{"id":14747,"date":"2025-01-24T22:49:04","date_gmt":"2025-01-24T22:49:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/?p=14747"},"modified":"2026-03-21T18:22:43","modified_gmt":"2026-03-21T18:22:43","slug":"romantic-mid-day-hermosa-beach-proposal-with-a-picture-perfect-picnic-setup-lauren-sam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/romantic-mid-day-hermosa-beach-proposal-with-a-picture-perfect-picnic-setup-lauren-sam\/","title":{"rendered":"Romantic Mid-Day Hermosa Beach Proposal with a Picture-Perfect Picnic Setup | Lauren &amp; Sam"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"14747\" class=\"elementor elementor-14747\" wpc-filter-elementor-widget=\"1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-2bf90f1 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2bf90f1\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-d3ac51a\" data-id=\"d3ac51a\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a4e70b5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a4e70b5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Helpful Tips<\/strong><\/h3><hr \/><p>\ud83d\udccd\u00a0Hermosa Beach, California<br \/>\ud83d\udcc6\u00a0January 24th 2025 \u2600\ufe0f Sunrise at 6:56am<br \/>\ud83c\udf21\ufe0f Clear sky weather<br \/>\ud83c\udfac Start time at 11am<!-- notionvc: d5661dfe-0cf0-4557-851c-0ca8bf197302 --><!-- notionvc: 3a2999bc-b66b-4dac-a416-7179d354ada0 --><!-- notionvc: 8af5a275-834c-4a79-ac2c-ca1eb0a619c7 --><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-102bdbc elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"102bdbc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"landkit-elementor-heading__title default elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span data-token-index=\"0\" class=\"notion-enable-hover\">A Dreamy Hermosa Beach Proposal: Samuel &amp; His Romantic Surprise<\/span><!-- notionvc: 27c2b4ee-371a-44f6-87d1-8a99c83728a3 --><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-654ae15 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"654ae15\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>When Samuel reached out to us to plan and photograph his surprise proposal, he had a clear vision in mind: a heartfelt moment at 26th Street in Hermosa Beach, the exact spot where he and his partner had their first date. Our job was to not only capture this special moment but also help organize a seamless experience, including a romantic picnic setup. Here\u2019s how it all unfolded and our key takeaways for anyone planning a surprise proposal in Los Angeles!<!-- notionvc: 1679d9b8-d1e9-43b4-974a-84d1a380c918 --><\/p><p><!-- notionvc: 4580e215-b191-4667-991b-7cd532c682f1 --><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e613d0a elementor-widget elementor-widget-video\" data-id=\"e613d0a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;youtube_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/youtu.be\\\/bZ2BMXieS78?si=LaHY9gPb4eiOroj1&quot;,&quot;video_type&quot;:&quot;youtube&quot;,&quot;controls&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"video.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-wrapper elementor-open-inline\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-video\"><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-98caa65 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"98caa65\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"landkit-elementor-heading__title default elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span data-token-index=\"0\" class=\"notion-enable-hover\">Photographer\u2019s Tip:<\/span> <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1728dc1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1728dc1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Always verify vendors&#8217; experience with proposals. Some companies may specialize in picnics but not fully understand the logistics of a surprise engagement, especially when photography and videography are involved.<!-- notionvc: a91f0b0d-ba89-4ba5-b0c5-e0e078817d72 --><\/p><p><!-- notionvc: 4c1bdb28-2944-4078-8f33-999464253bf9 --><\/p><p><!-- notionvc: 4580e215-b191-4667-991b-7cd532c682f1 --><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ff575e4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ff575e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong>Why Location Matters: Sticking to the Couple\u2019s Vision<\/strong><\/h3><p>Samuel specifically chose 26th Street in Hermosa Beach because it held sentimental value. However, our vendor suggested alternative locations closer to parking lots. While convenient for setup, these spots lacked the personal connection Samuel was looking for.<\/p><p>We stood firm in our role as both photographers and event organizers, ensuring that the proposal stayed at the original location. On the day of the proposal, the vendor again asked to move spots last-minute, but we reiterated the importance of sticking to the couple\u2019s plan. In the end, they made it work\u2014and the results were magical!<!-- notionvc: 18a606c6-8427-4253-9a09-162eb925219b --><!-- notionvc: a91f0b0d-ba89-4ba5-b0c5-e0e078817d72 --><\/p><p><!-- notionvc: 4c1bdb28-2944-4078-8f33-999464253bf9 --><\/p><p><!-- notionvc: 4580e215-b191-4667-991b-7cd532c682f1 --><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9477d33 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image-gallery\" data-id=\"9477d33\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image-gallery.