As a Banff elopement and proposal photographer, I get to witness love stories unfold in some of the most breathtaking places in the world — from misty mountain peaks to turquoise lakes. Every proposal has its own kind of magic, but this one at Peyto Lake truly felt like a scene straight out of a Hallmark movie.


When Jacob first reached out to me, I had no idea what his big plan was — only that he wanted to propose to his girlfriend at the stunning Peyto Lake Viewpoint. Of course, I was instantly thrilled and deeply honoured to capture such a special moment at one of my favourite locations in the Canadian Rockies.


As the date drew closer, Jacob sent me another message, and that’s when I realized just how thoughtful and romantic his plan really was. He wanted to hire videographer  Ryan Armstrong from RD3 Production and a guitarist, Mr. Hirschman, to play Can’t Help Falling in Love so they could share a dance right after the proposal. The sweetest detail? Jacob and his girlfriend actually met at a dance class — so the song couldn’t have been more meaningful.


On the day of the proposal, I started my drive toward Peyto Lake, and the sky began to darken. Clouds rolled in, and I remember thinking, there’s no way this is going to happen. But love doesn’t care about the weather — and neither did Jacob. Despite the looming rain, he was determined to make this moment unforgettable.


And unforgettable it was. The soft mountain light, the emotion in the air, the sound of the guitar echoing across the lake — everything came together perfectly. Watching them dance, surrounded by the wild beauty of Banff National Park, felt like witnessing a scene from a romantic film.


But Jacob wasn’t done yet. After the proposal, he had one more surprise planned: a romantic dinner at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel followed by a flight back home to Philadelphia the very same day. A whirlwind of love, adventure, and pure romance — the kind of story that reminds me exactly why I adore what I do.

Couple stands on a rocky overlook above a turquoise mountain lake as a photographer captures the moment under moody skies.
Man in a suit and woman in a floral dress stand close on a cliff overlooking a glacial lake while a photographer shoots nearby.
Man kneels on one knee proposing to his girlfriend on a rocky mountain viewpoint above a vivid turquoise lake.
Man in a suit kneels on a rocky cliff holding a ring box as he proposes to a woman above a turquoise lake.
Man in a dark suit kneels and holds out a ring to a smiling woman in a floral dress beside a turquoise mountain lake.
Newly engaged couple embraces on a rocky mountain overlook as a photographer stands nearby with a camera, lake below.
Couple shares a quiet moment on a mountain overlook while a guitarist plays beside them, with a turquoise lake and misty peaks behind.
Couple shelters under a black umbrella on a rocky ledge above a turquoise lake, surrounded by evergreens and stormy mountain skies.
Engaged couple poses together on a rocky outcrop above evergreen trees, with a turquoise glacial lake and misty mountains behind.
Close-up of a man gently embracing and kissing the head of his fiancée, who wears a floral dress and displays her engagement ring.
Distant couple stands on a rocky mountain viewpoint framed by blurred golden autumn leaves, with a turquoise lake and misty peaks beyond.
Couple standing on a rocky overlook above a misty turquoise lake and mountains, framed by golden autumn foliage.
Couple in formal attire and a floral dress hold hands and dance under a gray, cloudy mountain sky.
Engaged couple poses on a rocky viewpoint overlooking a turquoise glacial lake and fog-covered mountains.
Couple shares a romantic embrace on a rocky ledge above a vivid turquoise lake surrounded by evergreen forest.
Man dips his partner in a romantic kiss on a mountain overlook with a turquoise lake behind them.
Close-up of a couple holding hands, showing a sparkling diamond engagement ring and a floral dress sleeve.
Smiling couple gazes at each other holding an orange bouquet with a misty mountain lake in the background.
Couple playfully poses with arms outstretched like wings on a rocky overlook above a turquoise mountain lake.
Man and woman strike a playful winged pose on a rocky cliff with a turquoise lake and misty mountains below.
Joyful couple spreads their arms wide on a mountain overlook with a turquoise lake and foggy peaks behind.
Couple posing playfully on a rocky overlook above a turquoise mountain lake under a moody, cloudy sky.
Smiling woman in a red floral dress touches her chest and shows her ring against a dark evergreen forest.
Smiling man in a black suit and gold bow tie stands in front of a dark forest backdrop.

Review 5*


World class photos from our surprise proposal at Peyto Lake, Banff, top notch service. Maia was wonderful. She stuck through it with us in the rain and the wind. She was very accommodating.

(Jacob)