Every summer I am reminded how absolutely amazing Minneapolis is for senior pictures. I’ve been all over the twin cites and have found fantastic locations for your professional senior portraits. There are many historic areas and buildings, modern buildings, vibrant murals and nature areas all around with great light, great texture and depth. These spots are some of the best locations in Minnesota. Urban senior pictures, nature senior pictures, creative senior pictures are all options in Minneapolis. You will forever remember your Minneapolis senior pictures fondly if you use one of these locations.
- 1. Mill City Museum Area
- 2. Loring Park
- 3. St Anthony Main
- 4. Warehouse District
- 5. First Avenue
- 6. Lyndale Park Gardens
- 7. The Music Wall
- 8. Uptown
- 9. Boom Island Park
- 10. Minnehaha Falls
1. Mill City Museum
There is so much variety and texture here. From the modern look of the Guthrie Theater to the old Minneapolis mill works and don’t forget the Stone Arch Bridge.
2. Loring Park
More variety and texture. There is the old Minneapolis area, nature area and the modern feel of the Walker Art Museum and Sculpture Garden. Take a walk across the Siah Armajani Pedestrian Bridge and take some pictures.
3. St Anthony Main
Old brick street, lots of old buildings with character, modern business buildings and condos. Lots of different looks in a small area. The Stone Arch bridge entrance is located here. Great for day and night images. Start at the St Anthony Main Movie Theater and walk.
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4. The Warehouse District
This area covers several blocks with so many senior picture options. Some call this area the North Loop.
5. First Avenue
Not only can you photograph the famous First Avenue Star Wall wall but also alleys and vintage Minneapolis buildings. If you are lucky you will catch a colorful bus as a backdrop.
6. Minneapolis Music Wall
The music wall is a favorite with musicians. Also explore the Foshay Tower and surrounding areas.
7. Lyndale Park Gardens
There is a lot more than roses here for amazing senior pictures. There are 4 themed gardens here. All are beautifully landscaped.
- Annual-Perennial Garden
- Butterfly and Hummingbird & Perennial and Border Gardens
- Peace Garden
- Rose Garden
8. Uptown
The colorful area of Minneapolis. If you love murals take your senior pictures in Uptown. Start at the corner of Lyndale and Lake Street by the Jungle Theater and start walking. There are colorful murals everywhere. Check out some of the LynLake street art.
9. Boom Island Park. Great nature options and a great bridge over the river.
10. Minnehaha Falls
A popular spot to visit and take senior pictures.
There are two more areas in Minneapolis that I love and I share with Any Angle Photography clients. Reach out and I’ll show you more of the magic of Minneapolis.
Important** Some of these locations require permits for professional photography. Talk to your Minnesota senior photographer and make sure they have obtained permits/permission for you guys to use these locations.
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All images captured by Minnesota Senior Photographer, Any Angle Photography.
