Now where do you want to go?
Deciding on the perfect spot for photos can be stressful! I'm always open to shooting at new places but here are some places I've already been to give you some inspo.
Baton Rouge
Downtown gives us a ton of different background options from rooftop parking garages to a field overlooking the Mississippi.
PROs: Free, Multiple background options
CONs: No restrooms (may have to change in the car).
one of my favorite places in baton rouge. perfect for engagement photos, seniors, or family photos. there is a $75 photo fee and reservations must be made ahead of time.
PROs: Private, Multiple background options, clean.
CONs: closes at 5pm .
a perfect spot for indoor and outdoor photos. there is a $150 photo fee for regular sessions and $300 photo fee for bridal portraits. reservations must be made ahead of time and they do not take weekend reservations.
PROs: Private, indoor (weather is not an issue), changing room, clean.
CONs: The sun shines directly on the back of the building so depending on the time of day the outdoor lighting can be harsh and not ideal.
another favorite spot of mine. i love the quiet feeling of this place. it's a perfect spot for any session type. they close at 5pm but the grounds remain open until sunset. there is $45 photo fee for photos taken before 5pm.
PROs: quiet, fairly private, bathroom is available before 5pm.
CONs: the ground is mostly grass so if it HAS rained within the week it can potentially be muddy.
an obvious choice for graduating seniors but it can also be beautiful for engagement photos or family photos!
PROs: Multiple background options that vary from greenery to different architectures.
CONs: it's a college campus so there is no guarantee to specific spots, parking, or bathrooms.
MOST restaurants and bars are happy to have us with a little heads up. We're usually able to get in an hour before they open and they just ask that we tag them in any post.
New Orleans
City Park
City park is a beautiful option for any photo session.
Pros: tons of different background options, perfect for any time of THE day.
Cons: no public restrooms, potentially crowded
within city park there is
the botanical gardens and the new orleans museum of art Both of these options are two of MY favorites in new orleans.
Botanical gardens
$75 photo fee + admissions fee. must be reserved ahead of time. free admissions on wednesdays for louisiana residents. close at 4/4:30.
PROS: beautiful gardens, ponds, and two indoor areas.
CONS: POTENTIALLY CROWDED, november and december they are set up for christmas in the oaks.
museum of art
$500 photo fee. must be reserved ahead of time. included in this is solo use of the museum. can only take sessions the hour before they open or after they close.
PROS: art, architecture, indoor + outdoor, private.
CONS: no flash photography in any OF THE roomS. some rooms are off limits due to licensing.
another favorite spot of mine in new orleans. perfect for engagements and bridals. it feels like a little italian villa! $150 photo fee or $300 photo fee for 2 hours and to use their changing room.
PROs: Multiple background options that vary from greenery to different architectures, private, quiet.
CONs: they are strict on times, lots of lizards.
a classic new orleans spot. last time i checked there was a $150 photo fee and it includes a changing area and solo venue access.
PROs: indoor/outdoor options
CONs: i don't really have any cons for here.
a bit of a hidden gem. last time i checked there was a $200 photo fee and it includes a changing area and solo venue access.
PROs: indoor/outdoor options
CONs: smaller venue
french quater, central business district, warehouse district
PROS: EXPLORING THE CITY, ENDLESS AMOUNT OF PHOTO SPOTS.
CONS: NO SPOT TO CHANGE, WANDERING AROUND TO FIND SPOTS (COULD BE A PRO IF YOU LIKE WALKING), DODGING OTHER PEOPLE/CARS SO THEY AREN'T IN YOUR PHOTOS
such a cute little spot in new orleans. love the idea of something fun and casual here. there's also a dock FULL OF BOATS near the restaurants
PROs: "beachy", greenery, casual
Cons: can be crowded at certain times, can be windy.
ST. FRANCISVILLE
A MIX OF GARDEN AND OAK TREES. $7 ENTRANCE FEE PER PERSON. CLOSE AT 4:45
PROs: greenery, FIELDS, GARDEN, GREENHOUSE, FLOWERS
Cons: THIS IS A HOT SPOT FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS SO WE WILL MOST LIKELY BE FIGHTING FOR SPOTS WITH OTHER PEOPLE.
AN UNDER-RATED PHOTO SPOT IN ST. FRAN.
PROs: greenery, POND, FLOWERS
Cons: THIS IS SUPPOSEDLY ONE OF THE MOST HAUNTED PLACES IN THE US ...
COVINGTON | MANDEVILLE
I LOVE HOW VERSATILE THIS PLACE IS. $3 ENTRANCE FEE.
PROs: greenery, BEACH, LOTS OF OPEN SPACE, PERFECT AT GOLDEN HOUR
Cons: VERY POPULAR ON THE WEEKENDS.
IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A HOTEL VIBE THIS PLACE IS PERFECT! $100 PHOTO FEE. PHOTO SESSIONS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE MONDAY-FRIDAY BEFORE 3PM.
PROs: INDOOR/OUTDOOR. DIFFERENT ROOMS FOR PHOTOS.
Cons: THIS IS STILL A HOTEL SO THERE WILL BE OTHER PEOPLE AROUND. BAR IS ALWAYS CROWDED.
BETWEEN BATON ROUGE + NEW ORLEANS
A FEW CUTE SPOTS I'VE FOUND SINCE LIVING HERE.
PROs: SEClUDED, QUIET
Cons: bugs/ticks - bring bug spray.
simple but beautiful! oak tree pathway, open fields, and the levee.
PROs: SEClUDED, QUIET
Cons: avoid coming here on the weekends due to this being next to an all mens silent retreat house.
Looking for something different?
Red Bluff - Morgantown, MS - $100 travel fee
Bay Saint Louis - $75 Travel Fee
OBA | Gulf Shores
$250 Travel Fee
