private online gallery with unlimited cloud storage
Client guide with tips and wardrobe recommendations

€550 - 1.5 hours
€550 - 1.5 hours

The proposal and time to explore two or three spots nearby for your first portraits as an engaged couple.
What's included in this package:
50+ photos (mix of color & bnw)
Proposal planning together: place, timing and signal
Private online gallery with unlimited cloud storage
Client guide with tips and wardrobe recommendations

€650 - 2 hours

€650 - 2 hours
The proposal and a longer walk through several places in Paris. The most complete way to tell the story of your day.
What's included in this package:
70+ photos (mix of color & bnw)
Proposal planning together: place, timing and signal
Private online gallery with unlimited cloud storage
Client guide with tips and wardrobe recommendations
*Contact me for full pricing details
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