Best Photo Shoot Locations for Spring in Metro Detroit

Troy Farm Park

Troy Farm Park is one of my favorite locations in the spring. The grasses here are beautiful and there is a great barn here we can use the outside of as well. It's located in Troy on South Boulevard near Adams. It can get very busy in the summer and fall but is normally empty in the winter and spring. The parking lot is decently close to where we take photos as well. Click on the image to view my full location guide and see more photos of this location.

Rochester Museum at Van Hoosen Farm

Rochester Museum at Van Hoosen Farm is great in the spring as the historic estate and farm are unchanging. Rochester Museum at Van Hoosen Farm requires a permit for photographers. I cover the cost of this but your session must be booked a few days in advance as they are first come, first serve. If there is a wedding or event, we cannot use this location. This location is best for sunset. Click on the image to view my full location guide and see more photos of this location.

Cranberry Lake Park

Think 1800 farmhouse with a few acres of land. I LOVE Cranberry Lake Park. It's a unique and beautiful location for families, seniors, maternity and couples photo shoots. This park is perfect year round. This park has fields, barns, an old farmhouse and a maple tree lane. Click on the image to view my full location guide and see more photos of this location.

This is the best location for extended sessions because this park offers so many different backgrounds in a small area.

The beach at Stony Creek

Located at Stony Creek Metropark in Shelby Township. The beach at Stoney creek is beautiful year round. In the spring it can be windy so we may need to head to another Stony Creek location if the wind is too strong during your session. Click on the image to view my full location guide and see more photos of this location.

Innovation Hills

This is park is not suitable for sessions with more than 2 people. It is a beautiful park in Rochester Hills that features a wooden walkway surrounded by wetlands. A session here will include walking about a 1/2 mile. Click on the image to view my full location guide and see more photos of this location.

*Not a suitable location for family sessions*

The tree line at Stony Creek

Stony Creek Metropark is located in Shelby Township. It features pine trees, tall tan grasses and a lake that make it a great location for spring. Click on the image to view my full location guide and see more photos of this location.

Bear Creek Nature Park

Bear Creek Nature Park is located in north Rochester. This park is huge and suitable for all session lengths and types. This park has lots of grassy fields to run and play in. Click on the image to view my full location guide and see more photos of this location.

Douglas Evans Nature Preserve

Douglas Evans Nature Preserve is located in Beverly Hills. It is a beautiful spring location for those who prefer a dreamy, boho look. The grasses begin to turn from tan to green for the summer and there is a white barn that can be used as well. Douglas Evans Nature Preserve is located in Beverly Hills. Click on the image to view my full location guide and see more photos of this location.

River Bends Park

River Bends Park is located in Shelby Township. This is a large park featuring a river, wooded areas, a few bridges and grassland. The best spots to take photos at River Bends are a little difficult to access and are not accommodating to people who have trouble walking or are wearing heels. Before reaching the most picturesque areas you will need to go down 40 step or walk down a gravel hill, and again on the way back up. Click on the image to view my full location guide and see more photos of this location.

Lake St Clair Metropark

Lake St Clair Metropark is in Harrison Township. It features a beach area on the lake, as well as grassy fields. It's a great location for a spring photoshoot of any length. There is a $30 travel fee for this location. Click on the image to view my full location guide and see more photos of this location.

Downtown Rochester

Downtown Rochester features a lot of buildings, alleyways and rooftops that make great backdrops for cityscape photos year round. This is a popular spot for seniors and headshots but can also be a great spot of unique/edgy family or couples photos. Click on the image to view my full location guide and see more photos of this location.

Birmingham City Hall

Birmingham City Hall is a great location year round. The building makes a classic and timeless backdrop that is unchanging with the seasons. The Birmingham city hall is best for a solo or couples photo shoot. Click on the image to view my full location guide and see more photos of this location.

*Not a suitable location for family sessions*

DIA

Detroit Art Institute is a great location year round. The marble building makes a classic and timeless backdrop that is unchanging with the seasons. The DIA is best for a solo or couples photo shoot. There is a $40 travel fee for this location. Click on the image to view my full location guide and see more photos of this location.

Downtown Detroit

Downtown Detroit is a great location year round. The historic buildings makes a classic and timeless backdrop that is unchanging with the seasons. There is a $50 travel fee for this location. Click on the image to view my full location guide and see more photos of this location.