Scholarships, letters of recommendation, college searching, applications and tours are all tasks seniors will inevitably have to face in their last year of high school. It is difficult to keep up with this long list, and it can even be a little nerve-wracking. But, there is something missing that is even more stressful than any of those on the list. Senior photos. There is nothing worse than not being able to document your journey as a rising senior with a few photos. If you don’t know where to go, never fear, here are a few locations to book your first or next senior photo session at!

Holcomb Gardens 

To start off our list, we will delve into the beauty of nature! Located at Butler University, Holcomb Gardens stretches over 20 acres of land. It is on a hillside, giving you a view of the Indianapolis Central Canal. A lake, a gardenhouse, a gazebo, the Poet’s Corner, the Philosopher’s Bench and a statue of Persephone call Holcomb home. The park has numerous places within itself to take photos, and you can even take a stroll if you want to after your session. Check out Holcomb Gardens if you want to take in the greenery one last time before the fall.

Coxhall Gardens

Going north from Indianapolis to Carmel is home to Coxhall Gardens. Just like Holcomb, Coxhall has many things to offer to its visitors. If you prefer bigger locations with a lot to explore, the park covers 125 acres of land. When you visit, you’ll see a lake, a children’s playground, a pavilion for outdoor music, trails and so much more. There are various ways and places in Coxhall to take photos at. If you don’t like a woody vibe but still want the outdoors, give Coxhall Gardens a glance!

Downtown Indy

Lastly, the closest one on the list is downtown Indianapolis. There are various spots to shoot some photos. If you know anything about Indy, you would definitely know the heart of the city: Monument Circle. The area is riddled with different shops and restaurants leading to it, giving it a lively feel. A few other spots worth checking out are the other few monuments around downtown, the Central Canal, the Statehouse and its surrounding scenery. If this is your first time taking your senior photos, downtown Indy is definitely worth looking into.

Downtown Franklin

For those who are looking for something else besides nature, and looking for something quite the opposite, downtown Franklin is one place to definitely see. Although small, Franklin is a complete hidden gem. Colorful and lively, there are multiple spots to take a few shots. The old Artcraft Theater, City Hall and the multitude of shops, restaurants and streets are all good places to go out and seek for a photoshoot. If nature hasn’t caught your eye, and you want a calm town feel to your photos, give downtown Franklin a visit!