Two smiling young women with curly hair pose together outdoors in a sunny field.

Location Guide

Help to pick the right location for your portrait session.
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Ready to capture the perfect session? Your location sets the vibe, so choose a spot that truly reflects you! Whether it’s the peaceful beauty of a local nature preserve or the energy of a downtown cityscape, the right setting can make all the difference.

Looking for something a little different? I’d love to brainstorm with you!

Check out my top location suggestions below and let me know which one you love best.

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Location #1


Inniswood Metro Gardens

www.Inniswood.org


Inniswood Metro Gardens is my favorite place for portraits. It is located in Westerville, OH. This location has more than 2,000 species of plants, along with specialty collections and themed gardens, such as a children’s garden and the Rose, Herb, Conifer, and Woodland Rock Gardens.


Walking: The park features easy walking on paved paths with minimal hills or steps.

Restroom: Yes, there are restrooms located at both ends of the park.

Parking: There is plenty of parking near the entrance.



A smiling brunette teen girl with long straight hair poses in a garden wearing a black top.
Happy family of six hugging outdoors surrounded by colorful autumn foliage in a fall portrait.
Smiling blonde woman in hot pink ruffled dress posing in sunlit field.
Two young women with curly auburn hair pose closely together in a soft outdoor portrait.
A smiling teenage girl with long hair leans on a chair surrounded by lush green garden foliage.
Beautiful young blonde woman smiling outdoors near tropical green and purple foliage.
Young woman with curly auburn hair and gold layered necklaces poses outdoors in a white top.
Blonde woman in bright pink mini dress standing in decorated doorway smiling.
A young woman in a black dress sits on rocks beside a serene waterfall in a lush garden.
Smiling couple holding their baby girl outdoors with vibrant autumn trees in the background.
Smiling young woman in a brown tube top and jeans stands in a garden with pink roses.
A smiling young woman in a pink top and white ripped jeans poses under a rustic wooden structure.
Smiling young woman with curly hair sits on rocks in a brown tube top and jeans near a waterfall.
Blonde woman in pink ruffled dress looking back over shoulder in garden.
Smiling young woman with curly hair sits against a stone wall in a white top and ripped jeans.

Location #2


Downtown Newark, OH

www.exploelc.org


Immerse yourself in the charm of vintage brick buildings with an urban feel, including the historic Newark Arcade, the iconic Pearl Street bridge (known as the catwalk), and the vibrant Canal Market area.


Walking: Stroll with ease on sidewalks and flat terrain.

Restroom: Restroom facilities may be available at local businesses in case of emergencies.

Parking: On-street parking is generally in abundance.



Young woman in stunning pink ruffled prom gown posing in an elegant indoor shopping arcade.
Smiling young man in plaid shirt, jeans, and boots leans against weathered brick wall outdoors.
Smiling teenage girl in red dress sitting cross-legged on brick pathway in urban setting.
Two smiling graduates in green and white cap and gown sitting on brick path with American flag backdrop.
Two graduates in red and white running and laughing in front of historic building.
Smiling young girl with curly hair and braces in red sweater sitting outdoors in snow near Christmas tree.
Smiling young Asian man with auburn hair in plaid shirt leaning on metal staircase railing outdoors.
Smiling blonde graduate in blue cap and gown leans against red brick wall for senior portrait.
Teen couple posing in prom attire, girl in pink ruffled gown and boy in gray suit with bow tie.
Young man in flamingo print navy shirt sitting on steps near stone columns.
Graduate in white dress tossing green cap in front of historic courthouse building.
Young woman in red sundress smiling on urban sidewalk with brick building background.
Smiling teen boy in Newark Wildcats sweatshirt and beanie holds skateboard at outdoor skate park.
Smiling young man with auburn hair in beige sweater sits against exposed brick wall for portrait.
Smiling young woman with short blonde hair in floral off-shoulder lavender top poses against red brick wall.
Young man with auburn highlighted hair in plaid jacket poses on urban street with bokeh lights.
Young woman with long brown hair in white off-shoulder top posing against glass window outdoors.
Blue-eyed blonde teen girl in mustard yellow sweater poses thoughtfully among tall golden grasses.
Brunette woman in black velvet outfit smiling over shoulder for senior portrait.
Laughing young man in plaid shirt leans against white painted brick wall with hands in pockets.
Smiling graduate in red cap and gown sitting on brick path for senior photo.
Young man in beige sweater stands with arms crossed smiling before weathered turquoise brick wall.
Stylish young man with pink hair in puffer vest and jeans posing on urban outdoor steps.
Smiling blonde teen in mustard sweater, brown hat, and plaid scarf holds open book outside bookstore.

