These beach engagement photos in Half Moon Bay were the perfect way to celebrate Moe and Manny’s engagement and their upcoming wedding!

The Cliffside at Poplar Beach

The cliffside was the perfect backdrop to begin Moe and Manny’s engagement session. With the ocean stretching out below and the birds soaring above, the setting was as breathtaking as it was serene. The overcast sky added a soft, diffused light that made every moment feel intimate and natural. Standing on the cliff’s edge, with the gentle breeze tousling their hair, Moe and Manny shared laughter and excitement as they talked about their upcoming wedding and dreamed about their lives together. It was the ideal spot for them to ease into the session, and get comfortable in front of the camera while soaking in the beauty around them. The sky and the sea were muted due to the overcast day, which allowed Moe’s vibrant flower crown to add a pop of color against the muted tones.

As they gazed out over the water, it was clear that this moment marked the beginning of something beautiful—both in their engagement journey and in the life they are building together. The cliffside wasn’t just a setting; it was a symbol of the heights they will reach together, making this experience not only fun, but meaningful.

Poplar Beach

This is where the engagement session truly came to life! As we headed down to the beach, Moe and Manny’s energy and excitement was contagious. They laughed and played as they ran along the shoreline, sat close together in the sand, twirled in the breeze, and gave each other playful piggyback rides. Every prompt brought out more of their joy, and it was clear that they’re not just in love—they’re best friends who will keep having fun together for the rest of their lives, finding joy even in the simplest moments.

California Beach Engagement Photo Sessions

Are the best way to celebrate your love. Especially if hanging out on the beach is something you love to do! For Moe and Manny, the beach is somewhere they both enjoy, so it made perfect sense to hold their engagement photo session here! Enjoy some more photos from their session below!

About the Photographer

Rose Freedman is California engagement and wedding photography who’s style has be defined as “effortless beauty” she loves capturing moments that are often otherwise missed, and values timeless beauty. To learn more and book your California beach engagement photo session with Rose, click here.

As always, we leave no trace to protect the environment on photoshoots. For more info about how you can do the same, check them out here.

For my favorite places to take beach photos, check out this blog!