Jesse & Nicole

A Proposal Captured Live On Camera!!
Jesse called me with a special request. While vacationing in Hawaii he wanted to propose to his girlfriend Nicole. He also wanted her expression captured on camera, which challenged me. I am rather shy in approaching people that are not expecting to be photographed. Sure enough, on the way to Turtle Bay i got nervous. I texted Jesse to call me, and he did. But i could barely understand what he was saying. He whispered that he is in the bathroom and Nicole was next door in reading a magazine. I asked, what color dress she'll be wearing and the answer was " oh, i don't know ". My fear was to approach the wrong couple as he asked me to make up a story which goes like this: Hey guys, i am promoting my business and would like to take your picture. You'll be getting a free image of your choice by checking it later online... So what if i walk off with a different couple... Well, he did signal me somehow that it's HIM & HER walking down the stairs from the lobby. So i approached them and made up the story he told me earlier. Nicole's answer was: " No, i don't think we are interested, we are already late for our dinner reservation!" I tried again, and Jesse could finally convince her. She wasn't very excited though and i felt a little uncomfortable... We went to a spot with a bench and I took a couple of shots of her and then signaled Jesse that it is his turn now. He went on his knees and popped out a beautiful diamond ring. Nicole was so overwhelmed and surprised and sad "yes" in tears. She had no clue about his plan, and I must say it was a great experience for me. Thank you guys for sharing this special moment with me!! Hope to be there for your BIG day...

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