Pike Place Engagement : Alexis + Derek

When Alexis and Derek said they wanted to shoot their engagement photos at Pike Place, I’ll admit I was a bit unsure. I always lean toward mountains and trees, a beautiful natural backdrop to celebrate love. I worried there would be too many masked people in the background, too much construction, not enough natural beauty. But my worries were completely unfounded because it happens to be the most beautiful place for photos.

We’ve been staying out of the city since the start of the pandemic, so I haven’t visited Pike Place for a while. But when I first moved to Seattle, I could take a long walk from my apartment and reach the florists and vegetable stands on foot. It’s a classic landmark for tourists, but a living, breathing market for locals. The neon lights provided a romantic glow for intimate portraits, and the sunlight flooded into every nook and cranny, giving me all the inspiration I needed.

Enjoy this Pike Place engagement shoot in Seattle, and keep an eye out for Alexis + Derek’s Union Wedding next summer!