Another Photographer Sneakily Snaps a Couple’s Magic Moment — And This Time We Find Out Who the Couple Is
- Posted on August 7, 2012 at 7:13am by
Liz Klimas
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Last month, we brought you the intimate image captured by a roaming photographer in Washington, D.C., of an unidentified couple who seemed to have just gotten engaged. Although it was later revealed they were already engaged — only practicing their vows in the secluded Washington War Memorial and asking their identity not be revealed — it seems to have become a trend for photographers to snap engagements when they stumble upon them on these summer nights.
Patrick Lu is the latest of the them. According to Mashable, Lu was wandering around the capital building in Austin, Texas, when he saw the proposal from start to finish. He took photos and posted them on the Reddit in his effort to identify the couple.
Joel Bush proposes to Jen in Austin, Texas. Photographer Patrick Lu just happened to catch the action. (Photo: Patrick Lu via Mashable)
Joel Bush and his new fiance Jen captured after saying "yes." (Photo: Patrick Lu via Mashable)
The groom-to-be spotted the post via a friend:
“The thread found me through friends,” Bush tells Mashable. He’s active in the Austin tech meetup scene through a site called The Regulars. He’s also the co-founder of an on-demand ecommerce startup called Amplifier. “I’m not surprised it found me.”
Bush says the candid photo allowed the best of both worlds. “We experienced that magic on its own terms, with no thought about posing or anything. And, because the photographer did such an awesome job, we also have that precise moment and her beautiful reaction captured for safekeeping. It’s pretty priceless.”
Mashable reports that Lu will be providing Bush with the full resolution images. Bush expects his new fiance will frame them.
As Mashable puts it, this is yet another “tale of serendipity for the Internet age.”
(H/T: Business Insider)
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AReaganAirForceVet
Posted on August 8, 2012 at 1:54pmGREAT STORY!!! But remember, a wedding day is a theory. A 50th Wedding Anniversary is a FACT!
Report Post »Copo
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 6:08pmI generally consider the photography of events in my life by people I don’t know who happen to pass by weird, but this is one thing that I would want to be photographed. Its a great photo which will keep that memory fresh in their minds forever as they grow together as a couple.
Report Post »libsaredangerous
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 4:47pmI though these things only happened at Chick-Fil-A’s these days.
Report Post »bobdog19006
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 6:10pmBut…but…they aren’t even GAY!
Report Post »BuzzardSays
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 6:17pmChicken-Fillets are a fine place to feed the youngsters. But, it would not appropriate for that magical “Will You Marry Me” moment. A more romantical scene that makes a women feel loved and does not cause the husband to wince every time the anniversary comes around or the wife describes the event to here girlfriends. Be a prince, not a piker.
Propose in style and grace.
Report Post »hudent
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 3:43pmAH Rubbish!!!
Report Post »DesdemonasCrew
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 3:22pmDespite all of the negatives that come to mind, many already voiced……………………………………………….
Report Post »I think it is kinda romantic. I would love to have pics of that special moment in such a cool setting, so many years ago.
concealled9mms
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 3:21pmwow such important news
Report Post »Bruce P.
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 2:00pmGreat to see the cynics out in force.
Report Post »Spidertroll
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 1:49pmwait to ruin a romantic moment with your Diana Death Action. voyeurs and perverts.
Report Post »watashbuddyfriend
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 1:27pmThis was a planned thing to get exposure/attention!
Report Post »CoGod
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 1:18pmCome on blaze. A bit boring and they are two different sexes. Does this mean your don’t support homosexuals? Or that it is a slow news day and this made the cut?
Report Post »LeadNotFollow
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 12:07pm…
Report Post »Nothing magical or special about these photos.
Sara123
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 12:40pmThose pictures are romantic and sweet. I’m glad they tracked down the couple because that special moment is now remembered through the photos. They will need to remember that love through the rocky seasons that challenge love and commitment in every marriage.
