{"id":76517,"date":"2022-06-14T10:30:32","date_gmt":"2022-06-14T17:30:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=76517"},"modified":"2024-01-29T09:33:50","modified_gmt":"2024-01-29T17:33:50","slug":"places-to-take-pictures-in-los-angeles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/places-to-take-pictures-in-los-angeles\/","title":{"rendered":"Moving to the City of Angels? Check Out These Picture-Worthy Places in Los Angeles"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe City of Angels,\u201d <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/11203\/CA\/Los-Angeles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Los Angeles<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a photographers playground filled with many iconic sites, beautiful scenery, and amazing sunsets. Sprawling over 500 square miles, there is no shortage of photography spots to check out while in the city. Whether you are a local <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/20771\/CA\/West-Hollywood\/apartments-for-rent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">renting an apartment in West Hollywood<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a tourist just visiting for the week, or you\u2019re simply interested in learning more about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/living-in\/CA\/Los-Angeles\/6\/11203\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">what it\u2019s like to live in Los Angeles<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> because you\u2019re thinking about moving here, this article is for you. We reached out to local photographers to give us their best photography spots that you need to check out. From the Santa Monica Pier to Griffith Observatory, read on to see what they had to say.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-76523\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-19-1.jpg\" alt=\"Downtown Los Angeles\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-19-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-19-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-19-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-19-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-19-1-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-19-1-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-19-1-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">El Matador State Beach<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">El Matador is one of three beaches, located within <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=633\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Robert H. Meyer Memorial State Beach<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. There are beautiful views overlooking the Pacific Ocean, large sea stacks, looming sea caves, and stunning sunsets which makes this a popular destination for professional photographers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cNo doubt I won\u2019t be the first photographer to swoon over El Matador Beach,\u201d states <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jherounportrait.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">J Heroun Portrait Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cSituated north of Malibu on the glorious SoCal coast, its arches and rock formations etched over thousands of years by the roaring Pacific, inspire and arouse, sending the senses soaring, always resulting in magical images.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A popular time to visit the beach is during low tide \u2013 the perfect time to capture tide pools and sea caves. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.katehaus.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">KateHaus Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> shares, \u201cI have always loved shooting at El Matador State Beach in Malibu at low tide. It&#8217;s one of the most unique beach locations in LA, littered with large rocks and towering ocean-carved caves that provide plenty of variety in beautiful backdrops, as well as some stunning sunset views to get your creative juices flowing.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.slpictures.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stephen Lewis Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recommends arriving about an hour before sunset. It\u2019s a great opportunity \u201cto explore the beach and take advantage of that dreamy golden-hour sunlight.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overall, \u201cEl Matador Beach in Malibu is my favorite Los Angeles location for family, maternity, or couple photoshoots,\u201d says <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/olesyaphotography.com\/malibufamilyphotographer-top-los-angeles-beach-spot-el-matador-beach-malibu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Olesya Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cThe distinct rock cliffs along the coast and the beautiful rocks in the water create a dynamic space to play with the light and play up the romance in this breathtaking place.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pasadena City Hall<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Built in 1927, Pasadena City Hall is a beautiful Beaux-Arts, Spanish Colonial Revival style building designed by John Bakewell and Arthur Brown. The main feature is a massive circular structure in the center that rises six stories high. If you\u2019re moving to the area, it\u2019s a sight worth exploring.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cOne of my favorite locations for engagement sessions with couples looking for old-world glamor and European-style architecture is Pasadena City Hall. It&#8217;s a historic building with photogenic hallways, staircases, and courtyards. It&#8217;s also near Old Pasadena, a photogenic and eclectic neighborhood that&#8217;s fun to explore with clients,\u201d boasts <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pamelatatz.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pamela Tatz Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/kiernanmichellephotography.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kiernan Michelle Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> adds, \u201cThis is one of my favorite spots because it has such a grand look to it. Built in a Spanish baroque style, with grand staircases, a gigantic fountain, bridge, and multiple towers, it doesn\u2019t even feel like you\u2019re in LA.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Redondo Beach Riviera<\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re planning a visit to the City of Angels and are searching for Instagram-worthy spots, look no further than the charming Redondo Beach Riviera downtown area. Nestled along the stunning coastline of Los Angeles, this picturesque district is a hidden gem that beckons with its captivating blend of seaside beauty and vibrant city life.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We believe that the Redondo Beach Riviera downtown area offers the perfect backdrop for those seeking to capture the essence of LA on their social media feeds,&#8221; shares local cotton candy business <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelosangelescottoncandycart.