Theodore Roosevelt Island Surprise Proposal in The Rain | Washington DC

Proposal at Theodore Roosevelt Island

The last time I photographed a proposal was in 2019. I was working with Adam at a restaurant downtown (my first job in the city) … fast forward to yesterday when it was his turn to propose to his gorgeous partner Esther :’) congratulations Adam and Esther <3 yesterday was a romantic thunderstorm proposal whirlwind 🌧️🦋🫀 I can’t believe I am lucky enough to have witnessed.

About the photographer: Jesslyn McCartney is a hybrid digital and film photographer based in Richmond, Virginia. She takes a natural approach to documentation, capturing the beauty in little moments. With a focus on weddings, couples, and motherhood, Jesslyn's photographs are nostalgic, timeless, and emotion-centered.