Carmel by the SeaProposal Photographer
Your Carmel by the Sea & Big Sur Proposal PhotographerChristian Stephenson
Hello, I'm Christian
I'm a Big Sur-based photographer specializing exclusively in proposals for the Big Sur and Carmel areas. I moved to the coast after getting my B.S. in Biology from Fresno State in 2021 and absolutely fell in love with everything the Monterey Bay area has to offer.
From the beautiful beaches of Pacific Grove to the forests deep in the heart of Big Sur, there's always a location that perfectly suits the mood — and I know every one of them. See real proposals in the portfolio →
I never planned to become a photographer until I moved to the coast and just wanted to capture all the beautiful scenery and the people enjoying it. I've always had an entrepreneurial spirit and followed it to build my own business. Becoming a father in early 2023 was the spark I needed to go all in — and I've never looked back.
I focus exclusively on proposals. Not weddings, not families, not corporate events. Just proposals. That singular focus means when you trust me with your most important moment, you're getting someone who has done this hundreds of times — and knows exactly how to get it right. View proposal packages →
One Chance to Get it Right
When you're planning a proposal, everything has to be perfect. There are no second chances, no re-dos. The moment happens once, and it deserves to be captured by someone who treats it with the same care and weight you do.
That's why I turned down a path of shooting weddings, families, and everything in between. I chose proposals — and only proposals. Every session I take on gets my full attention, full creativity, and full expertise. I've scouted every location, studied every angle of coastal light, and refined every technique specifically for this kind of moment. Have questions? Read the FAQ →
When your partner says yes, I'll be there to capture it perfectly. Book your session →