I was recently approached about doing an interview with the folks at Voyage Ohio – a wonderful digital magazine featuring local creatives, small businesses, and inspiring entrepreneurs, and of COURSE I jumped at the chance! I love being a small business and supporting other entrepreneurs like me – so to be included in their lineup was such an honor. Check out my featured interview below!
Summer wildflower sessions are open for booking! This location is fantastic – a beautiful greenhouse, an acre of wildflowers and manicured flower beds, fences and benches and more! We LOVE shooting here, it’s the perfect summer spot to capture warm, happy memories with your loved ones. Summer mini sessions are quick and low stress – perfect for kiddos, pets, and anyone else with a short attention span! There are limited time slots and these will go fast!
To think, I`ve been photographing this gorgeous family since their eldest was 1 year old! I can`t tell you how much it means to me to have my dear clients (many who become good friends!) come back year after year. I adore doing photos of couples as they are dating, get engaged, and get married (though I don`t do a ton of weddings anymore)! Babies are born and grow into toddlers and then teenagers, puppies are added to the family and smiles mature but never change. It`s a GIFT to be able to watch and also to be part of your journey. <3 Thank you, ALL of you, for being a part of my life and my business, I treasure each of my clients, new and returning!
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If you`ve watched this space for awhile, you know I have my favorite locations to shoot in. I frequent them often because they are versatile, look great at different angles, and come through for me over and over again.
However, I also LOVE shooting in new locations, and I also really enjoy the process of scouting and finding fun new spots! So when Mareena and her awesome mom Lisa approached me about doing a senior session with a graffiti background, I said YES!! Challenge accepted!! I found some of the coolest murals and graffiti near the art district in Franklinton, and we had a blast walking around chasing the light and the fantastic bright colored buildings.
If you ever have an idea for a custom shoot, location, or simply want to brainstorm about what your shoot could look like – I`d LOVE to hear from you!
Wildflower sessions are this weekend!! The greenhouse and grounds are BEAUTIFUL. I had one spot open up – come join Sarah and I in this dream of a location! We would love to see you! 😍☀️✨
Top 10 Locations for Family Photography in Columbus Ohio
Let’s face it, there are hundreds of beautiful locations for family sessions in the Columbus metro area! When it comes down to it, a good photographer can make any old place look cool with the right sort of angle, composition, and depth of field. All that to say, when you’ve been in the business of taking photos with families since 2012 like I have (how is this even possible?!?!), you are always on the lookout for new spots to shoot in. I don’t have my own studio (maybe one day!) and usually prefer to shoot outdoors, so the location possibilities are endless. This small list is a mix of newer spots I’ve found and loved and some old favorites. I hope photographers and clients alike find it useful! Here are my top 10 locations for family photography in Columbus, Ohio!
1. Be Changed Studios
Location: Westerville Website: https://www.bechangedstudio.com/ What I love: Fantastic natural light, lots of photo nooks, updated seasonal decor
What’s NOT to love?! This location is actually three separate studios rented out by the hour: the Loft, the Barn, and the Camper. All are decorated in a beautiful, warm, modern farmhouse style with whitewashed walls and neutral furniture. The Loft and Barn are stocked with seasonal props and greens/flowers, studio backdrops, and many little vignettes to shoot in. Natural light streams through the large windows, even on cloudy days. There are restrooms in each! The owners are fantastic. I really love this place, and it’s 100% worth the money when you need an indoor studio to shoot in!
This beautiful place is a photographer’s dream! And no wonder, it is owned by a wonderfully talented photographer! The property has two separate studios that are rented out by the hour: the Greenhouse and the Barn, both surrounded by 2 acres of manicured gardens and fields of wildflowers. I haven’t had the chance to shoot here yet, but I have many sessions booked for the coming months when wildflowers are blooming! The booking process was easy and straightforward, and the property’s rules clearly stated. I’m SO excited to shoot here! Come back soon to see lots of photos I’ll be sharing from this location.