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-image-gallery\">\n\t\t\t<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-14747 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-large'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a data-elementor-open-lightbox=\"yes\" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow=\"9477d33\" data-elementor-lightbox-title=\"Romantic Hermosa Beach Proposal with a Picture-Perfect Picnic Setup\" data-elementor-lightbox-description=\"California Los Angeles &amp; Orange County Surprise Proposal and Engagement Photographer | Stephanie Ip Photography\" data-e-action-hash=\"#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTQ3MjYsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC9waG90b2dyYXBoeS5zdGVwaGFuaWVpcC5jb21cL2pvdXJuYWxcL3dwLWNvbnRlbnRcL3VwbG9hZHNcLzIwMjVcLzAyXC9zYW0tMS0yLmpwZyIsInNsaWRlc2hvdyI6Ijk0NzdkMzMifQ%3D%3D\" href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-2.jpg?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"653\" height=\"979\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-2.jpg?fit=653%2C979&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Engaged couple celebrating their proposal by the ocean in Los Angeles.\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-14726\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-2.jpg?w=720&amp;ssl=1 720w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-2.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-2.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 653px) 100vw, 653px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<figcaption class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption' id='gallery-1-14726'>\n\t\t\t\tA romantic beachside proposal at Hermosa Beach, complete with a dreamy picnic setup.\n\t\t\t\t<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a data-elementor-open-lightbox=\"yes\" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow=\"9477d33\" data-elementor-lightbox-title=\"Romantic Hermosa Beach Proposal with a Picture-Perfect Picnic Setup\" data-elementor-lightbox-description=\"California Los Angeles &amp; Orange County Surprise Proposal and Engagement Photographer | Stephanie Ip Photography\" data-e-action-hash=\"#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTQ3MjcsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC9waG90b2dyYXBoeS5zdGVwaGFuaWVpcC5jb21cL2pvdXJuYWxcL3dwLWNvbnRlbnRcL3VwbG9hZHNcLzIwMjVcLzAyXC9zYW0tMS0xLmpwZyIsInNsaWRlc2hvdyI6Ijk0NzdkMzMifQ%3D%3D\" href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-1.jpg?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"653\" height=\"979\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-1.jpg?fit=653%2C979&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"A couple embraces at their beach picnic proposal in Hermosa Beach, Los Angeles.\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-14727\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-1.jpg?w=720&amp;ssl=1 720w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-1.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-1.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 653px) 100vw, 653px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<figcaption class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption' id='gallery-1-14727'>\n\t\t\t\tA romantic beachside proposal at Hermosa Beach, complete with a dreamy picnic setup.\n\t\t\t\t<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a data-elementor-open-lightbox=\"yes\" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow=\"9477d33\" data-elementor-lightbox-title=\"Romantic Hermosa Beach Proposal with a Picture-Perfect Picnic Setup\" data-elementor-lightbox-description=\"California Los Angeles &amp; Orange County Surprise Proposal and Engagement Photographer | Stephanie Ip Photography\" data-e-action-hash=\"#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTQ3NDAsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC9waG90b2dyYXBoeS5zdGVwaGFuaWVpcC5jb21cL2pvdXJuYWxcL3dwLWNvbnRlbnRcL3VwbG9hZHNcLzIwMjVcLzAyXC9zYW0tNC00LmpwZyIsInNsaWRlc2hvdyI6Ijk0NzdkMzMifQ%3D%3D\" href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-4-4.jpg?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"653\" height=\"979\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-4-4.jpg?fit=653%2C979&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"A couple embraces at their beach picnic proposal in Hermosa Beach, Los Angeles.\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-14740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-4-4.jpg?w=720&amp;ssl=1 720w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-4-4.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-4-4.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 653px) 100vw, 653px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<figcaption class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption' id='gallery-1-14740'>\n\t\t\t\tA romantic beachside proposal at Hermosa Beach, complete with a dreamy picnic setup.\n\t\t\t\t<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a data-elementor-open-lightbox=\"yes\" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow=\"9477d33\" data-elementor-lightbox-title=\"Romantic Hermosa Beach Proposal with a Picture-Perfect Picnic Setup\" data-elementor-lightbox-description=\"California Los Angeles &amp; Orange County Surprise Proposal and Engagement Photographer | Stephanie Ip Photography\" data-e-action-hash=\"#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTQ3MjUsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC9waG90b2dyYXBoeS5zdGVwaGFuaWVpcC5jb21cL2pvdXJuYWxcL3dwLWNvbnRlbnRcL3VwbG9hZHNcLzIwMjVcLzAyXC9zYW0tMS0zLmpwZyIsInNsaWRlc2hvdyI6Ijk0NzdkMzMifQ%3D%3D\" href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-3.jpg?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"653\" height=\"979\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-3.jpg?fit=653%2C979&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Engaged couple celebrating their proposal by the ocean in Los Angeles.