Locations
Arizona is a gorgeous state with a lot to offer when it comes to photography locations. Below are a few different places that I use often and love. I chose these locations based off a few different factors which are listed next to the sample images.
We can take your photos wherever you would like, these are just example images for those who are visiting us from out of state or are new to the area.
Queen Creek
Overall Look: Green in the summer, gold in the fall and shade year-round.
Additional Fees: $0
Best lighting: All Day
A beautiful location in Queen Creek that offers greenery in the spring and summer with warm tones in late autumn. This location is perfect for those who want to beat the heat on summer days or have scheduling restrictions limiting us to a mid-day session.
See more photos from this location: Mackenzi’s Senior Photos, Sarah’s Family Photos, Hallie & Kaden’s Holiday Photos
East Mesa
Overall Look: Desert cliffs with water access
Additional Fees: $8 Tonto Pass, $20 Travel Fee
Best lighting: Sunrise / Sunset
River sessions are always a ton of fun, especially for water babies and pets! This location offers beautiful sunset or sunrise views. Water access is available during the spring, summer and early fall.
See more photos from this location: The Tholen Family, The Baubuta Family
Salt River
Overall Look: Saguaros, water access & cliffs
Additional Fees: $8 Tonto Pass, $20 Travel Fee
Best lighting: Sunrise / Sunset
Like the location above, this spot offers water access, with more cacti and beautiful red cliffs.
See more photos from this location: Alondra & Tim, The Thomas Family
The Superstitions
Overall Look: The Superstition Mountains
Additional Fees: $50 Photography Permit Fee
Best lighting: Sunrise / Sunset
This location offers beautiful trails winding up to the iconic superstition mountain range.
The photography fee is required by the rangers upon entry.
Tempe
Overall Look: Desert mountains with cacti
Additional Fees: $15 Travel Fee
Best lighting: Sunrise / Sunset
This location is centrally located and offers views of the unique landscape of Papago Park and the Desert Botanical Garden.
See more photos from this location: The Thomas Family
Apache Junction
Overall Look: Desert mountains with rocks
Additional Fees: $20 Travel Fee
Best lighting: Sunrise / Sunset
A location offering interesting rocks and mountains in the background with unobstructed views of the wide open Arizona skies! This location is perfect for those looking to get into the water.
Chandler
Overall Look: Mountains with Cacti
Additional Fees: $15 Travel Fee
Best lighting: Sunrise / Sunset
Located at the base of the foothills, you will have the ultimate desert look with wide open skies.
See more photos from this location: The Tardiff Family
Neighborhood Sessions
Overall Look: Manicured Park
Additional Fees: $0
Best lighting: All Day
Every neighborhood has common areas that can serve as beautiful backdrops for photos! Think about your own neighborhood for your next photography session! (the example image is of a spot within my neighborhod which is available for us to use!)
See more photos from this location: Halloween Photos, The Lister Family, Smokebomb Anniversary Session