Kyle Murphy Photography

Over the past weekend I got to spend some time with this pup.  He was the ranch dog for the retreat I attended over the weekend up in the Colorado mountains. He literally spent every second of the day outside the front door ready for someone to play fetch with him. Every time he would he fetch the ball he would come back drenched in muddy water ready to go again. 

Are you looking for ideas on how to propose to your girlfriend? Maybe your just looking to read a great story? Either way your going to get both!

Back in March my friend Keane successfully carried out a great proposal to his girlfriend, Amy! The photos below show all the work, help and heart that went into the day.

The short version of Keane’s proposal actually began weeks before when he started planning the proposal day. He called me a few weeks before asking if I would be up to stalking/photographing him proposing to Amy in the near future.

Fast forward 2 weeks and Keane had the entire proposal planned. Keane and all his roommates (Bryce, Sean, Stephen and Luke) would led Amy on a scavenger hunt through out College Station, Texas. The hunt took Amy to different locations that were meaningful to their relationship. Each location was accompanied with a roommate and a clue to lead her to the next location.

Several hours later the scavenger hunt took Amy to the Royal Pecan Farm near Caldwell, Texas. The pecan farm was where Keane & Amy went on their first date and would be even more memorable by the end of the day.

When Amy arrived at the farm Keane was waiting for her and for the next hour they ate a delicious dinner prepared and served by the roommates. After dinner they went on a walk through the pecan grove, while the roommates prepared the spot for the proposal.

When Keane & Amy returned from their walk, he led her straight down a path of candle lights, picking up the engagement ring box on their way. He read her a letter to seal the deal, then got down on one knee and proposed. Filled with emotion, she said YES!!

I am honored that Keane allowed me to be part of such a wonderful day!

Knowing Keane & Amy before the proposal, it was very clear that God was using them, individually, to bring His kingdom glory. Now I can’t even imagine how He will use them together!

Prepping for the day.

I literally stayed hidden the entire time until the proposal happened.

There are many other details that made the proposal great, but I wanted to keep the blog post short and sweet. The main take away is that the more heart, thought and work you put into a proposal, the more special and meaningful it will be to all of those who take part.

In other news, I am headed back down to Texas tomorrow to photograph the wedding of Vanessa & Jesse in San Antonio! I will be making stops in College Station and Austin as well, so if photographs are needed give me a call or email!

Have a great day!

Kyle

Good day,

A few weeks ago I updated my website to reflect that my photography is not only on a mission to capture authentic photos of people, but to support the fight to end human slavery and trafficking.  We live in a world where its difficult to tell whats good or evil. There are many things that are a mixture of both, but human slavery and trafficking are clearly evil. There are no political views constantly battling about if its right or wrong. Its wrong and needs to be stopped. Its also something that is located in the towns and cities we live in, not just in some far off country. We may even know the ones in slavery, but fear keeps them from saying anything.

How does KMP support the fight to end human slavery?

• Giving 10% from every portrait, engagement and wedding to ENDITMOVEMENT.COM. The group not only spreads the word about human slavery, but gives to organizations that are actively freeing people in America and abroad.
• Free photographic services to organizations that are fighting human slavery and trafficking. KMP also provides free services to other organizations trying to change the world for the better. Photos can help the brand of the organization and further their mission.
• A direct way KMP helps spread the word about human slavery is with the help with from every person and couple that chooses KMP as their photographer. This is done with a photograph of customers showing a sign of support of the End It Movement. Social media then shares the photo to friends and family to help spread the word.

I hope every one had a great spring break! My next post will show some photos from the 2013 South by Southwest Music Festival in Austin, Texas!

Have a great day!

Kyle