Senior Photos at Gas Works Park in Seattle
Maren’s senior session at Seattle’s Gas Works Park brought together industrial textures, bold personal style, and a moody fall atmosphere that couldn’t have suited her vibe more perfectly. Gas Works is known for its mix of steel structures, weathered colors, and skyline views, and it created a strong foundation for the look we wanted to highlight—industrial, urban, and a touch gothic.
A Style That Stands Out
Maren arrived with a style that was completely her own. Her teal hair, layered silver jewelry, and black lace top created a striking contrast against the fall foliage and rusted metal around the park. Every detail of her outfit added to the story: confident, expressive, and unapologetically unique.
One of my favorite images from her session was taken along a wall of late-season vines where bright red stems curved behind her like natural brushstrokes. The soft, diffused fall light highlighted her features and made the colors in her hair and the surrounding leaves pop beautifully. The combination of her look with the natural textures created a portrait that feels both artistic and bold.
Exploring the Urban Corners of Gas Works
After working through the main areas of the park, Maren and I stepped into a few nearby alleyways to capture a more rustic urban feel. These spots offered chipped paint, concrete textures, and quiet corners that brought out an edgier side of the session. Her confidence in front of the camera made these scenes especially strong—every pose felt intentional and true to her personality.
Capturing Your Personality, Not Just Your Photos
My favorite part of senior sessions is helping you express who you are—whether your style leans modern, artistic, classic, or anything in between. Maren’s session is a great example of how choosing the right location and leaning into your personal style creates portraits that feel authentic and one-of-a-kind.
If you’re planning your own senior session and want photos that highlight your individuality, I’d love to help you create something meaningful and uniquely you.
Reach out anytime to me to start planning your shoot.
Tips for Senior Photos at Gas Works Park
If you’re thinking about choosing Gas Works Park for your senior portraits, here are a few helpful things to know before your session:
1. Weekday Sessions Are Best
Gas Works is one of Seattle’s most popular parks. Weekdays—especially mornings or late afternoons—tend to be quieter and allow more flexibility to move around without crowds in the background.
2. Expect Lots of Walking
The park is wide and full of different backdrops, including grassy hills, steel structures, colorful walls, and lakefront views. Wear comfortable shoes to walk between spots, and you can change into dress shoes once we’re ready to shoot.
3. Bring Layers
Because the park sits right on Lake Union, the wind can be chilly even on warm days. Layers help keep you comfortable so you stay relaxed in your photos.
4. Choose Outfits With Texture or Contrast
The industrial setting pairs beautifully with bold colors, layered fabrics, and unique accessories. Contrast always photographs well against the metal, concrete, and rust tones around the park.
5. Use the Park’s Variety to Your Advantage
One of the biggest perks of Gas Works is how many looks you can create in a short time. We can go from moody, shadowed metal structures to bright open fields to textured brick walls within minutes. It’s ideal if you want a mix of edgy, artistic, and classic portraits all in the same session.
