What to Expect During Your Proposal Photo + Video Session

Jun 2

Planning to pop the question in paradise? Hawaii is one of the most romantic and picturesque places in the world to propose—and having a professional photographer and videographer capture the moment ensures you’ll relive that “yes!” forever.

If you're thinking about hiring a team to document your proposal, or you've already booked your session with One Moment Hawaii, here’s a full breakdown of what to expect so you feel calm, confident, and camera-ready on your big day.

1. Before the Big Moment: Planning & Coordination

We don’t just show up—we help you plan everything.

When you book your proposal with us, you’ll get a dedicated coordinator to help with:

Choosing the best location for your proposal (based on lighting, scenery, and privacy)
Deciding on a time of day—sunset is popular, but we also love sunrise and golden mornings
Staging the moment so it feels natural and cinematic
Organizing decor setups if you opt for our LOVE, DREAM, or TREASURE packages
Creating a signal or cue so we know exactly when you’re about to pop the question

Whether you're going for a full surprise or a “we're just doing a couples shoot” setup, we’ll help pull it off perfectly.

2. Capturing the Moment: The Proposal Itself

This is where the magic happens. When you’re ready to propose:

We’ll be in position ahead of time, either hidden or blended into the background, depending on the plan.
As soon as you kneel down, we start rolling—capturing wide angles, close-ups, and raw emotion.
If you’ve booked video, we’ll be sure to capture audio of your proposal if possible (especially if you have something meaningful to say!)
Our team works together seamlessly to film and photograph the entire proposal reaction from both partners.

It all happens fast—but don’t worry, we never miss the shot.

3. Post-Proposal Portrait Session

After the “Yes!” we’ll give you a few minutes to soak it all in. Then, we’ll guide you into a casual, romantic mini shoot to celebrate the moment.

This session usually includes:

Candid moments right after the proposal
Romantic couples portraits with the ocean, sunset, or mountain backdrop
Fun, natural prompts to help you feel comfortable (no stiff poses!)

Time Needed: Most photo + video proposal sessions last around 45–60 minutes total, depending on your package.

4. What Happens After the Session

Once your proposal is captured, here’s what you can expect:

Next-day sneak peek photos so you can share the big news with friends and family
Full gallery of edited images delivered in 7–14 days
If you booked video, a cinematic highlight film within 3–4 weeks (timeline may vary based on package)

We’ll also send you download links and print options so you can preserve your memories forever.

5. Optional Add-Ons to Enhance Your Experience

Want to go all out? We also offer:

Drone footage for breathtaking aerial views
Decor setups like rose petals, candles, arches, and floral arrangements
Custom signs or props with your proposal message
Content Creator add-on for vertical clips ready to post on Instagram & TikTok

These elements make your proposal even more unforgettable—and look amazing in your final video.

Final Thoughts

Your proposal is a once-in-a-lifetime moment—and we believe it should be captured beautifully, authentically, and with intention. At One Moment Hawaii, we handle the logistics, the lighting, the angles, and the emotion—so you can focus on the love.

Thinking of proposing soon?
Contact us today to check availability or explore our proposal packages here.