One of the best parts of weddings is taking photos. Along with choosing the right outfits, accessories, and shoes, add scenery to the list. When considering where to take your Minneapolis wedding photos, first think about you as a couple. What fits your style, wedding theme, etc? This will help narrow down the following list of scenery to consider adding to your vision.
Wedding Scenery For The Modern Couple
The modern couple is the one that wants to spin on the usual wedding party photos and engagement photos. The idea of photos in a field of flowers isn’t quite theirs. That’s why we recommend these city chic areas for inspiration.
Minneapolis Skyline
If you love this city, one of the easiest ways to show that love is by showing the Minneapolis skyline! Again, this is a great photo op for a modern couple. You can definitely make it more romantic with what you wear.
Brick
When you think of brick, you may be scared by the idea. Brick doesn’t exactly scream romantic. But there are ways to make it work for wedding photos. If your venue has an overall industrial aspect to it, brick may just be the wedding photos to look for to tie into the theme.
Streets of Downtown
An increasingly popular setting for engagement photos has been in the wonderful streets of downtown. It works really well for the modern couple who wants city chic photos. A perk of having your photos taken downtown allows for varying backgrounds. Alleyways, industrial areas, and a barren town make for a trendy backdrop that may be filled with memories of you traveling through the area many times before.
Wedding Scenery For The Timeless Couple
Timeless couples will usually stick to the classics. The classic scenery for any wedding or engagement photo session is mother nature. Their photos will be able to stand the test of time. That’s why these nature-inspired scenery ideas will work best. Nature never ages and will always be relatable.
Mother Nature
The bright greenery that nature offers is unmatched. Also, depending on the season, photos in any landscape will help tie in that time of year. Spring, you’ll get different and stunning shades of florals in your shots. In fall, you get to capture the fiery oranges and reds of leaves. Use it all to your advantage!
Lakeside
There’s something calming about lakeside photos. You’ll have room for lots of different scenery here. Some by the boardwalk, some by the shore, and even in the fields of trees or grass that come along with lakes. They even make for great golden hour photos as the sun starts dipping over the lake’s horizon. Here are some local Minneapolis lakes we love:
- Lake Harriet – 4135 W Lake Harriet Parkway, Minneapolis, MN
- Lake Calhoun – E Bde Maka Ska Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN
- Lake of the Isles – 2500 Lake of the Isles Parkway E Minneapolis, MN
Open Sky
Last but not least, open skies. Clear blue skies, dramatic clouds, or a sunset give a grand, dreamy backdrop. This one may require keeping an eye on the weather ahead of time, but it’s completely worth it once the photos come out.
Complete Weddings + Events | Minneapolis
Whether you’re a modern couple or a timeless couple, we’d love to help make your day complete! Complete Weddings + Events is Minneapolis’s leading provider of event and wedding photography, videography, day-of coordination, lighting, DJ services, & photo booth rental.