BELLA WANG PHOTOGRAPHY

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Boston Proposal | Boston Fan Pier

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Hi, I'm Bella Wang, a wedding, event & portrait photographer based in New England. Owner of Atelier Boston.

How they found me

For his Boston surprise proposal, Patrick found me through his sister. I had photographed her adorable family a few years prior. His sister’s family had moved away a couple of years ago but kept looking back upon our images. I am always so flattered by the fact that my images are such keepsake mementos in people’s lives. People tend to find me through referrals and positive word of mouth. It’s always so rare when a photographer’s body of work matches their portfolio. I’m so proud that people keep coming back for more because I deliver.

So when it was time to propose to his girlfriend, Patrick knew who to reach out to. We chatted over the phone prior to the surprise proposal to set a date and time when this was going to unfold. He told me a bit about her style and their story. Most of the time I work just off people’s descriptions of themselves, as I rarely ask for photos ahead of time. I was excited to see this all unfold against the beautiful backdrop that the Boston skyline provided. I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect engagement.

The proposal itself

I acted like a tourist taking photos because I had no idea what they looked like and I had no idea when they would be arriving. Patrick kept me updated that they were running a bit late but getting into their uber. It was game time. I saw the beautiful couple coming toward me and I tried to get into position to capture it all without drawing attention to myself. Kerri was so caught up in the moment that I was able to capture these images without her breaking eye contact with her beau. Now that’s love! Kerri said yes and I came over and congratulated them. This was a dream surprise proposal as all of the elements just came together perfectly. It was a cold Boston winter’s afternoon, but look at that glorious light.

We spent the next 25 minutes just wandering around the Pier and the Boston Children’s Museum area to just soak in the freshness of the proposal. She was so ecstatic and happy. I couldn’t have asked for a sweeter couple to capture this moment for.

Please enjoy their images.

Boston Proposal & Engagement

Fan Pier in Boston Skyline
Fan Pier in Boston was the backdrop for this proposal
she said yes to the surprise proposal
The moment he proposed!
Surprise proposal on Boston waterfront fan pier and she said yes
Acting like a tourist capturing the moment for this beautiful couple
Surprise winter sunset proposal with Boston Skyline
So happy for the newly engaged!
Surprise proposal on Boston waterfront fan pier by Bella Wang Photography
I finally introduced myself to the newly engaged before we started on the engagement photos
Surprise proposal on Boston waterfront fan pier with the newly engaged couple
She’s still on an absolute high from the proposal
Surprise proposal on Boston waterfront fan pier
We made the most of the moment and captured some portraits for the newly engaged
Surprise proposal on Boston waterfront fan pier
My style is slightly directed but also observing how each couple moves and behaves with one another
Surprise proposal on Boston waterfront fan pier
Boston Engagement Photography by Bella Wang Photography
Surprise proposal on Boston waterfront fan pier
One location (Boston Fan Pier), so many portrait options
He described her as a classic and sophisticated beauty. I would agree.
Surprise proposal on Boston waterfront fan pier with Boston skyline as backdrop
Boston Proposal Photography by Bella Wang Photography
Surprise proposal on Boston waterfront fan pier
She’s still just so happy!
Boston Children's museum portrait session of engaged couple
The classic portrait for the announcement to the family
Boston Children's museum portrait session of engaged couple
So in love
Boston Children's museum portrait session of engaged couple
Photography by Bella Wang Photography
Sunset engaged couple in Boston
And that’s a wrap. He had made dinner reservations to celebrate.

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Pricing

If you’d like more information on pricing as well as some Tips on How to Find a Boston Proposal Photographer, click HERE or on the below image and it will take you to my wedding pricing page.

How to find a Boston Proposal Photographer
How to find a Boston Proposal Photographer

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I'm one half of a team that's been together longer than we've been apart. Our work has been featured in Boston Magazine, Martha Stewart Weddings, The Knot, and Brides — recognition we're proud of, but it's the images themselves that do the talking. With over 10 years in the industry and 400+ happy clients, we've learned to anticipate a moment before it happens, capturing images that are vibrant, alive, and full of your natural energy.

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