A Surprise Engagement Proposal | Shola+Ladun

What a pleasure it was to be a part of Shola’s surprise engagement proposal. As I spoke with Shola a couple of weeks prior to the proposal, he had his whole plan on how he was going to get Ladun from work, dressed for a dinner date, and to the spot he picked where he was going to “pop the question”! He wanted us to be there to photograph the whole event. I thought it was a special way to document that moment forever and share it with their friends & family. We were truly honored that Shola included us in his proposal.

As the limo pulled up, Shola was ready with the ring in hand.

Our job was to “hide in the bushes” so to speak, until the proposal was actually made. He didn’t want Ladun to know we were there. We were able to capture a few moments leading up to the proposal. We also got shots of when Shola dropped down on one knee, as well as all of the happiness that was shared afterward. It really was a fabulous experience for everyone as we documented this special moment between Shola and Ladun. We hope you enjoy the story as much as we did. Congratulations to Shola+Ladun on your engagement, we are so happy for you both! Thank you so much for having us be a part of this special moment in your life. Cheers, J+D

A moment just before the proposal!

My eyes teared up, as Shola dropped to one knee and proposed!

Shola was so excited to give Ladun that ring! She still doesn’t know we are there!

Shola tells Ladun that we have been photographing the entire proposal! This was our cue it was safe to come out and celebrate.

A little moment as they walk up to meet with us! Ladun was so surprised with everything, it was so exciting!

These two are a fabulous couple. The proposal was a huge success, not only did she say “yes”, but it was a total surprise. Shola had this infectious laugh, that just made me smile. The two really enjoyed their moment as they were so happy and in love. Here are a few shots just after the proposal of the two celebrating their engagement.

This was a fun story, as we were shooting the moment on the left. These guys were walking across the bridge. I waved them to go by so we wouldn’t hold them up, but they said, “No worries, we wanna watch.” I mentioned they just got engaged and they walked closer with their bottle and said “I got your back my brother” and so this bottle of Absolut Vodka appears in our shot. Shola and Ladun just laughed and went with the moment. I commented “I like how they party” and our friend with the Absolut Vodka replied, “What Can I say, we’re boat people”! He proceeded to give Ladun a hug and congratulated them both. It was a great moment!