Location Inspiration

WEST BOTTOMS

The following images are all taken in the West Bottoms. The West Bottoms is one of my favorite spots to shoot. It has so much texture, color and a wide array of backdrops. It has more of an industrial feel but as you can see, green space can also be incorporated. The West Bottoms is just a few minutes west of downtown Kansas City.

Please keep in mind that this area is constantly changing and I’m always finding new nooks to shoot in. Not all of these areas may be available on any given day due to photography restrictions, events, or the owner of the building may paint a new color. http://www.westbottoms.com

Woman in blue dress poses elegantly in front of sunlit columns and architecture.

Lifestyle portraits against white wooden wall and brick background.

Fashion portraits in vibrant blue dress against rustic wooden backdrop.

Professional portraits in formal suit and tie against autumn brick backdrop.

A series of portrait photos on a metal staircase featuring a white summer dress and pink heels.

Fashion portrait with vintage yellow Porsche car in urban setting.

Relaxed portrait session against weathered white wooden door background.

Fashion portrait on city street featuring white sweater and pink ruffled skirt.

Urban portrait against industrial brick building with metal window frames.

Portrait session against red brick wall with brown dress and decorative planter in natural lighting.

Portrait session against rustic brick wall with purple flowers in foreground.

A person in a white turtleneck sweater and flared jeans poses in front of a vintage wooden door with circular glass panels.

Person wearing white turtleneck sweater and blue jeans poses against rustic wall with autumn foliage background.

Downtown

Urban street photography session with distressed jeans and casual style against city backdrop.

Portrait series against ornate dark wooden door wearing red and black casual outfits.

Professional headshots of someone in blue suit walking on urban sidewalk.

Urban photography location with modern architecture and concrete columns.

Fashion portraits in a white dress with pink boots against modern architecture with glass and railings.

Elegant poses in a royal blue dress on classic stone steps with decorative lamp posts.

Portrait session in emerald green dress against ornate bronze doors with detailed metalwork patterns.

Professional portraits in crisp blue suit and white shirt walking along urban pathway.

nelson atkins

Casual outdoor photo shoot with bright pink accents and relaxed poses on concrete steps.

Row of classical stone columns with ornate capitals against bright sky.

Outdoor portrait session on grass during golden hour in formal white dress.

Woman in black top and white pants poses elegantly between classical stone columns.

Summer portrait session in polka dot dress against green outdoor background.

Person in flowing white dress poses gracefully outdoors.

Fashion shoot with bright pink top and white pants against autumn foliage backdrop.

Full length portrait of person in white mini dress posing against stone building exterior.

secret plaza park

Romantic garden photography with flowing floral dress among lush summer greenery.

loose park

Loose Park is the largest and most iconic park in Kansas City. This sprawling park sits just south of the country club plaza in Kansas City and offers luscious landscapes throughout the park. Loose Park requires a city permit. The permit takes about a week to process and is $25/hour of shooting. I apply for the permit but the cost is the responsibility of the client. Although I love this park at all times of day, it is best to schedule a morning session or a weeknight because it is a very crowded park! Even at nonpeak times be prepared to wait for popular stops! http://kcparks.org/park/loose-park/

Autumn outdoor portrait session featuring a plaid scarf and casual style against brick wall backdrop.

Garden portraits in white sweater and pink ruffled skirt among roses.

Casual waterfront portrait session with person in white sweater and jeans.

A person in a burgundy floral dress stands on a wooden dock by a serene lake during autumn.

A woman in a burgundy floral dress poses on a wooden bridge during golden hour sunset.

crossroads art district

The crossroads are another ‘city’ type setting in a very artistic neighborhood. It boasts alleys, a gorgeous ivy wall and grafitti if you are looking for an urban look. This location is off limits the first Friday evening of each month due to an event. The crossroads is very popular so be prepared to wait for popular stops so if you love something make sure to let me know! http://crossroadskc.com