In the heart of Greenwich Village, the Time Arts/Sojournor Gallery became a canvas for a unique celebration of love. Rick (who was not a trained artist) transformed the gallery into a personal exhibit, showcasing a collection of artworks he had created to celebrate the past 6 years with his girlfriend. The rented space was the backdrop for a surprise that would unfold later in the evening—an artful marriage proposal.

As I documented the carefully curated gallery, I captured the essence of each artwork and the thoughtfulness that went into their creation. The pieces, each holding a chapter of their shared journey, were a testament to Rick's dedication and the depth of their connection. While his girlfriend anticipated an ordinary evening of art appreciation, little did she know that behind each piece lay an intimate story waiting to be revealed!

Here are some of my favorite images from this shoot (click/tap to view full size and un-cropped):

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All images in this blog post were shot on a Nikon D850, using a 24-85mm zoom lenses, all individually post-processed by hand in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.

Jinnifer Douglass is a full-time freelance photographer based in NYC, shooting for both individuals and brands such as Google, Sotheby’s, Uber, Make Up For Ever, Squarespace, and more! Specializing in portraits, food, and special events, she works to make every piece of your social and website content ‘Insta-worthy’ with high resolution, full-frame DSLR photography and expert Lightroom editing. Interested in chatting? Leave a comment below, or send an email to hello@jinyc-photo.com!