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14 November, 2018

Engagement Session Locations in Los Angeles

Permit Info:

Should a location or venue require permits to photograph, it is the client’s responsibility to research this and obtain any necessary permits. The permit cost is the responsibility of the client. Any session scheduled outside of the LA county area does require an additional travel fee. This fee varies based on location. Please shoot me an email for exact details.

Travel Fees:

*Engagement Sessions held in the Los Angeles or Orange Counties Don’t Require A Travel Fee

LOS ANGELES / ORANGE COUNTY LOCATIONS:

Arboretum of Los Angeles: 301 North Baldwin Avenue, Arcadia

*Garden-like Atmosphere

https://www.arboretum.org/

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Chinatown – North Broadway, North of College Street

*Urban atmosphere.

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Kenneth Hagn Park – 4100 South La Cienega Boulevard (Los Angeles, CA 90056) in Baldwin Hills

*Beautiful park with a small river and a meadow-like environment. Great option!

https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=612

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Descanso Gardens -1418 Descanso Drive, La Canada Flintridge

*Garden-like Atmosphere.

https://www.descansogardens.org/

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Griffith Observatory – 2800 East Observatory Road, Los Angeles

*Dramatic Sights/Views Overlooking LA.

http://www.griffithobservatory.org/

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Griffith Park – 4730 Crystal Springs Drive

*Some Greenery + cute benches overlooking the city.

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Ballona Wetlands – Lincoln Blvd, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293

*Meadow-like environment

http://www.ballonafriends.org/

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Los Angeles Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens -1151 Oxford Road, San Marino

*Garden-like Atmosphere.

https://www.huntington.org/

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Japanese Garden – CSU Long Beach, 1250 Bellflower Boulevard, Long Beach

*Garden-like Atmosphere.

http://web.csulb.edu/~jgarden/

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Manhattan Beach

*Mix of beach, pier, and lifestyle photos. You two with the sea behind you, walking around the shops + sharing some ice cream, etc.

https://www.citymb.info/

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Pasadena City Hall – 100 North Garfield Avenue, Pasadena

*Photos including beautiful backgrounds and architecture. It’s very close to old town Pasadena, so both could be done in a two hour session. It’s also very close to the Pasadena Bridge.

https://ww5.cityofpasadena.net/main/

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Pasadena Old Town – 1 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena

*Lots of cute coffee shops, alleys, brick walls, white walls, etc. A mix of a small town, yet urban feel.

https://www.oldpasadena.org/

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Santa Monica Beach and Pier – 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica

*Fun, colorful photos of you two on the pier. There are carnival games and the beach is right there for some shots near the sea. However, this location is always super packed.

http://www.santamonicapier.org/

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Shoreline Village and Park – 429-P Shoreline Village Drive, Long Beach

*Colorful, east-coast vibes.

http://www.shorelinevillage.com/

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UCLA Botanical Garden:

*Secret garden-like atmosphere. Super cute!

https://www.botgard.ucla.edu/

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Union Station – 800 N Alameda St, Los Angeles

*Very urban. It is a bit dark inside, so while the photos won’t have a “light + airy” quality, this is a good option for dramatic shots.

https://www.unionstationla.com/

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Universal Studios – Universal City

*Lifestyle photos of you two having fun and exploring.

http://www.universalstudioshollywood.com/

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USC – Exposition Blvd and S Figueroa St, Los Angeles

*Beautiful architecture.

https://www.usc.edu/

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Venice Beach and Pier – 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice

*Quirky photos. A blend of lifestyle photos near the pier/streets and beach photos.

http://www.laparks.org/venice

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Venice Canals – Carroll Ct & Eastern Canal Ct, Venice

*Very close to Venice beach/pier. All three options can be done in a 2 hour session.

https://californiathroughmylens.com/venice-canals-near-venice-beach

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Walt Disney Concert Hall -111 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles

*Dramatic shots with fantastic backdrops/architecture.

https://www.laphil.com/about/our-venues/#walt-disney-concert-hall

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Abbot Kinney:

*A street filled with trendy shops. Think “lifestyle” photos. It’s very close to Venice beach, so this location can be combined with beach photos in a 2 hour session.

https://www.abbotkinneyblvd.com/

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The Last Bookstore – 453 S Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90013

*Great location for book lovers.

http://lastbookstorela.com/

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Arlington Garden, Pasadena

*SUPER cute location. Garden-like atmosphere. It’s also very close to Old Town Pasadena and the Colorado bridge. 2 out of the 3 locations can be done in a 2 hour session.

http://www.arlingtongardenpasadena.com/

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Palos Verdes – Malaga Cove Plaza, the cliffside view at Abalone Cove and Wayfarer Chapel, Rancho Palos Verdes

*A little bit of everything around here! Great architecture, backdrops, etc. A 2 hour session is recommended for more than 1 location.

https://www.rpvca.gov/search/

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The Arts District:

*Urban Feel with cute walls/backgrounds.

https://www.discoverlosangeles.com/blog/visual-walking-tour-arts-district-downtown-la

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Greystone Mansion:

*Fabulous architecture.

https://www.greystonemansion.org/

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El Matador State Beach in Malibu

*Beautiful beach photos and dramatic rocks/coves. Beautiful light.

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Point Dume in Malibu

*Dramatic coves/cliffs overlooking the sea. Incredibly beautiful.

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Malibu State Creek Park

*Beautiful Meadows.

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Noguchi Garden:

*This location is great. There is a little bit of everything here – a bit of a forest-like background, an area that feels like you’re in the desert, etc. Plus, it’s surrounded by white walls, which reflect beautiful, clean light.

https://www.yelp.com/biz/california-scenario-the-noguchi-museum-costa-mesa-2

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Crystal Cove Park:

*Beautiful beach photos with amazing rock formations.

http://www.crystalcovestatepark.org/

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Seal Beach:

*Beautiful beach.

http://www.sealbeachca.gov/

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Laguna Beach:

*Beach photos mixed with lifestyle photos in the surrounding areas.

https://www.visitlagunabeach.com/

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San Juan Capistrano Mission:

*Beautiful architecture. Very Romantic!

https://www.missionsjc.com/

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OTHER COUNTIES (these locations DO require an additional travel fee)

Glamis Dunes:

*Scenic photos filled with dramatic sand dune backdrops.

https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g28926-d143479-Reviews-Glamis_Dunes-California.html

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Big Bear Lake:

*Lake + forest-like atmosphere.

https://www.bigbear.com/

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Palm Springs:

*Lot’s of quirky backgrounds + desert backdrops.

https://www.visitpalmsprings.com/

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Joshua Tree National Park:

*Desert backdrops.

https://www.nps.gov/jotr/index.htm

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Yosemite National Park:

Ohhh! SO incredible! Think meadows, epic granite/rock formations, super dramatic backdrops, and beautiful light all in the middle of the forest.