Locations For Sessions
This blog post is for those of you who have scheduled a session with Kyla Jo Photography and now you are wondering, “Where should we have our session?”
These are some of the locations in Indiana and around Muncie that are some of my favorites. I will include reasons why I love these spots and which spots are best for families, seniors, pets, newborns, maternity, couples, and children sessions.
This blog post is for those of you who have scheduled a session with Kyla Jo Photography and now you are wondering, “Where should we have our session?”
These are some of the locations in Indiana and around Muncie that are my favorites or that I have shot at before. I will include reasons why I love these spots and which spots are best for families, seniors, pets, newborns, maternity, couples, and children sessions.
Whitetail Tree Farms
Whitetail Tree Farms is perfect for any winter session, when all of the trees are dead and there is not much color, the pine trees always make a gorgeous backdrop. During the fall, there are even more places to shoot with bright yellow trees, fence lines, and a cute pathway surrounded by trees.
Minnetrista Gardens
Minnetrista requires photographers to have a yearly pass to be able to shoot on their grounds, and I have one! YAY! Minnetrista is gorgeous in the spring with bright flowers and greenery everywhere. Minnetrista is great for families, with a simplistic nature feel, there are surrounding buildings that can be used as backdrops as well.
Reservoir
The reservoir has tons of locations, but I have found one that is gorgeous in the evening just before sunset! The trees are surrounding you, the water in the background, and the road is close by for some fun dipping and dancing shots! I would suggest this location in the evening just before sunset for the best lighting. If you are a little adventurous we can jump in the reservoir and capture some playful shots.
White River Water Fall & Park
If you are wanting to stick close to downtown Muncie, but want a little nature included in your session, this is the perfect classic spot. With a path lined with green shrubbery and an old building with steps for the family. Just across the road is Whiteriver, where shooting in the evening or on an overcast day is perfect. I have shot in the sun, pouring rain, cold and hot weather here at the park and I just love all of the outcomes!
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory
This botanical garden is everything you could ever want for a senior session. Even though it is a little bit of a drive from Muncie Indiana, it is totally worth it! It is located in Fort Wayne, and has the most beautiful lighting and backdrops. I could spend hourssss here capturing your photos! If you are interested in a session here, there is a small travel fee, but like I said it is SO WORTH IT! Check out the website and all of the different gardens they offer.
Maplewood Golf Course (Location of Studio)
Maplewood is near and dear to my heart, as my studio is located just upstairs above the pro shop! Maplewood is perfect in the fall, with colors everywhere. Currently there is a huge tree that fell last year, we were all so sad, butttttt it makes for a really fun photo prop. There is also a tall grassy area for spring and summer shoots in the back of the course, your kids will love riding in the golf carts to get there! Of you are interested in getting a mixture of studio photos and outdoor photos, this is the perfect location for you.
Ball State University Quad
Ball State is pretty year round, with the old buildings and huge doorways. I usually meet at the art museum and go from there. The stair case is huge and is perfect for that large family photo, you have been wanting for years. Just around the building is a line of pine trees, that make for a great background in your family groupings or senior photos. I am very comfortable with campus (as a BSU Alumni) and know of other spots, such as the green house, fountain, village and a few others!
Nichole & Steven // 5.20.18
Nichole & Steven had a small and quaint wedding at Whitetail Tree Farms. The couple were so much fun to work with, they traveled all the way from California to be with family on their special day. Thank you both for letting me capture your wedding day, here is a small sneak peek!
Nichole & Steven had a small and quaint wedding at Whitetail Tree Farms. The couple were so much fun to work with, they traveled all the way from California to be with family on their special day. Thank you both for letting me capture your wedding day, here is a small sneak peek!
Mommy & Me Spring Mini // Adrienne & Blake Mansfield
Adrienne & Blake Mansfield were so much fun to work with! We had a spring mommy and me session at Muncie’s Minnetrista Oakhurst Gardens. It was absolutely gorgeous, the flowers and trees were blooming and there was so much green! Adrienne is going to have her hands full when Blake grows up, with those blue eye and freckles!
