Photography

Please note there are currently no photo permits available Friday, Saturday and Sundays from March–May 2023

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Descanso Gardens welcomes artists and photographers to capture our natural beauty.
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Please review our photography agreement prior to reserving a permit. Families, couples, commercial photographers and members of the media are welcome to take photographs on our grounds according to the policies and procedures outlined below. All posed photography, both commercial and non-commercial, requires a reservation and fee.

THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A PERMIT:

  • Large-groups
  • Any professional photography
  • Professional portrait and special event photography is defined as, but not limited to: quinceañeras, engagements, family groups, graduation, wedding, maternity, etc.
  • Photography that requires additional equipment like lights, reflectors, props, etc. is considered commercial photography. For commercial photography inquiries, please contact the Special Events Office at specialevents@descansogardens.org or (818) 949-4291

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HOW TO RESERVE A PERMIT:

  • Each permit is good on the date it is issued anytime between 9am–2pm
  • All permit holders must check in at the Visitor Center and sign the photography agreement
  • Photography reservations can be made online by clicking on your group size below
  • Photo booking can also be made via email at photography@descansogardens.org or by calling (818) 949-4200
  • Same-day photography bookings can be made on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Group size and prices:
    • 1-5 people $300
    • 6-10 people $400
    • 11-15 people $600
    • 16-20 people $700
    • Groups of 21 people or more need to contact Special Events at specialevents@descansogardens.org or (818) 949-4291
  • There are NO refunds for Photography Permits. Sessions can be rescheduled up to 48 hours from the date on the permit

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RESERVE A PERMIT

To reserve a permit, click on the size of your group:

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