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Best Places to Take Photos in Dallas: Part II

I SEE YOU DALLAS. A couple of years ago, I brought you my list of the 5 Best Places to Take Photos in Big D, and now I’m back with more. As a Dallas branding photographer, I’ve had the privilege of discovering so many great spots for skyline views, artsy murals, eclectic backdrops, and charming […]

Best Places to Take Photos in Dallas

Over the past three years of living downtown in the Big D, I’ve been lucky to shoot in a lot of really cool locations. When I first moved here, I spent a wholeee lotta time on Pinterest and scouring the internet to find some of the most picture-worthy local spots to visit. So in spirit of giving back to the online community that helped me navigate the city, here’s my contribution: the 5 best spots to take photos in Dallas.

House of Blues Summer Branding Session

The House of Blues Dallas is easily one of my favorite spots to grab a drink, catch a show, and people watch from their patio. The restaurant space dimly lit and moody atmosphere with an eclectic mix of art, music, and badass decor.

Ellen’s : Best brunch spot in downtown dallas

Ellens Dallas Restaurant West End

That’s what you’ll read along the banner of Ellen’s Restaurant here in Dallas: “Grits Rule”. If that doesn’t say welcome to the south, then I don’t know what does!

Being from New England, things like “grits” aren’t really in my vocabulary so it was quite the interesting and exciting experience to work with Ellen’s Restaurant and all it’s southern flair last week. The Ellen’s team sources and combines their ingredients in incredibly thoughtful ways to make absolutely delicious dishes with a southern twist. It’s unlike anywhere I’ve eaten before.