Frank and Connor were engaged during an epic double surprise proposal weekend at a winery in Napa, California last year. Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, they were not able to celebrate this special occasion with their friends and family. One of the most incredible things about documenting LGBTQ+ love is that we get to make up our own rules—and that’s exactly what Frank and Connor decided to do! To commemorate their engagement, Frank and Connor reenacted their double proposal and re-imagined their engagement celebration as an intimate dinner at La Venta Inn in Palos Verdes, California.

La Venta Inn is a one-of-a-kind venue on the northern coast of the Palos Verdes peninsula, with panoramic sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and the Los Angeles metropolitan all the way to Malibu. This historic property built in 1923, is filled with bespoke details, warm and inviting vignettes, and countless private locations for couples portraits. We couldn’t miss the opportunity for sunset portraits overlooking the sea.

This event was planned and designed by the amazing and colorful Holly Gray of Anything But Gray Events. She assembled an incredible team of talented creatives to execute her vision. Frank and Connor were outfitted with tuxedos fitted by Friar Tux and embellished with custom vintage accessories from Julie Harris Designs. The couple’s hair and makeup was provided by BreLuxe Beauty. Custom invitation suites were crafted by Roseville Designs. Catering was provided by the incomparable Made By Meg Catering, with delectable desserts from Nicole Bakes Cakes. Music and lighting was generously provided by VOX DJs. Floral arrangements by Flower Duet Floral Design beautifully complimented the wintry aesthetic. A heartfelt thank you to Bright Event Rentals, Papillon Rentals, and BBJ Linen for the decor that brought Holly’s holiday extravaganza to life. A full list of vendors, including website and Instagram links, is included after the photos along with a video of the full day captured by Leira Productions. We hope you enjoy the images from this beautiful LGBTQ+ proposal below.

Gay Double Proposal and Engagement Photos from Los Angeles Wedding Photographer at La Venta Inn in Palos Verdes and Winter Holiday Dinner Party Celebration

These same-sex double proposal engagement photos were taken at La Venta Inn, in Palos Verdes, California.

Photography: Todd Danforth Photography | @toddthephotographer
Planning and Design: Anything But Gray Events | @anythingbutgrayevents
Venue: La Venta Inn | @laventainn_pv
Catering & Bar: Made By Meg Catering | @madebymegcatering
Desserts: Nicole Bakes Cakes | @nicolebakescakes
Videography: Leira Productions | @leiraproductions
DJ & Lighting: VOX DJs | @voxdjs
Florals: Flower Duet Floral Design | @flowerduetla
Stationery: Roseville Designs | @rosevilledesigns
Rentals: Bright Event Rentals | @brighteventrentals
Tabletop Decor: Papillon Rentals | @papillonrentals
Linens: BBJ Linen | @bbjlinen
Hair & Makeup: BreLuxe Beauty | @breluxe
Menswear: Friar Tux | @friartux
Accessories: Julie Harris Designs | @julieharrisdesigns

Palm Springs wedding photographer Todd Danforth Photography is an LGBTQ+ and POC-owned wedding photography team specializing in capturing joyful and candid moments. As storytellers and craftspeople, we believe in the power of visual narratives. Our mission is to create honest and authentic photographs you can share with your loved ones for generations to come.