A Surprise Proposal at the Edith J. Carrier Arboretum

When Oscar reached out to tell me he was going to propose to Beverly, I couldn’t have been more honored—or excited—to be part of such a special moment. As a childhood friend of Oscar’s, this opportunity felt extra meaningful, and I was thrilled to help him capture one of the biggest milestones of his life.

Oscar had everything planned perfectly. Before a celebratory dinner with both his and Beverly’s families, he whisked her away for a quiet walk through the beautiful Edith J. Carrier Arboretum. Little did Beverly know, I was already there, blending into the scenery, pretending to read a book with my camera ready for action.

When the moment came, Oscar got down on one knee, and I sprang into action. The look of pure joy and surprise on Beverly’s face was unforgettable as she said “Yes!” against the stunning backdrop of the arboretum’s natural beauty.

After the proposal, we spent some time wandering the arboretum, capturing their love and happiness in a series of intimate portraits. To top off the moment, I surprised them with a bottle of champagne—because a celebration this special deserves a toast! Oscar and Beverly’s connection was so genuine, and it was a joy to witness and photograph their laughter, love, and excitement for the future.

Oscar and Beverly, thank you for letting me be a part of your incredible day. Your love story is just beginning, and I’m so grateful to have played a small role in documenting this beautiful chapter.