Janis Foley Photography

Paige Owen & Brady Long: A surprise Wedding Proposal in Laguna Beach Janis Foley Photography There are times when I go into photographing something and I just don't know what to expect. Although I've done this so many times over the years, I STILL get nervous. I think it's because I pour my heart and soul into it when I photograph people, especially days like this. This day was extra special.... This is my boyfriend's younger cousin, Brady, proposing to his girlfriend, Paige, of 4 years. I didn't know them well, which made me nervous. I hadn't had a chance to talk to Brady to understand what he wanted. So THAT also made me nervous. I had no doubts I could handle the task at hand, but I just wanted it to be PERFECT. I'm not gonna lie, I said a little prayer asking for guidance that day. And if you know me, you'd probably know that I tend to believe in signs. Especially angel signs. That day, the signs everywhere. I felt guided to do all the right things. Plus we ended up with this beautiful sunset that I felt was also a gift. The whole time Dave and I were out there with Paige & Brady, we were pretending that we were having THEM help US with my portfolio. ;) Little did Paige know that right at sunset, Brady would propose to her. I don't know if this slideshow will mean as much to a total stranger as it means to us, but man, I am overwhelmed by the beauty of experience. I feel so blessed to have been able to see it first hand. It was an absolute perfect day. Right as he proposed, their families, who were watching from up above on the cliff, started cheering from far away. That's why she looks up as he got down on one knee. You can actually hear it in the video clip. I'll admit I don't know them well (yet), but Dave has always told me that Brady's dad (Uncle Paul) was a huge influence in Dave's life growing up. Dave has said that his Uncle Paul was one of the top 5 influential people in his life, referring to him as a man of integrity, full of heart, compassion and mischief. He sees much of that in Brady. I never had a chance to meet Brady's dad, but I see that Brady has turned out to be such an incredible person. Dave had always said that Brady is a true gentleman. After watching them on this day, I can totally agree. It's a rare thing to see these days. As for Paige, not only is she beautiful, but she seems like she's the sweetest girl. I'm so happy for these two to have found each other and fallen in love. I wish them a lifetime of happiness... https://youtu.be/6zadb-Y-ny0

I can only hope to witness something as majestic as this...

Not my photo but awe...

I love this idea so much!!! <3 <3 <3 Sometimes I'll ask people for a photo and they are already married. They act like I'm being silly... But you know what? I think it's precious... Everyone should do these once in a while... Looking at these give me hope and it just warms my heart... These are not my images, but I wouldn't mind doing photos like these for people. Let's celebrate your love! Why not?

Business owners... Make use of your unsold hours! Come join me! Party tonight... Who wants to go! <3

Ah, remember the time... <3

Sharing this video that someone created... My goodness, it's so heart wrenching, but also incredibly beautiful... Hits close to home right now... <3