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Richmond Engagement Locations

Romantic engagement sessions, thoughtfully photographed in Richmond

Richmond offers an incredible variety of engagement photo locations, from scenic river overlooks and historic architecture to quiet gardens and light-filled urban spaces. As a Richmond engagement photographer, I approach each location with intention, paying attention to natural light, movement, and how the environment supports genuine connection. Below is a curated guide to my favorite engagement session locations in Richmond, including places I’ve photographed and locations I often recommend to couples planning timeless, natural engagement photos.

Featured Richmond Engagement Locations

an engaged couple kissing during engagement session at the estate at river run in richmond virginia

Estate at River Run

A refined estate backdrop for engagement photos near Richmond.

a couple tendering during an engagement session at maymont in richmond virginia

Maymont Park

A lush garden backdrop for romantic engagement photos in Richmond.

a couple walking and laughing at the vmfa in richmond virginia for an engagement session

VMFA

A timeless architectural backdrop for engagement photos in Richmond.

a couple dancing by architecture at the university of richmond for an engagement session

Collegiate architecture and green spaces for engagement photos in Richmond.

University of Richmond

Engagement sessions are about choosing a setting that feels natural to you — somewhere that allows space to move, talk, and simply be together. As a Richmond engagement photographer, I guide couples toward locations that photograph beautifully while still feeling relaxed and unforced. Many of these engagement locations are also places where I photograph weddings, allowing couples to feel comfortable and confident in front of my camera long before their wedding day.
a couple walking up the stairs at the virginia state capitol during their engagement session in richmond virginia

Virginia State Capitol

A timeless historic backdrop for engagement photos in Richmond.

a couple smiling in a winter engagement session at belle isle in richmond virginia

Belle Isle

River views and natural spaces for relaxed engagement photos in Richmond.

Romantic couple sitting on the bow of a boat surrounded by water during engagement session in lake anna state park in va

Lake Anna State Park

A peaceful waterfront backdrop for engagement photos near Richmond.

Couple embracing at sunset near a fountain with warm golden light at libby hill park in richmond virginia

Libby Hill

Skyline views and soft light for engagement photos in Richmond.

	Close-up portrait of couple touching foreheads under greenery during engagement session at forest hill park in richmond va
Bride standing inside historic church with ornate altar and arched windows in downtown richmond

Gather & Hem

An intimate café backdrop for lifestyle engagement photos in Richmond.

Some of my favorite Richmond engagement locations include Maymont, Libby Hill Park, the Virginia State Capitol, and the University of Richmond — each offering a distinct backdrop, light quality, and overall feel for engagement sessions in and around Richmond.

Planning your engagement session in Richmond and not sure which location fits your vision?

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