Adrienne & Blake Mansfield were so much fun to work with! We had a spring mommy and me session at Muncie’s Minnetrista Oakhurst Gardens. It was absolutely gorgeous, the flowers and trees were blooming and there was so much green! Adrienne is going to have her hands full when Blake grows up, with those blue eye and freckles!
Andrea, Alex, & Alayna Family Session // Whitetail Tree Farms
I had met Andrea and her daughter Alayna at a craft bazaar, where I had a photo booth set up at, I had mentioned that Alayna was a spitting image of Andrea (but seriously they are twins). The three of them, Andrea's parents and sister also attended the photo session. They were all so easy to work with and the session went so smoothly. I look forward to working with this sweet family again in the near future!
I had met Andrea and her daughter Alayna at a previous craft show that I had a booth set up at, The three of them, Andrea's parents and sister also attended the photo session. They were all so easy to work with and the session went so smoothly. I look forward to working with this sweet family again in the near future!
Ashley & Zach // Couples Session
Ashley & Zach Meadows were such a sweet couple, they were fun to work with and so naturally in love with each other. I am so happy they chose me to capture a mini session of the two of them this winter.
Ashley & Zach Meadows were the sweetest couple, they were fun to work with and so naturally in love with each other. I am so glad they chose me to capture the two of them this past winter.
Winter Minis With The Christmas Trees // Lacey, Dylon, & Braylon
I have gotten to take Lacey & Dylon's photos since Braylon was in the womb. I love capturing this precious family grow and become so much stronger together!
I have gotten to take Lacey & Dylon's photos since Braylon was in the womb. I love capturing this precious family grow and become so much stronger together!
Winter Minis With The Christmas Trees // Heather, Bradley, & Malachi
This mini session had me laughing the entire time, from the little energetic yorkie (Bella) to Malachi laughing and smiling the ENTIRE session! Bradley, Heather, and Malachi were a joy to work with and I look forward to capturing their adorable little family again in the future!
Kip's Christmas Shoot At Whitetail Tree Farms
Kip and I ventured out to Whitetail Tree Farms where I have been doing a lot of family mini sessions and we captured some great shots with his new plaid bandana from CrewLaLa.
Kip and I ventured out to Whitetail Tree Farms where I have been doing a lot of family mini sessions and we captured some great shots with his new plaid bandana from CrewLaLa.
Winter Minis With The Christmas Trees // Anderson Family
The Anderson family drove an hour to come and get family photos taken at Whitetail Tree Farms, and they were so adorable!
The Anderson family drove an hour to get family photos taken at Whitetail Tree Farms, and they were so adorable!
Winter Minis With The Christmas Trees // Hailey, Harper & Dylan
Hailey & Dylan brought their adorable dog Harper for a mini session at Whitetail Tree Farm, and we captured so many amazing photos of the three of them! Harper had us all crying from laughing so hard, when she went to go running while on her leash and flipped on to her back, she just could not handle all the excitement of the photo session! I look forward to photographing this adorable family again in the future.
Hailey & Dylan brought their adorable dog Harper for a mini session at Whitetail Tree Farm, and we captured so many amazing photos of the three of them! Harper had us all crying from laughing so hard, when she went to go running while on her leash and flipped on to her back, she just could not handle all the excitement of the photo session! I look forward to photographing this adorable family again in the future.
Winter Minis With The Christmas Trees // Lipps Family
Debbie, Jason, Mackemzie, Mavery, and Nylah (The Dog) were such a joy to work with! The Lipps family has so many photos to choose from, but here are just a few! Thank you again.
Debbie, Jason, Mackemzie, Mavery, and Nylah (The Dog)
Family Session At Whitetail Tree Farms // Hodges Family
The Hodges were troopers, even though their little one was shivering by the end of the session, they did amazing in the 30 degree weather. I loved working with these three, thank you to the Hodge family for choosing me for your family session! Here is just a small sneak peek, I look forward to photographing your family again (Hopefully when it's warmer)!
The Hodges were troopers, even though their little one was shivering by the end of the session, they all did amazing in the 30 degree weather. I loved working with these three, thank you to the Hodges family for choosing me for your family session. Here is just a small sneak peek, I look forward to photographing your family again (Hopefully when it's warmer)!
