Every year around late February, my messages start rolling in:

“Where should we take spring family photos?”
“Where will flowers actually be blooming?”
“I want something pretty but not overcrowded…”

And honestly — location matters a lot in the spring.

North Carolina spring is beautiful… but unpredictable. Trees bloom for two weeks, petals fall overnight, and suddenly what looked magical yesterday looks bare today.

That’s why I consistently recommend the same three locations to my clients.

They don’t just look good — they work.

Because they always have something blooming, multiple backdrops, and enough variety to make your gallery feel like we went to five different places in one session.

Here are my three go-to spring locations in the Triad:

1. Tanglewood Park — Clemmons, NC

(My most versatile location)

Tanglewood is basically a photographer’s playground in the spring.

Between the gardens, bridges, walkways, open fields, and tree-lined paths — I could shoot here every day for a month and never take the same photo twice.

In early spring you get fresh greens and flowering trees.
Mid-spring brings fuller foliage and soft color.
Late spring gives lush, vibrant backgrounds that look amazing for families and seniors.

What makes Tanglewood so good:

• Multiple distinct looks in one session

• Natural walking paths (great for kids who won’t sit still)

• Soft shaded areas (flattering light all day)

• Water features + bridges for visual interest

• Looks natural, not overly posed

It’s especially great if you want your photos to feel relaxed and candid instead of formal.

📍 You can explore the park here:
Tanglewood Park

2. Reynolda Gardens — Winston-Salem, NC

(The “spring flowers everywhere” location)

If your vision includes flowers — Reynolda is hard to beat.

This is where you get that classic spring look:

• blooming trees

• manicured gardens

• arches

• brick walkways

• benches

• layered landscaping

Every turn gives a new backdrop. It feels elegant without feeling stiff.

Parents especially love this location because the variety keeps kids engaged — we can move often, which keeps everyone happy and relaxed.

Why it works so well:

• Flowers bloom in stages (longer season)

• Clean, polished backgrounds

• Perfect balance of natural + classic

• Looks great for both families and seniors

📍 More info here:
Reynolda Gardens

3. Dewberry Farm — Kernersville, NC

(Peak bloom magic)

This one is a little different — Dewberry Farm is short-window for tulips and other seasonal flowers but incredible.

When the tulips bloom, it creates a setting you simply cannot replicate anywhere else in the Triad. The rows of color add depth, texture, and instantly create a “wow” factor.

The best part?
Even simple poses look amazing because the location does so much of the work.

Why families love it:

• Bright, colorful spring look

• Kids stay engaged (it feels like an outing)

• Unique compared to typical park photos

• Short sessions still look full and complete

📍 Bloom updates:
Dewberry Farm

Why These Locations Work So Well (From a Photographer’s Perspective)

Spring sessions aren’t just about flowers — they’re about consistency.

These locations are reliable because they offer:

1. Continuous blooms
If one tree drops petals, another area is blooming.

2. Variety in a small area
We don’t waste session time walking — we spend it capturing moments.

3. Natural interaction spaces
Paths, benches, bridges, and arches help people relax because they have something to do, not just stand and smile.

4. Unique galleries
Even if multiple families shoot the same week — your images won’t look the same.

That’s the real secret.

Good locations don’t just look pretty…
They help people feel comfortable — and comfortable people photograph better.

Which Location Should You Choose?

• Want natural + playful? → Tanglewood

• Want classic spring flowers? → Reynolda

• Want bold color + wow factor? → Dewberry Farm

Honestly — you can’t go wrong with any of them.

The best one is the one that matches your family’s personality.

Serving families in Mocksville, Clemmons, Winston-Salem, Advance, and the greater Triad area of North Carolina.