\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-14725\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-3.jpg?w=720&amp;ssl=1 720w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-3.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-3.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 653px) 100vw, 653px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<figcaption class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption' id='gallery-1-14725'>\n\t\t\t\tA romantic beachside proposal at Hermosa Beach, complete with a dreamy picnic setup.\n\t\t\t\t<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a data-elementor-open-lightbox=\"yes\" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow=\"9477d33\" data-elementor-lightbox-title=\"Romantic Hermosa Beach Proposal with a Picture-Perfect Picnic Setup\" data-elementor-lightbox-description=\"California Los Angeles &amp; Orange County Surprise Proposal and Engagement Photographer | Stephanie Ip Photography\" data-e-action-hash=\"#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTQ3MjgsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC9waG90b2dyYXBoeS5zdGVwaGFuaWVpcC5jb21cL2pvdXJuYWxcL3dwLWNvbnRlbnRcL3VwbG9hZHNcLzIwMjVcLzAyXC9zYW0tMS01LmpwZyIsInNsaWRlc2hvdyI6Ijk0NzdkMzMifQ%3D%3D\" href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-5.jpg?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"653\" height=\"979\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-5.jpg?fit=653%2C979&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"A couple embraces at their beach picnic proposal in Hermosa Beach, Los Angeles.\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-14728\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-5.jpg?w=720&amp;ssl=1 720w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-5.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-5.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 653px) 100vw, 653px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<figcaption class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption' id='gallery-1-14728'>\n\t\t\t\tA romantic beachside proposal at Hermosa Beach, complete with a dreamy picnic setup.\n\t\t\t\t<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a data-elementor-open-lightbox=\"yes\" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow=\"9477d33\" data-elementor-lightbox-title=\"Romantic Hermosa Beach Proposal with a Picture-Perfect Picnic Setup\" data-elementor-lightbox-description=\"California Los Angeles &amp; Orange County Surprise Proposal and Engagement Photographer | Stephanie Ip Photography\" data-e-action-hash=\"#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTQ3MjksInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC9waG90b2dyYXBoeS5zdGVwaGFuaWVpcC5jb21cL2pvdXJuYWxcL3dwLWNvbnRlbnRcL3VwbG9hZHNcLzIwMjVcLzAyXC9zYW0tMS00LmpwZyIsInNsaWRlc2hvdyI6Ijk0NzdkMzMifQ%3D%3D\" href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-4.jpg?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"653\" height=\"979\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-4.jpg?fit=653%2C979&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"A couple embraces at their beach picnic proposal in Hermosa Beach, Los Angeles.\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-14729\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-4.jpg?w=720&amp;ssl=1 720w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-4.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-1-4.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 653px) 100vw, 653px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<figcaption class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption' id='gallery-1-14729'>\n\t\t\t\tA romantic beachside proposal at Hermosa Beach, complete with a dreamy picnic setup.\n\t\t\t\t<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a data-elementor-open-lightbox=\"yes\" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow=\"9477d33\" data-elementor-lightbox-title=\"Romantic Hermosa Beach Proposal with a Picture-Perfect Picnic Setup\" data-elementor-lightbox-description=\"California Los Angeles &amp; 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Orange County Surprise Proposal and Engagement Photographer | Stephanie Ip Photography\" data-e-action-hash=\"#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTQ3NDQsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC9waG90b2dyYXBoeS5zdGVwaGFuaWVpcC5jb21cL2pvdXJuYWxcL3dwLWNvbnRlbnRcL3VwbG9hZHNcLzIwMjVcLzAyXC9zYW0tNC0xLmpwZyIsInNsaWRlc2hvdyI6Ijk0NzdkMzMifQ%3D%3D\" href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-4-1.jpg?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"653\" height=\"979\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-4-1.jpg?fit=653%2C979&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"A couple embraces at their beach picnic proposal in Hermosa Beach, Los Angeles.\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-14744\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-4-1.jpg?w=720&amp;ssl=1 720w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-4-1.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-4-1.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 653px) 100vw, 653px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<figcaption class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption' id='gallery-1-14744'>\n\t\t\t\tA romantic beachside proposal at Hermosa Beach, complete with a dreamy picnic setup.