Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston proposal & engagement photographer
Romantic, affordable photo sessions in and around Charleston, SC.
Matt Parker Photography
Capturing the moment she says yes
Matt Parker Photography is a Charleston engagement, proposal and couples photographer offering romantic affordable photo sessions in and around Charleston, SC.
Proposal photography and engagement photography sessions are $400 on weekdays and $500 on weekends (Friday-Sunday). This includes the session and 30-40 edited full resolution images available to download within 24hrs of the shoot. Please reach out if you would like me to capture the special moment she says yes!
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Planning a surprise?
How a proposal session works
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Tell me your plans
Send me your date and a rough idea of what you have in mind. I'll get back to you quickly.
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We pick the spot
I'll help you choose a location and the best time for light, and send you a map so you know exactly where to stand.
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I stay out of sight
I arrive early and stay back so your partner has no idea, then capture the moment she says yes.
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Photos within 24hrs
After the proposal we take more photos of you both, and your 30-40 edited images are ready to download within 24hrs.
Proposal & engagement sessions
Every session includes
- The photo session
- 30-40 edited full resolution images
- Available to download within 24hrs of the shoot
Planning an elopement or small wedding? See elopement photography, from $900 →
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Kind words
What couples say
Matt was awesome he helped figure out a location to surprise my fiancée and stayed back to take photos without her knowing. I can not say enough good things about him. If your using anyone else your doing yourself a disservice!
Matt was awesome!! He was super responsive, and set everything up at Magnolia for me to give us the best experience. He knew exactly the spots to go and our pictures came out better than we could have hoped for. 10 outta 10 would recommend.
Matt was fantastic! He was perfectly on time, very discrete during the proposal, and did an amazing job capturing the moment. The engagement pictures afterwards came out amazing!
Good to know
Questions couples ask
How much does a proposal session cost?
Proposal and engagement sessions are $400 on weekdays (Monday-Thursday) and $500 on weekends (Friday-Sunday). This includes the session and 30-40 edited full resolution images.
How soon will we get our photos?
Your edited photos are available to download within 24hrs of the shoot.
How do you stay hidden during a surprise proposal?
I arrive early and stay back so your partner doesn't notice me. Exactly how depends on the location: sometimes I'm tucked out of sight, but usually I hide in plain sight and blend in with the crowd.
Where should I propose?
Charleston has so many beautiful spots, from White Point Garden and Magnolia to the beaches. Have a look at my top places to propose in Charleston, and I'm happy to help you choose.
What if it rains?
I shoot rain or shine, but I know that's not for everyone. Usually we can find a break in the weather, or move somewhere covered, like the gazebos at Hampton Park or White Point Garden. If not, we simply reschedule for another day that works for you.
Do you take photos after the proposal too?
Yes! Once she's said yes, I come over to congratulate you both and we take more photos together, so you'll have engagement photos as well as the moment itself.
Can I book a session for a friend or family member?
Absolutely. Friends and family often book a surprise proposal shoot for someone else. Just let me know in the form and I'll take it from there.
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