Top 10 Photo Locations in Charlotte, NC
Hello! I am Ashley, a professional photographer providing senior portraits, yearbook pictures, family portraits and family photography, as well as professional headshot photography in Charlotte, NC. If you are looking for family, senior and headshot photographers near you, today’s blog is about my top 10 favorite photo locations in Charlotte, North Carolina.
First on the list is Wing Haven Garden & Bird Sanctuary, a beautiful respite for birds, and a welcoming place of natural beauty. This location is a dynamic living laboratory featuring something in bloom every day all year long. This unique destination provides for stunning backgrounds for family portraits and senior pictures near you in Charlotte, NC.
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Also a magical place for family photography as well as senior pictures in Charlotte, is the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. With a breathtaking Visitor Pavilion and 110 acres of spectacular gardens, sparkling fountains, walking trails, unique vegetation, architecture and more, there are so many opportunities for senior yearbook pictures, family photography and all kinds of photoshoots here!
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The McGill Rose Garden is the perfect place for family portraits in Charlotte. This 2-acre city park hosts weddings and private events, and is a perfect place for an elegant family portrait or romantic engagement session. Nestled in the heart of downtown, the garden is a beautiful, peaceful respite from the fast paced city.
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Independence Park is Charlotte, North Carolina’s first public park. It is perfect for all types of portrait sessions, with stone architecture, a reflecting pond, gazebo, gorgeous trees and walkways. With excellent views of the Charlotte skyline, but a secluded and tranquil atmosphere, the park provides lovely backgrounds for family portraits, senior portraits and yearbook pictures, as well as headshot and romantic photography.
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Noda is the art district of Charlotte. There are brightly colored murals, sculptures, galleries, unique buildings, and an eclectic neighborhood with a full Charlotte skyline view. This is my favorite place to take senior photos, and provides amazing backgrounds for family and senior pictures.
If you want to check out some other amazing locations in Charlotte, whether for photography, food, entertainment, etc. Check out the recent Redfin article we were featured in: Unlock Charlotte’s Hidden Gems:
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Whether you’re considering living in Charlotte, recently rented an apartment in Second Ward, or a rental house in University City, there’s plenty to learn about your new city. Nestled close to the mountains and the beach, North Carolina’s largest city, Charlotte, is a place like no other. The city offers neighborhoods fit for any personality, a spectacular food scene, and great weather – most of the time. But what are Charlotte’s hidden gems? Some stay inconspicuous and off the beaten path, while others exist in plain sight – you just need to know where to look. Redfin asked us to share our favorite hidden gem in Charlotte. Check out what we had to say!
The Duke Mansion is a beautiful location for family portraits, senior and engagement portraits in Charlotte, NC. The mansion was built in 1915, is absolutely gorgeous, has breathtaking grounds with fountain and stately landscaping, and provides light and airy backgrounds for engagement, wedding, senior and family portraits There are endless possibilities at this lovely location.
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First Ward Park is the newest park in Uptown Charlotte. It offers spectacular views of Charlotte’s skyline, and features fountains and university buildings providing more modern backgrounds for senior pictures and family photography.
UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens have gorgeous stone pathways with bridges, ponds, fountains, and beautiful gardens. This location gives senior and family portraits natural and rustic backgrounds. The distinctive trees and gardens provide numerous opportunities for unique and stunning backgrounds.
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Rounding out the top 10 locations for family, senior, and headshot photography in Charlotte NC are Camp North End, with multiple creative photoshoot opportunities, and the Little Sugar Creek Greenway, with Midtown Park and an excellent view of uptown Charlotte. Let’s plan your perfect photoshoot at one of these amazing locations today!