Choosing a location:
Lets set the stage by what will be a reflection of you, what tells your story, and what creates your best memories. Whether your style is in the country, splashing in the water, overlooking the mountain side, or the hustle and bustle of the city. I am here to provide you with some of my favorite locations, but am open to your requests as well! My goal is to make your location meaningful, and your photos sentimental.
GEORGIA
J.F. Gregory City Park — Richmond Hill
This one has bridges, wetlands, wooded trails, water, and open areas. The park is 335 acres with a 3-mile trail, lagoon and birding tower.
Fort McAllister State Park — Richmond Hill
This is more dramatic and romantic—live oaks, Spanish moss, marsh, river and historic structures. Standard entry to Fort McAllister State Park in Richmond Hill, Georgia, requires a $5 daily ParkPass vehicle fee, while touring the interior historic fort and museum costs an additional $9.75 for adults ($7.50 for seniors, $5.50 for youth). https://gadnr.org/sites/default/files/parks/pdf/film/FilmRequest_Instructions.pdf
Bryant Commons — Hinesville
his has a large pond, dock, greenery and walking trails. https://hinesvilledowntown.com/bryant-commons
Wormsloe Historic Site — Savannah
The enormous live-oak avenue with Spanish moss is the quintessential Lowcountry look. The Georgia DNR describes the entrance as a live-oak-lined avenue leading to the historic tabby ruins. $25 PHOTOGRAPHY PERMIT REQUIRED.
Skidaway Island State Park — Savannah
You get: Salt marsh, Boardwalks, Spanish moss, Live oaks, Tall grasses, Coastal waters. Wormsloe Historic Site — Savannah. Visiting Skidaway Island State Park near Savannah costs $5 per vehicle for a daily parking ParkPass, while casual photography by visitors is free with admission and does not require a permit.
Tybee Island
Coastal Georgia Beach Sessions
Forsyth Park — Savannah
This gives you the classic Savannah look—fountain, enormous live oaks, Spanish moss and gardens. The city itself highlights the park's historic landscaping and iconic fountain. Open to public.
Savannah Botanical Gardens
This one gives you a garden/greenery look rather than the marsh look. Admission to the Savannah Botanical Gardens on Eisenhower Drive is $5 per person, while children aged 12 and under are free
LeConte-Woodmanston — Riceboro
This is more of a hidden-gem/editorial location. General admission to the LeConte-Woodmanston Plantation and Botanical Gardens in Riceboro, Georgia is $5.00 per person, though donations are widely appreciated.