BEST SPOTS FOR YOUR NEXT PHOTO SESSION IN DFW

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Oct 10

Written By Elizabeth Boyce

DOWNTOWN DALLAS-EAST DALLAS

dallas farmer’s market

Location: 920 S. Harwood St. Dallas, Texas

Location Cost: FREE

Parking: Various parking garages and metered street parking

Special Notes:

The Dallas Farmers Market is a super fun and eclectic way to capture authentic family moments. Kids are free to roam and play. You can share an ice cream cones, share a meal on the patio or shop for flowers at Ruibal’s Nursery.

Collage of photographs of families and children playing at the Dallas Farmers Market in Downtown Dallas, Texas

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dallas arboretum

Location: 8525 Garland Rd Dallas, Texas

Location Cost: Entrance Fees Vary

Parking: Paid Parking at the Arboretum

Special Notes:

The Dallas Arboretum is beautiful year round and there is a huge variety of different looks. There are limited hours and it can be very crowded at times. The fees for entrance and parking are not included in your session fees.

Collage of photos of families and children in the flowers and gardens of the Dallas Arboretum

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klyde warren park

Location: 2012 Woddall Rogers Frwy Dallas, Texas

Location Cost: FREE

Parking: Metered Street Parking or Parking Garage at DMA

Special Notes:

Klyde Warren Park is a fun alternative to traditional parks. There are a variety of settings including fountains, modern art, wooden structures, grass, plant life, trees and even food trucks. It can be very crowded on weekends and parking can be tricky.

Collage of families, children and high school seniors in both color and black and white at Klyde Warren Park in Downtown Dallas at the fountains, food trucks and cool sculptures

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deep ellum

Location: 2826 Elm St. Dallas, Texas

Location Cost: FREE

Parking: Metered Street Parking or Paid Parking Lots

Special Notes:

Deep Ellum is an eclectic arts community in Dallas. It boasts beautiful wall murals, art, sculptures and a community garden. Please note that this is a very urban location with busy streets, patrons consuming alcohol and a busy nightlife. Depending on the time of day, it may not be appropriate for your session/.children. We do not recommend this spot for non-walking kids as the ground has broken glass and trash.

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white rock lake

Location: 316 E Lawther Dr Dallas, Texas

Location Cost: FREE

Parking: Free Parking at the bottom of the hill

Special Notes:

White Rock Lake is a beautiful spot to take photos. There are hills, docks, lake front, trees, open grasses and sometimes even bluebonnets and other wildflowers. The area can sometimes have large amount of trash following big storms, so be mindful of that.

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HIGHLAND PARK

pranther park

Location: 4700 Drexel Dr. Highland Park, Texas

Location Cost: FREE

Parking: Free Parking in front of Library

Special Notes:

Pranther Park is adjacent to Highland Park Town Hall and is absolutely gorgeous year round. There are stone bridges, pathways, a fountain, creek and trees that bloom flowers and change in the fall. Bathrooms are on accessible when the library is open, which can be a challenge. It is a great spot for green backgrounds during the winter.

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davis park

Location: 4500 Drexel Dr. Highland Park, Texas

Location Cost: FREE

Parking: Free Parking on the street

Special Notes:

Davis Park is adjacent to Pranther Park and is absolutely gorgeous year round. There are stone bridges, pathways, a creek and trees that bloom flowers and change in the fall. Bathrooms are on accessible when the library is open, which can be a challenge. It is a great spot for green backgrounds during the winter.

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southern methodist university

Location: 6212 Bishop Blvd Dallas, Texas

Location Cost: FREE

Parking: Metered Street Parking or Paid Parking Garages

Special Notes:

The entire campus is just beautiful! There are stairs, bridges, balconies, grassy areas, trees and beautiful flower gardens. There are times when there may be events or festivals that make access difficult and parking harder. We prefer shooting near the Cox Business School. It is easily accessible and has some beautiful spots.

Collage of photographs of families, children and college graduates on the SMU or Southern Methodist University campus near Highland Park in Dallas, Texas

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PLANO-RICHARDSON-MCKINNEY

haggard park

Location: 901 E 15th St Plano, Texas

Location Cost: FREE

Parking: Free Parking Lot

Special Notes:

Haggard Park is the main park in Old Towne Plano. If is also home of the Interurban Railway Museum, so the train offers a unique backdrop. Otherwise the park has grassy areas, fountains, a pond, a gazebo, bridges and walkways.

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arbor hills nature preserve

Location: 6701 W Parker Rd. Plano, Texas

Location Cost: FREE

Parking: Free Parking Lot

Special Notes:

Arbor Hills Nature Preserve is just like it sounds. Hills, trees, creek, bridges, and nature are everywhere! There are some easy paved trails and more natural dirt trails. Parking is easy and the park is HUGE, so it is easy to find unique spots. Please keep in mind that it is a nature preserve and we have seen snakes and tarantulas before!