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ICELAND PROPOSAL PHOTOGRAPHER

You bring the ring.
I’ll handle the rest.

SNEAK PEEKS DELIVERED WITHIN 24 HOURS

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Iceland Surprise Proposal

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Proposing in Iceland is an incredible idea, but pulling it off without giving away the surprise or getting caught in bad weather and tourist crowds takes solid planning.
 

Whether you picture a quiet waterfall, black sand shores, or sea cliffs, I help you pick a spot that works practically: private, accessible, timed for the best light, and with a reliable backup plan in case the weather shifts.
 

I stay unnoticed in the background until you drop to one knee, capturing the unscripted moment as it actually happens. Right after, we take our time with a relaxed portrait session while the adrenaline is still high.
 

Send me your travel dates and rough route, and I’ll get back to you within 24 hours with ideas, availability, and next steps.
 

Proposal packages from $1,300

Planning & Photography

1.

Mapping Out Your Route

Send me your travel dates, rough itinerary, and the kind of landscape you picture. From there, we build a plan that fits naturally into your road trip without raising any suspicion.

2.

The Spot and the Backup Plan

I'll pinpoint quiet locations with easy access, timed around the best light. More importantly, we lock in a realistic plan B in case Icelandic weather acts up.

3.

The Cover Story

We set an exact meeting point and a clear, discreet signal. We decide ahead of time whether the cover story is a "couple shoot" you booked together, or if I blend in a tourist nearby until the second you drop down.

4.

The Proposal Itself

I'm in position, capturing what actually happens - no stopping, no staging. From the drop to one knee to the genuine shock and reaction.

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First Photos the Next Day

Once you catch your breath, we take an unhurried walk to grab some portraits while the adrenaline is still running. Sneak peeks land on your phone within 24 hours so you can tell everyone back home, with the full edited gallery following shortly after.

How Your Iceland Proposal Works

South Iceland Surprise Proposal

What My Clients Say

"Yael is an incredible photographer!! She captured my fiancé and I’s proposal flawlessly. Leading up to the day, she gave me recommendations for locations and posed as a tour guide the day of to make sure it was a surprise. It was incredible!! She even got my fiancé to talk about our first date on the way to the proposal spot - it was so sweet and my fiancé didn’t see it coming! We did an engagement shoot right afterwards and Yael was great to work with. My fiancé and I loved it!! Yael turned around a few photos the same day so that we could share with our family and friends. The photos were magical. I highly recommend Yael to anyone needing wedding, engagement, or proposal pictures. You can tell she cares about the people she works with and does a great job blending the personality of the couple with her own incredible style." Tim L'Empereur

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What My Clients Say

"I highly recommend booking Yael for your next photoshoot! Not only does she capture the most incredible moments, she is a pleasure to work with. She was so helpful with planning my surprise proposal & super responsive to any questions I had. My fiancé & I couldn't be happier with the results of our photoshoot & the drone video Carlos put together. We can't thank you both enough! All the best!!" Danielle Amorello

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What My Clients Say

"I emailed a dozen photographers in Iceland about a surprise proposal I had coming up on a visit to Iceland a week prior to the event. Yael was very responsive, sent me some great ideas for a location, then executed capturing the event perfectly. I chose package 1 and she sent us 15 awesome photos from all the ones she captured, and we selected even more from all the raw photos she had sent as well. Could not recommend her enough, she does great work!" Damien Halverson

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What My Clients Say

"My husband and I traveled to Iceland together when we first met, and he’d surprised me with a return trip when we got engaged so we had the idea to try and get some destination engagement photos done while in town. The photographer I’d originally connected with had a family emergency, and referred us to Yael who swooped in at the last minute and oh my god was it the happiest accident ever. She had a truly natural way of making us feel immediately at ease and comfortable being ourselves just in front of the camera and it absolute showed in the finish products. She really took her time with us & we had the most lovely conversations while walking all around Reykjavik together, and I still can’t believe we planned all this magic in less than 48hrs. To this day the photos from this shoot are our favorite ever taken, and in our favorite place? Priceless. We would’ve flown her out for the wedding if we could have! Her photos are an artistic perfection far beyond a simple beautiful couples portrait, and I still can’t believe we were fortunate enough to have someone so incredibly talented capture us. I’ll admire her work forever." Marie Avery

