Locations
To help you plan your next photo session, here is a list of locations where I have previously had sessions. You can choose from this list or suggest another location you have in mind. These are just my go-to favorites.
Once you book, I'll provide a more extensive guide to locations all over the city and surrounding areas.
See the end for some locations on my "bucket list".
Confluence
Address: 310 W Mitchell St, San Antonio, TX
Best time of Day: Morning or Evening Golden Hour
Best time of year: Spring and Fall
Fees: $50
Pros: Offers a variety of backdrops in a small area, a mix of urban and natural elements, and signature architecture unique to SA. There's also a parking lot.
Cons: There are occasionally events or yoga occurring under the pavilion on the weekends
Need to Knows: The parking lot is small
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Joshua Springs
Address: 716 FM 289, Comfort, TX
Best time of Day: Evening Golden Hour
Best time of year: Year Round
Fees: $0
Pros: Large parking, bathrooms, several backdrop options with the river and grassy hill
Cons: Can't swim in the river
Need to Knows:
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Cibolo Nature Center
Address: 140 City Park Rd, Boerne, TX
Best time of Day: Morning or Evening Golden Hour
Best time of year: Spring through Fall
Fees: $25
Pros: Beautiful fields, pathways, and creek offer stunning backdrops year round. Bathrooms available
Cons: Very popular spot for photos, especially in the evenings, and crazy busy during November
Need to Knows: Small parking lots are available but fill up fast in the evenings during fall
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Hardberger Park
Address: 8400 NW Military Hwy, San Antonio, TX
Best time of Day: Evening Golden Hour
Best time of year: Spring through Fall
Fees: $0
Pros: There is a large parking lot within walking distance of photo spots, beautiful golden colors, great spot for sunset, architectural elements
Cons: Very busy during October - November
Need to Knows: I'll only do sessions here in the morning on weekends during the fall.
Helotes Park
Address: Name and Address provided upon booking
Best time of Day: Evening Golden Hour
Best time of year: Spring and Fall
Fees: $40
Pros: Small, somewhat hidden natural area, there is a hike to an overlook
Cons: Very few parking spaces (hence my keeping location secret)
Need to Knows: There is a bumpy dirt road when you enter. Portapotty is available
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SA Botanical Gardens
Address: 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX
Best time of Day: Morning
Best time of year: Spring and Fall
Fees: $50
Pros: There is a large parking lot, greenery year-round
Cons: During certain times of year there are large displays or events
Need to Knows: Sessions begin based on opening and closing times
Guadalupe River State Park
Address: 3350 Park Rd 31, Spring Branch, TX 78070
Best time of Day: Sunrise or evening Golden hour
Best time of year: Spring through Fall
Fees: $7 per vehicle - exact change is best
Pros: Ability to get in water when its hot out, fall colors
Cons: Summer evenings are very busy
Need to Knows: Best for families willing to get in the water since kids will want to play in the water. Very rocky shoreline so bring appropriate shoes
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Walker Ranch
Address: 12603 West Ave, San Antonio, TX
Best time of Day: Evening golden hour
Best time of year: Late spring and Fall
Fees: $0
Pros: A small nature spot that doesn't require venturing too far from the parking lot. Can see planes and deer. There's a restroom.
Cons: Small parking lots are usually full because its a popular park for exercising, photography, and kids
Need to Knows: Its a very popular spot in the evenings during Fall and kids will want to play on the playground
Bullis County Park
Address: 27583 Old Blanco Rd, San Antonio, TX 78260
Best time of Day: Evening Golden hour
Best time of year: Spring
Fees: $o
Pros: Beautiful wildflowers from end of March to early May
Cons: Park closes earlier than sunset for most of the year
Need to Knows:
Southtown
Address: Brick and Blue Star Arts Complex / King William District
Best time of Day: Sunrise
Best time of year: Year round
Fees: $0 however parking will soon no longer be free at Brick Blue Star
Pros: Urban feel with access to the San Antonio River and King William neighborhood
Cons: Parking may be limited at the Arts Complex or in neighborhood
Need to Knows: Can be distracting for young kids since its busy with people running/walking dogs, but also lots of things to see and explore. Involves steps and lots of walking.
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Canyon Lake
Address: Overlook Park, 601 Coe Rd, Canyon Lake, TX 78133
Best time of Day: Evening Golden hour
Best time of year: Year round
Fees: $0
Pros: Best way to beat the Texas heat during a summer session and kids love playing in the sand and waves
Cons: Can be busy in the summer during the evening and the parking lot will close once full. Very limited parking spots are available.
