Ever wonder what a proposal at the Clydesdale Outpost actually looks like? Wonder no more — let me walk you through a recent, unforgettable surprise proposal I was lucky enough to be a part of.

Typically, proposals here happen near the barn, but I wanted to do something different because I really wanted to incorporate the horses. We staged it so I looked like an outpost employee who photographs all the sleigh rides and then delivers the images afterward. That way I was already there, camera in hand, and the focus stayed on the horses and the moment instead of the proposal feeling obvious or staged.

This was my first time photographing a proposal here (I’ve done couples sessions at the outpost before), and it ended up being one of those shoots where everything lines up.

How It Worked

Ever wonder what a proposal at the Clydesdale Outpost actually looks like? Wonder no more — let me walk you through a recent, unforgettable surprise proposal I was lucky enough to be a part of.

Typically, proposals here happen near the barn, but I wanted to do something different because I really wanted to incorporate the horses. We staged it so I looked like an outpost employee who photographs all the sleigh rides and then delivers the images afterward. That way I was already there, camera in hand, and the focus stayed on the horses and the moment instead of the proposal feeling obvious or staged.

This was my first time photographing a proposal here (I’ve done couples sessions at the outpost before), and it ended up being one of those shoots where everything lines up.

Sleigh ride at the Clydesdale Outpost in Montana

Winter sleigh ride at Clydesdale Outpost with Clydesdale horses

The Proposal

The proposal happened right as they stepped off the sleigh, with the Clydesdales still right there. I was already in position as the outpost employee photographer, everything went smooth as vanilla ice cream, and the plan worked. She had no idea it was coming — her face was total shock.

Once the horses were released into the field, everything became even more dynamic.

The Barn

Before heading out into the field, we spent a little time around the barn. The texture and structure are so good, especially against a white winter sky — it’s bold, graphic, and totally different from everything else on the property.

Photographing With the Horses

Once the horses were out in the field, the shoot shifted completely. They were playful, curious, and very interested in the couple — especially once the red roses came out. The horses followed them around, which made the photos so much fun and brought a lot of smiles and laughter.

Couple walking in a field with roses and Clydesdale horses following

Extras That Worked

I picked up red roses and champagne ahead of time so nothing felt obvious during the proposal, and brought them out afterward. It kept everything flowing and gave us an easy way to finish strong without changing locations.

The Day

It was a cloudy day, but toward the end the sun broke through and lit up the upper portions of the mountains for a few shots. It was warm, quiet, and there was no one else around, which made it extra special — it honestly felt like we were in a movie, and the photos look straight out of a magazine.

Want to see the full gallery?
I shared the complete set of images from this proposal — all location-focused and shared with privacy in mind.

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Why This Location Works

Clydesdale Outpost is just cool. Sleigh rides, Clydesdales, the barn, open fields, and mountains all in one place — it doesn’t get much better to photograph than that.

Planning a proposal at the Clydesdale Outpost? I’d love to help you document it.

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Proposal at the Clydesdale Outpost Montana Proposal Photographer

Ever wonder what a proposal at the Clydesdale Outpost actually looks like? Wonder no more — let me walk you through a recent, unforgettable surprise proposal I was lucky enough to be a part of.

This was my first time photographing a proposal here (I’ve done couples sessions at the outpost before), and it ended up being one of those shoots where everything lines up.

How It Worked

Ever wonder what a proposal at the Clydesdale Outpost actually looks like? Wonder no more — let me walk you through a recent, unforgettable surprise proposal I was lucky enough to be a part of.

This was my first time photographing a proposal here (I’ve done couples sessions at the outpost before), and it ended up being one of those shoots where everything lines up.

The Proposal

The proposal happened right as they stepped off the sleigh, with the Clydesdales still right there. I was already in position as the outpost employee photographer, everything went smooth as vanilla ice cream, and the plan worked. She had no idea it was coming — her face was total shock.

Once the horses were released into the field, everything became even more dynamic.

The Barn

Before heading out into the field, we spent a little time around the barn. The texture and structure are so good, especially against a white winter sky — it’s bold, graphic, and totally different from everything else on the property.

Photographing With the Horses

Once the horses were out in the field, the shoot shifted completely. They were playful, curious, and very interested in the couple — especially once the red roses came out. The horses followed them around, which made the photos so much fun and brought a lot of smiles and laughter.

Extras That Worked

I picked up red roses and champagne ahead of time so nothing felt obvious during the proposal, and brought them out afterward. It kept everything flowing and gave us an easy way to finish strong without changing locations.

The Day

Want to see the full gallery?
I shared the complete set of images from this proposal — all location-focused and shared with privacy in mind.

Why This Location Works

Clydesdale Outpost is just cool. Sleigh rides, Clydesdales, the barn, open fields, and mountains all in one place — it doesn’t get much better to photograph than that.

Planning a proposal at the Clydesdale Outpost? I’d love to help you document it.