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Best Outdoor Photography Locations in Orlando
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Best Outdoor Photography Locations in Orlando

Orlando may be known for its theme parks, but beyond the rides and characters lies a world of stunning outdoor locations perfect for photography. Whether you're planning a family shoot, engagement session, or lifestyle portraits, the city offers a wide variety of scenic backdrops that reflect every mood and moment.

Here are a few top outdoor photography spots in Orlando:

1. Kraft Azalea Garden (Winter Park):
Tucked away by Lake Maitland, this hidden gem offers towering cypress trees, stone columns, and a peaceful lakefront—ideal for romantic or maternity sessions.

2. Lake Eola Park (Downtown Orlando):
With its iconic fountain, swan boats, and skyline views, Lake Eola provides a colorful mix of city life and nature, especially beautiful at sunrise or golden hour.

3. Mead Botanical Garden:
This expansive garden features open green fields, boardwalks through wetlands, and butterfly gardens—perfect for family sessions or candid lifestyle photography.

4. Rollins College Campus:
With historic architecture, ivy-covered walls, and a scenic lakeside view, this spot offers elegance and charm, great for engagement or graduation shoots.

5. Baldwin Park:
Combining modern lakefront paths with tree-lined streets, Baldwin Park is versatile and quiet, allowing for relaxed, natural moments to shine.

Of course, having the perfect location is just part of the story. It’s the photographer who brings the vision to life. Wanderlust Portraits is well-versed in these Orlando locations and knows how to make the most of their natural beauty. Their sessions are casual, personal, and perfectly timed to capture the best light and atmosphere.

From wide-open spaces to cozy corners, Orlando is full of photo-worthy places—you just need the right guide behind the lens to help you find them.

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