15+ Staircase Photoshoot Examples for Your Inspiration

From grand, sweeping staircases to simple and minimalist designs, there are endless possibilities for creative and unique photoshoots using stairs. In this article, we will showcase 15+ staircase photoshoot examples that will inspire you to use stairs as a photography backdrop. Whether you’re a professional photographer looking for new ideas or someone who loves to take photos as a hobby, these examples will give you plenty of ideas to incorporate staircases into your next photoshoot. So, let’s dive in and explore the beauty and potential of staircase photography.

The following images were submitted from the feature challenge “From Above.”

Posed Staircase Photos

Posed photos on staircases provide opportunities for interesting photo compositions.  In particular, staircases often create leading lines with interesting geometry and frames.

Photo by SMJ Photography (Website | Wedding Maps Profile) at Pennsylvania Capitol Building in Harrisburg, PA USA

Photo by Roddy Chung (Website | Wedding Maps Profile) at Thornewood Castle in Lakewood, WA U.S.A.

Photo by Loc Le (Website | Wedding Maps Profile) in Seattle WA

Photo by Lazzat Photography (Website | Wedding Maps Profile) at Oxford Exchange, in Tampa FL

Photo by 4 Eyes Photography (Website | Wedding Maps Profile) at Fairmont Banff Spring Hotel in Banff, AB Canada

Photo by SMJ Photography (Website | Wedding Maps Profile) at Cork Factory Hotel in Lancaster, PA USA

Photo by Roddy Chung (Website | Wedding Maps Profile) at The Admiral’s House in Seattle, WA U.S.A.

Photo by Andreas Pollok (Website | Wedding Maps Profile) at Kloster Schöntal in Baden Württemberg Germany

Photo by Lazzat Photography (Website | Wedding Maps Profile) at Tavares Pavilion in Tavares, FL USA

Photo by Natasha Lamalle (Website | Wedding Maps Profile) at Spanish Steps in Washington DC USA

In the Moment Staircase Photos

In the moment, photojournalistic staircase wedding and engagement photos are also interesting because of the movement, action, and natural storytelling moments.

Photo by Stephen Sedman (Website | Wedding Maps Profile) at Danversport in Danvers, MA United States

Photo by Natasha Lamalle (Website | Wedding Maps Profile) at District Winery in Washington DC USA

Photo by Holding and Co (Website | Wedding Maps Profile) at Redbird in Los Angeles, CA USA

Photo by Kristin Cheatwood (Website | Wedding Maps Profile) at Hazlehurst House in McDonough, GA