Discover 5 favorite photoshoot locations in Austin, Texas!

With no shortage of dreamy backgrounds, Native Texas foliage, and a perfect view of the State Capital. Waterloo Greenway is a perfect location for couples and young professionals. The surprisingly intimate setting on a micro footprint has an ideal shoot time of 7am-9am and 4pm-sunset all year long. Good news is the drought tolerant native foliage makes this a great location for mid-summer photoshoots. Location fees apply, visit https://waterloogreenway.org/ for details. To see more from Melanie’s headshot and lifestyle portrait shoot at Waterloo Greenway just click the button below!

Red Bud Isle has an abundant selection of scenes for portraits right on the water. If you’re patient enough to avoid high time you’ll find this place especially magical. With limited parking being the only barrier to entry, it’s a great spot for families and especially those with canine friends. If you’re looking for a photoshoot turned wondrous experience to new territory add this location to your list. https://austinparks.org/park/red-bud-isle/ To see more from an October evening family shoot at Red Bud Isle just click the button that follows.

If what you want is a shoot in the urban heart of Austin then look no further than West 6th. Complete with colorful surfaces and neon signs the location gives off a certain Grunge Appeal. Perfect for couples, young professionals, and musicians. This Street Style location could easily be paired with the Art Deco vibes of Austin’s Seaholm District as it is just a few minutes walk from Ladybird Lake and the Downtown Public Library. https://www.taqueromuchoaustin.com/ To view more from my model shoot on West 6th Street follow the button below!

Butler Metro Park is a fanciful spot for kids and adults alike. With water features and Ladybird Lake in the vicinity. You’ll have skyline views and a playscape like you’ve never seen before all in one spot. Many of Downtown’s best attractions are within walking distance including Auditorium Shores, the James D. Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge, and the Fannie Davis Town Lake Gazebo. These locations are all open for public access (in case you needed any more convincing) and this spot is great for both Morning and Evening shoots. https://austinparks.org/park/butler-park/ To view a senior session at Butler Metro Park and on the Pedestrian bridge just follow the link below.

One of East Austin’s famed gems, Sekrit Theater brings a wonderland of possibilities for micro-weddings and portrait shoots alike. With the main attraction being an Antique Greenhouse there’s also a lounge bus, a large pavillion, and many other small wonders to discover. The property is mostly booked in private One Hour time blocks with booking rates determined by the event type and whether the photos are for commercial or personal use. For specific details I encourage you to check out their website https://www.sekrittheater.com/ the ideal shoot times book up early and can sometimes book out as far as one year… trust me it’s worth the wait. To view a small portfolio for images from Sekret theater click the button below.