By Bonnie
Photography
Forsyth Park - Savannah
Fun Facts About This Location:
This is My Most Requested Photo Location!
Forsyth Park Spans 30 Acres Making it Savannah’s largest Public Park! There are Many Beautiful Backdrops in This Park Including the Large Famous Fountain, the Old Fort Fragrant Garden, the Historic Buildings Along the Streets Surrounding the Park & the Sidewalks Lined with Live Oak Trees Dripping in Spanish Moss.
This Park Has So Much to Offer!
Benefits of This Location:
-Public Bathrooms
-Ample Parking Including Handicap Parking
-Trolly Drop Off & Pick Up Location
-Restaurants In & Around the Park
-The Parks Beauty Allows for Versatility in Your Images with Little Walking
-Sidewalks & Lots of Benches
-Local Musicians are Often Playing Creating a Cool Vibe
Things You Should Know About This Location:
-Park is Busy Especially Friday-Sunday
-I Can't Promise People Won't be in the Background of Your Images, Especially Any Fountian Images
-For Anyone Who is Super Shy There is Not a Ton of Privacy When Getting Those Fountian Photos
This Location is Perfect For:
-Almost Everyone!!!!!
-Those Who Can't Walk Too Far or in a Wheelchair
-People Who Want a Mix of Everything Savannah has to Offer in One Session
Forsyth Park
Savannah Georgia
Fun Facts About This Location:
Forsyth Park Spans 30 Acres Making it Savannah’s largest Public Park! There are Many Beautiful Backdrops in This Park Including the Large Beautifully Romantic Fountain, the Old Fort Fragrant Garden, the Historic Buildings Along the Streets Surrounding the Park & the Sidewalks Lined with Live Oak Trees Dripping in Spanish Moss.
This Park Has So Much to Offer!
Benefits of This Location:
-No Reservation, Permit or Fees are Needed for 5-6 People or Less
-Large Enough to Accommodate a Small Group Wedding Guests (About 15 People)
-Public Bathrooms
-Very Romantic Setting
-Ample Parking Including Handicap Parking
-The Parks Beauty Allows for Versatility in Your Images with Little Walking
-Some Areas of Privacy
-Sidewalks & Lots of Benches
-Local Musicians are Often Playing Creating a Cool Vibe
Things You Should Know About This Location:
-Park is Busy Especially on Fridays Saturdays & Sundays
-I Can't Promise People Won't be in the Background of Your Images, Especially
Any Fountian Images
-For Anyone Who is Super Shy There is Not a Ton of Privacy Especially When
Getting Fountian Photos
This Location is Perfect For:
-Almost Everyone!!!!!
-Those Who Can't Walk Too Far or in a Wheelchair
-People Who Want a Mix of Everything Savannah has to Offer in One Spot
Historic Squares
Savannah Georgia
Fun Facts About This Location:
The Savannah Historic District Has Twenty-Two Beautiful Squares. They are Located at Street Intersections & Are About 200 Feet Long & Wide. They Literally Are Squares Filled with Grass, Trees, Benches & Monuments! Each Has its Own Name & Unique Beauty. Personally, I Think These Squares are What Make the Historic Downtown So Special!
My Favorite Squares for Photo Sessions:
-Chatham Square - Barnard & Wayne St
-Monterey Square - Bull & Wayne St
-Orleans Square - Barnard & W. McDonough St
-Pulaski Square - Barnard & W. Macon St
Benefits of These Locations:
-Most Squares Don't Require a Permit or Fee for 5 People or Less
-Quiet
-Privacy
-Sidewalks & Benches
-Historic Urban Vibes
-Beautiful Nature & Architecture
-Chatham, Pulaski, & Orleans Squares Have No Monuments
-Orleans Squares has a Beautiful Fountain
Things You Should Know About This Location:
-No Public Bathrooms
-If There is Another Event in Square We Will Need to Move to Another Nearby Square
-Street Parking is Usually Available but You May Have to Walk
-Parked Cars Will Be in Some of Your Photos
-Monterey Square May Have Some More Foot Traffic Than Others
This Location is Perfect For:
-Those Who Want a Little More Privacy
-Those Who Enjoy a Walk
-People Who Want Non-Touristy Photos in Savannah
Historic Wormsloe Site
Savannah Georgia
Fun Facts About This Location:
This is a Highly Requested Photo Location. This Location is Famous for the Gorgeous Oak Lined Avenue. This Site is 882 Acres & Home to the Oldest Ruins in Savannah. Wormsloe was a Plantation Established by Noble Jones One of Georgia's Founders. The State of Georgia Acquired Most of the Wormsloe Property in 1973 & Then Turned it Into a State Historic Site in 1979. Today There is a Small Museum, Gift Shop, Walking Trails & Picnic Tables for Visitors to Enjoy.
