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Places to take Pictures in Raleigh, NC
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items As a professional photographer - it is always fun to scout out some of the best locations for photo sessions. I often see people looking for beautiful locations in the area that they can take photos themselves. These would be some of my recommendatio...
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This location is a public park with historic charm, plenty of space and so many cute spots for the perfect photo op!
Historic Oak View County Park
One of the most popular photo locations in the area and with good reason! Take a little climb out onto the rocks and get the perfect shot with the mill in the background!
Historic Yates Mill County Park
Historic charm, a railroad car placed safely off the tracks just behind the downtown strip. Endless spots for the perfect pictures!
Downtown Apex Information
This park is THE spot to capture downtown Raleigh in the background and every summer there are public sunflower fields available too.
Dix Park
This tree farm is always full of photographers because they are welcoming to them and have abundant rows of beautiful trees every year.
Jordan Lake Farms
Beach pictures without the drive to the beach!
Jordan Lake State Recreation Area: Home | NC State Parks
Really interesting architechture and a public location that is perfect to photograph indoors and out!
Raleigh Union Station
Docks, bridges, beach and trails. All stunning locations with abundant foliage for breathtaking images.
Bass Lake Park | Holly Springs, NC - Official Website
Gazebos, Willow Trees, Bridges, A Carousel, Train and so much more. The options for photo sessions in this location are endless.
Pullen Park
One of the most slept on locations for fall pictures!
Sugg Farm at Bass Lake Park
Fuquay-Varina actually has two downtowns to choose from. Downtown Fuquay has some great spots to catch that golden light coming down behind the buildings and all the downtown charm. Varina is located nearer the railroad tracks and has a little more o...
Fuquay-Varina
The outside of the Fuquay-Varina Arts Center is the perfect spot for editorial style photos. The arts center is a large white, brick building that is well maintained. It is located in Historic Downtown Fuquay. This spot is perfect for professional he...
Fuquay-Varina Arts Center
Gorgeous lake views with deep lined woods all around. During the spring and summer you have beautiful greenery everywhere. During the fall this is the perfect place to catch that reflection of the fall colors off the lake behind your subjects.
Lake Crabtree County Park
Rocking chairs on the boathouse deck, docks, trails lined with trees and even a little bit of “beachfront” access where the sand meets the water. Great variety. Perfect for a family session with active kids!
Lake Wheeler Park
This location has so much to offer year round. However, in the fall it is one of the most sought after locations because of the beautiful historic buildings, the abundant color the historic oaks offer and the walkways under them.
Mordecai House