newly engaged couple at Sleeping Bear Dunes captured by Traverse City wedding photographer Karly Walker

 

Engagement & Proposal Photography in Traverse City Michigan

 

 

I specialize in proposal photography at the Sleeping Bear Dunes and surrounding areas. Beyond capturing the moment, I'll help with location scouting, planning and logistics.

 

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The Start of Your Story


Whether you're planning a surprise proposal or celebrating your engagement, these sessions are designed to feel relaxed, fun, and genuine.


I'll guide you when you need direction, step back when a moment deserves space, and create photographs that feel like your relationship—not a photoshoot.


My goal is simple:


Help you create a great memory first.


The photographs come naturally from there.

Man kneeling on one knee proposing to a woman on a grassy hilltop with a ski lift and colorful autumn at Boyne Highlands
Emotional family celebration after a proposal at Chateau Chantal in Traverse City
Smiling man in denim shirt presenting an open blue Petites jewelry box with a diamond engagement ring to propose at Sleeping Bear Dunes

Proposal Photography


Planning your proposal can be easy.


I'll help you choose a location, create a plan, and coordinate the details so everything runs smoothly.


When the moment arrives, I'll be in place ahead of time to capture the surprise, excitement, and emotion as it unfolds naturally.


After the proposal, we'll capture a few quick pictures together or have a full relaxed engagement session.

Engagement Sessions



Engagement sessions are part date night, part photo session.


We'll choose a location that feels meaningful to you and create a mix of candid moments and naturally guided portraits.


I'll give you enough direction to feel confident while leaving room for genuine connection and personality.

Man kneeling on one knee proposes to a smiling woman in a white dress on a sandy beach near Frankfort, MI at sunset.

Investment

 

Mini Engagement Session

$450


• 30 minutes

• 30 high resolution downloads

• Online gallery

• Print rights

• One location

Signature Engagement Session

$600


• 1 hour

• Unlimited edited images

• Online gallery

• Print rights

• Options for multiple locations

Couple kissing while clinking champagne glasses outdoors, celebrating a romantic moment together after Traverse City proposal

 

Proposal + Engagement session

$750


• Proposal planning assistance

• Proposal coverage

• Full engagement session

• Two locations

• Unlimited edited images

• Online gallery

• Print rights

 

How to Book


  1. Choose the session that fits your needs.
  2. Select your preferred date and time.
  3. Follow prompts to complete booking.
Book Your Session
A diamond engagement ring resting on the rocks at Sleeping Bear Dunes captured by Traverse City wedding photographer Karly Walker

 

 

Preserve your memories

 

 

Couple running hand-in-hand along a sandy beach at sunset after getting engaged at Sleeping Bear Dunes

Celebrate This Chapter


Your engagement is a special and fleeting time in your lives together. Let's slow down and capture some intentional memories so you can always look back and remember it.


We can create something meaningful together.