Photography
General Information
Use of the grounds for professional photography sessions is available to the public. Photos may only be taken during regular Taltree Arboretum & Gardens hours. Taltree is a public facility and privacy will not be guaranteed. Areas within Taltree cannot be reserved for the exclusive use of any group unless a facility is rented.
Non-commercial/Amateur Photography
Visitors are welcome to take photographs of the arboretum & gardens for your own use and enjoyment. Please observe our photo policies. If you think you’ve taken a great shot, please let us know. We always need photos for our advertisements and newsletters. Contact Taltree at info@taltree.org.
Portrait Photography
Portrait photography is defined as engagement, bridal, senior/school portraits, family portraits, posed portraiture of individuals by professional photographers or by amateurs acting in the role of a professional. A Portrait Photograhy Permit is required for portrait photography.
Wedding Photography
Wedding photography that coincides with a scheduled wedding ceremony facility rental of the Meyer Pavilion does not require an extra permit. Wedding photography outside of a facility rental will be treated as portrait photography as listed above.
Taltree Photography Permits
Photographers have two options when a permit is required: One-time Session Permit or Annual Photography Permit. All photography sessions require that the photographer clearly display his/her permit while on any part of the arboretum grounds. Permit and a photo ID must be presented at the Gatehouse upon arrival.
One-time Session Permit $25
- Good for one session only
- Includes a total of three (3) photographers or assistants
- Use of the arboretum & gardens as a studio for photographer and staff during regular hours (check website for current hours)
- In addition to the permit fee, all visitors/clients (with the exception of the photographer & staff) are subject to the general admission fees as posted
Annual Photography Permit $150
- One year permit renewable annually
- Includes up to three (3) photographers or assistants and two (2) clients per photo session
- Any additional visitors/clients are subject to the general admission fees as posted
- Good for every day the arboretum is open to the public, but is not available for use during Special Events (check website for event details)
- Use of the arboretum & gardens as a studio for photographer and staff during regular hours (check website for current hours)
- Not to be construed or used as a Taltree membership
To Purchase a Photo Permit
One-time Session Permits:
1) Purchase at the Gatehouse or Taltree store on the day of your photo shoot
Annual Photography Permits:
2) Purchase at the Gatehouse or Taltree store
3) Print the Portrait Photography Permit Form, complete the form and bring payment to the Taltree Gatehouse or Store for processing.
4) Call the Taltree office at 219-742-2550 and pay by credit card over the phone
Annual Permits require 2 weeks processing time, please purchase at least 2 weeks before your first session. If you need a temporary permit card within the 2 week time period, one can be granted on special request.
