September 19, 2025
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The proposal has happened. Maybe it was grand, a rooftop surprise in Malaga with rose petals and shaking hands. Or maybe it was quiet — a question whispered during a sunrise beach walk in Marbella.
Either way, you said yes. And now you’re in the space between Will you? and I do.
It’s raw. It’s giddy. And it deserves to be remembered.
As a professional portrait and wedding photographer I live for this moment. The barefoot beach runs, the wind-whipped hair, the way you keep stealing glances at each other because holy sht — we’re getting married*.
It’s not about perfect outfits. It’s about presence.
You might be tempted to skip this part.
“To wait for the wedding day. That’s the main event, right?”
But here’s the truth: your proposal is its own love story — a season of dreaming, planning, dancing in the kitchen, saying “fiancé” just because you can.
An proposal photoshoot in Marbella is like a little time capsule.
Not of your Pinterest board. Of you.
The pre-wedding excitement.
The soft chaos of planning.
The glow that hasn’t yet been touched by timelines and to-do lists.
And years from now, when the dress is packed away and the cake long gone — these photographs will still hum with the memory of who you were before the aisle.
As a photographer based in Marbella, I know this stretch of coastline like an old friend.
There are places here that feel like they were made for moments like this.
Some favorites:
Old Town Marbella – cobbled streets, pink walls, hidden archways. Every corner is cinematic.
The cliffs of Benahavís – wild, golden, private. A perfect spot for a wedding proposal or pre-wedding shoot.
Estepona beaches at golden hour – glowing light, barefoot freedom, space to breathe.
Malaga rooftops – the skyline behind you, the sea in the distance. A destination proposal dream.
We’ll wander until something feels right. This is your story — the setting should meet you there.
Once, a couple brought a bottle of champagne to celebrate.
We planned to pop it at the end, but it exploded halfway through and soaked all of us. We laughed so hard we forgot we were taking photos. Still one of my favorite memories.
Another brought Polaroids from their first date — we scattered them in the sand, tucked them into pockets, held them up mid-kiss.
This is what I mean when I say: bring what makes it yours.
Shoots like this aren’t about perfection. They’re about emotion.
Overthinking kills magic. You don’t need to be models. You just need to show up, together.
Think light fabrics: linen, silk, cotton. Something that flows and feels like you.
Soft neutrals are timeless, but bold tones can sing in the Spanish light.
Golden hour — that final hour of sunlight — turns Marbella into a painting.
For destination couples, we can even chase both sunrise and sunset if you’re feeling adventurous.
If the wind kicks up or your hair does its own thing — lean in.
Some of the best photos in Marbella are the ones where the plan went sideways and you just kept laughing.
Anyone can take a photo.
But capturing this moment — this specific slice of your love story — takes more than gear.
As a professional photographer in Marbella and Malaga, I bring more than a camera.
I bring presence. I listen for what you don’t say. I notice how you look at each other when you think no one’s watching.
I’ve photographed destination weddings, secret elopements, barefoot beach proposals, and golden-hour strolls through Old Town.
No two sessions are ever the same. That’s the whole point.
Many couples fly into southern Spain to celebrate their love — whether it’s an official proposal session or a spontaneous pre-wedding photoshoot.
If you’re coming from abroad, I help with the planning:
Locations that feel cinematic but private
Timing that matches the light
Styling tips for the Spanish climate
Drone and videography options available for more cinematic edits
A full prep guide so you feel grounded and excited, not stressed
It’s not just photography — it’s an experience.
If you’ve been searching for the right proposal photographer in Marbella, scrolling through portfolios, saving images to your secret board…
Take this as your sign to stop searching and start capturing.
Whether you’re planning a wedding proposal, an intimate photo session in Marbella, or a destination proposal across the Costa del Sol, I’d be honored to photograph your story.
Not in a stiff, staged way.
But in a “this-is-us-and-it’s-breathtaking” kind of way.
I am here to capture your cinematic story
justinakris.com