A Falls Park Proposal for Colby & Wiley Beth

This proposal was extra special to photograph—not just because of the stunning backdrop at Falls Park in Downtown Greenville, but because I’ve known Colby and Wiley Beth for most of their lives!

My sister and Wiley have been best friends since they were three years old, and Colby grew up just around the corner. He and my sister were neighborhood buddies, riding the school bus home together for years. So when Colby’s mom reached out to help plan the big moment, I was all in!

We wanted to make sure everything stayed a surprise for Wiley Beth, so I snuck downtown a few days before to scout out the perfect spot and even filmed some videos to send Colby’s way. To keep things extra stealthy, I worked with his mom so Wiley wouldn’t stumble across any suspicious texts or photos on his phone.

The Big Moment at Falls Park

The big day rolled around with the dreamiest spring weather—73 degrees and sunny! Naturally, Falls Park was packed with people soaking up the warmth. We weren’t sure how this would affect the moment, but honestly, it made it even sweeter. As soon as Colby dropped to one knee, cheers erupted from all around the park. Total strangers celebrated with them—it felt like something out of a movie!

What Wiley didn’t know was that her and Colby’s families had been hiding nearby the whole time. The moment she said yes, they all popped out from behind trees and bushes to join the celebration. There were hugs, happy tears, and so much joy.

Being part of this proposal was such a full-circle moment for me. Getting to witness two people I’ve known since childhood start this new chapter together was truly an honor. Colby and Wiley Beth, thank you for letting me capture the start of your forever. Your love, your people, and that spring sunshine made this day one I’ll never forget.

Here’s to more downtown adventures, more surprise celebrations, and a lifetime of cheering each other on—just like the crowd did that day. 🥂

P.S. If you’re planning a Falls Park proposal, I highly recommend bringing your photographer in early—we love being part of the planning process!