This park is a tried and true favorite. The gardens are gorgeous and well cared for year round, with many seasonal plants and displays. There are so many great spaces for photos, including the rose garden, the secret garden, the gazebo, the waterfall, multiple bridges, the tree house… the list goes on! The wonderful mix of buildings, gardens, and natural foliage make this the perfect place for capturing family photos.
Location: Westerville Website:https://uptownwestervilleinc.com/ What I love: Quaint old town vibes, lots of color and texture, beautiful store fronts
I’ll never tire of shooting in Uptown. The historic brick buildings, tree lined streets, colorful store fronts, and tucked away alleys provide a diverse and appealing backdrop. There are little photo vignettes everywhere you look! I love the pots overflowing with colorful flowers hanging from streetlamps and placed along the walkways during the warmer months. The shops and restaurants are fanstastic… Not to mention, there are TWO great coffee shops to choose from, which pretty much makes it a perfect place to me.
Highbanks is probably my favorite metro park to shoot in, mainly due to the easy river bed access. Shooting in a river bed or on the shore gives so many beautiful texture and background options, and is something different from other parks around. And isn’t flowing water so lovely and calming? It’s nice to dip our feet in the water during hot temps as well. Highbanks also offers many beautiful walking paths, wooded areas, and fields of tall grasses and flowers.
Location: Bexley Website:https://bexley.org/jeffreymansion/ What I love: Historic setting, mix of manicured and natural foliage, large picturesque outdoor staircase
The grounds of this estate are gorgeous. Not only is the building itself elegant and beautiful, but the surrounding outbuildings and park are just as perfect. Wooded areas, stone walls and sweeping staircases, and tucked away gardens are just a few of the lovely areas to explore. The inside of the building is able to be rented out for events, but the outside and grounds are on public property and available for use anytime!
This location has it all. The beautiful restored white barn, elegant brick outbuildings, a serene pond and bridge, and grassy field stretching out from the property. It really is a photographer’s dream! This is a public park, but the barn hosts many private events. There are open public hours in which you can shoot indoors, however! This location is beautiful at any time of year, even in winter. You can’t go wrong choosing this one.
I love an old red barn. This one happens to be on public property toward the back of McNamara Park just a few miles north of Maxtown Road in Westerville. Often during the warmer months, you’ll find a field of wildflowers or tall grasses near the barn as well. It’s a lovely pop of color and a fun option for family photos!
Location: Granville Website:https://granvilleinn.com/ What I love: Beautiful grounds, historic buildings, charming old town vibes
The Granville Inn is an elegant historic hotel surrounded by the quaint streets and colorful shop windows of Granville. Directly across the street is the Buxton Inn, a charming inn and tavern filled with lots of character and history!
Location: Columbus Website: https://parkofroses.org/ What I love: Manicured gardens, mix of structures & foliage, lots of photo nooks
Another tried and true favorite, the Columbus Park of Roses will never disappoint. The beautiful rose gardens stretch out across the grounds, with wrought iron gazebos, a gorgeous fountain, and other timeless structures sprinkled throughout. There is no shortage of unique foliage and photo nooks here!
I hope you’ve enjoyed my Top 10 Locations for Family Photography in Columbus Ohio. If you have locations I should add to the list, drop me a reply or Contact Me – I’d love to hear your thoughts!
NOW BOOKING Spring Mini Sessions! I can’t WAIT to capture sweet moments with you and your loved ones amidst the warmth and fresh blooms of spring! You know that I LOVE to capture real moments of joy with you and your loved ones – and all in a relaxed, fun, NO STRESS atmosphere. Sarah and I have a blast no matter what session we are in, but there is something so special about spring after what feels like ENDLESS months of cold and gloom!! This is the perfect time to get outside, enjoy the amazing warmth that we’ve been waiting so many months for, not to mention the new life bursting out around us!! And yes – I will have rain dates in case of crazy weather!
Time passes SO quickly and this stage of life is fleeting – don’t wait another moment for fresh, beautiful, warm images of those you love! (Also – don’t forget to join my VIP email list to get special offers, exclusive discounts, and first dibs on time slots for all mini sessions! JOIN HERE!)
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