Issaquah, WA

outdoors

Poo Poo Point Trailhead

This is one of the locations that many Seattle natives may not even know about. Located about 10 minutes east of Issaquah, Pu Pu Point is the jumping off location for paragliders. With its breathtaking view of Lake Sammamish and surrounding areas, makes for a great backdrop with the colorful paragliders as your subject matter.

Snoqualmie, WA

outdoors

Snoqualmie Falls

Snoqualmie Falls is one of the most popular attractions in Washington State next to Mt. Ranier and Seattle’s Pike Place Market. About 45 minutes from Seattle, this is the farthest location from Seattle on our list.

Seattle, WA

outdoors

Columbia Center

Though the Space Needle is the icon for Seattle, I think the Columbia Tower has a much better view on the observation deck, 73 stories up. At nearly 1,000 feet it offers the tallest public viewing area west of the Mississippi. The 360 degree panoramic view includes Mt. Baker, Bellevue, the Cascade Mountains, Mt. Rainier, Elliott Bay, the Olympic Mountains, the Space Needle and the city of Seattle.

Boston, MA

outdoors

Beacon Hill

For another great view of the city, that takes in the Seahawks and Mariners stadiums as well as the skyline, the view from Beacon Hill is outstanding.

Seattle, WA

outdoors

Gas Works Park

Gasworks park is one of those great locations that can keep you busy for hours while shooting. It’s a nice place to shoot your loved ones or an aspiring model with it’s multiple vantage points of the city as well as the park itself.

Seattle, WA

outdoors

Pioneer Square

Pioneer Square is what Seattle may have looked like 80-100 years ago. Many of the old buildings are still there and it is rich in textures and architecture. I would allow at least 1-2 hours to explore the area that includes art museums, restaurants, and Occidental Park. Locations to shoot from:

Seattle, WA

outdoors

Seattle Center

The Seattle Center is a location you can spend a great amount of time in. With the EMP, Space Needle and various fountains and architecture, you’ll have great fun exploring the center grounds.