About Photographer Sabina Cowdery

 

In the last three years I’ve captured surprise Mont-St-Michel Proposals for over 50 couples and it’s still as exciting every time. It’s such a privilege!

 

On a professional level I love helping romantic souls prepare their dream proposal and then capture images that they can treasure for a lifetime. I also love what I do on a personal level. I’m lucky to be witness one of the life changing and unforgettable moments in a couple’s life. It’s often emotional for them, and for me too. I feel the nervous anticipation for the person proposing and then the excitement and surprise of the receiving the proposal

 

I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the rich experience of meeting lovely couples from all over the world. Many from the USA but also from Japan, Ecuador, Hong Kong, Canada and Brazil, to name just a few.

Sabina Cowdery - Mont-St-Michel - Proposal and Engagement Photographer

How did you begin capturing Proposals at the Mont St Michel ?

 

I’d been a family and wedding photographer for years. At the same time my passion for photography would bring me to the Mont St Michel, simply for the pleasure of capturing it’s beauty, gorgeous sunsets and the water in long exposures.

 

Once or twice a year I began to receive requests to capture Mont St Michel Proposals. I began to realise how tricky it is for someone to try and organise a surprise proposal at a place they’ve never visited from the other side of the world and how to find a photographer that speaks English.

 

I decided that I’m ideally placed to help with all those requirements. My love of photography, my instinct to help people, my knowledge of the island and of course the fact that I’m British, so I’m a native English speaker meant that Mont-St-Michel Surprise Proposals was destined for me.

You’re British and you live in France ?

 

Yes, I lived in the South of England and I studied Graphic Design and Photography at University (a lonnnng time ago 😉😂 ). In 2004 I moved here with my family and in 2008 I started my business.

 

In 2024 I was proud to receive French Nationality. Apart from international clients for Mont-St-Michel proposals and event photography, the rest of my clients are French couples, businesses, Tourist Offices and other institutions so I’m fully bilingual.

 

2024 was a busy year for me as I also trained and qualified as a Drone pilot and can now offer a fully range of drone services to a wide range of clients…although sadly not for clients at the Mont St Michel as it has a wide ‘No-Fly’ zone around it due to it being not only a UNESCO World Heritage site but also surrounded by a nature reserve.

Here’s all the information you need for your Perfect Proposal at the world famous Mont-St-Michel.

 

So how do I help you plan your beautiful and unforgettable Mont-St-Michel Proposal ? Have a look at my ‘Proposal Planning’ page;

I explain about :

  • The choice of Proposal spots
  • The best time of day
  • The Tides
  • The Normandy Weather

 

Have a look at my FAQs page which may answer many of the questions you might have.

 

To find a photo-shoot that suits your budget and fits well with your ideas for your perfect proposal discover my ‘Packages and Prices’

 

Let me show you my Google reviews so you can see what other clients have said about thier photo-shoots and the services I provide.

 

And finally, Check out my ‘Travel Tips’ page, to help you understand and plan your visit to the Mont-St-Michel.

 

Sabina Cowdery - Mont-St-Michel - Proposal and Engagement Photographer
Sabina Cowdery - Mont-St-Michel - Proposal and Engagement Photographer