Need to Knows: There is a rocky slope to the water front
New Braunfels Park
Address: Given at time of booking
Best time of Day: Sunrise
Best time of year: Spring through Fall
Fees: $0
Pros: Quiet park with river access. Plenty of parking
Cons: Need to start as close to sunrise as possible to avoid crowds
Need to Knows: Its a small park with only a few spots for photo ops so its important to go when there won't be a lot of people there
New Braunfels Bridge
Address: Given at time of booking
Best time of Day: Sunrise or evening Golden hour
Best time of year: Spring through Fall
Fees: a travel fee will be applied
Pros: Best way to beat the Texas heat during a summer session and kids love playing in the sand and waves
Cons: Can be busy in the summer during the evening
Need to Knows: Location suggestion given upon booking or dependent on where client is staying
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Crescent Bend
Address: 12780 W Schaefer Rd, Cibolo, TX 78108
Best time of Day: Evening Golden Hour
Best time of year: Spring through Fall
Fees: $0
Pros: Less popular spot so usually not crowded
Cons: Lots of ants on these trails, so closed toe shoes are recommended
Need to Knows: Creek is located outside of the park
The Beach
Address: Port Aransas / Corpus Christi
Best time of Day: Sunrise or evening Golden hour
Best time of year: Spring through Fall
Fees: a travel fee will be applied
Pros: Best way to beat the Texas heat during a summer session and kids love playing in the sand and waves
Cons: Can be busy in the summer during the evening
Need to Knows: Location suggestion given upon booking or dependent on where client is staying
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Kendalia Greenhouse
Address: Private property. Address given after booking
Best time of Day: Morning to Early Afternoon
Best time of year: Year round (summer can be hot in greenhouse)
Fees: $150
Pros: Private property allows for more intimate poses and wardrobes. Greenhouse also means you could have your session if its raining (but not pouring)
Cons:
Need to Knows: Bumpy dirt road leads to the property
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Pederales Falls
Address: 2585 Park Rd 6026, Johnson City, TX 78636
Best time of Day: Sunrise or Evening Golden hour
Best time of year: Spring through Fall
Fees: entrance fee per vehicle (exact cash is recommended)
Pros: Best way to beat the Texas heat during a summer session and kids love playing in the river
Cons: Can be busy in the summer during the evening, especially weekends
Need to Knows: There are rocky/sandy trails leading to the river. Best for family with older kids
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The Lumen Room
Address: 816 Camaron St Suite 2.01, San Antonio, TX 78212
Best time of Day: Morning to Early Afternoon
Best time of year: Year round
Fees: $150
Pros: Simple backdrops, nice furniture, not a lot of things for kids to mess with or be distracted by
Cons:
Need to Knows: Located on the 2nd floor but there is an elevator. Parking is across the street under the overpass.
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Eleven Hundred Collective
Address: 1100 Broadway #311, San Antonio, TX 78215
Best time of Day: Mid to Late Afternoon
Best time of year: Year round
Fees: $150
Pros: Two studios are available: Spring and 1100 The larger studio, 1100, has various wall colors from large white wall, to a grey brick, to a moving wall with black and various colored sides
Cons: 3rd floor and no elevator
Need to Knows: There is a changing room in the larger studio. Street parking only.
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There are several spots around downtown where I'd love to photograph a family or maternity session. These would be best for families with kids who can be held entire session or who are old enough to trust not to run into traffic. Examples of areas are: Courthouse, San Pedro Creek, Peacock Alley. These sessions take place mid-morning, preferably on a weekday.
Downtown San Antonio
I'm looking for a family or two who is vacationing in West Texas to book a session while they visit Big Bend, Marfa, White Sands, or Davis Mountains. The first family to book me will have their session fee waived and only need to pay my travel fee (covers my ability to stay overnight).
West Texas
Located outside Fredericksburg, this beautiful park offers scenic views of the hill country. A sunrise session is ideal in warmer months, but golden hour is magical. I'll waive a travel fee for the first family to book a session here, follows my wardrobe advice, and signs my model release
Enchanted Rock
Bucket List Locations
The Missions are an iconic backdrop for sessions but there are a few Need to Knows before you settle on this option. First sessions are only allowed between 9 am and 4:30 pm, when the sunlight is harsh. Second, you need to apply for a permit at minimum two weeks in advance. The permit fee costs $50 and is non-refundable. There is an additional $50 for the location (this number is subject to change). These costs will be included on your invoice as I will need to submit the application as the photographer. Lastly, if there is a wedding or event happening on the day of your session, you cannot have a session. The park will notify me when your application is being processed.
The Alamo does not allow portrait photography except for special events.
The Missions
This favorite hangout spot in San Antonio has a lot to offer for photos but it's not a good fit for most sessions. I will also only do sessions at this location on weekday mornings. Since it is such a popular spot, it has become too crowded for majority of sessions. It can also be extremely distracting for children
