Capturing the Moment: A Surprise Proposal and Engagement Session on the Williamsburg Waterfront


Photography: @jredziniak


Planning a surprise proposal is always thrilling, and when Chris reached out to me with his plan to surprise his girlfriend Sabrina Franza, a CBS Chicago reporter, with a visit to NYC, I was excited to be a part of it. Sabrina's mom played a crucial role in coordinating the logistics, ensuring everything went smoothly.


On a beautiful day at the Williamsburg waterfront, with the stunning New York City skyline as our backdrop, I discreetly captured the magical moment Chris dropped to one knee. Sabrina’s reaction was priceless—she was ecstatic and surprised, and after she said yes, they shared a heartfelt moment.


For their engagement session, Sabrina changed into an elegant white dress, while Chris kept it classy yet casual. We explored the area, capturing beautiful memories with the iconic skyline and unique architecture. One of the highlights was when their family joined, surprising Sabrina with confetti and a champagne pop, adding even more joy to the day.


Our session concluded at Joe’s Pizza, an iconic spot on Bedford Avenue, where the couple enjoyed a slice, wrapping up a day filled with love and unforgettable moments.

Featured on CBS Chicago

As Sabrina Franza is a reporter for CBS Chicago, these amazing photos were featured on the news the next day!

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Two people share an intimate moment on a waterfront promenade with the NYC skyline as backdrop.
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A couple shares a tender moment on a pier with the Manhattan skyline in the background.
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