You said YES! And let’s be real—you want that engagement ring to have its moment. Whether your style is effortless and cool, bold and dramatic, or somewhere in between, there’s a way to show off your new favorite accessory without looking, well… too obvious about it.
As a wedding photographer who has shot a lot of proposals, I see it all—the casual flex, the subtle sparkle, the full-on LOOK AT THIS ROCK energy. No shame in any of it. Here are five ways to make sure your engagement ring gets the attention it deserves in your photos.
The Nonchalant “Oh, This Old Thing?”
For the ones who want to show off but in a way that feels effortless. It’s all about candid, real-life moments where your ring just happens to steal the show. These don’t even have to be scripted, we’ll make them happen naturally during proposal or engagement shoot.
- Raising a glass of champagne like the icon you are
- Holding hands with your fiancé, fingers intertwined
- Brushing your hair back, totally unaware (but also… totally aware)
- Laughing mid-conversation while your ring catches the light
These are the moments that feel straight out of a rom-com—except they’re real, they’re you, and they’re absolute perfection.
The Spicy “Here’s the Ring, Bestie”
This one’s for the bold. The ones who want the focus on their ring and aren’t afraid to flaunt it. You’re engaged! It’s a flex! So flex!
- Hand splayed toward the camera, letting the sparkle do the talking
- Fingers resting on your fiancé’s cheek or shoulder—soft but powerful
If there was ever a moment to be a little extra, this is it. We love these moments because it shows just how excited you are to be engaged and it gets other people on your level of excitement. It almost feels like a giant neon finger pointing right to the ring.
The Close-Up Magic
Sometimes, you just need to let the ring take center stage. These detail shots bring out every bit of brilliance, whether it’s a classic round diamond or a unique vintage setting. Don’t worry, we’ll make sure to get this moment during the proposal or engagement session. Whether or not you helped pick out the ring or it’s a surprise, there was effort and care put into choosing it and we want to show that off. And so will you!
- Fingers curled around a coffee cup, ring in focus
- Holding a handwritten love letter from your fiancé
- Softly posed hands, catching the light at just the right angle
- Running your fingers over your wedding dress, hinting at what’s to come
It’s the kind of shot that ends up framed on your nightstand.
The Storytelling Moment
Because your ring is more than a piece of jewelry—it’s a symbol of this moment in your life. Capture it as part of a bigger story:
- The raw, emotional second your fiancé slipped it onto your finger
- Holding your hand out for friends and family to scream over (because, duh)
- Mid-proposal, before you even realize what’s happening
- Woven into your engagement session, whether you’re twirling, dancing, or just existing in love
These aren’t just photos. They’re memories. That’s why it’s important to hire a professional and experienced photographer for these moments. We have experience capturing these details that will fill in around all the other gorgeous photos of your ring.
The Off-the-Hand Artistry
Who says your ring has to be on your hand for every shot? Some of the most stunning engagement ring photos are the ones where the setting steals the show.
- Nestled in a velvet box, because classic is classic for a reason
- Resting on a bed of fresh flowers or lush greenery
- Placed on a meaningful object—maybe a love letter, maybe your pet’s paw (yes, really)
- Held between your fingers like a delicate little masterpiece
Again, your ring was chosen with a lot of care, whether by you together or your partner on their own, and so it’s important to grab these cute moments on their own.
Whether you’re a laid-back bride-to-be or fully living your main-character moment, there’s a way to make sure your engagement ring gets the attention it deserves. At the end of the day, these photos are about you—your love story, your style, your energy.
So go ahead. Flaunt it. And let me capture it for you!