Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the majestic Coastal Mountains, Vancouver is a city like no other. The city seamlessly integrates with its surrounding natural beauty, making it a prime destination for outdoor photography for portrait shoots, maternity images, branding sessions, and fashion photography.
It is important to recognize that Vancouver sits on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh peoples. For more information about other locations I’ve scouted, explore my collection of the top spots for portrait photography in British Columbia.
Pacific Spirit Regional Park: a serene forest setting
Pacific Spirit Regional Park offers a tranquil escape from the urban environment, with its cedars, Douglas firs, and trails creating an ideal backdrop for natural outdoor portraiture.
I selected Pacific Spirit for its ability to provide a secluded yet accessible environment that allows for diverse compositions, from close-up portraits to wide-angle shots capturing the depth of the landscape.
Stanley Park: iconic versatility in downtown
Stanley Park is one of Vancouver’s most recognized landmarks, offering a variety of settings for diverse photography styles. The Seawall provides dramatic views of the ocean, city skyline, and North Shore mountains, which are perfect for capturing expansive panorama shots.
I chose Stanley Park for its remarkable versatility. This location offers ample opportunity to experiment with both natural and urban elements within a single session.
Queen Elizabeth Park: a refined garden experience
Queen Elizabeth Park, located atop Little Mountain, features beautifully gardens, including the Quarry Garden and Bloedel Conservatory, which offer elegant settings for refined photoshoot. The Quarry Garden create an elegant atmosphere, while the conservatory provides tropical greenery and exotic flowers.
I selected Queen Elizabeth Park for those seeking an elegant and versatile environment, with opportunities to shoot both indoors and outdoors, regardless of the weather.
Discover more portraits locations
While Vancouver offers many photography spots, there are other areas that also provide unique settings for your photoshoot.
Prepare for your portrait session
- Outdoor Portrait Packages: Choose the ideal option for your needs, whether it’s a romantic couple session, solo portraits, family and maternity shoot.
How to pose in front of the camera: I’ll walk you through simple yet effective techniques for posing, for solo and couples portraits.
- Preparation before your shot: includes guidance on outfit selection, makeup, and hairstyling.