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Engagement Photoshoot Locations in DC
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items Here are some of my favorite places to shoot in DC. So many great options in this historic city!
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Really cute townhouses and an overall old-timey feel
Old town Alexandria
Another lesser-known area but very cool for photos, Eastern Market and its surrounding area have a ton of neat little alleys and patterns to keep any couple or photographer occupied. Also, the cute houses near Barracks Row always make for fun classic...
Eastern Market
Meridian Hill Park, also known as Malcolm X Park is a northwest DC staple and a fantastic place to do engagement photos. From the lower courtyard where there are wonderful benches and architecture to the famous cascading waterfall, Meridian Hill Park...
Meridian Hill Park
The Lincoln Memorial is one of, if not the most, visited place in all of Washington DC. It’s size and the fact you can photograph it in any light makes it my top spot for engagement photos. Many of my favorite engagement photos I’ve shot have been at...
Lincoln Memorial
Now for this DC engagement location, you can only take engagement photos at the Cherry Blossoms for about a week or so, every year but they are so gorgeous to do so. Usually, the cherry blossoms hit peak bloom around the end of March or beginning of ...
Cherry Blossom
Others may disagree, but I love shooting engagement photos at the Capitol building. Obviously there’s the historical aspect and a lot of my couples work in Congress as staffers so this location means a lot to them. The best place I think is actually ...
United States Capitol
The National Gallery of Art, specifically The East Building is an incredible indoor location for DC engagement photos. There’s lots of patterns and colors, artwork, and my personal favorite: the multiverse: an escalator walkway that connects the West...
National Gallery of Art
I was hesitant to include the Madison because honestly, it’s my secret weapon for engagement sessions and wedding portraits. I love the lines, color, and simplicity of the Madison building’s entryway and outdoor lounge areas. In the summer, light fil...
Library of Congress
If gorgeous European architecture is your fancy, one hidden gem in Washington DC is the National Cathedral. Because it is a few miles from Capitol Hill, the National Cathedral is seldom crowded which means you can shoot wherever you’d like. Something...
Washington National Cathedral
One of the unsung heroes of the National Mall for photo locations, the DC War Memorial is secluded and a wonderful spot for something different that still mixes luscious greens and granite looks!
District of Columbia War Memorial
Now CityCenter is one of the more controversial locations. It’s technically private and thus you need to obtain a permit if you’d like to shoot there. With all of the seasonal art installations, CityCenter can be worth it especially for couples who l...
CityCenterDC
Union Station may not be the first one to come to mind when you think of DC engagement session but you’d be surprised. It’s a gorgeously designed building and in the mornings is essentially empty. Whenever I photograph DC couples here, I divide the s...
Union Station
Located near the Navy Yard metro, Yards Park has a ton of unique urban structures and park area, along with the Potomac River in the background which makes photos extra interesting. I like Yards Park because it’s close to good food (Bluejacket and Bo...
The Yards Park
Everyone loves Georgetown! Georgetown has a ton of unique options in all kinds of weather. From the urban couple who wants the street look to the couple who wants a natural Fall leaves look, Georgetown is a great spot. Personally, I love shooting und...
Georgetown Waterfront Park
The unsung hero of engagement sessions in DC, the Jefferson memorial. This unique memorial is hard to get to and parking is tough unless you show up early, but the diversity of looks you can get make it high on the list! Whether it’s in the memorial,...
Thomas Jefferson Memorial
The quintessential symbol of DC. The Eiffel Tower of the Capitol, the Washington Monument! If you want to signify your time in DC and make it obvious to your family back in Iowa, this is where you want to make it happen. The monument is difficult to ...
Washington Monument