Location #3


Downtown Granville, OH

www.granvilleoh.us


Discover the charm of Granville, OH, a delightful village in Licking County. Stroll along the brick streets, admire the wrought iron-gated homes, and explore the unique shops and breweries. Don't miss the opportunity to visit The Buxton Inn, Granville Inn, and other historic landmarks on Broadway Row.


Walking: Enjoy a leisurely walk on smooth sidewalks with mostly flat terrain.

Restroom: Convenient access to local business facilities in case of emergencies.

Parking: Please note that parking on Broadway is often very crowded, plan to arrive early.



Confident young woman in beige crop top and white ripped jeans posing outside a pink building.
Smiling teen girl with long highlighted hair in a pink crop top leaning against a stone wall outdoors.
Smiling young woman with curly hair wearing a beige halter crop top and white jeans, posing outdoors.
Young blonde woman with long wavy hair wearing a gray turtleneck, posing with hands behind her head.
Smiling teenage girl with long wavy highlighted hair wearing a pink top sitting on brick steps outdoors.
Young woman in a coral dress with curly hair smiling over her shoulder outdoors near a house.
Young woman with curly hair smiling in a peach sundress leaning against a storefront window.
Teen girl holding gold number 16 balloons in front of a green hedge wall at a birthday celebration.
Smiling young blonde woman in gray turtleneck and black jacket standing near metal staircase outdoors.
Young woman with curly hair in a white halter top smiling outdoors against a rustic stone wall.
Smiling young woman with long blonde wavy hair wearing white v-neck top and black ripped jeans outdoors.

Location #4


Bryn Du Mansion

www.bryndu.com


Capture the timeless beauty of the historic Bryn Du Mansion. This 52-acre estate is in the charming village of Granville, Ohio. The Bryn Du property, once known as "McCune's Villa," has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1982. Please note that access to the mansion may be limited during private events. Permission must be obtained before booking this location.


Walking: Enjoy a leisurely walk on smooth sidewalks with mostly flat terrain.

Restroom: Convenient access to local business facilities in case of emergencies.

Parking: Please note that parking can be crowded on Broadway.



Extended family of seven smiling together outdoors on garden steps with a historic building behind them.
Smiling couple holding hands and walking together through a lush green park on a summer day.
Family playing with a ball outdoors on green grass, children laughing with parents and grandparents.
Happy couple holding hands and laughing while walking through a lush green park together.
Loving middle-aged couple smiling at each other in a lush green outdoor park setting.
Family of four smiling together outdoors, seated on grass in front of a stone wall with lush greenery.
Joyful couple posing on a stone wall outdoors, woman hugging man from behind in a green park.
Extended family of seven smiling together outdoors surrounded by lush green summer foliage.

Location #5


The Ohio State University - Newark Campus

www.newark.osu.edu


Discover a campus that sprawls across 200 acres, offering a harmonious blend of nature and modern architecture. From picturesque walking trails to serene ponds, charming bridges, and state-of-the-art educational buildings, this location is a haven for nature lovers and enthusiasts of modern design. With an amphitheater, fountain ponds, covered bridges, and blooming wildflowers year-round, it's an ideal destination for all.


Walking: Enjoy leisurely strolls on well-maintained sidewalks and mostly level terrain.

Restroom: Please note that there are no restrooms available

Parking: Parking is conveniently located throughout the campus.


