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Proposals

We craft personalized experiences so enjoyable, you'll never want them to end. Custom proposal packages uniquely tailored for your special day.​​

Your Proposal Experience

Included in all of our proposal packages:

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Proposal & Couples Portrait Session

We capture the moment you propose as well as a 30 minute couples session afterward.

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7 Day Photo Delivery

You'll have professional quality memories to share with friends and family within 7 days.

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Professional Quality Digital Gallery

You'll receive your edited full resolution images from the day in an easy-to-use online digital gallery. Here you can view, download, print, and share your photos with friends and family.

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Local Vendor & Lodging Suggestions

Need recommendations for the best bakery or florist in town? That's what we're here for. We can help you find the perfect AirBnB or an amazing hotel with ocean views.

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Customized Location Ideas

Where you choose to propose really does matter! Personalized proposal location ideas to suit your mood, style, and vibe. Let us use our local knowledge to guide you.

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Unlimited Photos

I deliver unlimited images from each session. This means I deliver every single photo of reasonable quality that was important to the day. This is usually between 50 and 100 edited images. Sometimes more! Never less.

Meet Your Photographer

~ Christian Stephenson ~

Who you trust with your proposal experience matters.

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15% Discount

Save 15% when you book Monday-Thursday or before 1pm

Proposal Packages

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The Proposal

$995

| Complete Planning & Location Assistance

| Choose from one of our locations or suggest your own

| 50+ Images

| Proposal Photography + 30 Minute Couples Portrait Session

| 7 Day Photo Delivery

| Online Digital Gallery & Print Release

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The Picnic

$1395

| Complete Planning & Location Assistance

| Choose from one of our locations or suggest your own

| 50+ Images

| Proposal Photography + 30 Minute Couples Portrait Session

| 7 Day Photo Delivery

| Online Digital Gallery & Print Release

| Picnic Setup: Charcuterie, Champagne, Flowers, Blanket, Pillows

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The Arch

$1995

| Complete Planning & Location Assistance

| Choose from one of our locations or suggest your own

| 50+ Images

| Proposal Photography + 30 Minute Couples Portrait Session

| 7 Day Photo Delivery

| Online Digital Gallery & Print Release

| Picnic Setup: Charcuterie, Champagne, Flowers, Blanket, Pillows

| Choose from any combination of proposal setups:

1. Artificial Rose Heart Arch (Red or White)

2. Artificial Rose Offset Arch (Red or White)

3. Live Rose Pathway and Petals (Choice of color)

4. Will You Marry Me Sign

5. Carpet Paths (Red or Red Sequin or White)

6. LED Candles (Red or White)

Add-Ons

Violinist | $495

A professional violinist will play for you during your proposal and couples photoshoot.

Drone Photography | $195

Incredible professional quality drone photos for your couples portrait session.

24 Hour Expedited Editing | $195

Need your photos done quickly? Your complete gallery delivered to you within 24 hours!

All RAW/Unedited Files Included | $195

We include all RAW/Unedited files from your session and release the rights to these photos. Perfect for archiving your memories or re-editing later!

© 2025 by Monterey Wedding Studios

| Love is Love | LGBTQ+ Inclusive |

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