Portrait Locations in Monroe County
In the first installment of this series, Sweet Spots for Photo Ops: Part 1, we gave an overview of great portrait spots in downtown Forsyth. This time we are taking you to check out a couple fun locations around Monroe County. Looking for beautiful outdoor spaces? Give High Falls State Park and the town of Juliette a try.
High Falls State Park
Located in north Monroe County, off Exit 198 on I-75, High Falls State Park is a cornucopia of portrait opportunities. You can strike a pose in front of the lake, along the Falls Trail or even on the playground. On our recent portrait expedition, we decided to check out the Historic Trail and the Tranquil Trail Loop to explore the shady forest side of the park. We found lots of fun portrait spots along these lush peaceful trails. Take advantage of the abundant natural backdrops and gentle lighting that these trails provide! The various overlooks and benches give creative posing possibilities that add visual interest to your compositions!
Downtown Juliette
Juliette, off Exit 186 on I-75, is a well-known location that offers eclectic shops, great food, historic buildings and, of course, the fun of exploring the movie set from Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Café. All these elements contribute to the unique portrait possibilities of downtown Juliette. From the front porch of The Whistle Stop Café to the various facades from the movie set, a leisurely stroll along McCrackin Street will present plenty of spots to strike a pose. During our visit, we enjoyed the posing potential of the multi-level bench under the covered front porch of the Sheriff’s office and the rustic simplicity and filtered lighting we found as we meandered around the area by the BBQ Pit and Smokey’s Shack. Wherever you wander in downtown Juliette, you will discover fun posing possibilities!
Photo Credit: Sharon Murdock, www.sharonmichele.com