Blonde woman in orange jumpsuit holding yellow wildflowers in a field near a red barn.
Smiling young woman in black sweater and burgundy pants crouching on an urban walkway.
Smiling young woman in white crop top and khaki shorts standing arms crossed before glass building.
Teen boy in maroon varsity letterman jacket leaning against concrete pillar with autumn foliage background.
Young woman in orange polka dot dress holding straw hat in autumn park.
Laughing young person with pink hair crouching in Newark Wildcats sweatshirt.
Smiling young blonde woman in pink crop top leaning against concrete column outdoors.
Young woman in orange polka dot dress posing against colorful children's artwork wall.
Young woman sitting cross-legged on grass surrounded by bronze animal sculptures outdoors.
Young man in varsity jacket sitting relaxed in open door of red pickup truck outdoors.
Young blonde woman with bob haircut resting chin on hand in outdoor portrait.
Young person with pink hair leaning on railing in black puffer jacket outdoors.
Blonde woman in colorful striped sweater leaning against glass wall with reflection visible.
Young woman in white lace dress sitting gracefully against teal diamond tile wall, smiling brightly.
Smiling young person with pink hair leaning against concrete wall in black puffer jacket.
Smiling blonde woman in white fuzzy vest and jeans leaning on a wooden fence outdoors.
Teen baseball player in Eagles jersey number 11 holding glove in dugout behind chain-link fence.
Smiling young woman in orange dress playing ukulele outdoors under large tree.
Smiling young person with pink hair leaning on bridge railing in black jacket.
Happy young blonde woman sitting outdoors with spotted dog on sunny day.

Location #6


Denison University

www.denison.edu

Nestled in Granville, OH, Denison University stands as a premier liberal arts college, offering stunning panoramic views and picturesque settings from its elevated location.


Walking: It may be challenging to walk due to numerous steps and changing terrain.

Restroom: There are no restroom facilities available.

Parking: Visitor parking garage offers easy parking.


Smiling teenage boy in a plaid shirt sits on steps beside large stone columns outdoors.
Couple posing in front of a white building, man in navy suit kissing woman in white dress.
Red-haired woman with freckles and glasses posing outdoors in a white dress in warm sunlight.
Smiling teenage girl with long brown hair sitting on metal grate stairs wearing a gray vest and sweater.
Teen boy with curly blonde hair sitting on a wooden bench surrounded by bright yellow sunflowers outdoors.
Smiling teen boy in striped sweater sitting on stone ledge in outdoor campus setting.
Smiling teen girl with long hair wearing a black vest and white sweater sitting cross-legged outdoors.
Smiling teenage boy in a black polo shirt sits on a ledge along a tree-lined walkway.
Young man in a navy blazer smiling confidently in front of a white decorative doorway outdoors.
Smiling young woman in light blue strapless dress walking on brick campus pathway.
Smiling teenage girl with long wavy hair wearing a black puffer vest sitting against a red brick wall.
Smiling young man with curly blonde hair wearing a red plaid flannel shirt leaning against a white wall.
Smiling teenage boy with curly blond hair wears a light blue Nike hoodie indoors.
Smiling teenage boy in plaid shirt leaning against stone column outdoors.

Location #7


Be Changed Studio


Come to Be Changed Studios in New Albany, OH to experience three exclusive photography studios, specially crafted for indoor sessions throughout the year. This private property offers the ideal boho setting for your portrait session.

bechangedstudio.com




Professional woman in black dress sitting in wicker chair, smiling confidently against neutral backdrop.
Bearded man in beige hoodie and Titleist beanie smiling surrounded by white hanging flowers indoors.
A smiling woman in a white blazer, black top, and ripped jeans poses confidently against a decorative backdrop.
Close-up portrait of young woman with green eyes and nose ring beside white flowers in soft light.
Smiling woman in white blazer and jeans sitting on brown leather sofa with Apple laptop on coffee table.
Blonde woman in black dress sitting on tan leather sofa smiling in a modern interior setting.
Smiling woman with wavy blonde hair wearing a bright pink blazer and white top, leaning against a wall indoors.

Location #8


Your School


Your house or school is the perfect setting for senior photos, filled with personal memories and significance, capturing your photos in these familiar surroundings adds a unique and meaningful touch to your senior portraits, making them truly one-of-a-kind!




Newark cheerleader in maroon and white uniform poses with pom-poms at a football stadium.
Smiling teenage boy in white t-shirt and gray jeans stands on a school athletic track.
Newark cheerleader sitting on stadium stairs holding black pom-poms, smiling brightly.
Graduate in cap and gown jumps joyfully in front of Tri-Valley High School brick building.
Smiling girl in Newark number 9 soccer jersey holding ball for senior photo.
Newark cheerleader raises maroon and white pom-poms overhead against a brick wall backdrop.
Smiling graduate in black cap and gown posing by a chain-link fence outdoors.
Two Newark high school girls pose back-to-back, one in cheer uniform and one in soccer gear.
Young man in white t-shirt poses with arms crossed before a painted warrior school mascot mural.
Smiling Newark cheerleader in maroon uniform holds pom-poms while seated in stadium bleachers.
Teen girl in Newark soccer jersey posing at goal net for senior portrait.
Two smiling young women in Newark sports uniforms pose back-to-back against a brick wall.
Teenage boy in white t-shirt leans against a Warriors Stadium entrance sign outdoors.
Teen girl in Wildcats shirt holding soccer ball against brick wall for portrait.

