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Miranda Rae Photography

Beach Proposal & Engagement Photographer · Florida Gulf Coast

Your Proposal
Only Happens Once

Miranda helps you plan it, stays out of sight, and catches every second.

Surprise Proposals$19930 edited photos · planning help included
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✓ No payment to ask✓ Your secret is safe
96% Recommend
18 reviews on Facebook
“Miranda is the best photographer in The Forgotten Coast. She has captured our family so beautifully every time she takes our photos. She has such a quick turn around time, great prices, and truly makes you feel comfortable in your own skin. 10/10 recommend!” — Hayley H., Facebook review

A proposal photographer who keeps the secret

You ask the question. Miranda handles the rest.

Miranda Rae is a beach proposal and engagement photographer on Florida's Gulf Coast. Planning a surprise proposal is exciting and a little nerve-racking. Miranda helps you choose the spot and the best time for the light, then blends in nearby so your partner never sees it coming.

You get the moment you kneel, the look on their face, the happy tears and the first hug, then a relaxed engagement session right after while you're both still glowing. Your edited photos arrive in a private online gallery, ready to share the news.

Surprise beach proposal on one knee with candles, rose petals and a light-up Marry Me sign at sunset in Mexico Beach, Florida, by Miranda Rae Photography Beach proposal on one knee at sunset in Panama City Beach, Florida, by Miranda Rae Photography Couple kissing at the water's edge at sunset in Panama City Beach, Florida, by Miranda Rae Photography Couple embracing in the dunes at sunset in Mexico Beach, Florida, by Miranda Rae Photography Engagement ring on her hand while the couple holds hands at sunset in Panama City Beach, Florida, by Miranda Rae Photography Couple sharing a moment by the pier in Panama City Beach, Florida, by Miranda Rae Photography Newly engaged couple kissing in the waves in Panama City Beach, Florida, by Miranda Rae Photography Champagne and flowers set up for a beach proposal in Mexico Beach, Florida, by Miranda Rae Photography

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Proposal & engagement prices

Simple pricing, no surprises (except yours)

Every session includes professionally edited photos in a private online gallery. Checking your date is free.

Popping the questionSurprise Proposal$19930 edited photos · no set time limit
  • Help planning the spot and timing
  • Discreet coverage of the proposal
  • Engagement portraits right after
Already said yesEngagement Session$199Up to 1 hour · 35+ edited photos
  • Relaxed, fun and lightly guided
  • Great for save-the-dates
  • Sunset or sunrise on the beach

Already planning the big day? See Miranda's 2027 beach wedding packages →

Where Miranda photographs proposals

Proposal spots up and down the Gulf Coast

Panama City BeachBig sunsets and the pierPanama City Beach → Mexico BeachQuiet sand, few people aroundMexico Beach → Port St. JoeCalm bay water and small-town charmPort St. Joe → Cape San BlasDunes, sea oats and boardwalksCape San Blas → St. George IslandWide, peaceful beachesSt. George Island → DestinEmerald water and soft white sandDestin → 30ASeaside, Rosemary Beach, WaterColor & more30A → Planning the wedding?2027 beach wedding packagesWedding photography →

How a surprise proposal works

1

Tell Miranda your plan

Send your date and beach with the form below. Pick "Surprise proposal" and she'll only contact you.

2

Pick the spot & time

Miranda helps you choose the place, the light and a simple signal. A $50 deposit holds your date.

3

Ask the question

Miranda's nearby, looking like anyone else on the beach, and catches every second.

4

Celebrate

Engagement portraits right after, then your edited photos in a private online gallery.

Plan Your Proposal

Free to ask, and Miranda will personally confirm.

🤫 Your secret is safe. Miranda will only contact you, never your partner.

No payment, no obligation — you're just asking. Miranda will personally confirm your date.

By sending, you agree to our privacy notice.

Proposal photography questions

How much does a proposal photographer cost?

Miranda's Surprise Proposal is $199. It includes 30 edited photos, help planning the spot and timing, discreet coverage of the proposal, engagement portraits right after, and no set time limit. Already engaged? The Engagement Session is $199 with 35+ edited photos.

How will Miranda stay hidden during the proposal?

Before the day, you and Miranda agree on the exact spot, the time and a simple signal. On the day, she's nearby looking like anyone else enjoying the beach, so your partner won't suspect a thing. When you see her ready, it's your moment.

Will my partner find out?

Not from Miranda. When you pick "Surprise proposal" on the form, Miranda only contacts you, by the phone number or email you give her. Nothing gets sent to your partner.

Should we do the proposal at sunset or sunrise?

Sunset is the favorite, with soft golden light and warm colors. Sunrise is just as pretty and the beach is usually much quieter, which is great if you'd rather not have an audience.

Which beaches can I propose at?

Panama City Beach, Mexico Beach, Port St. Joe, Cape San Blas, Indian Pass, St. George Island, Destin and 30A, including Santa Rosa Beach, Seaside, Rosemary Beach and WaterColor. Not sure where? Miranda can help you pick a spot.

What if the weather doesn't cooperate?

Just reach out. Miranda will do her best to find a new date or time that works for you, so your proposal still happens the way you pictured it.

How do I hold my date?

Send your date with the form above. Once Miranda confirms, a $50 deposit holds your date, and it comes off your session price.

The yes you'll want to see again. ♡

Let's plan your proposal

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