Report Post »Bruce P.
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 1:58pmThat photograph is beautiful, catching a wonderful moment in the lives of this young couple. Through it, we get to witness a great step in their lives.
It is unfortunate you are too cynical to appreciate it.
Report Post »Copo
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 6:09pmThese are amazing photos, you’re insane
Report Post »thegreatcarnac
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 10:20amAwww! I thought you meant their reeeeaaall magic moment.
Report Post »Ballot_Box_Revolution
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 1:58pmlol
Report Post »VanishingFreedom
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 9:41amI am sure, I am not alone in not wanting my life posted on the internet.
Report Post »This is B.S.
You want to post pictures of yourself, go ahead.
There is no such thing as privacy any more…
QuincySmith
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 10:14amThere never was on a public street.
Report Post »FREEDOMoverFEAR
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 2:33pmSame here if this guy took my photo is act like I wanted to meet up and purchase the photos and instead stomp his teeth into the back of his throat….then again I‘m not exactly civil so maybe I’m wrong but stay out of my business
Report Post »brassia1
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 2:44pmYou are absolutely correct. I am amazed how people are ready to divlge all the info about themselves….posting all the family and vacation pictures. Tere wre quite many instances when all that info came back to bite them into their behind….
Report Post »SamIamTwo
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 9:38amYeah and repeating and posting the pics on websites is no better than those taking the photos. JIMHO.
Go ahead now spread it around via the net.
Report Post »Beachbaby
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 8:30amThis is so boring these photos. Future bride thinks of love (sigh) but he is thinking of laundry, cooking and maid service. She should never equate sex with love. All women make that mistake.
Report Post »Duchylivin
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 8:45amTable ready for “Bitter.” Party of one.
Report Post »georow
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 8:52amNot!
Report Post »SamIamTwo
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 9:35amI never did like the use of the word, “ALL”…you apply a broad paintbrush to own bias and mindset. It is you who has a problem. It is you who typed out the words that are on your heart and mind.
Report Post »Melika
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 10:09am@ Duchylivin: lol
Report Post »Bruce P.
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 1:59pmBEACHBABY — are you a mind-reader? How do you know she is equating sex with love?
Report Post »Mil-Dot
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 3:10pmRight on Duch, funny. “ Hell hath no fury like a women scorned” lol
Report Post »Armyduderetired
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 8:05amAdd your comments
Report Post »Armyduderetired
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 8:04amJanet’s got the Drone copies. You can petition her for them if you want the airel view. Good luck with that. NDAA and West second that….
Report Post »kickagrandma
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 7:23amWhy don’t photographers “sneakily snap” photos of the bad guys meeting at the wh and other locales and publish them? Hmmmm? Your real time photos might just save this country!
Report Post »b00x
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 8:09amAmen to that!
Report Post »loveoursoldiers
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 12:15pmgreat idea. It is curious that there are NO photos of the Muslim brotherhood who met in the WH.. Was it a secret? gee.. why?
Report Post »Want our country back
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 7:22amIt seems a little creepy, these photographers just happen to be in an empty park taking pictures of an unsuspecting couple sharing their not so private moment. Give me break.
Report Post »LizinWA
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 2:04pmIt happens… I’m a photographer, and sometimes, we do wander into picturesque parks in the dead of night to capture long exposures or star trails. A specific location can look completely different during the night, and the color shades, shapes, and silhouettes create beautiful images.
If I happened to see a proposal, I would photograph it and try to find the couple. Moreover, if I was being proposed to, and a random photographer happened to be nearby, I hope they would decide to capture the moment, then try to track me down.
Report Post »Want our country back
Posted on August 7, 2012 at 4:24pmLIZ, I love photographers and wish I was a good one. I’m an amateur wannbe but sure love the art of it. I hope you’re a successful one even though “YOU DIDN’T DO THAT ON YOUR OWN”…lol
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