Besides marrying the love of your life, photography may be one of the most important planning details of your wedding day. Heck, it’s the only thing you have to look back on when it’s all said and done (again, besides your spouse!). When you choose your venue, you think about if there are good (and convenient) location options nearby that fit your personality and your aesthetics for your wedding day. But, if you are not a photographer, it can be hard to see it all through a photographer’s eye. When I think about Kansas City downtown photo locations, I have a hard time choosing my favorite spots because there are SO many to choose from.
Do you want an urban feel with great architecture, bricks, and great lines? Check. Do you want a modern or industrial look? Check. Or maybe you want pretty flowers or a green space? Yup, Kansas City has that too. I am always scouting and searching for new locations to take photographs: it’s part of the job that I love so much. It is so satisfying to find the perfect spot that jives with your personality, colors, and style. So now, I’m going to show you from some past weddings and engagement sessions that your downtown photo location idea search does not have to be too hard. Or too far from your venue. All of these locations are 13 minutes or less from central downtown KC. Are you ready for some of my favorite Kansas City downtown photo locations? Here we go…
Kansas City Downtown Photo Location Ideas:
Crossroads
All around the Kaufmann Center of Performing Arts and the Crossroads is a treasure trove of locations. Interweaved in those areas, you can find greenery, modern urban backdrops, quaint local shops, cityscapes, colorful murals, and some amazing texture and lines.
The Nelson
Westport
River Market
Midtown / 39th Street
Iconic Spaces
Like the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art, Union Station, Liberty Memorial, or Kaufmann are always great choices.
The Plaza
Your Venue!
Don’t forget about all your wedding venue has to offer for photography locations! Featured below is the Berg Event Space. Apart from the gorgeous main area, they have a cute patio, stairwell with amazing light, so many alleyway options. You can see more here.
And really, this is just the tip of the iceberg for amazing photography locations in Kansas City!
Do you need an engagement or wedding photographer? Give me a shout out!