Getting ready for a photography session doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Coordinating outfits and ensuring everyone is in high spirits can be challenging. Plus, selecting the ideal south jersey photography locations adds another layer of complexity. However, with the right photographer, you can enjoy a relaxed and enjoyable photography experience! That’s where I can help.
Hello, my name is Nikki! You have already made the decision that you need a professional photographer, whether that be for maternity photos or capturing new family portraits. You have already made the hardest decision: book a south jersey photographer!
When you book with me, I include outfit guidance and session prep for all my families to take the stress out of planning outfits. I also have many tools to keep everyone in the family happy, including toddlers and dads! Another part of photography is choosing a location to capture your session. Luckily, with my help from this blog post, this can also be a stress-free experience!
Furthermore, as you will find below, I have listed numerous locations where I have had the honor to capture memorable images. These locations I have narrowed down as the best of the best for my photography style. These south jersey photography locations capture the golden glow that attracted you to my portfolio. I encourage you to peek at what I think are the best photography locations in south jersey!
Stafford Forge Wildlife Management Area
First, Stafford Forge is such a beautiful, hole-in-the-wall spot that not many people think of for portraits! Stafford Forge offers some of the best sunset views and colors, with a gorgeous pond and tall grass! This location is best for summer or fall, as they control burns normally in February, so the foliage does not return pretty until around May! In May you’ll see fields with green grass. In the fall month returns the tall whispy grass.
Check out a maternity session here!
- Onsite parking
- No permit required
- Pets allowed
- NO public bathrooms
Barnegat Lighthouse State Park
I love Barnigate Light House beach because it offers a great variety with the jetty and the lighthouse! The sunsets here are gorgeous as well! It can tend to get a little crowded in the summer months.
Check out an egagment session here!
- Free parking on site
- No permit required
- Public restrooms
- Pets allowed between September 16th – March 31st
Historic Smithville Village
Next is Smithville Village offers a rustic downtown feel with a carousel, mom-and-pop shops, a pond, a bridge, and more! It has many cherry blossom trees, making this location perfect for the spring season! I recommend avoiding this spot for a weekend session because it tends to get VERY busy!
- Free admission
- Free onsite parking
- No permit required
- Public bathrooms
- Pets allowed
Best in early spring for the Cherry Blossoms or fall for the historic/rustic vibe!
Batsto Village
Batsto has a rustic, historical, natural type of vibe. This South Jersey Photography Location has a variety of buildings from wood, stone, and brick, with beautiful landscapes and a stunning lake for sunset shots! Batsto can get pretty busy, so I highly advise avoiding it for weekend sessions; weekdays are best.
Check out more Batsto Family Photos Here!
Check Out A Mommy & Me Session!
- Free admission
- Free onsite parking
- No permit required
- Public bathrooms open until 5:00p
- Pets allowed
Side Note: Bring bug spray; sometimes the nats or ticks can get a bit annoying! This location is best in late fall and winter to avoid the bugs!
Seven Bridges
Furthermore, Seven Bridges is a very small and secluded strip of beach along a road with, you guessed it, seven bridges. At the very end of the road, this South Jersey Photography Location has a strip of beach to the bay where we can capture glowy sunset portraits. Toward the end of the session, we make our way to the first bridge where we can capture the most gorgeous cotton candy sunsets on a small patch of beach.
- Free admission
- Free onsite parking
- No permit required
- No restrooms
- Pets allowed
Side Note: If there is a west wind, it is very likely to have greenheads! Avon SkinSoSoft is the top recommendation to keep them away, as well as long sleeves shrits and pants – light colors!
Graveling Point Beach
Graveling Point Beach offers a strip of beach along the bay with Atlantic City views with beautiful sunsets and greenery. Super easy access to the beach that is typically not crowded during the week. I have yet to venture here on the weekends!
Check Out An Extended Family Session
- On-site parking
- No permit fee
- Pets are allowed
- No public restrooms
Side Note: If there is a west wind, it is very likely to have greenheads! Avon SkinSoSoft is the top recommendation to keep them away, as well as long sleeves shrits and pants – light colors!
Renault Winery
Is you want garden/vineyard vibes, Renault Winery is the place you want to go! I am actually a prefered wedding vendor at Renault Winery so I know all the in’s and out’s of this beauitful venue and it’s grounds! This is a location that is best to visit on the weekday, since they host so many weddings on the weekends.
Check Out An Engagement Session
- On-site parking
- No permit fee
- Pets are allowed
- Public restrooms
Stanley H “Tip” Seaman Park
The location is best in the mornings within 4 hours of sunrise. I absoltely love this park, because it offers nature vibes without it being woodsy or gardeny. The park is perfect for families because you can take your littles to play at the playground after (or before) your session! It features a large pond with a bunch of trees for shade.
- On-site parking
- No permit fee
- Pets are allowed
- Public restrooms
