Fall Weddings: Top Picturesque Spots and Creative Photo Tips

With autumn starting on September 22nd, we are seeing the changing seasons bring about rich shades of scarlet, gold, and burnt orange. Fall is a stunning time of year for your big day, and with 35% of weddings taking place outdoors and 26.4% of weddings taking place in the fall – many are gearing up for their nuptials during nature’s brilliant season!

Fall weddings are some of the most memorable and colorful weddings out of the entire year. There are so many natural elements in motion, photographers can get very creative with landscapes and backdrops. Couples can also brighten their wedding with vibrant, foliage centerpieces, stunning seasonal dress colors and bright floral arrangements.

In Illinois and around the country, there are many top venues that will create a perfect backdrop for your special day. Autumn foliage is at its finest in the second week of October, falling slightly earlier or later based upon the weather. The best time to shoot is at late afternoon and sunset, in order to catch the best light and color. Great news if your wedding falls on an overcast day – not to worry! Rich colors will appear more saturated and shadows will be softer. Below we have listed some of the top spots for fall wedding photos both in Chicago and around the country.

Top Chicago Venues for Capturing a Picturesque Fall:

Top 10 National Venues for Picturesque Wedding Photos:

  1. Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, Washington (for views of Capitol)
  2. Beaver Chief Falls, Glacier National Park, Mont.
  3. George Washington & Jefferson National Forest, Va./W.Va./Ky.
  4. Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Utah
  5. Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, Nevada
  6. Everett Road Covered Bridge, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Ohio
  7. Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge, Calif.
  8. Freedom Trail, Boston National Historic Park, Mass.
  9. Governors Island, N.Y. (for views of two forts)
  10. El Tovar Hotel, Grand Canyon National Park, Ariz.

For more information on photography and planning your perfect wedding day, call us on 866.831.4103 or visit any of our show rooms in Chicago, Lisle or Schamburg. Happy shooting!