Families often ask me where they should take their family portraits. I always encourage my clients to consider where they love spending time together. Whether that is your local park, or in your home, there are so many options! I’ve rounded up a few of my favorites though to get those creative juices flowing. I’ve included a list of locations by region and vibe!
xo, Meredith (Meredith McKee Photography + Founder of Om Mama Co.)
NORTH SEATTLE + EDMONDS
Discovery Park
Always a favorite + go-to! So much variety + great year-round.
Golden Gardens
(beautiful at both early morning hours + evening!)
Green Lake Park
The Arboretum
Especially great for fall colors + cherry blossoms!
Gas Works Park
Brackett’s Landing (Edmonds Waterfront)
Volunteer Park
Richmond Saltwater Beach Park
WEST/SOUTH SEATTLE
Lincoln Park
Seahurst Park
Alki Beach
(best in the mornings)
Seward Park
EASTSIDE
Juanita Bay + Beach
Heritage Park
Marymoor Park
Luther Burbank Park
BEACH
Golden Gardens, Carkeek (below), Richmond Beach Saltwater Park, Edmonds waterfront, Seahurst
Best to choose based on your location/preference!
URBAN + ICONIC SEATTLE
Pike Place Market, Olympic Sculpture Park, Great Wheel/Pier
Lake Union Park, Center for Wooden Boats
Pioneer Square
PNW / MOUNTAINS + ADVENTURE SESSIONS
North Bend + Snoqualmie Pass: Gold Creek Pond, Meadowbrook Farm, Rattlesnake Lake (+ Alpental Ski Area for snow!)
Snohomish: Great for fall pumpkin farms and late summer flowers
Ferry Rides (Mukilteo, Bainbridge)
A bit further out of town:
Suncadia, Cave B/the Gorge, Olympic Peninsula, Mount Rainier, North Cascades, Mount Baker, Deception Pass, along Highway 2 (Sultan, Gold Bar, Skykomish) – the sky’s the limit! I do charge additional mileage/travel fees for locations outside a 30mi radius of Seattle city center, but LOVE exploring new places with my families + going on adventures with you!!
COZY AT HOME
Always a favorite! I love getting to document families in the comfort of their own home!
Studio
Studio sessions are also an option! I don’t have a studio of my own, but I have a handful of studios on my list + photographer friends that I can rent space from! You’ll most typically see me using a studio space for Mommy & Me Minis + Holiday Tiny Session marathons!
I hope this helps give you some inspiration for planning your next session! Again, I am always happy to explore new places, especially ones that have special meaning to you!
