Skip to content
  • PortfolioExpand
    • Weddings
    • Engagements
  • VENUES
  • blog
Wasabi PhotographyWasabi Photography
  • CLIENTS
  • INFOExpand
    • About
    • Pricing
    • Planning Tips
  • Inquire
Wasabi PhotographyWasabi Photography

ENGAGEMENT LOCATIONS

LaSalle Street Bridge

Updated onAugust 28, 2021

Home / Engagement Locations / Chicago / LaSalle Street Bridge

Connecting the River North neighborhood to The Loop, LaSalle Street Bridge serves as a gateway to the center of Chicago and a favorite choice of couples for engagement photos and wedding day portraits.

The Marshall Suloway Bridge as it’s officially recognized, is probably the most famous of Chicago’s many iconic river crossings. Chicago’s bridges fall into one of four structural types (Deck Truss, Through Truss, Pony Truss and Rail Height Truss).

LaSalle Street’s “Pony Truss” architecture is the best blend for photography purposes. It’s the only style that doesn’t have street-level fencing to obstruct shots from across the street. The trusses themselves and their iconic “"old bordeaux" color serve as their own aesthetic feature.

To the west you have sunset, to the south you have the view down LaSalle toward the Board of Trade Building. To the North you have an immediate view of the Merchandise Mart and to the East you have the view down the river toward Chicago classicss like Marina Towers and London House alongside Chicago’s third tallest building, Vista Tower.

In the fall afternoons, the sun screams down the river and reflects off the glass skyscrapers to make for some truly magical light.

There are dozens of garages in the blocks surrounding the bridge.

I’ve used the garage at 224 N. Clark a few times, but I suggest checking Spot Hero for the best deals.

In most cases, I’ll suggest traveling by Uber/Lyft during our engagement session. It’s less complicated than figuring out parking at each destination and often less expensive.

Driving ourselves usually eats a lot of time with the added logistics of parking and getting to where we want to go. If you have a friend or family member who wants to drive us, that can be a convenient option as well.

While dogs are technically allowed, this isn't on my list of places to make pictures with your pup.

It's usually better to start in a quieter setting, like a park, or specifically dog-friendly areas.

Here’s some more information on how to include your dog in engagement photos

LOCATION DETAILS

Address: 300 N. LaSalle Dr., Chicago, Il 60601
Neighborhood: The Loop / River North
Permit: Not Required

WHY WE LOVE IT

LaSalle Street Bridge is so centrally located downtown, that it's great on both a wedding day and for engagement photos. You're a few steps away from the Riverwalk and within blocks of landmark locations like the Chicago Theatre.

I've probably shot more couples on LaSalle Street than any other single Chicago location, and I personally enjoy the challenge of finding new and creative ways to make photos in a familiar space.

If you're feeling especially ambitious, one of my favorite photos to make is with the couple standing on the truss at the middle of the bridge. I promise it's not as scare as it sounds!

Fun fact: While there are four Beaux Arts-style bridge houses (each corner), only two are needed to lower and raise the bridge. The other two are purely ornamental.

lasalle-street-bridge-enagagement-photos-085
lasalle-street-bridge-wedding-photo
lasalle-street-bridge-enagagement-photos-156
Close up photo of couple during engagement photo on LaSalle Street Bridge
lasalle-street-bridge-enagagement-photos-161
lasalle-street-bridge-enagagement-photos-112
lasalle-street-bridge-enagagement-photos-143
lasalle-street-bridge-enagagement-photos-144
bride-and-groom-laugh-during-portraits-on-LaSalle-Street-Bridge-in-Chicago-following-their-wedding-26
black and white photo of couple on LaSalle Street Bridge
lasalle-street-bridge-enagagement-photos-148
lasalle-street-bridge-enagagement-photos-154

REAL COUPLES

LaSalle Street Bridge engagement photos


Kara & Matt: Architectural Artifacts Wedding Photos

Emily & Kieran: Adler Planetarium Wedding Photos

Colorful Chinatown Engagement Session: Jean & Jack

Colorful Chinatown Engagement Session: Jean & Jack

Summer Engagement Photos in Chicago: Lauren & Dan

Engagement Photos at Loyola University and Millennium Park: Jody & Nikola

Summertime Chicago Engagement Session: Katie & Aaron

TIPS + ADVICE FOR COUPLES

planning resources


the most important question to ask before booking your wedding photographer

7 reasons to hire a real photojournalist for your wedding

our complete guide to the best wedding venues in chicago

what to do and where to go if it rains on your wedding day

where to go for engagement photos

how much does a wedding photographer in chicago cost

”

“If you’re thinking about hiring a photojournalist for your wedding, look no further.”

“Travis and his second shooter Justin capture EVERY moment from your wedding you could imagine. And because they capture real moments, you also can feel the emotions from the photos.”
LESLIE + OLIVER | CHICAGO

pricing info


Real weddings don’t fit neatly into six, eight or even 10-hour packages. Our collections don’t require you to know your timeline months before your wedding.
As a a documentary photographer, I love moments. And it turns out a lot of moments happen before most photographers arrive or after they leave. That’s why all of our collections include up to 12 hours!

We’ll work together to make sure I’m there for all the great moments you expect, and the ones you don’t. You’ll never have to worry about planning your day around the photographer’s schedule.

Wedding collections start at $4,800, which includes:
– full day coverage with two photographers
– online image gallery for viewing and ordering
– full resolution digital images with print release

Fill out the form on the right to check our availability for your date and to receive the full pricing guide.

quick inquiry


Portfolio


Recent Work


About


Wedding Tips

Why hire a photojournalist
Make the most of your morning
Wedding planning flow chart
Why do a first look
How to plan family photos
How to do an unplugged ceremony
What to do if it rains
Think about the light
How to pick a photographer
How much do photographers cost


Engagement Tips

What to wear
Where to go
When to take engagement photos
How to include your dog

Modern Wedding Venues

Adler Planetarium
Artifact Events
Ravenswood Event Center
Room 1520


Classic Wedding Venues

Cafe Brauer
Intercontinental Hotel
Lyric Opera House
The Drake Hotel
The Rookery Building
Chicago History Museum


Outdoor Wedding Venues

Adler Planetarium
Artifact Events
Bridgeport Art Center
Cafe Brauer

Loft Wedding Venues

Bridgeport Art Center
Loft on Lake
Cityview Loft
Artifact Events
Ravenswood Event Center
Room 1520
A New Leaf
Salvage One
Morgan Manufacturing
City Winery
Revel Motor Row


For Photographers

PhotoMechanic 6 Review
Canon EOS R5 Review
Best Camera for Weddings
Wedding Lighting Workshop
Wasabi Photography

FOLLOW US

Facebook Twitter Instagram
(773) 570-0491   |   (517) 402-0491
TRAVIS@WASABIPHOTOGRAPHY.COM
4936 N DAMEN AVE, CHICAGO IL 60625

Privacy Policy  |  Copyright & Terms  |  Sitemap

All images & content © 2022 Wasabi Photography

client login


For personal privacy, client galleries are password protected. To login, the password is “YYYYMMDDlastname,” where the date is the day of the shoot (wedding day or engagement session) and last name can be either last name. Passwords are case-sensitive, and names are always lowercase.

For example, the password for a July 3, 2018 wedding between John Smith and Sarah Kline would be either 20180703smith or 20180703kline.


  • Portfolio
  • Blog
  • About
  • Pricing
  • Venues
  • Planning Tips
  • Clients
  • Inquire
Facebook Instagram