Family Photo Locations in the Portland Oregon Metro Area, II

CathedraL Park and The Pearl District

Cathedral Park / St. John’s Bridge

The St. John’s Bridge, spanning the Willamette river, is located in Cathedral park. The bridge itself is an iconic symbol of Portland. This is a lovely location with many fun backdrops for your family photos. It has amazing architectural backdrops under the bridge, a large grassy park with the bridge in the background, as well as river access. It is a great area to play, run, jump, and explore. 

The Pearl District

The Pearl District, in Northwest Portland is a great quiet urban area for lifestyle family photos. There are various colorful doors and building walls, as well as neutral backdrops that make great spots to take photos. I love to explore the area with families to see where the light is best, and to just enjoy the city. There are also lots of little cute spots to sit and relax together as a family. If you have a favorite ice cream or coffee shop, stopping by for a little treat at the end of the session is a great way to incorporate storytelling and your families favorite activities into your session.