8 best engagement photoshoot ideas in New York City

8 best engagement photoshoot ideas in New York City

New York is the city to be at for an intimate, exotic engagement photoshoot. The city has some of the world’s most iconic sights and unique homes, all spectacular locations to conduct your photo project at. This said, there’s a lot that the city offers and going through it all in our extensive catalog of photo rentals available for engagement photoshoots in New York City, can take some time. Which is why we at Giggster have done our research and come up with these unique engagement photoshoot ideas and the locations you need to visit to bring these creative visions to life. We hope you find some great inspiration and locations in this curated list.


1) An Artists’ Getaway - Brooklyn Studio Loft

Brooklyn Studio Loft New York Rental

The photo destination for a creative engagement photoshoot, this intimate, 750 sq. ft. loft home belongs to an artist couple. Outdoors the home features a European-style courtyard while inside a strong artistic energy permeates through the listing. Filled with plants, and furnished in a mid-century modern aesthetic, with dotted Mexican and Mediterranean influencers, this enchanting space draws its appeal from the minimal, artsy, fun setup.

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2) Amidst Nature - Mid-Century Modern House with Pond in Ellenville

Upstate NY Mid-Century Modern House with Pond New York Rental

A mid-century modern house overlooking a two-acre spring-fed pond, this property rests on 63 acres of lands which feature old orchards, walking paths, forested land and cross-country ski trails. The home has plenty of large glass windows which allow natural light to sweep in to the retro decorated listing, adding to the photogenic qualities this rental possesses.


3) Twinkle Under New York’s Lights at The Highline

New York Highline New York Rental

A 1.45 mile long elevated line park, the New York Highline has everything you could need for in an engagement photoshoot location. A better vantage, surreal backdrop options and varied photo aesthetics, there’s a lot of diversity and looks you can get here. Inspired by the “living ecosystem” where nature and man-made structures come together, you can explore infinite photo themes here as well. What are you waiting for? Head on out to the New York Highline with your camera!


4) It’s a Surprise at this Cheery Harlem Home

Chic Urban European Home New York Rental

A bright and cheery architectural home with massive floor-to-ceiling windows basking the space in sunlight, this vibrant decorated home has a quintessential New York feel to it. Steel beams, hardwood floors, colorful paper wallpaper, and an outdoor terrace and garden give this listing endless photo potential. A mid-century modern home with an art gallery vibe, there are many pictursque angles and frames waiting for you at this listing.


5) Escape into the Wilds at this South Mountain Luxury Mansion in New City

South Mountain Luxury Mansion New York Rental

Away from the hustle-and-bustle of The Big Apple, this South Mountain Luxury Mansion is surrounded by beautiful gardens. An American craftsmen style is evident in the home with large windows placed all around the house that allows natural light to gush in. The charming interiors brilliantly balance comfort and elegance, furthering the photo potential of this listing.


6) For Queens and Kings - Victorian Era Castle in Yonkers

Out of This World Castle New York Rental

Got a royalty theme going on in your engagement photoshoot? Located 15 miles from Manhattan, this 17th century castle with period rooms from the late Middle Ages to the Victorian era has tons of unique, special looks all at the same place. Richly decorated with custom, antiquated furniture and design choices that make it seem as though you’re stepping through a time machine each time you enter a different room, there are many photo ideas for you to explore here.


7) Feature The City From This Conscious Designed Soho Apartment w/ Red Tiled Rooftop

Conscious Designed Soho Apartment w/Rooftop New York Rental

Featuring an intimate red tiled rooftop that offers 360-degree picturesque views of Manhattan, the 2,000 sq.ft. apartment oozes a charming, Bohemian, comfortable vibe. The open layout and minimal decor allows natural light to bounce on the walls and floors, adding to the photo charm of the property.


8) Private Townhouse near Williamsburg

Light Filled Fully Renovated Warehouse New York Rental

A fully renovated private townhouse featuring double height ceilings and a central exposed courtyard, there is a lot for the camera to love about the location. Multiple floor and wall textures, curated installations and light fixtures with touches of bright colors here and there, this industrial listing has a contemporary feel to it. One to go for if you need both indoor and outdoor at-home images, there’s a distinct appeal common to the images taken here.


How about that? From castles in the countryside to chic oceanfront homes, we’ve tried to cover a range of listings that you can go to for many different looks and aesthetics. Being an engagement photoshoot, which in theory sets the tone for the entire wedding album, we’d get it if you want to take more time before you finalise on a location. If that’s the case, and you want to see more listing options, please visit this link to view our collection of engagement photoshoot venue rentals in New York City.

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