Please note, some places may charge a location fee.
If the location is not local to me, it may have a travel fee attached.
Hi there! We've already booked your session, now you're probably wondering where we should shoot! I've made this location guide with you in mind. It includes all of my favorite places in the Carolinas. If you are going for a specific look you can't find here, let me know and we can try out somewhere new!
Location Guide
Charlotte Scenes
LaVianca + Shakim →
View sessions taken here
- There is a big field of lavender and a smaller field of eucalyptus
- There is also a lake in the back with a forest behind it.
- There are so many bees in the lavender when it's in bloom. They are the big, fluffy kind of bumble bees, but this is not a location for someone afraid of bees.
- If you are bringing additional friends or family they will need to pay a $15 per person entry fee.
Location fees: $45
Best Season: May and June
Carolina Lavender Farm in Gastonia
Stephanie + Nick →
Natalie + Tommy →
View sessions taken here
- A gorgeous beach with beautiful lighting on the shores of Lake Norman.
- Very easy to find with open parking.
- There are bathrooms for changing within a short driving distance.
- When you get to Jetton Park, just keep driving to the back of the loop until you see the beach on your right.
Location fees: None
Best Season: Any
Jetton Park in Cornelius
Becca + Conor →
Katy + Brandon →
View sessions taken here
- Foresty area with a small beach. There is also a wooden bench swing.
- Bathrooms are available right next to the lake for changing.
- There are quite a few bugs here so make sure to pack some bug spray!
- When you arrive, keep driving past the Historic House until the road ends at the Waterfront Picnic Area.
Location fees: None
Best Season: Any
Latta Nature Preserve in Huntersville
Kati + Curtis →
Heather + Corey →
View sessions taken here
- Beautiful park with lots of nature spots, but also with a view of the city skyline in the back.
- Wheelchair accessible
- No nearby bathrooms
- There is one street for parking, but parking is not allowed there during peak session times on weekdays. Be prepared to walk a bit to get here, or maybe plan to be dropped off.
Location fees: None
Best Season: Spring, Summer, & Fall
Marshall Park in Charlotte
Alicia + Joey →
Hannah + Trent →
View sessions taken here
- Stunning views of the surrounding hills from this overlook. No hiking is required, you can drive just right up to the overlook.
- There is a bathroom on site.
- Cell service is spotty.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Cars can sometimes block some of the good views, so it's best to be here on a weekday!
- When you arrive, follow the signs pointing you to the scenic overlook.
Location fees: None
Best Season: Spring, Summer, & Fall
Morrow Mountain in Albemarle
Danielle + Phillip →
View sessions taken here
- They are only available for photos the first Monday of every month.
- This is a beautiful Rose Garden with winding paths, cute little structures, and lots of greenery.
- They have their own little parking lot and an attached cafe.
- We will have to be courteous of other guests while we are here, as this is a smaller, public space.
Location fees: None
Best Season: Roses bloom from Early may through the fall
McGill Rose Garden in Charlotte
Bailey + Joe →
View sessions taken here
- Wide open pastures with a rustic fence around the perimeter. Beautiful golden hour light here.
- There is a lake in the back, but requires a minute or two of walking to get to it, so don't forget to bring a pair of walking shoes.
- Park in the last parking lot at the end of the road.
Location fees: None
Best Season: Any
Rob Wallace Park in Midland
Rheanna + Jackson →
View sessions taken here
- Beautiful park in the heart of the city. There's skyscrapers in the background, but there's still a lot of pretty nature spots and a wide open field.
- This park can get super crowded, so I always recommend coming here on a Monday to try and get the place as much to ourselves as possible.
- There is metered street parking, so plan a bit of extra time to find a parking spot.
Location fees: None
Best Season: Any
Romare Bearden Park in Charlotte
'Round Raleigh
There is a $65 travel fee for these locations
Cecilia + Ethan →
View sessions taken here
- Flower gardens are planted here in the spring with blooming trees, and there are sunflowers in the summer.
- Get a great view of the Raleigh skyline in the background.
- Bring some walking shoes. We'll walk a bit more here, and there are no paved paths.
- The park spans a huge area, but the best place to go is right by the Kirby Building on Dawkins Drive.
Location fees: None
Best Season: Daffodils bloom in mid february and sunflowers are there in July
Dorothea Dix Park in Raleigh
Sophie + Veronica →
View sessions taken here
- More of an industrial, city vibe with a gorgeous view of Raleigh's downtown. There is a rooftop lounge area with a view of the skyscrapers.
- There are also quite a few cute places close by we could walk to with picturesque streets and murals.
- The only parking available is city parking, so plan extra time to find a spot and pay the meter.
Location fees: None
Best Season: Any
The Dillon in Raleigh
Emelia + Wakefield →
Sophie + Veronica →
View sessions taken here
- A gorgeous open park near downtown Raleigh.
- There are some stone structures and even an amphitheater with steps behind the garden.
- This place can get extremely crowded, so weekday sessions are a must here.
Location fees: None
Best Season: The first two weeks in May
Raleigh Rose Garden
Meet at the Beach
There is a $250 travel fee for these locations
Spencer + Dave →
View sessions taken here
- A well maintained beach with white sands about 4 hours from Charlotte.
- The surrounding area is private homes, so parking may be hard to find close to the beach access point. Plan extra time to find a spot and walk a bit, or make plans to be dropped off.
- Make sure to bring appropriate shoes for walking in the sand.
Location fees: None
Best Season: Any
Driftwood Beach Access at Ocean Isle Beach
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