This guide walks through my favorite session locations, including photo examples, cost info, location details, seasonality, and overall vibe. You’ll also find notes on requirements, themes, and addresses to help you choose the best fit for your session.

Chandler Lookout

 

A seclusive spot that overlooks the Arkansas River, with stunning sunsets almost every evening, making for breathtaking photos!!

 

 

 

COST : FREE 


THEME : nature


SEASON :
SPRING, SUMMER, FALL


ADDRESS :
202 Avery Dr, Sand Springs, OK 74063


REQUIREMENTS :
1/2 mile walk through questionable terrain, steep entrance, small section of climbing to reach the overlook.

Philbrook Museum

 

A mansion, surrounded by expansive formal and informal gardens that resemble those in Italy, England, and France, with additional architectural pieces throughout the garden.

 

 

 

COST : $50 per hour (open-hour) or $250 (after-hour)


THEME : nature and architecture


SEASON :
SPRING, SUMMER, FALL


ADDRESS :
2727 S Rockford Rd, Tulsa, OK 74114


REQUIREMENTS :
sessions must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance and align with the museum's availability.

Centennial Park

 

A local park with beautiful trees, a pond and bridge, as well as a breathtaking view of Downtown Tulsa. A great option during sunset hours, to capture beautiful lighting and each feature mentioned above.

 

 

 

COST : free



THEME : nature


SEASON :
SPRING, SUMMER, FALL


ADDRESS :
1028 E 6th St, Tulsa, OK 74120


REQUIREMENTS :
walking

brookside

 

A clean and sleek section of the city that allows for minimalistic photos that capture the subject well. Includes white hallway, steps, and buildings.

 

 

 

COST : free



THEME : city and architecture


SEASON :
SPRING, SUMMER, FALL, winter


ADDRESS :
3509 S Peoria Ave, Tulsa, OK 74105


REQUIREMENTS :
walking

Turkey Mountain

 

A 300-acre area of undeveloped land, filled with forest, rocks, tall grass, and more.

 

 

 

COST : free



THEME : nature


SEASON :
SPRING, SUMMER, FALL, winter


ADDRESS :
6850 S Elwood Ave, Tulsa, OK 74132


REQUIREMENTS :
walking and/or hiking up and down questionable terrain.

Zink Park

 

A beautiful neighborhood park with a variety of trees and plants, as well as a shallow creek of water.

 

 

 

 

COST : free



THEME : nature


SEASON :
SPRING, SUMMER, FALL


ADDRESS :
 1607 E 32nd St, Tulsa, OK 74105


REQUIREMENTS :
walking and/or hiking up and down questionable terrain.

First North

 

A minimal and bright studio with clean lighting, flowy curtains, fun chairs/furniture, and a mirror. The walls, ceiling, and floors are white.

 

 

 

COST : $80 an hour



THEME : studio


SEASON :
spring, summer, fall, winter


ADDRESS :
 1 N Armstrong St Bixby, OK 74008


REQUIREMENTS :
sessions must align with the studio's availability.