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Boise couples love Bogus Basin ski resort in the winter, but the summer vibes are just as remarkable! With lots to do on the mountain, Bogus Basin is a delightful summer date destination. When a message came through from Nate about proposing to his girlfriend up at Bogus, I couldn’t wait to capture it for them!
Nate grew up in Boise and the first time he brought Kano to visit, Bogus was one of their most memorable stops. They came in the summer to explore the mountain, taking Deerpoint Chairlift up to a scenic viewpoint to take in the stunning mountaintop views together. So when the time came to propose, Nate knew exactly where he wanted to do it.
Nate and Kano were in town visiting family, and he planned to take Kano hiking up at Bogus and propose in a similar spot to where they had been before. I drove up the mountain and took the chairlift up a little before them to be ready to photograph his sweet surprise so they’d have photographs of the moment to look back on!
Day-of Nate and I had to pivot the plan because Morning Star chairlift was the only lift open that day, but that small hiccup didn’t change the excitement of the events to come. Nate and Kano took the chairlift up, dressed and ready to hike, but instead of starting down the trail, he paused and began talking. He got down on one knee and asked Kano to marry him, with sweeping Boise mountain views behind them. She said yes and was completely surprised! It was so beautiful to watch the moment unfold and capture pictures they’ll have forever!
What I loved most about collaborating with Nate to capture these proposal photos was his perspective about the final result. He wasn’t worried about getting perfect photographs of the proposal moment. He shared with me that he was more interested in having the photographs to look back on and remember—imperfect was great, the memories were more important. Here are some of my favorites:
If you’re planning your own surprise proposal or engagement photos at Bogus Basin, here are some tips to consider:
Photographing couples is such a personal job and it’s honestly the best. I’m Becky, a photographer based in Boise, Idaho where I live with my favorite guy and our son. Being invited into the most personal celebrations and intimate stories is one of my greatest privileges as a photographer. Beyond amazing locations and beautiful details, I love photography because of the people. Camera in hand, I simultaneously get to know people and give them the gift of seeing a deeper part of themselves and the people they love. I believe in photographs that are evocative, nuanced, and personal, and I’d love to create some for you.
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Wedding photography is my heartbeat. For me, it holds the perfect tension between creativity and authenticity, observation and connection. In front of my camera clients transform to friends, and behind it you'll usually find me tearing up, cheering you on, or holding my breath because of the raw goodness of the moment at hand.
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