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">The Los Angeles Cotton Candy Cart<\/a>. &#8220;Whether you&#8217;re strolling along the palm-lined streets, indulging in delectable treats, or simply taking in the breathtaking ocean views, this locale promises an array of visually captivating moments that will leave your followers in awe.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-91629\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/hester-qiang-HZkGsjauVzs-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"Redondo Beach\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/hester-qiang-HZkGsjauVzs-unsplash.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/hester-qiang-HZkGsjauVzs-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/hester-qiang-HZkGsjauVzs-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/hester-qiang-HZkGsjauVzs-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/hester-qiang-HZkGsjauVzs-unsplash-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/hester-qiang-HZkGsjauVzs-unsplash-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/hester-qiang-HZkGsjauVzs-unsplash-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glasslands Trail at Malibu Creek State Park<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Grasslands Trail is a popular 6.2-mile out and back hiking trail that features rolling hills, large rocks, and panoramic views. It is also home to the M*A*S*H* outdoor filming set.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cMy absolute favorite photography spot in Los Angeles is the Grasslands Trail at Malibu Creek State Park,\u201d shares <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legacyunion.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legacy Union<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cBesides the beautiful rolling grass hills, the view features the rugged Santa Monica Mountains and magnificent trees with wildflowers growing beneath their shade, it is the perfect trail to capture a sunset view of a stunning California landscape.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Griffith Observatory<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/griffithobservatory.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Griffith Observatory<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provides sweeping views of the Los Angeles Basin with Hollywood to the south, the Pacific Ocean to the southwest, and Downtown Los Angeles to the southeast. Construction on the building started on June 20, 1933, and it officially opened on May 14, 1935.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cMy favorite photography spot is Griffith Observatory,\u201d boasts <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/stanleywuphotography.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stanley Wu Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cit has sweeping panoramic views of the city with gorgeous sunsets. If you hike up the hill, you\u2019ll also get an amazing view of the observatory itself.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rafael Larin, Photographer &amp; Studio Owner of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/thelightcommittee.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Light Committee<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> shares, \u201cGriffith Observatory is a favorite spot because the vibe of the crowd there is cheerful. You can\u2019t help but be in a good mood there and the great views of Los Angeles from above are a must-see for locals and tourists alike.\u201d <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gloriamesa.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gloria Mesa Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> adds, \u201cIt is the perfect location for couples who love the city and want to experience nature at its closest to a massive white building that takes your breath away.\u201d With an estimated 1.6 million people visiting the observatory this year, many people come to enjoy the breathtaking views Griffith Observatory has to offer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the observatory boasts breathtaking views at any hour of the day, the best time to go is at sunrise remarks, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/magnoliawestphotography.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Magnolia West Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cNot only is the architecture of the observatory stunning, but you&#8217;ll also have great views of the Hollywood sign and the sunrise over the iconic Los Angeles skyline. The observatory is currently closed Monday-Thursday and very few people are out and about in LA at sunrise, so if you go during the week, you&#8217;ll likely have the grounds to yourself.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-76520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-1.jpg\" alt=\"Griffith Observatory \" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-1-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-1-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-1-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Downtown LA<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/neighborhood\/290722\/CA\/Los-Angeles\/Downtown-Los-Angeles\/apartments-for-rent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">Downtown LA<\/a> is the city center of Los Angeles. There are many attractions you can check out including the Broad Museum, Walt Disney Concert Hall, Olvera Street, Grand Central Market, and Angels Flight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cMy favorite place to take pictures in Los Angeles is the downtown area. You have an incredible amount of diversity in a few square miles. It is such an incredible mix of modern, like the Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Broad Museum, and classics like the Bradbury and the Pope of Broadway mural. There is no other place in LA that has the density of iconic locations,\u201d says <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bob-kent-photography.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bob Kent Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mulholland Drive<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Named after Los Angeles civil engineer William Mulholland, Mulholland Drive is a long, winding road that connects the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/neighborhood\/547223\/CA\/Los-Angeles\/Hollywood-Hills\/apartments-for-rent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hollywood Hills<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/11532\/CA\/Malibu\/apartments-for-rent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Malibu<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201c\u200b\u200bIf you&#8217;re looking for the perfect backdrop, you can&#8217;t miss out on Mulholland Drive. Nestled within the hills of the Santa Monica Mountains the scenic 55-mile drive offers various lookout points with views of Los Angeles, The San Fernando Valley, and beyond. This trip makes for one unforgettable experience,\u201d shares <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.heatherkoepp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heather Koepp<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walt Disney Concert Hall<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located at 111 South Grand Avenue in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/neighborhood\/290722\/CA\/Los-Angeles\/Downtown-Los-Angeles\/apartments-for-rent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Downtown Los Angeles<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the Walt Disney Concert Hall is home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic. The building was designed by architect Frank Gehry. Walt Disney Concert Hall has been featured in several movies including <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get Smart<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Iron Man<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.laphotola.