Fall Mini Sessions are officially open, and I’m so excited about this year’s lineup of locations!
One of the biggest decisions when booking fall family photos in Arizona is choosing the right setting. The location can completely change the look and feel of your final gallery, which is why I chose a variety of options for this year’s Fall Mini Sessions.
From classic Arizona desert scenery and mountain views to a cotton field, farm setting, waterfront location, and even a modern urban backdrop, there’s truly something for every family.
As an Arizona family photographer, I love choosing locations that not only photograph beautifully but also give families a setting that feels like them. If you’re trying to decide which of this year’s Arizona Fall Mini Session locations is right for your family, here’s a closer look at each one.
And once you’ve chosen your location, be sure to check out my What to Wear for Fall Mini Sessions guide for outfit ideas and tips!
Schnepf Farms
For families who love a classic outdoor setting, Schnepf Farms family photos are always beautiful.
The open grassy areas, mature trees, and warm evening light create a simple and natural backdrop that keeps the attention exactly where it should be—on your family.
This is a great location for families who want their gallery to feel timeless, relaxed, and full of connection. There’s plenty of space for posed family portraits along with walking, playing, snuggling, and all of those little in-between moments that often become some of my favorite images.
Schnepf Farms is also a wonderful choice for families in the Queen Creek area looking for fall family photos close to home.
This location is perfect for families who want:
Classic outdoor family portraits
Trees and open grassy areas
A soft, natural setting
Traditional family photos mixed with candid moments
Outfit colors that would photograph beautifully here:
Cream, tan, brown, olive, dusty blue, muted mustard, rust, denim, and warm neutrals.
Schnepf Farms Mini Session Date & Times
Saturday, September 19
5:15pm
5:35pm
5:55pm
6:15pm
Desert Landscape
If you picture cacti, warm desert tones, and gorgeous golden light when you think of Arizona family photos, the Desert Landscape Mini Session may be the one for you.
This location gives you that classic Arizona look with natural desert vegetation and beautiful light surrounding your family. It’s relaxed, timeless, and one of my favorite options for families who want their photos to reflect the landscape we get to call home.
If you’ve been searching for desert family photos in Arizona, this is a beautiful option for creating a gallery that feels warm, natural, and unmistakably Southwest.
This location is perfect for families who want:
Classic Arizona desert family photos
Cacti and natural desert scenery
Warm golden-hour light
A relaxed and timeless outdoor setting
Outfit colors that would photograph beautifully here:
Cream, camel, tan, rust, dusty rose, sage green, muted blue, brown, and warm neutrals.
Desert Landscape Mini Session Date & Times
Friday, September 25
4:45pm
5:05pm
5:25pm
5:45pm
Parking Garage
Want something completely different from traditional fall family photos?
The Parking Garage Mini Session has a clean, modern, urban feel that makes your family the focus of every image.
The simple architecture, neutral concrete, open sky, and city elements create a more editorial look while still giving us plenty of room for genuine family interaction and candid moments.
This location is especially fun for families who love a modern aesthetic or simply want something a little unexpected for their updated family portraits.
This location is perfect for families who want:
A modern or urban family photography style
Clean lines and neutral backgrounds
Something different from desert or nature photos
A slightly more editorial feel
Outfit colors that would photograph beautifully here:
White, black, denim, blue, soft gray, muted green, lavender, blush, tan, and other clean neutrals.
Parking Garage Mini Session Date & Times
Saturday, October 10
4:45pm
5:05pm
5:25pm
5:45pm
Butcher Jones Beach
The Butcher Jones Beach Mini Session is perfect for families who want gorgeous Arizona scenery with a little bit of everything.
Located at Saguaro Lake, Butcher Jones offers such a beautiful combination of water, shoreline, desert vegetation, natural textures, and incredible mountain views. It’s one of those locations that gives us so much variety while still feeling completely cohesive.
Rather than every image having the exact same backdrop, we can create traditional family portraits surrounded by the Arizona landscape, relaxed candid moments near the water, and beautiful images with the lake and mountains behind you.
That variety makes Butcher Jones family photos feel natural, adventurous, and timeless all at once.
It’s a wonderful choice for families who love Arizona but want something different from the traditional cactus-filled desert backdrop.
This location is perfect for families who want:
Water, mountains, and Arizona scenery
Lots of variety in their final gallery
Relaxed and natural family photos
A scenic outdoor location
Something different from traditional desert family pictures
Outfit colors that would photograph beautifully here:
Cream, beige, camel, sage green, dusty blue, rust, soft brown, denim, white, and other warm earthy tones.
Butcher Jones Beach Mini Session Date & Times
Saturday, October 24
4:00pm
4:20pm
4:40pm
5:00pm
Cotton Field
If you love warm, romantic fall photos, the Cotton Field Mini Session is such a beautiful choice.
The rows of cotton create a soft, textured backdrop while the neutral whites and earthy tones give the entire gallery a warm and timeless feel. It’s different from a traditional Arizona desert session while still feeling natural and perfectly suited for fall.
This setting looks especially beautiful with rich seasonal colors and gives family photos a cozy, slightly rustic feel without being overly themed.
This location is perfect for families who want:
Warm and romantic fall family photos
A soft, neutral backdrop
Something unique compared with traditional desert scenery
A cozy, timeless look
Outfit colors that would photograph beautifully here:
Cream, rust, camel, olive, warm brown, burgundy, muted florals, denim, and other earthy fall tones.
Cotton Field Mini Session Date & Times
Saturday, November 7
5:30pm
5:50pm
6:10pm
6:30pm
Water Users
If you want dramatic Arizona scenery in the background of your family photos, the Water Users Mini Session is one of my favorite choices.
The mountains, desert landscape, natural textures, and beautiful Arizona light give this location an adventurous and romantic feel.
It’s especially gorgeous for families and couples who love the outdoors and want scenery to play a bigger role in their gallery. The mountain backdrop adds so much depth without taking the focus away from the people in the photo.
If you’re dreaming of Arizona family photos with mountain views, this location is hard to beat.
This location is perfect for families who want:
Arizona mountain views
Natural desert scenery
A slightly adventurous feel
A dramatic and beautiful backdrop
Warm, earthy family portraits
Outfit colors that would photograph beautifully here:
Cream, taupe, beige, camel, sage green, rust, dusty mauve, brown, and other earthy tones.
Water Users Mini Session Date & Times
Friday, November 20
4:00pm
4:20pm
4:40pm
5:00pm
Not sure which one to choose?
Still having trouble deciding? Here’s the easiest way to narrow it down.
Choose Schnepf Farms if you love timeless family photos with grass, trees, and a natural outdoor setting.
Choose Desert Landscape if you want classic Arizona desert family photos with cacti and warm golden light.
Choose Parking Garage if your style is more modern, clean, and urban.
Choose Butcher Jones Beach if you want water, mountains, desert scenery, and plenty of variety in your gallery.
Choose Cotton Field if you love soft, romantic, and cozy fall photos.
Choose Water Users if you want dramatic Arizona mountain scenery and an adventurous feel.
And if you keep coming back to one location over and over again, that’s probably your answer!
The location helps create the overall look of your gallery, but the most important part of your photos will always be the people in them. My goal with every family session is to capture the connection between you—the snuggles, laughter, personalities, and all of those little moments that make your family yours.
Ready to book your Arizona Fall Mini Session?
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