\n\t\t\t\t<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a data-elementor-open-lightbox=\"yes\" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow=\"9477d33\" data-elementor-lightbox-title=\"Romantic Hermosa Beach Proposal with a Picture-Perfect Picnic Setup\" data-elementor-lightbox-description=\"California Los Angeles &amp; Orange County Surprise Proposal and Engagement Photographer | Stephanie Ip Photography\" data-e-action-hash=\"#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTQ3NDUsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC9waG90b2dyYXBoeS5zdGVwaGFuaWVpcC5jb21cL2pvdXJuYWxcL3dwLWNvbnRlbnRcL3VwbG9hZHNcLzIwMjVcLzAyXC9zYW0tNS0xLmpwZyIsInNsaWRlc2hvdyI6Ijk0NzdkMzMifQ%3D%3D\" href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-5-1.jpg?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"653\" height=\"979\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-5-1.jpg?fit=653%2C979&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"A couple embraces at their beach picnic proposal in Hermosa Beach, Los Angeles.\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-14745\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-5-1.jpg?w=720&amp;ssl=1 720w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-5-1.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-5-1.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 653px) 100vw, 653px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<figcaption class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption' id='gallery-1-14745'>\n\t\t\t\tA romantic beachside proposal at Hermosa Beach, complete with a dreamy picnic setup.\n\t\t\t\t<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a data-elementor-open-lightbox=\"yes\" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow=\"9477d33\" data-elementor-lightbox-title=\"Romantic Hermosa Beach Proposal with a Picture-Perfect Picnic Setup\" data-elementor-lightbox-description=\"California Los Angeles &amp; Orange County Surprise Proposal and Engagement Photographer | Stephanie Ip Photography\" data-e-action-hash=\"#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTQ3NDYsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC9waG90b2dyYXBoeS5zdGVwaGFuaWVpcC5jb21cL2pvdXJuYWxcL3dwLWNvbnRlbnRcL3VwbG9hZHNcLzIwMjVcLzAyXC9zYW0tNS0yLmpwZyIsInNsaWRlc2hvdyI6Ijk0NzdkMzMifQ%3D%3D\" href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-5-2.jpg?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"653\" height=\"979\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-5-2.jpg?fit=653%2C979&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"A couple embraces at their beach picnic proposal in Hermosa Beach, Los Angeles.\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-14746\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-5-2.jpg?w=720&amp;ssl=1 720w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-5-2.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/sam-5-2.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 653px) 100vw, 653px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<figcaption class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption' id='gallery-1-14746'>\n\t\t\t\tA romantic beachside proposal at Hermosa Beach, complete with a dreamy picnic setup.\n\t\t\t\t<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-62d8082 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"62d8082\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"landkit-elementor-heading__title default elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span data-token-index=\"0\" class=\"notion-enable-hover\">Photographer\u2019s Tip:<\/span> <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7600561 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7600561\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong>Capturing the Perfect Mid-Day Proposal Moment<\/strong><\/h3><p>Since this proposal took place mid-day, about <strong>four hours after sunrise<\/strong>, we had to be mindful of the direct sunlight and positioning. The bright lighting meant finding the right angles to avoid harsh shadows while still keeping the ocean views as a backdrop. The clear skies and shimmering waves created a vibrant and romantic atmosphere, making every captured moment even more special.<\/p><p>By the time we arrived, everything was set, and Samuel led his partner to the beautifully arranged picnic. As he got down on one knee, the soft ocean breeze and bright sunlight illuminated their emotions perfectly. The reaction was full of joyful tears, laughter, and heartfelt emotion\u2014a truly picture-perfect moment!<\/p><p><!-- notionvc: 15aca7d1-d42a-4128-8524-a6c24f39b1ff --><\/p><p><!-- notionvc: 4c1bdb28-2944-4078-8f33-999464253bf9 --><\/p><p><!-- notionvc: 4580e215-b191-4667-991b-7cd532c682f1 --><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4c94cc5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4c94cc5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong>Lessons Learned &amp; Tips for Future Beach Proposals<\/strong><\/h3><ol><li><strong>Choose vendors carefully &amp; communicate expectations<\/strong> \u2013 Not all highly-ranked businesses are reliable. Trust experience and firsthand recommendations. We have experience working with trusted vendors to create picture-perfect setups that are also strategically placed according to our photographer\u2019s direction for the best lighting and angle perspective. If you&#8217;re unsure about handling all the logistics, we can be your proposal planners, ensuring every detail is thoughtfully executed for an unforgettable moment. Ensure vendors understand your priorities and the couple\u2019s vision ahead of time.<\/li><li><strong>Stick to the couple\u2019s sentimental location &amp; check permit requirements<\/strong> \u2013 The extra effort is always worth it for meaningful, emotional photos. Keep in mind that parks and recreation departments of each city have their own rules when it comes to public setups. Some locations may require a permit, so be sure to research and secure any necessary permissions in advance to avoid issues on the day of the proposal.