Favorite Local Photo Locations

I’m happy to recommend the best spot for your family’s style — whether you want cozy small-town charm, natural woodlands, or open fields at golden hour. Whether you’re booking a Fuquay mini session or a full family shoot, these nearby spots make the perfect backdrop!

🌳 Parks & Nature Preserves

• Beech Bluff County Park (Willow Spring) – Wake County’s newest park with a modern playground, open lawns, wooded trails, and a canopy walk — a versatile mix of natural and family-friendly settings.

• Crowder County Park (Apex/Cary) – A peaceful park with wooded trails, a pond, and boardwalk bridges.

• Dorothea Dix Park (Raleigh) – Expansive fields with a spectacular sunflower bloom in July/August, offering one of the most photogenic seasonal backdrops in the Triangle.

• Fuquay Mineral Spring Park – A charming historic park with a gazebo and mineral spring, perfect for timeless portraits.

• NC Museum of Art Park (Raleigh) – Wide-open fields, contemporary sculptures, and golden-hour light — creative and elegant for family photos.

• Seagroves Farm Park (Apex) – A neighborhood park with a small pond, dock, and open fields — simple, serene, and great for golden-hour sessions.

• Swift Creek Bluffs Nature Preserve (Cary) – Towering hardwood bluffs, quiet trails, and a picturesque creek setting — a hidden gem for earthy, natural portraits.

• Sugg Farm at Bass Lake Park* (Holly Springs) – Expansive meadows, rustic fences, and open skies — a versatile backdrop perfect for golden-hour family portraits and holiday minis.

🚜 Farms & Fields

• DJ’s Berry Patch* (Apex) – A charming family-run farm with seasonal berry fields and a rustic, country feel — perfect for casual, playful portraits.

• The Family Farm on Avent Ferry* (Holly Springs) – A working farm with rolling fields, rustic barns, and seasonal crops — ideal for cozy, down-to-earth family photos.

• Naylor Family Farm* (Fuquay-Varina) – A local favorite for fall festivities, offering open fields, a pumpkin patch, and a classic farm setting with a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

• Polly’s Petal Patch* (Angier) – A vibrant cut-flower farm with colorful seasonal blooms — sunflowers, zinnias, and more — creating a cheerful, natural setting for bright summer portraits.

🏙️ Urban & Historic Areas

• Downtown Apex – A classic, walkable Main Street lined with historic architecture, quaint shops, and a railroad crossing for character-filled backdrops.

• Moore Square & City Market (Downtown Raleigh) – Cobblestone streets, twinkling lights, and historic brick storefronts create a timeless, romantic setting.

• Varina Commercial Historic District – Small-town charm with vintage storefronts and architecture for an urban vibe.

*Private venue that requires an additional fee.