The Plan

First Location: Como Zoo

Months before the big day, Daniel reached out to me to plan a photoshoot, but little did his partner Zoua Pa know, that it was a surprise proposal/engagement session in the works. To keep the surprise under wraps, we decided to schedule the photoshoot at two different locations to avoid raising any suspicions. We crafted a plan to make it seem like I was contacting them for a free modeling shoot and requested two different outfits to match the two locations. This idea worked, as I had previously worked with them as models for a creative shoot the year before. The end result was a beautiful and heartwarming engagement photoshoot that captured the joy and emotion of the moment. It was truly a pleasure to play a part in such a meaningful and unforgettable moment for Daniel and ZP.

Couple walking hand in hand along bright sunlit corridor with large windows.
Couple walking up outdoor steps while holding hands in summer outfits.
Black and white photo of couple ascending stairs while holding hands outdoors.
A couple poses on the steps of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory in romantic engagement photos.
Couple in casual and formal wear pose on stone steps at a conservatory entrance.
Intimate couple portrait on conservatory steps with glass dome architecture in background.
Couple holding hands in front of curved glass conservatory architecture.
Romantic embrace captured in front of glass conservatory windows.
Playful dancing moment between couple at historic conservatory venue.
Joyful intimate moment shared between couple during outdoor photoshoot.
Happy couple embracing and smiling in front of white conservatory columns.
Dancing couple sharing laughter during engagement photo session.
Stylish couple strikes elegant pose against conservatory backdrop.
A woman in a delicate white lace dress poses elegantly against a white architectural backdrop.
A couple holding hands in black and white, with she wearing a floral dress and he in casual attire.

The Proposal

Second Location: Arneson Acres

I captured solo creatives of ZP first while Daniel planned his hideout! I also faked having a photo assistant, claiming she was there to shadow me and help with anything I might need. In reality, her role was to keep me informed about Daniel and his preparations. Shout out to Lily, my fake assistant!



A dreamy summer portrait in a field of wildflowers with soft natural lighting.
A dramatic black and white portrait in dappled sunlight among trees.
An ethereal portrait in a flowing white dress amid a sunlit forest setting.
A romantic portrait in a flowing white dress against a lush forest backdrop.
A serene forest portrait with sunlight filtering through tall trees.
A flowing white dress catches light on a brick path through garden foliage.
A garden portrait with white dress among blooming flowers and greenery.
A romantic garden scene with brick pathway and delicate summer blooms.
A woman in a flowing white dress walks along a brick garden path holding flowers on a sunny day.
A woman in an ethereal white dress strolls through a lush garden pathway.
A person in a light colored dress holds flowers while standing in a garden setting.
A person carrying a bouquet of white flowers walks along a garden path wearing khaki pants and white shirt.
Two people embrace in a garden setting with one holding a bouquet of flowers.
A romantic proposal moment unfolds on a brick pathway in a garden setting.
A joyful embrace captured in a sun-drenched garden with fresh flowers.
A candid moment of laughter shared between two people on a garden path.
A couple shares a happy moment together on a garden path with white flowers.
Three people share an enthusiastic celebration moment in a sunny garden setting.
A couple enjoys a romantic moment in a garden setting with stone pillars and greenery.
A romantic couple shares a tender moment outdoors in white summer attire.
A couple holds hands while walking through a serene garden path on a sunny afternoon.