PROPOSALS · TROMSØ
Proposal photography in Tromsø
A private photography session for the two of you, with your proposal as part of the experience. I help choose the locations and timing, then photograph you together before, during and after the proposal. Choose daylight, twilight or a Northern Lights evening when conditions allow. A short film can be added to selected sessions.
A QUIET PLAN
The moment stays yours.
I help with the practical details so you can concentrate on asking the question.
We meet for a private photo session and explore the chosen locations together. Before the day, we agree on how the proposal will fit into the session. I help you find a setting that works for the light, weather and the moment, including places you might not discover on your own. With me already photographing you, there is no need to arrange a hidden photographer or find the proposal spot by yourselves.
We choose the location and timing with light, wind, snow, road conditions, access and privacy in mind.
COMMISSIONS
Ways to plan the proposal
Fjellheisen
Short proposal sessions from €690
A short proposal and portrait session above Tromsø, planned around cable car access, the light and conditions on the mountain.
Private daylight
Private day commissions from €1,000
A longer, individually planned session in the Tromsø region, with time to explore the landscape, photograph the proposal and take portraits afterwards.
Northern Lights
Night commissions from €1,650
An evening session with flexible timing and locations, planned around darkness, weather and the chance of clear skies. The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed.
Each commission is quoted according to the date, duration, location and film coverage. Transport is arranged separately and is not included in the commission fee.
For more elaborate proposals, I can help develop the idea and plan the setup. Creative direction and production are quoted separately.
PHOTO + FILM
Photography and a short film
You can book photography, film or both. For selected proposals, a short film can include movement in the landscape and sound recorded during the proposal. I plan the photography and filming together so both fit naturally into your session.
Optional proposal film from €700.
SELECTED PROPOSALS
Selected proposals
SURPRISE PROPOSAL · TROMSØ
A Winter Proposal at Fjellheisen
John and Jake’s winter proposal at Fjellheisen above Tromsø, followed by portraits among snowy ridges and fjord views.
TROMSØ · NORTHERN LIGHTS PROPOSAL
Pedro & Gil
Pedro and Gil’s marriage proposal beneath the Northern Lights in the Tromsø region, captured in photographs and a short film.
PROPOSAL · PHOTOGRAPHY
Avery & Liz
Avery and Liz’s proposal session in Tromsø, with photographs among the city’s architecture, by the harbour and beside the snowy fjord.
PROPOSAL · TROMSØ
An Aurora Proposal in Falling Snow
A surprise proposal in falling snow beneath the Northern Lights in the Tromsø region, followed by portraits and a short video of the aurora.
HOW IT WORKS
Planning your proposal
01
Tell me what you are planning
Share your preferred date or date range and whether you are considering daylight, twilight or a Northern Lights evening. Tell me what you have in mind for the session and proposal.
02
We agree on the details
We choose the session length, general area and preferred time of day, then agree on how the proposal will fit into our time together.
03
I prepare the final plan
I adjust the route and timing to the light, weather and winter road conditions, with a backup plan if needed.
04
You receive the finished work
Two or three preview photographs are normally delivered the following day. The complete gallery is prepared within four to five days. Film is included where commissioned.
WORKING IN THE ARCTIC
Experience in the Arctic.
Alongside my independent photography and film work, I guide and photograph Northern Lights tours with Greenlander. More than five winter seasons in the Tromsø region have taught me to plan for changing weather, winter roads and available light.
The stillness in a photograph can conceal a fierce wind. Northern Norway can be unforgiving, and working here calls for thoughtful preparation and a willingness to adapt. We plan with the season, the conditions and your comfort outdoors in mind. Years of photographing through northern winters help me judge when to stay, when to wait and when another location will serve us better. Being well prepared gives us more freedom to concentrate on the light, the photographs and the moment itself.
PRACTICAL QUESTIONS
Before you enquire
Can you help me choose a proposal location?
Yes. I recommend the general area according to the season, available light, weather, access and how private you want the moment to feel. The exact location may be adjusted close to the date when conditions become clearer.
Can the proposal take place under the Northern Lights?
Yes, but the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed. Night commissions require flexibility in timing and location.
How does the proposal fit into the session?
You both meet me for a private couples photography session, and the proposal takes place during our time together. We plan the timing and setting beforehand, so I can be ready to photograph it. This is a private booking, not part of a shared group tour. I choose locations with privacy in mind, though a private session does not mean exclusive use of a public place.
What happens if the weather changes?
I monitor the conditions and adjust the timing, area or backup plan when needed. Your safety comes first.
Is transport included?
No. Clients may use their own or rental vehicle, in which case we meet at the agreed location and travel between locations in separate vehicles. Licensed private transport may be booked separately. I can recommend a provider and coordinate the photography route, but the transport agreement and payment are handled directly with the provider.
Can photography and film be combined?
Yes. A short film can be added to selected sessions and can include sound recorded during the proposal.
When are you based in Tromsø?
I am usually based in Tromsø from September to March. Availability varies, so it is best to enquire with a preferred date or date range.
How do I secure the commission?
A signed agreement and booking retainer are required to secure the date. The remaining balance and all cancellation or rescheduling terms are confirmed in the individual agreement.
Tell me what you are planning
Share your preferred date or date range, your preferred timing, the number of people and whether you would like photography, a short film or both. Tell me what you have in mind for the session and proposal.