Where to Shoot in DFW: My 4 Fav Spots :)


Finding the perfect backdrop is half the battle. After spending the last year exploring Fort Worth and the surrounding areas, these are my "go-to" spots for a variety of styles:


  1. The Fort Worth Stockyards: For that classic Texas feel, you can't beat the Stockyards. While the cactus gardens are a favorite, I love utilizing a specific industrial spiral staircase I’ve found that adds a modern, architectural edge to your photos.
  2. Kimbell Art Museum: This is my favorite spot for "Architectural meets Nature." The clean lines of the building paired with the soft natural light make for a high-end, editorial look that fits my warm, true-to-color editing style perfectly.
  3. Airfield Falls: If you want nature and a "hidden gem" feel, this park features a stunning waterfall that feels miles away from the city. It’s a fantastic spot for families and adventurous couples.
  4. Murrell Park: I saved my absolute favorite for last! Located on the shores of Lake Grapevine, this spot is a photographer’s dream. It offers two distinct looks: beautiful wooded areas that provide perfect shade for midday shoots, and rocky "cliffs" that overlook the water. The sunset here is unmatched—the way the light reflects off the lake creates a golden glow that is simply perfect for engagements and family portraits. If you're looking for a location that feels like a getaway, this is it!
Person in blue shirt and jeans sits casually on stone path near brick buildings and bridge in urban setting.

Fort Worth Stockyards - Industrial location with spiral staircase

Person in teal dress and black hat sits on stone steps outside a brick building with ornate railings.

Fort Worth Stockyards - Industrial location with spiral staircase

Students gather and socialize on outdoor campus steps during a sunny afternoon.

Fort Worth Stockyard Station

Group of people walking through a dimly lit covered walkway or tunnel with wooden walls.

Fort Worth Stockyard Canal location

A couple walks together under stone archways in an outdoor courtyard with gravel ground.

Kimbell Art Museum

Family members lie together on green grass in a park on a sunny summer day.

Kimbell Art Museum

A family enjoys quality time together on a sunny day in a grassy park lined with mature trees.

Kimbell Art Museum

A person in black top and mint pants poses among a grove of young trees in a serene outdoor setting.

Kimbell Art Museum

A person in a flowing white dress crouches in shallow water, creating splashes while posing in a natural stream setting.

Airfield Falls - Creek

Two people in white dresses laying on sandy ground during golden hour with trees in background.

Airfield Falls - Waterfall (off season / low water levels)

Romantic couple sitting together by a cascading waterfall in a lush green outdoor setting.

Airfield Falls - Waterfall (Spring / Summer time after a storm)

A couple in white outfits walks together in a grassy field during golden hour sunset.

Airfield Falls - Open Field (Tall grass during Spring)

Stone church with white walls stands near a waterfront as someone in red pants poses against blue cloudy sky.

Murrell Park

A couple dances joyfully on a grassy lawn in front of a stone church building on a sunny day.

Murrell Park

Two figures in coordinating orange velvet and white dresses stand together on a stone pathway at golden hour.

Murrell Park

A person in a black dress stands under an archway holding heart-shaped headphones near a reflecting pool.

Murrell Park