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LA Photo LA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> notes that the Walt Disney Concert Hall is a \u201cb<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eautiful building right in the heart of LA, where you can find shade any time of the day.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-76518\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-copy-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"Walt Disney Concert Hall\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-copy-2-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-copy-2-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-copy-2-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-copy-2-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-copy-2-1-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-copy-2-1-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-copy-2-1-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plaza Olvera at Olvera Street<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cOne of my favorite spots in LA where I feel inspired to photograph is Plaza Olvera on Sundays,\u201d says <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.roccoceselin.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rocco Ceselin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cThe Latino community gets together there on the weekends, the little colorful shops open very early, and there is always a fun gathering in the area. Music and dancing and the smell of yummy street food make this part of Downtown very special and joyful.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Olvera Street is known as \u201cthe birthplace of Los Angeles\u201d and consists of a block-long, brick-lined market filled with concession stalls, street vendors, and restaurants. At the end of the street is the El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument. It is the perfect place to go shoot photos if you are looking for a lively environment filled with beautiful and vibrant colors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Venice Canal Historic District\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Venice Canal Historic District, located in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/neighborhood\/2861\/CA\/Los-Angeles\/Venice\/apartments-for-rent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Venice, CA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, features beautiful man-made canals reminiscent of Venice, Italy. There are a handful of pathways that you can stroll to enjoy the water.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/heidigarcia.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heidi Garcia<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> shares, \u201cOne of my favorite photography spots in Los Angeles is the Venice Canals Historic District. This area is one of the more unique and picturesque spots in LA. The canals, alongside the beautiful homes, make for a beautiful backdrop. It\u2019s the perfect location for a romantic couple\u2019s photo shoot.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-76521\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-17-1.jpg\" alt=\"Venice, California\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-17-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-17-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-17-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-17-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-17-1-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-17-1-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-17-1-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leo Carrillo State Beach\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leo Carrillo State Beach stretches 1.5 miles and is filled with beautiful reefs, caves and tidepools. There are also several hiking trails that make it the perfect spot to take pictures of the Pacific Ocean.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cMy favorite beach for maternity sessions is hands down Leo Carrillo beach,\u201d notes Arial Cannon, a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/arielcannonphoto.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Los Angeles maternity and newborn photographer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cIt\u2019s much less crowded than El Matador Beach, but still has gorgeous rock formations at low tide. The bluff walk above the beach is an added bonus.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Malibu Creek State Park<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A state park that preserves the Malibu Creek canyon in the Santa Monica Mountains, Malibu Creek State Park provides goers with over 8,000 acres of looming peaks, tall grass plains, and oak savannahs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI love to photograph and hike Malibu Creek State Park in Malibu. It\u2019s excellent for hiking, checking out the water hole to swim in, and shooting engagement sessions,\u201d says <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/kellibeephotography.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kelli Bee Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Santa Monica Pier<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A heavily photographed destination in LA, Santa Monica Pier features breathtaking ocean views, an amusement park, and many surrounding restaurants. Be sure to catch a stunning sunset when taking pictures. \u201cMy favorite photo session location in LA is actually the Santa Monica Pier. Not only is it a classic west coast landmark, but it&#8217;s colorful and lively, which makes every session different. With the beach just underneath it, you can easily get two different looks for your session with one location,\u201d shares <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ambergarrettphoto.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amber Garrett Photo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lulanstudio.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lulan Studio<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> seconds the versatility of Santa Monica Pier saying, \u201cA playful type of person will enjoy taking photography by the Santa Monica Pier with the beach, roller coaster, and other carnivalesque scenery. We love Santa Monica Pier for the variety of backgrounds we can place our couples, as well as its ability to be photographed during the day and night.