There is nothing quite like the rugged beauty of the Salt River. While it’s a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, I specialize in finding semi-quiet, picturesque pockets at the water’s edge away from the large crowds. Because the river flow and crowds change with the seasons, I personally scout the best shoreline for our specific date. I’ll send you exact GPS coordinates the day of our session so you can drive right to our meeting spot! To make things even easier, your park pass is included in your session fee—I’ll have it ready for your dashboard so we can get straight to the magic.
MY LOCATION GUIDE
Local favorites
the salt river
If you’re dreaming of lush greenery and shimmering reflections, look no further than The Watermark. This hidden gem in Gilbert offers a stunning mix of mature trees, soft grass, and a peaceful waterfront that feels worlds away from the desert. It is the perfect spot to catch that iconic Arizona sunset, as the light hits the water for a magical, golden glow. Best of all? This is a public park with no additional rental fees, making it a seamless and beautiful choice for your session.
morrison ranch
This is a stunning, massive oasis right in the heart of Gilbert! This public park offers an incredible variety of scenery all in one location. From iconic desert landscapes and sweeping mountain views to a beautiful, serene waterfront. Because it is a larger park, there is a bit of walking involved to reach the best spots, but the payoff is entirely worth it; the vast open space gives us endless room to get creative and capture a gorgeous mix of backdrops for your photos.
Gilbert regional park
There is nothing quite like the majestic silhouette of the Superstitions. This location offers a truly lush desert landscape, filled with towering saguaros and golden brush that catches both the crisp morning light and the late afternoon sun beautifully. The gates open at 6 AM, making it the perfect spot whether you want to catch the early daybreak or watch the mountains take on that breathtaking, fiery sunset glow. To make your experience as seamless as possible, your park pass is already included in your session fee—I’ll have it ready for you so we can focus entirely on capturing your story against this stunning horizon.
the superstition mountains
Nothing beats the rugged beauty of the Salt River. I specialize in finding quiet, picturesque spots away from the crowds, personally scouting the best shoreline for our specific date. On the day of our session, I’ll send you the exact GPS coordinates so you can drive right to our meeting spot. To make things even easier, your park pass is included in your fee—I'll have it ready for your dashboard so we can get straight to the magic!
If you’re dreaming of lush greenery and shimmering reflections, The Watermark in Gilbert is the perfect spot. This hidden gem features mature trees, soft grass, and a peaceful waterfront that catches a magical, golden sunset glow. Best of all, it’s a public park with no additional rental fees, making it a seamless and beautiful choice for your session.
This stunning, massive oasis right in the heart of Gilbert offers an incredible variety of scenery in one location. You'll get iconic desert landscapes, sweeping mountain views, and a serene waterfront all in one place. While it requires a bit of walking to reach the best spots, the vast open space gives us endless room to get creative and capture a gorgeous mix of backdrops!
Nothing beats the majestic silhouette of the Superstition Mountains. This location offers a lush desert landscape that catches both the crisp morning light and a breathtaking, fiery sunset glow. The gates open at 6 AM, making it perfect for early risers or evening dreamers alike. To keep things seamless, your park pass is included in your session fee—I'll have it ready so we can focus entirely on capturing your story!
locations for rent
AAA Ranch & rescue
AAA Ranch and Rescue is a truly special location run by owners Jodi and Craig, who dedicate their lives to giving rescued animals a beautiful new home where they can live out their days healthy, safe, and deeply loved. They generously open up their stunning property for photoshoots, offering a variety of unique and picturesque backdrops. Whether you are looking for a rustic ranch vibe complete with wide-open pastures and an adorable highland cow named Woody or a beautful horse named Shasta, or want a completely different look utilizing their gorgeous in-ground pool, this location offers endless creative options with a wonderful, heartwarming soul behind it.
The Cozy Acre
This stunning Queen Creek location is one of my absolute favorites—and for good reason! Its wide-open landscapes and rustic charm offer the perfect backdrop for a timeless session. While the location is beautiful on its own, we can truly bring the Western vision to life with a unique addition: I have a wonderful connection who can provide horses for our shoot for a small fee.
Because this is such a popular destination, we’ll want to move quickly to secure our spot! If this location speaks to you, let me know so I can check availability for your preferred dates and coordinate the horse rentals if applicable.
the meadow az
The Meadow AZ is a breathtaking hidden gem nestled right in the heart of Mesa, featuring rolling green grass, luscious trees, and stunning seasonal flowers. It is the perfect location for a quiet, intimate photoshoot because they only allow one photographer to work on the property at a time, ensuring you have the entire space and complete privacy for your session. Because of its exclusive nature and gorgeous backdrop, it is incredibly popular and books up very quickly, so it is best to reserve your spot many weeks in advance!
please note:
Additional rental costs may apply upon booking to secure the location and any requested animal rentals.
AAA Ranch and Rescue is a special, heartwarming location where owners Jodi and Craig give rescued animals a loving, permanent home. They generously open their stunning property for photoshoots, offering incredible variety for your session. You can capture a rustic ranch vibe with wide-open pastures—featuring Woody the highland cow and Shasta the horse—or switch things up entirely by the gorgeous in-ground pool!
This stunning Queen Creek location is one of my absolute favorites for its wide-open landscapes and rustic charm! To truly bring a Western vision to life, I can coordinate with a local connection to provide horses for our shoot for a small fee. Because this is a highly popular destination, we’ll want to move quickly to secure our spot. Let me know if this location speaks to you so I can check date availability and possible horse rentals!
The Meadow AZ is a breathtaking hidden gem in Mesa, featuring rolling green grass, luscious trees, and stunning seasonal flowers. For complete privacy, they only allow one photographer on the property at a time, ensuring you have the entire space to yourself. Because of its exclusive nature, it books up very quickly, so it is best to reserve your spot many weeks in advance!
SABISPACE STUDIO
Sabi Space Studio is a beautifully curated, intimate space perfect for creative portraits and small groups of 3–4 people. The studio features large windows that flood the room with gorgeous natural light, beautifully complementing its clean, neutral tones. Complete with a stylish couch and a variety of versatile props, it offers everything we need to capture a timeless, creative session!
Sabi Space Studio is a beautifully curated, intimate space perfect for creative portraits and small groups of 3–4 people. The studio features large windows that flood the room with gorgeous natural light, beautifully complementing its clean, neutral tones. Complete with a stylish couch and a variety of versatile props, it offers everything we need to capture a timeless, creative session!
