Photography

If you’re considering a surprise helicopter proposal in Zermatt, here’s exactly how the process works from start to finish.

If you’re dreaming of dramatic mountain views, timeless elegance, and once‑in‑a‑lifetime scenery for your pre‑wedding portraits, few places compare to Zermatt, Valais Switzerland. With the iconic Matterhorn as your backdrop, charming wooden chalets, alpine chapels and snow‑capped peaks in every direction, Zermatt is a sought-after European destination for pre‑wedding photography — especially for couples traveling from Asia.

Planning a surprise proposal is invigorating, but if you’re traveling together, it can also be incredibly stressful. The biggest concern most have? How am I supposed to hide the engagement ring while traveling without ruining the surprise?

The Swiss Alps are breathtakingly gorgeous but they’re also unpredictable and constantly changing. That’s part of what makes them so special. After years of photographing surprise proposals, couples, families and intimate moments in Zermatt, I’ve learned that every type of weather has its beauty.

Zermatt has always been a place that feels a little magical. But to ACOTAR fans, the mountain skyline, glowing evenings, car-free village and winding street full of shops and happy people, bring to mind a very specific place from the books: Velaris, the City of Starlight.

Whether you’re looking for the perfect European destination to get engaged or you already have a trip to Zermatt on the books, hiring a professional engagement photographer can make all the difference! Here's my recommendation of why, how and where to do your proposal in Zermatt.

Her Seasons is a short and poetic cinematic journey through the seasons, set in the mountains of Zermatt, Switzerland. In it, we explore how the rhythms of nature mirror the cycles of a woman’s body by weaving together aerial silk dance with changing landscapes. I made this film in collaboration with the dancer featured within: Lisa.