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What My Clients Say

'Yael and her team were excellent. Communication was easy and fast from the very beginning. She helped us prepare everything, suggested beautiful shooting spots, and gave us great recommendations. We planned a secret proposal, and it went perfectly. On the day of the proposal, due to the weather conditions, she was incredibly flexible and moved the session 4 hours earlier at short notice. I knew exactly where to stand, when to pop the question, and how to recognize them. The photoshoot session was amazing—fun, relaxed, and we felt very comfortable throughout. We are absolutely thrilled with the final results. Choosing Yael as our photographer was by far the best decision—we couldn’t be happier. She and her team made the day even more magical. Thank you again! We highly recommend Yael!' David and Camila

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What My Clients Say

"Yael was booked on relatively short notice for my surprise proposal shoot in Iceland. Her services went above and beyond in every way. From her communication, to her professionalism, to her understanding of changing circumstances, to her fast turnaround, my fiancé and I could not be happier. One extremely helpful thing Yael did for us was actually help to pick a proper location! I had suggested a few different waterfalls for the location based on some research online, but she thought from the perspective of a photographer and thought to suggest a lesser known but equally beautiful location for the purposes of privacy. I think it was perfect and exactly what we had always hoped for! I think the best part of our experience with Yael was her demeanor. Before, during, and after the shoot she was so friendly and really added to the vibe of a heartfelt proposal. Her editing style is exactly the punchy but realistic tone that I personally love."

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What My Clients Say

"Dear Yael, it was a great pleasure, a fantastic experience, and great fun to have you as our photographer. Communicating with you was very easy and also the integration of our wishes and ideas was never a problem. We also appreciated your creative and professional way to set us and we love the result of so many pictures you took from us in the stunning nature of Iceland. The price for the whole package was fair from our point but the most important thing for us was that it felt like being together with good friends! It was amazing and a day we'll never forget! Thank you very much, Jutta and Christian" Christian Glück

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What My Clients Say

"We had an amazing experience with Yael. From the very first email, she was incredibly professional, helpful, and easy to work with. She helped with all of the planning and logistics, making the entire proposal process as stress-free as possible. She took beautiful photos and helped us navigate the crowds perfectly. We couldn’t be happier with how the day turned out, and with the photos, and Yael was a huge part of it. If you’re looking for someone who is talented, reliable, and professional, I couldn’t recommend her more." Eric Walsh

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Mini Surprise Proposal Package

$1300 USD

• 30 minutes of coverage
• 20 professionally edited photos
• One location (Reykjavík or Kleifarvatn)
• Proposal planning assistance
• Online gallery
• High-resolution downloads
• Travel included
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Basic Surprise Proposal Package

$1800 USD

• 1 hour of photography coverage
• 35 professionally edited photos
• Your choice of location, including Iceland's South Coast
• Personalized planning & location guidance
• Private online gallery with high-resolution downloads
• Travel included for locations within 2 hours of Reykjavík
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Classic Surprise Proposal Package

$2300 USD

• 2 hours of photography coverage
• 2 locations for a variety of landscapes
• 60 professionally edited photos
• Personalized planning & location guidance
• Private online gallery with high-res downloads
• Travel included for locations within 2 hours of Reykjavík
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Premium Surprise Proposal Package

$3000 USD

• 3 hours of photography coverage
• Multiple locations and diverse landscapes
• 100 professionally edited photos
• Personalized planning & location guidance
• A relaxed timeline with time to explore
• Private online gallery with high-resolution downloads
• Travel included for locations within 3 hours of Reykjavík
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Additional Proposal Services

Elevate your Proposal with extras

10 drone photos: $300
20 drone photos: $500
30 drone photos: $700
1 minute video: $500
2 minute video: $750
3 minute video: $850​​
​10 digital polaroid photos: $450​
10 analog medium format photos : $700​
Proposal at Snaefellsnes

Iceland Surprise Proposal Packages

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Black sand beach secret proposal

Proposal Stories & Guides

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What No One Tells You About Proposing in Iceland

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The Waterfall That Almost Ruined the Surprise Proposal

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