Benefits of This Location:
-Bathrooms
-Ample Parking
-Outdoor Area with Seating for a Few Guests
-Breathtaking Magical View
Things You Should Know About This Location:
-Wormsloe Requires You to Make a Reservation for Any Elopements or Ceremonies
-A Vehicle is Required to Get to the Photo Location
-Having Your Own Vehicle is Preferred
-The Oak Avenue is a Real Working Road
We Will Need to Wait for Traffic in Order to Photograph & We Will Be In & Out of
the Avenue Several Times
-No Paved Areas - Photos Will All Be Done on Dirt & Grass
-I Can't Promise Cars Won't be in the Background of a Few of Your Images
-Wormsloe is Implementing New System & Entrance Starting Late July /Mid August of 2023. I am in Close Contact with the Staff & will Notify You of Any Changes.
This Location is Perfect For:
-Romantic Images
-Nature Filled Images
-Those Who Want an Iconic Backdrop
Downtown Statesboro Georgia
Fun Facts About This Location:
Statesboro is a Small College City with a Cute Downtown. It is Home to Georgia Southern University & Known as Home of the Eagles. The Downtown has Been Featured in a Few Movies Including the 1995 Movie 'Now & Then" & The City was the Inspiration for the Song 'Statesboro Blues' Written by Blind Willie McTell & Covered by the Allman Brothers Band.
Benefits of This Location:
-Ample Free Parking
-Sidewalks are Not Busy
-The Courthouse is Gorgeous
Things You Should Know About This Location:
-No Public Bathrooms
-Not A Lot of Nature or Greenery
-I Can't Promise Cars Won't be in the Background of Your Images
This Location is Perfect For:
-Those Looking for a Small Town Feel in Images
-Pretty Courthouse Elopements
Twin Oaks Vineyard
Statesboro Georgia
Fun Facts About This Location:
Statesboro's Newest Event Venue. This Venue Used to be a Winery & Recently was Purchased & Revitalized by a Local Family Who Runs the Business Today. The Property is Well Taken Care of & Offers Beautiful Large Field Views, Muscadine Grapevines, Two Large Oak Trees & a Patio Area with Swing Benches & a Pergola
Benefits of This Location:
-Offers the flexibility to Accommodate Any Size Group,Large or Small
-Facility Rental Includes Tables & Chairs
-Ample Parking
-Clean Bathrooms
Things You Should Know About This Location:
-You Need to Book Through Twin Oaks for an Elopement or Micro Wedding
This Location is Perfect For:
-Those Wanting Privacy
-Those Wanting a Quiet Place
-Nature Lovers
-Those Looking for A Country Feel or Vibe in Images
-If You are Looking for Ceremony & Reception in Same Location
-If You Are Planning on Having Guests
The Brice House
Vidalia Georgia
Fun Facts About This Location:
This Venue was Once its own Incorporated Town called Charles, Georgia.It Now Offers 11 acres & a Triple Tiered Front Lawn, English Garden, Pecan Orchard & a Magnolia Forest.
The Main House is a French Provincial Style & a Revival Featuring a Boutique Ballroom, Grand Foyer, Study, 6 Bedrooms, & an Opulent Trophy Room with a Replica Fireplace from the Petite Trianon located on the Grounds of the Palace of Versailles in France.
Benefits of This Location:
-Offers the flexibility to Accommodate Any Size Group,Large or Small
-Facility Rental Includes Tables & Chairs
-Ample Parking
-Bedrooms for Wedding Party, Family, or for Bride & Groom
-Large Areas to Get Ready Including a Bridal Suite with a Dressing Room
-Getting Ready, Ceremony & Reception All Can Be Held On Site
Things You Should Know About This Location:
-Must Rent Through Facility
-Can be Hard to Find
This Location is Perfect For:
-Those Wanting Privacy
-Those Wanting a Quiet Place
-Nature Lovers