Proposal Photographer in Sedona, Arizona.

Sedona is the elopement and surprise-proposal destination of the entire American Southwest. Cathedral Rock at golden hour is the signature moment, couples fly in from across the country specifically for that backdrop. Bell Rock and Airport Mesa work as easier-access alternatives. The Crescent Moon Picnic Site delivers the Cathedral Rock reflection composition without the climb. We coordinate permits, scout the cleanest red rock compositions away from the crowded pullouts, and arrive 60-90 minutes early to lock in a hidden long-lens position.

Sedona proposal logistics matter more than at almost any other venue. Most public-land ceremony spots require a City of Sedona Special Events Permit, sometimes a Coconino National Forest commercial filming permit, sometimes a Red Rock State Park permit depending on the location. Drone aerial faces a complex airspace situation around the Sedona airport's controlled zone, some flights need LAANC, some need explicit FAA authorization, some Coconino wilderness areas prohibit drone work entirely. We handle every piece of that paperwork as part of the booking. Born and raised in Prescott Valley (90 minutes from Sedona), Tex has shot and scouted these red rocks for years, the hidden Cathedral Rock angle, the Airport Mesa golden-hour sweet spot, the Crescent Moon timing for the reflection.

I want you to get the most out of your engagement session, whether it's a surprise proposal or a planned shoot. I'm committed to giving you an experience that feels thoughtful, fun, and unforgettable. Your engagement marks the beginning of a beautiful journey, and capturing it in a way that feels uniquely yours matters.

Born and raised in Prescott Valley, I'm a Humboldt County–based photographer and videographer with deep Northern Arizona roots. I specialize in adventure-driven, emotion-filled engagement photography that reflects your unique connection, from red rock golden-hour sessions in Sedona to pine-forest moments near Flagstaff and historic downtown vibes in Prescott. The same award-winning eye that earned Humboldt County's Best Filmmaker now serves Northern Arizona's destination engagement market.

Every session starts with a quick planning conversation where we'll talk about your vision, your ideal locations, and any special details you want captured. On the day of your shoot, I'll guide you through natural poses and candid moments so everything feels relaxed and authentic, no stiff, awkward setups.

Capturing your full love story is just the beginning, and I'd love to be part of the chapters that follow. Many of my couples book me for their engagement session and then continue working with me for their wedding day photography and videography. That continuity means I already know your style, your priorities, and how to tell your story at every step.

A surprise proposal only happens once, and you deserve more than a blurry phone photo to remember it by. As someone who has captured dozens of proposals across the North Coast and Northern Arizona, I know how to position myself to stay hidden while still getting every angle of the big moment, from the nervous anticipation to the "yes" to the celebration that follows. In Sedona, I scout permitted spots and stay invisible until the moment is right.