There’s just something magical about taking The Next Step In Life with a winter proposal. It feels like stepping into a fairytale, especially when the backdrop is fresh white snow. That’s exactly what Matthew envisioned for his proposal to Amanda. He found me through my friend Anthony, who was helping his sister get engaged. It was one of those unique situations where everything aligned just right—though not without a bit of scrambling first.

Matthew’s original photographer had a personal emergency and couldn’t be there to capture the moment. Less than 18 hours before the proposal, Anthony reached out to see if I could step in. Of course, I moved everything around to make it happen. I couldn’t let them miss out on having such a special moment documented. Helping them take The Next Step In Life was an absolute honor.

On the day of the proposal, I arrived an hour early to scout the location and prepare. The crisp winter air and snow-covered landscape made the perfect setting. I found the best angles to capture the moment and made sure everything was just right. Then, I tucked myself away like a ninja, shadowing the couple and waiting for the big moment.

When Matthew got down on one knee, Amanda’s expression said it all. Joy, surprise, and pure love. And when she said “yes,” the moment was nothing short of magical. They embraced, laughed, and celebrated this huge milestone together. It was such an incredible feeling to witness and document their love story unfolding.

For me, moments like this remind me why I love what I do. Being part of someone’s journey, especially during these life-changing moments, is a privilege I don’t take lightly. I’ll let the photos tell the rest of the story, but let’s just say Matthew and Amanda’s proposal was the perfect example of what The Next Step In Life is all about—love, courage, and a little bit of snow magic.