DC Market Street

Here’s a sampling of beautiful DC Market Street—one of my favorite places to photograph! It has a unique Art Deco-inspired feel with gorgeous architecture, a charming fountain, winding paths, mountain views, a bridge, a tunnel, and even beautiful barn-style doors that make for so many fun and varied backdrops.

It's also incredibly convenient. Easy parking, public restrooms, and plenty of benches and seating make it a wonderful choice for families with little ones. One of my favorite things about this location is how well it photographs throughout the day. With so many covered walkways and shaded areas, it's beautiful in the early morning, midday, and even later in the afternoon.

As an added bonus, once your session is over, you're surrounded by fantastic restaurants and cafés. My personal favorite? The Living Room—it's the perfect place to relax and grab a bite after your photo session!

Here is a sampling of images taken at the Preserve—one of my absolute favorite places to photograph. You'll find towering saguaros, beautiful desert flora, scenic trails, an amphitheater, a fun zigzag rusty bridge, a unique weathered steel wall, and, of course, stunning mountain views.

Sunrise and sunset are especially magical, offering breathtaking mountain vistas, glowing desert light, and spectacular city views. Perched above the Valley, this trailhead provides sweeping landscapes and dramatic big-sky backdrops that are quintessential Arizona.

I'm here so often that I jokingly call this trailhead my office! The best part? Professional photography requires a permit—and I have an annual permit—so you're all set. Just show up, relax, and let me do the rest.

Amazing light, sweeping vistas, fun rock formations, and the dreamy golden grasses that I absolutely love photographing families in! It's a bit of a drive to North Scottsdale... but ohhh, is it worth it. The scenery is breathtaking, and the images we create here are always something special. Come meet me, and let's create a little magic together! Oh and yes - I have a permit for this location.

The Scottsdale Civic Center is one of the crown jewels of Old Town Scottsdale. After a major renovation completed in 2023, it has become a beautiful blend of public park, event venue, public art installation, and gathering place.

 Modern architecture mixed with lush landscaping.

Clean lines and open spaces for editorial-style portraits.

The LOVE sculpture for fun engagement or senior photos.

Evening light reflecting off the fountains.

Plenty of shade options throughout the day.  The only challenge is that weekends and event days can get quite busy, so weekday mornings or golden hour on non-event days tend to be the best times to shoot. Let's go!

The Secret Meadow isn't really a secret at all—it's more of a hidden gem that I'm always scouting! The exact location changes throughout the year depending on the weather, construction, and trail conditions. Sometimes it's lush and green, sometimes it's filled with dreamy golden grass that looks like a wheat field, sometimes it's a little too muddy, and sometimes...it's absolutely perfect.

One thing is always the same: I'm constantly searching for the best version of the meadow. When the conditions are just right, it becomes one of the most magical places for family photos, with wide-open spaces, gorgeous light, and a soft, natural backdrop that lets your family be the focus.

The Arizona desert at its finest! This location has everything you love about the Sonoran Desert—beautiful mountain views, a scenic trail, stunning native landscaping, and a charming rustic fence that makes for fun and unique portraits. Mountain backdrops in nearly every direction.

It's a true hidden gem that comes alive at sunset, when the warm golden light paints the desert in rich, vibrant colors. If you're looking for classic Arizona scenery with a variety of natural backdrops, this spot never disappoints.