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-76522\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-18-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Santa Monica Beach\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-18-copy.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-18-copy-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-18-copy-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-18-copy-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-18-copy-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-18-copy-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-18-copy-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manhattan Beach Pier\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manhattan Beach Pier offers photographers many unique scenes to photograph with a large red-roofed roundhouse, turquois steel railings, and looming palm trees in the parking lot. It is considered the oldest concrete pier on the west coast.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cOne of my favorite spots that I love to photograph in Los Angeles is around the Manhattan Beach Pier,\u201d remarks <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.joanneleungphotography.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joanne Leung Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cIt&#8217;s not as crowded as the highly touristy Santa Monica Pier, which gives it a really relaxed California vibe and helps the photos feel much more intimate.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">She adds: \u201cThe colors of the sunset in Manhattan Beach is a gorgeous golden glow under the pier with really interesting textures and shapes, and an amazing pastel gradient of pink and blue in the sky as soon as the sun sets below the horizon. The pier itself provides a really beautiful backdrop for photos with the iconic red roof at the end of the pier.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hermosa Beach<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A beachfront city in Los Angeles County, Hermosa Beach is a popular destination for beach volleyball, surfing, sunbathing, and paddle boarding with almost 2 miles of oceanfront to explore.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nurturebabyphotography.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nurture Baby Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> says the best beach to shoot on in Los Angeles is anywhere on Hermosa Beach (anywhere from 8th street to 22nd). \u201cThe warm golden-toned, shiny, sparkly sand is what makes this beach so beautiful to shoot on. If you want a beach that exudes beautiful California vibes \u2014 that\u2019s your spot.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Palos Verdes\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you ever been to Palos Verdes, the peninsula 20 miles south of Los Angeles? Located along the South Bay region of Los Angeles County, Palos Verdes consists of several cities including Racho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills, Palos Verdes Estates, and Rolling Hills Estates. The peninsula is home to stunning waterfront scenery and city views.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cFrom jagged cliffs to the calming deep blue of the ocean and dazzling sunsets there is plenty to see. Pointe Vincente Lighthouse is the prime place to experience all of this and go for a scenic stroll,\u201d notes Ute Reckhorn of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/californialover.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">California Lover Creative Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-76519\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-copy-1.jpg\" alt=\"A lighthouse with the sunset in the background\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-copy-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-copy-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-copy-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-copy-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-copy-1-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-copy-1-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pjimage-16-copy-1-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arlington Garden\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arlington Garden is a 3-acre garden that serves as a refuge for Pasadena&#8217;s native fauna. Candid and unplanned photography is allowed in the garden, but if you would like to do a planned photo shoot, be sure to obtain a permit.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cOne of my favorite places to photograph families in Los Angeles is Arlington Garden in Pasadena,\u201d raves <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/lakidsphoto.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LA Kids Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cI love the garden\u2019s variety of trees, flowers, benches, and views. The kids also love running around through the maze they have there.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treasure Island Beach\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treasure Island Beach is a sandy beach nestled in a cove in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/9948\/CA\/Laguna-Beach\/houses-for-rent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laguna Beach, CA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The beach showcases stunning ocean views, a large natural rock arch, and tide pools that appear during low tide.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.julietpeel.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Juliet Peel Photography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> remarks, \u201cMy favorite place to take photos is Treasure Island in Laguna Beach. It is the area below The Montage Hotel. There is a huge natural arch in the rocks below and it makes for very epic photos. The area above the Treasure Island beach is full of flora and fauna reminiscent of a tropical vacation and is a popular proposal spot. Come here for photos, bring a picnic, get a drink at The Montage, and watch the sunset.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you\u2019re a local living in the city or just want to know what it\u2019s like to live in Los Angeles, check out these unique places to take pictures in Los Angeles. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":544,"featured_media":76523,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"default","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[10756,2656],"tags":[3849,14615,559],"coauthors":[34286],"class_list":["post-76517","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-featured-post","category-local-insights","tag-local","tag-millennial","tag-moving"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v24.7 (Yoast SEO v27.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Unique Places to Take Pictures in Los Angeles | Redfin<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Check out these unique places to take pictures in Los Angeles including El Matador State Beach, Santa Monica Pier, and Griffith Observatory.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/places-to-take-pictures-in-los-angeles\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Moving to the City of Angels? 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