As you plan your engagement session, the biggest decision is where we’ll shoot your photos. The backdrop for your photos can make a huge difference! Of course, we always suggest picking somewhere that’s special to you. Places that hold meaning will add so much emotional value to your photos.
If you’ve tried to think of somewhere and nothing comes to mind, that’s okay, too. We’re always here for recommendations! Over the years, we’ve shot all over Birmingham. That means we’ve seen it all and have some favorite locations to share!
So, here are our favorite spots, not necessarily the most popular in Birmingham. We’ll also tell you why we love them so much from a photography perspective.
-Our Favorite Park
Nothing beats the quiet tranquility of the fields in Birmingham. Our favorite part had water, gorgeous mature trees, and winding paths that make for beautiful natural photos.
-The Federal Courthouse
Again, we’re fools for a beautiful light and airy backdrop. This gorgeous marble building looks so classy and brings in some fun Washington D.C. vibes that we just love. This look will never go out of style!
-The Birmingham Overlook
Who doesn’t love a beautiful view of Birmingham? This lovely road sits higher than Vulcan and is less crowded. It is a gated road, so it’s a spot that requires a short walk to access. We would like to say that it’s best as your last location, since it’s a very sunny and bright spot. 
-Highland Park
This is just such a unique little spot in the city! It makes you feel like you’re not in Birmingham anymore, even though you’re right in the heart of downtown. We love how classy and timeless it feels. This location is best in the Summer since it’s at its peak green then. 
-All White Marble Church
DREAMY. That’s the one word we have for this jaw-dropping location! It’s all marble and makes for the most classic, clean photos. If you’re looking for a timeless backdrop for your engagement photos, this is it. As photographers, we love it because it adds so much brightness to your photos & makes everything looks more colorful!
No matter what time of year or what the weather is like, this is a favorite! It’s full of natural beauty and so many unique locations in one place. It also doesn’t hurt that it’s full of flowers & stunning plants! This is our favorite “romantic” location for obvious reasons. It’s even got a greenhouse that makes for beautiful rainy-day photos.
This is inside the greenhouse while it was pouring outside!!
-The Classic White Wall
Can we be honest? This is our favorite of all the locations we’re sharing with you now! If you’re looking for clean, fresh images, you’ve found them. Literally the most perfect of all “light, bright & airy” locations!! It may seem simple, but sometimes that’s best. This spot is especially perfect for save-the-date photos or ones for your wedding website. You can easily add text without distraction! This location and these photos will never go out of style!
The best part about all these locations is that they’re all centrally located in Birmingham. That’s right, they’re all within 10 minutes of each other and are perfect for ensuring we have enough time to change and take tons of photos! All you have to do now is pick one of these dreamy spots!
Blessings,
Katie & Alec
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