Picture Perfect: Our 5 Favorite Parks to Photograph Clients

Chou Xiong
Jun 3
2 min read

From hidden gems to scenic staples, these stunning spots offer the perfect backdrop for unforgettable moments and beautiful memories.

01. Where Nature Meets Nostalgia

Tucked in the heart of Concord, Frank Liske Park is one of our favorite locations to work with clients. With its serene lake, wooded trails, charming details, and wide-open fields, this park offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and timeless charm. Whether we're capturing a cozy family session at golden hour or a portrait session filled with personality and light, Frank Liske never disappoints.

We especially love how the changing seasons bring a new kind of magic each time we shoot here, from vibrant greens in the spring to golden leaves in the fall. There’s something incredibly peaceful about this space that helps clients feel relaxed and at ease, making it easier to capture those genuine, joy-filled moments.

02. Lakeside Charm for Heartfelt Family Moments

In Cornelius, Jetton Park is one of our go-to spots for lifestyle family sessions—and for good reason. Tucked along the peaceful shores of Lake Norman, this park offers a picture-perfect blend of wide open spaces, shaded trails, and stunning lake views that create the perfect backdrop for natural, joy-filled moments. We love capturing families here as they laugh, explore, and simply enjoy being together. Whether it’s a playful walk under the trees or a quiet snuggle on a blanket by the water, Jetton Park brings out the genuine connection and warmth that make every session feel truly special.

03. Where Families Slow Down and Connect

This location is a quiet treasure nestled in Harrisburg, perfect for families who want a slower pace and a beautiful natural setting. With its charming covered bridge, Pharr Mill Park's wooded walking trails and peaceful creek is the kind of place where kids can explore and parents can simply enjoy the moment. We enjoy photographing here because it offers the perfect mix of nature and simplicity, capturing those beautiful smiles, sweet snuggles, and everything in between. It’s not just a location; it’s a space where families can truly connect and be themselves.

04. Wide Open Spaces for Beautiful Portraits and Big Family Moments

Fisher Farm Park is a beautiful location for families who love the outdoors and want their session to feel open, relaxed, and full of life. With its sprawling fields, soft golden light, and peaceful walking trails, this park provides the space to capture a large family session that makes every moment so special. Fisher Farm’s natural charm brings every family session to life in the most beautiful and authentic ways.

05. A Timless Aesthetic Scenery for Annual Family Photos

Irish Buffalo Creek Greenway is one of our favorite local gems for family sessions that feel effortless and authentic. With its winding paths and quiet pockets of greenery, it’s the perfect place for families to take a stroll and simply enjoy each other. We love how natural the moments feel here whether it’s holding hands down the trail or sharing a quiet pause under the trees. It’s peaceful, personal, and a beautiful reminder that the best memories often happen in the simplest settings.