Discovery Park Wedding, Seattle | Blair and Julian

Fort Worth Wedding, Seattle Wedding

August 6, 2024

Bride and groom posing at their Discovery Park wedding in Seattle, WA, with a backdrop of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. The bride wears a chic tea-length dress with sneakers and sunglasses, holding a lush bouquet, while the groom sports an all-black outfit. A stylish, intimate celebration in a natural setting.

Blair & Julian’s Non-Traditional Discovery Park Wedding in Seattle, WA

Blair and Julian’s Discovery Park wedding in Seattle, Washington, was the perfect mix of city vibes and scenic beauty, a dream setting for their intimate celebration. If you’re looking for non-traditional wedding ideas, Blair and Julian’s day was filled with personal, meaningful, and creative details that made it uniquely their own.

Returning to the PNW

For those of you who don’t know, I’m a Seattle native! Before moving to Fort Worth in 2020, I spent a decade capturing love stories throughout the PNW. With family and friends still calling Washington home, I jump at every chance to return – especially when it means swapping the Texas heat for that crisp PNW air.

How Blair & Julian Found Me

Most of my Seattle wedding photography bookings happen mostly through word-of-mouth referrals. When Blair reached out after seeing my photos of a mutual friend, I had a feeling we’d click!

She described her vision of a laid-back, intimate wedding day that blended Seattle’s natural beauty with an urban feel – including a parking garage (a personal fave!).

And then she mentioned her leather jacket? Sold! Instant besties. (Because if you know me, you know my leather jacket is a wardrobe staple.)

A Wedding Day Filled with Iconic Seattle Backdrops

From Ballard to Pioneer Square to Discovery Park, Blair and Julian’s wedding day felt like a love letter to Seattle – and to each other.

First Look & Private Vows in Ballard

We started the day at a quiet, tucked-away beach in Ballard, where Blair and Julian shared a beachfront first look and a private vow exchange

A Special Stop at Un Bien

Next, we stopped at Un Bien, their family’s vibrant Caribbean restaurant, for some fun, colorful snaps outside this special spot. Note to self: definitely coming back to try the food next time I’m in town – it looks amazing!

Skyline Views from a Pioneer Square Parking Garage

One of my favorite hidden gems for photo locations is a rooftop parking garage, and this one in Pioneer Square did not disappoint. With sweeping views of Seattle’s historic architecture, including Smith Tower, plus glimpses of Elliott Bay and the Olympic Mountains, it offered a backdrop that was both picturesque and uniquely Seattle.

An Intimate Ceremony on the Bluffs of Discovery Park

Finally, Blair and Julian made it official in an intimate ceremony atop the scenic bluffs of Discovery Park, surrounded by their closest family and friends.

The Perfect Seattle Summer Wedding

Blair and Julian proved that small non-traditional weddings can be just as meaningful as grand celebrations. It was the perfect Seattle summer wedding that almost made me miss living here.

Planning a Wedding in Washington? Let’s Chat!

If you’re planning a PNW wedding, I offer low travel fees for weddings in the area. Plus, with Fort Worth summers being so damn hot, I’d gladly trade the Texas heat for the chance to photograph your special day in the beautiful Pacific Northwest!

Bride and groom sharing a Ballard first look on a quiet beach before their Discovery Park wedding in Seattle, WA. The bride, in a tea-length dress and sneakers, reads her vows while holding hands with the groom, set against the serene waterfront.

Bride and groom posing outside Un Bien, a vibrant Caribbean restaurant, before their Discovery Park wedding in Seattle, WA. The bride sits on a colorful picnic bench with her bouquet, her veil flowing in the breeze, while the groom stands beside her in a sleek black suit. A fun and stylish stop on their wedding day, filled with personality and bold colors.

Bride and groom share a stylish moment on a Pioneer Square parking garage rooftop before their Discovery Park wedding in Seattle. The bride, rocking a leather jacket and sunglasses, lifts her veil in the wind, while the groom, dressed in all black, looks on against a backdrop of historic and modern city buildings. A bold, urban twist on their wedding day portraits.

Bride and groom strike a stylish pose on a Pioneer Square parking garage rooftop before their Discovery Park wedding in Seattle. The couple, dressed in edgy wedding attire with sunglasses and a leather jacket, stand confidently against a backdrop of historic architecture and modern skyscrapers, creating a bold and unique urban wedding portrait.

Blair’s pal Demi was an absolute lifesaver! She not only let us borrow her car to drive all over the city but she also graciously held all of our shit while we snapped photos. You’re the best, Demi!