Marriage proposals are so much fun to photograph. I get to hide out or pose as a tourist so I can capture candid images of the magical moment. I just photographed Matt’s proposal to Michelle at the beautiful Chateau Saint Jean in Kenwood, California – in the heart of wine country.

Matt made an elaborate plan for a trip to St Jean to go wine tasting. He had arranged for a private patio to be staged with flower petals – and a photographer – that’s me!

I was hiding in the shadows so I could photograph the whole thing. Michelle started doing the cutest happy dance when she realized what was happening.

Needless to say, she said YES! And she LOVES the ring

Chateau St Jean is really a beautiful property so we strolled around and photographed the freshly engaged couple all over the winery.

What an honor to photograph this incredibly sweet couple. Congratulations, guys!!