Philadelphia Museum of Art

2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130

The Philadelphia Museum of Art is an iconic location in Philadelphia that needs no introduction. It has been featured in dozens of movies and television shows. The views of the Ben Franklin Parkway from the museum are magnificent. However, what I love about this location has nothing to do with the famous steps that Rocky climbed. Many areas surround the museum that are away from the crowds. They make for beautiful and intimate locations.

Ralph Deal Photography often uses the quieter areas around the museum to create elegant, intimate portraits that avoid the usual tourist foot traffic. The nearby Anne d’Harnoncourt Sculpture Garden and the museum’s architectural lines offer strong framing, soft light, and timeless texture—ideal for both formal and candid shots.

From wide, iconic skyline backdrops to quiet garden vignettes, the Philadelphia Museum of Art offers a sensory experience that’s both classic and deeply personal.

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