Look around you. Our amazing world is an unmatchable backdrop for your photos. And if we time it right, the sun serves as the best lighting possible. Cloudy days, especially, are fantastic, since the clouds diffuse the light and leave us with soft colors and natural facial expressions (no squinting!).
What time of year is best for outdoor pictures? Really, the answer is EVERY season!
- Summer: warm weather, green grass, long daylight hours, and fun in the sun.
- Fall: breathtaking colors, crisp weather, and lots of leaves.
- Winter: soft light, rosey cheeks, warm fuzzy mittens and hats, and if you’re really fortunate … snow!
- Spring: flowers and blooms galore.
So, the only question is … WHERE SHOULD WE GO?!
Here are just a few ideas:
Your backyard or neighborhood park – Your child is relaxed and comfortable in and around your home … and it shows in his or her picture! Additionally, it’s nice to capture images of your child playing in his favorite sandbox, or swinging on his favorite swing.
Carousel Park- Pike Creek, DE – Horses, trails, ponds, and rolling hills, the only hard part is deciding where to take the picture. This is a pet-friendly park, so bring fido along and include him in the picture.
Fair Hill Park – Fair Hill, MD – The Fair Hill grounds are extensive and include trails, horses farms, and lots of trees. This is the perfect spot if you love nature.
White Clay Park – Newark, DE – The park currently features some 3,384 acres of scenic land in Delaware and Pennsylvania. We can discuss which area will be right for your family.
Lums Pond State Park – Bear, DE – Built around the largest freshwater pond in Delaware, the park features trails, boating, a playground, and lots of pretty scenery.
Main Street – Newark, DE or Elkton, MD – Whether it’s in Elkton or Newark, there’s something about the energy on Main Street that makes for a great picture. Both areas have cool old buildings and lots of history.
Brandywine Park- Wilmington, DE – Alongside the Brandywine River sits formal gardens, The Josphine Fountain, trails, bridges, and more.
Brandywine Zoo* – Wilmington, DE – Delaware’s only zoo is located a few steps from the Brandywine River. The 12-acre zoo features Siberian tigers, river otters, and other animals native to the Americas and the temperate areas of Asia.
Rockford Park – Wilmington, DE – Rockford Park boasts large open spaces surrounded by beautiful wooded areas, and, of course, the 100-year-old Rockford Tower.
Rockwood Park and Mansion – Wilmington, DE – Both the beautiful landscape garden and mansion serve as lovely backdrops for formal and fun shoots.
Gibraltor Gardens – Wilmington, DE – Beautiful outdoor gardens with brick walkways, winding stairs, pillars, and statues. An absolute favorite with clients!
Longwood Gardens* – Kennett Square, DE – Indoor and outdoor year-round botanical and sculptured gardens.
Milburn Orchards – Elkton, MD – This long-time apple orchard has acres of trees as well as a childrens’ play area and petting zoo.
Battery Park – Old New Castle, DE – The play area at this park is right by the Delaware river with a view of the bridge. Additionaly, Old New Castle is right around the corner, and features cobble-stoned streets and old architecture.
The Newark Reservoir – Newark, DE – If you like pictures that have nothing but green grass and blue sky in the background, this is the place. Additionally, if you’re in the mood to hike to the top, we can shoot by the water or overlooking the town of Newark.
The Beach** – Delaware, New Jersey – Both the beach and the boardwalk serve as a wonderful place for photos.
* Entrance fee. Call for current rates.
** An additional $100 travel fee will be added to your session fee.
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