Location #8


Your House


Your house or school is the perfect setting for senior photos, filled with personal memories and significance, capturing your photos in these familiar surroundings adds a unique and meaningful touch to your senior portraits, making them truly one-of-a-kind!




Joyful family running together on a green lawn outside a brick home on a sunny day.
Smiling young man in a green Nike hoodie sitting on a porch, looking to the side.
Young blonde girl in a plaid dress sitting quietly inside a white teepee tent.
Young man crouching beside a large fluffy brown dog on a porch, smiling warmly.
Happy family of four with two toddlers posing outdoors under a cloudy sky.
Smiling family of three, two adults and a young blonde girl, posing on front porch steps.
Family of four enjoying a relaxed outdoor picnic on a blanket surrounded by trees.
Smiling young man in a light blue button-up shirt standing against a white wall outdoors.
Excited young blonde girl in a floral dress spreading her arms wide in a backyard.
Young man sitting against a tree trunk in a green field, gazing into the distance.

Location #10


The Dawes Arboretum

www.dawesarb.org


This location just outside Heath, OH now requires an entrance fee and advance booking starting at $100. Sessions must be scheduled ahead of time by the client. For more details on booking, visit their website.


Walking: Moderate walking, including off-trail and occasional hills.

Restroom: Located at the arboretum entrance.

Parking: Ample parking available throughout the property.


Blonde woman in white top and rust cardigan posing near trees in autumn park.
Young woman in a cream dress twirling joyfully between tall trees in a grassy outdoor setting.
Young blonde woman in white dress standing among tall golden grass in outdoor senior photo.
Smiling teenage boy in navy polka dot shirt leaning against a tree in autumn park.
Smiling blonde teen with braided hair in black top outdoors with sunflowers for senior portrait.
Young woman in a floral blouse and black skirt sitting on brick pavers near a serene pond.
Smiling young blonde woman in a white sweater sitting cross-legged on a path in autumn forest.
Smiling blonde teen in green top and jeans standing on stepping stones beside a garden pond.
Young woman with long brown hair wearing a red camisole top seated outdoors.
Smiling blonde teen in black top and white pants sitting cross-legged on a wooden bridge.
Young woman in rust orange knit cardigan sitting outdoors among autumn foliage.
Young woman in white ruffled top and jeans sitting on stone steps in a garden setting.
Smiling blonde teenage girl in teal ruffled dress sitting on grass near a window.
Teenage boy in tan hoodie looking over his shoulder in a garden with ivy backdrop.
Pretty blonde teen with green eyes posing with hands on cheeks against green leafy background.
Smiling young woman with long brown hair wearing a light blue ruffled top and layered necklaces outdoors.
Blonde girl twirling in floral dress and brown boots on rural path in golden sunset light.
Smiling redhead teen with braces in white top sitting on rocks by a green reflective pond.
Smiling young woman in white mini dress with arms crossed standing on stone path in garden.
Smiling blonde teen in pink dress seated on white bench outdoors for senior portrait photo.
Smiling blonde teen leaning on wooden bridge railing surrounded by tall green pine trees.
Smiling young Asian woman in black outfit standing outdoors among autumn foliage trees.
Smiling blonde teen in white top holding wildflowers in a sunny outdoor meadow senior portrait.
Young man with curly fade haircut wearing a tan hoodie, posing against a dark wooden fence.
Young woman wearing a navy American flag sweater and jeans standing under a pergola.
Smiling blonde teenage girl in denim jacket posing on stone steps with autumn leaves.
Blonde teenage girl in teal dress gazing at white flowers in soft natural light.
Young woman in white dress standing in a golden sunset field touching her hair.
Teen athlete in a football jersey number 12 sitting outdoors with greenery in the background.
Smiling Asian woman in black wrap top sitting outdoors near colorful ceramic garden pots.
Honorable mentions
Young man in green varsity jacket walking on urban brick sidewalk at dusk.

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