Looking for a beautiful and romantic backdrop for your engagement session? I got you!
Want a more urban or historical look? I got you too!
Discover the top 10 engagement locations around here and why you should definitely consider them as the backdrop for your engagement photoshoot.
THE BEACH
We are blessed with many beautiful beaches in both Jacksonville and St Augustine! Just choose one, decide if you want a pier, and set that alarm for a beautiful sunrise session. Not a morning person? Don’t worry, we can make it happen at sunset as well! Any beach in the Jacksonville or St Augustine areas would be great for your engagement session.
https://www.visitjacksonville.com/things-to-do/beaches-water/
DOWNTOWN JACKSONVILLE
Nestled between skyscrapers and the St. Johns River, Downtown Jacksonville’s North and South banks have an urban vibe with a cool atmosphere. Right here, in the heart of Jacksonville, we can find some amazing photography backdrops! If you like the urban vibe, we can have everything from graffiti to bridges and skyscrapers in your engagement photos! Graced by the beautiful St. Johns River, and minutes away from white sand beaches, Downtown Jacksonville is truly unique.
https://www.visitjacksonville.com/neighborhoods/downtown/
ST AUGUSTINE HISTORICAL DISTRICT
Feeling more nostalgic and historical? We can definitely find some amazing locations around downtown St Augustine. With a backdrop full of history, you can’t go wrong! The Historic Downtown is the oldest part of the city with many buildings dating back to the 1700s making the streets full of charm for your engagement session.
https://www.visitstaugustine.com/regions/historic-downtown
WASHINGTON OAKS STATE PARK
This beautiful garden offers the best of both worlds: a little bit of greenery, a little bit of beach! For those of you that can’t make up your minds, this may be a perfect fit! The colors of the garden and the variety of picture-perfect spots are breathtaking!
http://www.washingtonoaks.org/
CAMP MILTON HISTORIC PRESERVE
Another amazing historical site with lots of photo options! from the beautiful tall grass that can be found in certain parts of the year to stairs, boardwalks, and lots of greenery, this location is a hidden jam!
https://floridahikes.com/camp-milton
ALPINE GROVES PARK
This site was an orange grove homestead during the booming 19th-century citrus industry. There are three historic structures, including the Bennett House, a citrus sorting shed, and the horse stables, all of which are the last remaining physical structures in this area from the 1800s.
http://www.co.st-johns.fl.us/recreation/Parks/AlpineGroves.aspx
BIG TALBOT ISLAND (Driftwood/Boneyard Beach)
Located on one of Northeast Florida’s unique sea islands, Big Talbot Island State Park is primarily a natural preserve, providing a premier location for a romantic and enchanting backdrop for your engagement session. This beauty has a lot of names but one thing that is unmistakable is how magical it looks for your romantic engagement session!
https://www.floridastateparks.org/learn/boneyard-beach
RIVERSIDE/AVONDALE
Stroll through the charming tree-lined streets of historic Riverside & Avondale. Listed in the National Registry of Historic Places, Riverside is one of Jacksonville’s oldest and coolest neighborhoods. Voted as one of the country’s top 10 Great Neighborhoods, Riverside & Avondale have a unique mix of history, culture, charm, and modern design. All of this makes for a very trendy and fun backdrop for your engagement session!
https://www.visitjacksonville.com/neighborhoods/riverside-avondale/
WALTER JONES HISTORICAL PARK
In addition to the museum buildings and historical structures, the park also includes a nature trail along a riverfront boardwalk. The mix of greenery, old barn feeling and the river are just great for a fun engagement session with lots of variation!
https://www.mandarinmuseum.net/visit/walter-jones-historical-park</a>
FORT CLINCH STATE PARK
History meets nature at Fort Clinch State Park. Whether you’re a history buff, nature lover or a bit of both, enjoy exploring the unique natural and historic resources of this pristine park. The historic fort is only one aspect of this diverse 1,400-acre park. Maritime hammocks with massive arching live oaks provide a striking backdrop for your engagement session.
https://www.floridastateparks.org/fortclinch
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