Banff National Park is filled with incredible locations for couples, families, and friends looking to capture their time in the Rockies.

Use the Google Map below to explore some of my favourite photography locations and get inspiration for your session.

Every location offers something different, from iconic mountain views and turquoise lakes to quieter forest trails and open alpine landscapes.

Once your session is booked, I'll recommend the best location based on your group, interests, accessibility needs, lighting conditions, and the overall experience you're looking for.

When planning your outfits for a photoshoot in Banff and the surrounding Rockies, we recommend sticking to neutral and earth-tone colours—think soft blues, greys, blacks, and whites. These tones not only complement the natural landscape but also make it easy to coordinate with your partner without worrying about clashing.

In the summer months, feel free to add a subtle pop of colour—shades of blue or yellow work beautifully against the vibrant alpine backdrop. In winter, however, it's best to avoid all-white outfits, as they can blend too much with the snowy surroundings.

Mountain weather changes quickly, and dramatic conditions can actually create incredible photos.

If the forecast looks truly unfavourable, we can adjust the timing or location whenever possible. I’ll keep an eye on conditions leading up to the session and communicate with you to make sure we get the best possible experience.

Note that there is no cell service at Moraine Lake so we'll need to stick to the plan - the day of the surprise.

Sunrise and sunset usually provide the most beautiful light and fewer crowds at both Moraine Lake and Lake Louise.

Sunrise sessions tend to be especially peaceful, while sunset offers warm light on the surrounding peaks.

I’ll help you choose the best time depending on your travel schedule and the experience you want.

Midday in Banff can be very busy and the light can be harsh for photos. That’s why I usually recommend sunrise or sunset sessions — when the light is beautiful and the lakes are quieter.

Midday light is a photographer’s worst enemy: it creates squinting, harsh shadows on faces, and washed-out backgrounds that hide those stunning mountain views.

The best way to avoid all of this?

Wake up a little earlier for a peaceful sunrise session or choose the soft, golden glow of sunset—your photos (and your experience) will thank you.

You’ll receive a small preview gallery within a few hours so you can share the news with friends and family.

Your full professionally edited gallery will typically be delivered within 4-6 weeks

You can expedite this process too in "Session Extras" for a fee.