Surprise Proposal Photography: Lowell + Kendra

Tampa Engagement Photographer

There’s something so special about capturing the moment two people commit to spending forever together. As a Tampa proposal photographer, I’ve been lucky enough to witness some pretty incredible love stories, but Lowell and Kendra’s engagement at Seaplane Basin Park on Davis Islands was one of my favorites.


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Lowell reached out to me a few weeks before the big day. He was so excited as he planned every detail of his surprise proposal to Kendra. You could tell how much he wanted this moment to be absolutely perfect for her. From picking the location to figuring out the timing, he put so much thought into making it unforgettable. And honestly? It paid off in the most beautiful way.


This proposal was seamless! Kendra thought it was just fun date night, but Lowell had something much bigger planned. I arrived early to get to the exact spot he sent me photos of ahead of time with a pinned location, camera ready for the moment. When Lowell dropped to one knee, Kendra’s reaction was everything — pure joy, shock, and overwhelming happiness all at once. She looked great and had no idea it was coming!


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I swear, these two couldn’t stop smiling the entire time. Lowell and Kendra were so sweet together, completely wrapped up in each other. It felt like I was just there to document the love that was already overflowing between them. As a Tampa engagement photographer, I’ve worked with a lot of couples, but their connection was something truly special. You could just feel how much they mean to each other.


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After the big question, we wandered around the park to snap some engagement photos. The sunset gave us the most gorgeous, golden light — Tampa Bay really showed off that day! Kendra couldn’t stop beaming, and Lowell was right there, matching her energy. They made my job so easy, and every photo felt like it told its own little story about how perfect they are together.


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Being a Tampa proposal photographer means I get to be part of moments like this, and honestly, it’s the best. There’s nothing like capturing the raw emotion and joy of a surprise proposal. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime moment, and having it documented means you’ll always have those memories to look back on.


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If you’re thinking about planning a surprise proposal in Tampa, don’t underestimate how special it is to have a photographer there to capture it all. Whether you’re planning something intimate or a big celebration, I’d love to help make your vision come to life. Let’s chat and make your proposal unforgettable!

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Hi, I’m Calli Wickes!

wife, mom to two little girls + one little pup

I met my husband in high school and he is literally my best friend. I'm a mom of two little girls that really are my favorite people. And I am a photographer specializing in natural, posed + candid photos. For the past decade plus, I have loved getting to capture more and more family's special moments.