<\/li><li><strong>Plan for logistics: parking, accessibility &amp; tide schedules<\/strong> \u2013 Confirm parking and accessibility ahead of time to minimize stress. If proposing on a beach, check tide schedules to avoid setting up too close to the water. Have a backup plan in case of unexpected challenges like parking issues, weather, or crowding.<\/li><li><strong>Use markers &amp; strategic positioning for the best proposal shots<\/strong> \u2013 A small detail like drawing a heart in the sand can greatly improve composition and angles for stunning shots. Mid-day lighting can be tricky, so using shaded areas, the ocean as a reflective backdrop, or a picnic canopy can help create the perfect balance of light.<\/li><li><strong>Arrive early &amp; plan for post-proposal moments<\/strong> \u2013 Mid-day proposals require strategic timing to capture the best natural light while avoiding harsh shadows. Plan extra time for engagement photos while emotions are still fresh and natural. Celebratory moments with family and friends can also make for beautiful candid shots.<\/li><\/ol><p><!-- notionvc: 1f2d8292-13c1-4503-8d98-a1d6ea766f4c --><\/p><p><!-- notionvc: 7618d5c3-557b-4223-a384-191ab0cafb7a --><!-- notionvc: a91f0b0d-ba89-4ba5-b0c5-e0e078817d72 --><\/p><p><!-- notionvc: 4c1bdb28-2944-4078-8f33-999464253bf9 --><\/p><p><!-- notionvc: 4580e215-b191-4667-991b-7cd532c682f1 --><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b1660cd elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b1660cd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"landkit-elementor-heading__title default elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><span data-token-index=\"0\" class=\"notion-enable-hover\">Final Thoughts: Is Picnic Proposal the Right Plan for Your Proposal?<\/span><!-- notionvc: f74bb3df-548c-45ae-8c83-e6bb568b9cd1 --><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7f97b0b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7f97b0b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Samuel\u2019s proposal at Hermosa Beach was a testament to how thoughtful planning and attention to detail can create unforgettable moments. Despite vendor challenges, the proposal went off beautifully, and we were honored to document such a meaningful milestone in their love story.<\/p><p>Are you planning a <strong>Los Angeles beach proposal<\/strong>? We\u2019d love to help capture your special moment with stunning photos and expert guidance. Reach out to us today to start planning your dream engagement shoot!<\/p><p><!-- notionvc: ee6b4489-fff3-4aba-919d-a9e5a0438f37 --><\/p><p><!-- notionvc: 4040046a-0131-4f7b-9608-3a880d3ff01c --><\/p><p><!-- notionvc: 78c1448c-af94-4625-87ea-ca3b6a635148 --><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1bbad30 card elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1bbad30\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>BOOK YOUR SURPRISE PROPOSAL WITH US!<\/strong><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We&#8217;d love to plan your surprise proposal with you and for you!<br \/>Check out our available packages and contact us when you are ready to start planning!<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d6db145 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"d6db145\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.button-landkit\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t        <div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/photography.stephanieip.com\/packages\/proposal\/index.html?utm_medium=social&#038;utm_source=blog\" class=\"elementor-button-link btn btn-primary btn-pill btn-sm lift shadow\" role=\"button\">\n                        <span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n                                    <span class=\"elementor-button-text\">See Packages<\/span>\n                    <\/span>\n                    <\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-65df856 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"65df856\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-743cff1 col-12 col-md-6\" data-id=\"743cff1\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-518ac86 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"518ac86\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_aos_animation&quot;:&quot;fade-up&quot;,&quot;_aos_animation_delay&quot;:300}\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" data-aos-delay=\"300\" data-widget_type=\"image.card-image\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n        <div class=\"card lift lift-lg shadow-light-lg\">\n\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"755\" height=\"821\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/about-4.png?fit=755%2C821&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"img-fluid attachment-full size-full wp-image-1889\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/about-4.png?w=755&amp;ssl=1 755w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/photography.stephanieip.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/about-4.png?resize=276%2C300&amp;ssl=1 276w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 653px) 100vw, 653px\" \/>        \n            <\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-ecedc80 col-12 col-md-6 \" data-id=\"ecedc80\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_aos_animation&quot;:&quot;fade-up&quot;,&quot;_aos_animation_delay&quot;:300}\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" data-aos-delay=\"300\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c9179ac elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c9179ac\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation_tablet&quot;:&quot;fadeIn&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong>Hey! 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