There are always the formal photographs you make at the venue, but once those are done, you can go and make a lot of creative and interesting ones as well, at some of the best places in DC. DC is full of beautiful, iconic places and backgrounds where you can make some of the most stunning and epic wedding photographs. Just keep in mind that many places require permits if you wish to do your photo shoot there. There are numerous monuments, landmarks, parks, landscapes, and historic neighborhoods to choose from. Whether it’s summer or winter, you can always find a stunning place to make your creative photographs.
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The monuments
The monuments of DC are always a good choice for photo shoots. They’re iconic and always look stunning. There is no photographer from DC that hasn’t done any photo shoots around some of the most famous monuments such as Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Reflecting pool, US Capitol, Washington Monument, etc. Washington DC wedding photographers are truly numerous so you shouldn’t have a problem with finding the perfect one. The only problem with these spots is that they’re always packed with tourists. To do a professional photo shoot, you’ll need a permit. National Park Service is responsible for maintaining the monuments and you have to ask them for the permit.
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Washington DC’s Cherry Blossoms
It is one of the most romantic and stunning places for a wedding photo session. The annual blooming of Washington DC’s cherry blossoms looks beautiful and simply calls you to photograph it. You only have a window of around a week when the flowers are in bloom, so make sure to time your photo session so that you get to capture that stunning moment.
The District Wharf
This is an urban environment that can offer stunning backgrounds. You can choose between colorful shops, restaurants, street lights, piers or even take photos on giant swings. The options are numerous, and the only limit is yours and your photographer’s creativity. You can even rent a kayak or a paddleboard for a more adventurous and bizarre photo session.
Georgetown Waterfront
Georgetown is beautiful during any time of the year. It is a perfect spot for everyone looking to do a natural, autumn photo session underneath the yellow and orange leaves. It’s romantic and will make your photos look like illustrations from a fairytale.
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National Gallery of Art
The good thing is that they don’t require permits for a professional photo shoot, but they do forbid you from using flash. Also, they can often throw events that can interfere with your photo session, so make sure that there are no events at the time you want to go. The beautiful open atrium, the artwork, and the giant staircase offer numerous possibilities for making stunning photos!
East Wing of the National Gallery of Art
The modern and contemporary look of the stairs will draw the attention of any photographer who loves experimenting with geometry and angles. It can be a beautiful place for color or black and white photography.
