03/11/2026
Ten years, two beautiful children, another little one on the way... and a very special question. 🤍
Marlon and Lauren have been together since college, and after a decade of building a life and family together, Marlon decided it was time to make things official.
He wanted somewhere scenic and iconic for his surprise proposal, and Deer Park Heights at sunset was just beautiful.
What made it even more special was having their two children and Lauren’s dad there to share the moment with them.
I love that their kids will have these photographs to look back on one day. Not just of Mum and Dad getting engaged, but of themselves being part of it too.
And after the proposal, we had a little time for some family photographs with those gorgeous mountain views behind us.
Marlon sent me the loveliest message this morning after receiving their photos:
“We absolutely love the photos and couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. We’ll cherish these memories for years to come.”
I think that’s what I love most about photographing people. These moments become part of a family’s story, and the photographs only grow more precious as the years go by.
Congratulations, Marlon and Lauren. What a beautiful little family you have, with so much to look forward to. 🤍
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