There’s nothing quite like a Race Street Pier Engagement shoot. Laura and Tim love everything about Philadelphia, and planned their engagement shoot in two of my favorite spots. We started at Elfreth’s Alley in Old City, the oldest residential street in the country. We had a unseasonably warm day, and they had to stop on the way to Philly to pick up some warmer weather clothes. These two are so natural with each other and in front of the camera, they are a delight to photograph. After Elfreth’s Alley, we took a quick walk to Race Street Pier. We have photographed the pier with models and engagement shoots, Masterchef winners and weddings. We’ve photographed it in the harshest sunlight and the most torrential rainy day downpours. I love the architecture of the pier, the colors and the shapes. Laura’s choice to wear a pretty blue shirt was absolutely perfect with the blues of the bridge and the water. I just photographed the wedding of this really special couple. I can’t wait to share the images!
Pro Tip!
Race Street Pier does require a permit for photography. You most likely will be left alone if it’s only an engagement shoot, but if you’re planning a stop there on your wedding day, I highly suggest getting a permit. They don’t always ask for them, but do you really want to risk it when you have a timeline and guests to get back to? Don’t wait until the last minute, they don’t always get approved quickly.
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Race Sheet Pier looks like a great location for an engagement shoot or even a stop on your wedding day, so versatile and dramatic. I really love the session at Elfreth’s Alley in Old City, so cool that it’s the oldest residential street in the country. Laura and Tim are just too cute in these engagement photos!
I love the genuine emotion that Black White and Raw Photography brings out of their clients! This Race Street Pier shows that off for this couple’s engagement perfectly. Great Philly photo location!
Wonderful engagement photos! So sweet and loving. Race Street Pier is the perfect backdrop to show off her super cute blue top and I especially like the twinkle lights at the end. Great work.
Awesome engagement session at Race Street Pier in Philly! It’s so fun just walking around the city and doing photos and these definitely look like they’re having a great time.
I always love taking photos at Race Street Pier. So many great textures and backgrounds. What a beautiful engagement session captured by black white and raw photography.
This is great. Race Street Pier is a wonderful spot. Well done Lori!
You make the Race Street Pier look amazing! You nail this Philly photo location! Her blue top compliments the bridge and backgrounds perfectly!
Can we talk about how cool Race Street Pier looks? What a great location for this couple’s engagement session! I love the brick buildings and the photo of him lifting her up. So cute! I also love the blueish green metal wall photos. Great job getting lots of location variety.