Portrait Session Ideas
{Time}
The BEST lighting is 1-2 hours before sunset. We suggest scheduling shoots later in the evening, closer to when the sun will set.
{Location}
We can come to your home or choose from any of the ones below. Feel free to make suggestions if you don't see it on the list.
Cooks Creek Arboretum - Bridgewater, VA
Wildwood Park - Bridgewater, VA
Oakdale Park - Bridgewater, VA
Bridgeview Park - Bridgewater, VA
One Eleven South Main - Bridgewater, VA
JMU Forbes Center - Harrisonburg, VA
Purcell Park - Harrisonburg, VA
Hillandale Park - Harrisonburg, VA
Massanutten Library - Harrisonburg, VA
Back Home on the Farm - Harrisonburg, VA
Mountain View Park - Grottoes, VA
Gypsy Hill Park - Staunton, VA
Montgomery Hall Park - Staunton, VA
Frontier Culture Museum - Staunton, VA
Carter Coffman Christmas Tree Farm
No travel fee but there is a grounds fee (which the client is responsible for).
Engagements are included when booking wedding at a venue.
JMU Arboretum - Harrisonburg, VA
White Oak Lavender Farm -Harrisonburg, VA
Willow Spring Farm - Bridgewater, VA
Cross Keys Vineyard - Mt Crawford, VA
Bluestone Vineyard - Bridgewater. VA
Barn at Walnut Grove - Elkton, VA
On Sunny Slope Farm - Harrisonburg, VA
The Columns at Six Penny Farm - McGaheysville, VA
Pebble Hall Wildwflower - Weyers Cave, VA
Swannanoa Palace - Afton, VA
Evergreen Christmas Tree Farm - Keezletown, VA
More beautiful places but travel fees will apply, depending on mileage from 24471.
Blue Ridge Parkway Afton, VA
Reddish Knob - North River, VA
Carter Mountain Orchard - Charlottesville, VA
Chiles Peach Orchard - Crozet, VA
Spring Valley Orchard - Afton, VA
Showalter's Orchard - Timberville, VA
{Props}
Props are a fun addition to any photo shoot.
You are more than welcome to bring as many as you'd like.
Another Chance Rentals & Valley Heirlooms also offers props you could rent.
Blanket
Chair
Stool
Couch
Basket
Crate
Banner
Wooden/Plastic Letter
Small chalkboard with writing
Stuffed animal
Favorite toy
Umbrella
Bubbles
Sports equipment
Musical instrument
Large photo frame
Mirror
Books
Bicycle
Truck
Suitcase
Globe
Vintage baby carriage
Seasonal fruits & vegetables
{Outfits}
A change of outfits gives some variety to a shoot and we welcome outfit changes. However, since it takes away time from the session, please be aware there will be less photos. Outfits are so fun to plan, but there is so many choices, it can make your head spin.
{First and foremost, make sure the outfits everyone is wearing are comfortable. Otherwise, some faces might not look so happy in the photos, and SMILES are just as important as pretty outfits.}
{Choose 2-3 colors to work with. Try not to do too matchy-matchy where everyone wears the same top and bottom.}
{Play with patterns! They add depth to the photos.}
{Accessorize! Add in scarves, hats, jewelry, ties, colorful shoes/socks, etc.}
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