GARFIELD PARK CONSERVATORY PHOTOGRAPHY GUIDELINES
Photographs of the landscape and botanical collection intended for personal enjoyment may be taken in the Conservatory and Sunken Garden without a permit using a handheld camera only.
All portrait photography requires a photo shoot permit. The use of tripods and professional photography equipment is strictly prohibited unless the photography shoot is prearranged and paid for through the conservatory staff.
To arrange a photography session please contact us in person, via email or by calling our office.
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Portrait Photography of any kind is prohibited in the conservatory and gardens without a prearranged photo shoot that is paid for and scheduled by a member of the conservatory staff. Individuals taking portraiture in the gardens without schedule or payment will be asked to leave. If Conservatory staff suspects that this is a professional shoot, participants will be asked to leave and no refund will be issued.
Non-Professional/Amateur Photo Shoot: The fee for the use of the Sunken Garden or Conservatory for a photo shoot by a non-professional is $25.00 per hour. This fee is set by the Parks Board and cannot be adjusted. This permit does not include the use of professional photography equipment, including but not limited to backdrops, reflectors, lighting stands, and wardrobe changes. If Conservatory staff suspects that this is a professional shoot, participants will be asked to leave and no refund will be issued.
Professional Photo Shoot: All professional photographers are required to have a $450.00 professional photo shoot permit. This fee is set by the Parks Board and cannot be adjusted. This permit does not include the use of professional photography equipment, including but not limited to backdrops, reflectors, lighting stands, and wardrobe changes. If Conservatory staff suspects that this is a professional shoot, participants will be asked to leave and no refund will be issued.
Photo shoot guidelines for all arranged photography: The following are guidelines that all photographers and individuals must follow during the photo shoot. These guidelines exist for your safety and the health of our plant collection.
• All participants in photo shoot will be charged $1 admission to the Conservatory.
• Everyone must remain on the paths. Do not step off the paths into the flowerbeds, on plants, or any other structure.
• Do not move or rearrange any plants or props. No leaning on plant supports, trees, trellis, gazebo, or any other structure.
• Do not sit on bricks, waterfall, props, fountain, or any other structure. Sitting on benches and the paths is permitted.
• Other than one tripod, professional photography equipment is not permitted.
• Do not block or obstruct any paths while taking pictures. Under no circumstances will your photo shoot impede visitor or traffic flow.
• There is no dressing area or restroom facility for changing clothes.
