Elili Brown Photography

Los Angeles is full of beautiful locations for your engagement session. Two of my favorites are Grand Central Market and Angels Flight Railway and Plaza. These are right across the street from each other in Downtown Los Angeles, which is why they’re going into the same blog post.

Grand Central Market’s History

Grand Central Market, founded in 1917, is a staple of Los Angeles and has a fascinating history. Initially, Grand Central Market was a small open-air market serving a wide array of communities in downtown Los Angeles. Since then, it has transformed into a bustling indoor marketplace, showcasing diverse cuisines and cultures. Grand Central reflects Los Angeles’ cultural diversity and how it has evolved over time. It has been a melting pot, embracing immigrants, local food artisans, and multiple generations of Angelenos.

The Market attracts both locals and tourists who want an authentic taste of the city’s vibrant culinary offerings. Grand Central Market is a prime example of Los Angeles’ diversity and resilience. Regardless of if you are visiting Los Angeles or live here, Grand Central Market needs to be on your bucket list.

The History of Angels Flight Railway:

Located across the street from Grand Central Market, the Angels Flight Railway, built in 1901, has an interesting history. Initially, the Railway was used to take residents up and down Bunker Hill. If you have ever been, you know that this Railway is extremely short. So short it is often referred to as the “Shortest Railway in the World.” The Angels Flight Railway is distinctive with orange cars taking passengers between Hill Street and Grand Avenue. This railway is an iconic symbol of Los Angeles having witnessed cultural and urban transformations over the last century.

The Angels Flight Railway now holds nostalgia for Los Angeles locals. It has undergone numerous restoration efforts, ultimately, preserving its historic charm.

Engagement Photos Opportunities:

Grand Central Market:

The atmosphere inside Grand Central Market make it an amazing choice for your engagement session. The busy marketplace creates a lively backdrop, filling your engagement photographs with energy and excitement.  Grand Central Market manages to capture a blend of old-fashioned charm and modernity. The historic buildings surrounding the market and the vintage signs result in a urban feel.

Similar to an engagement session at a coffee shop, the expansive culinary offerings at Grand Central Market add another opportunity for unique engagement photographs. Imagine sharing a delicious ice-cream or scrumptious meal, feeding each other, goofing around and creating a special memory.

With its bustling energy, diverse backdrop options and a chance to build more memories during your playful engagement session, the Grand Market provides a vibrant and unforgettable setting for your engagement photography session in Los Angeles.

Angels Flight Railway & Plaza

Right next door to Grand Central Market, Angels Flight Plaza can be incorporated into your engagement session for diverse aesthetics. The vintage vibe of the plaza itself, makes it standout as an engagement photography location.

In the Angels Flight Plaza there are unique arches lined with vines that are gorgeous, a concrete stairway, and expansive views that make this a perfect engagement photography session location. Not to mention the views of downtown Los Angeles are absolutely stunning. The dichotomy between its historic feel and the modern feel of downtown Los Angeles lends itself to unique engagement photographs. The plaza has lots of room to move around freely, allowing us to capture natural and intimate moments during your engagement session.

To Conclude:

You cannot go wrong doing your engagement session at either Grand Central Market or Angels Flight Railway & Plaza. There are so many backdrop options within walking distance, we could take your engagement photographs for hours and never get bored. Both will give you stunning engagement photographs that encapsulate your relationship, the love and joy between you and your partner, and each intimate moment.