Brooke + Chase

A Romantic Proposal at cheekwood botanical gardens and mansion

On a very quiet, chilly December afternoon at Cheekwood Botanical Gardens and Mansion in Nashville, Tennessee, time seemed to slow in the most beautiful way. Just beyond the hum of the city, surrounded by winter-bare gardens and historic elegance, the world felt as though it paused, just for Brooke and Chase. Though Cheekwood is a public space, the moment they shared felt deeply private, intimate, and untouched, as cool air and soft light wrapped around them right before the holidays.

Brooke and Chase’s story began as friends in college, where their connection was built on familiarity, laughter, and trust. What started as an easy friendship gradually grew into something deeper as they realized the partnership they had been building all along was worth pursuing. That foundation made this proposal feel especially meaningful, rooted not just in romance, but in shared history, growth, and choosing one another again and again.

When Chase proposed, Brooke’s reaction was nothing short of pure joy. The emotions between them were unfiltered and authentic - quiet smiles, knowing looks, and the kind of laughter that comes from knowing your life has just changed in the best possible way. Witnessing their genuine excitement and tenderness in that moment was such an honor, and documenting it felt incredibly special. In the crisp December air, with the holidays just around the corner, their engagement felt like the perfect beginning to a new season. One full of intention, love, and promise.