Photographer & Visual Storyteller
Erik Sven is a photographer, amateur chef, and aging skateboarder based in the Pacific Northwest. He travels for work frequently.
Erik Sven Photography is the studio of Seattle architectural photographer Erik Sven.
Erik creates photography and video for architecture, interiors, hospitality, retail, and developer groups. He provides visual-narrative depth to highlight built spaces. As a photojournalism graduate from the University of Florida, Erik considers himself a life-long student of craft and self.
Select Clients & Publications
Erik Sven works with architects, designers, hospitality brands, creative studios, and makers on projects throughout the Pacific Northwest. Select clients include Skanska Group, FRANKiE4, Condé Nast, Taylors of Harrogate, Pacific Bonsai Museum, Gelotte Hommas Drivdahl, TKP Design, Iron-Ridge Capital, KLD Real Estate Group, JPC Architects, Zumiez, Thence By Descent, Columbia Hospitality, McCarthy/Malberg and more.
His work has appeared in publications such as Architectural Digest, Luxury Home Magazine, Portrait Magazine, Seattle Met, Miami Herald, Zumiez catalogs, and other design and lifestyle publications as well as multiple covers. He has new work scheduled for publishing in the coming months and continuously develops relationships with editors and journalists.
His work has helped clients win in NKBA submissions and receive honorable mentions for AIA contest entries.
Most recently, Erik’s work has sold in the 2026 Seattle Art Fair and is on display locally. He is scheduled to speak about his work on September 17th, 2026 at Seattle Library’s Magnolia Branch.
Erik approaches each project with an open and curious mindset. His photography is about honoring design intent and creating emotion that holds viewer attention.
He is available for booking here.
“Erik was a pleasure to work with for our global leadership conference in Seattle. He captured the event with clarity and sensitivity, producing imagery that reflected both the energy and key moments.”
— Communications Director, Skanska (Global Infrastructure & Construction Firm), Sweden
Client Perspective
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