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A mini session is a very short photo session. A normal photo session can include hours of shooting, multiple locations and 100+ photos to choose from. Minis are all about short times (15-30 min.), a small number of edited photos for the clients to choose, and a lower price.
What to expect from your mini session with Barnard Photographic.
Choose a venue or location from the list below, pitch up in your Sunday best and prepare to get shot!
Mini sessions are ideal for couples, small families, groups of friends, high school portraits, maternity,Grandparents, and models.
The session lasts about twenty minutes and you should receive between 10 and 15 good, high quality images for print or web.
Choose a location.
Your photo session will be shot on location at a venue of your choosing.
I've put together a list of venues that I think work well for location shoots, especially for couples, families and profile pics or head shots. Should you prefer to use a studio that can be arranged but that will include costs for studio time and equipment rental.
1. Johannesburg Botanical Gardens
Situated in Emmerentia this is the ideal summer backdrop for a family or couples photo-shoot. Entrance is free but bookings must be made in advance
https://www.jhbcityparks.com/index.php/conservation-contents-95/botanical-gardens-contents-96
2. Delta Park
One of Johannesburg's biggest green lungs and an ambler's paradise, Delta Park offers 104 hectares of grassland and woodland to explore. Thousands of people enjoy the many walking trails, which link three beautiful tree-lined dams.
Address: Craighall Road, Victory Park
Telephone: 011 888 4831
https://www.jhbcityparks.com/index.php/list-of-parks-mainmenu-39/36-delta-park
3.Zoo Lake
Zoo Lake is a favourite of Joburg residents and is the venue for the annual Jazz on the Lake and Carols by Candlelight events. It is also the monthly venue for the Artists under the Sun open air art exhibition.
It also boasts the Coronation Fountain, a Johannesburg heritage symbol. Zoo Lake is a popular spot for picnicking, walking your dog or taking a leisurely boat ride. It has its own information centre and has one of the popular African themed restaurants, Moyo. The Zoo Lake Sports Club is another favourite with residents, offering a variety of sports amenities, a restaurant and pub.
Cnr Jan Smuts Avenue and West World Street, Parkview
Telephone: (011) 483-1017
https://www.jhbcityparks.com/index.php/list-of-parks-mainmenu-39/53-zoo-lake
4.The Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens
This Botanical Garden was founded in 1982, but has been a popular venue for outings since the 1800’s. The Garden has been voted the best place to get back to nature in Gauteng for 9 years in a row.
The natural vegetation of the area is known as the ‘Rocky Highveld Grassland’ and consists of a mosaic of grassland and savanna, with dense bush in kloofs and along streams. The variety of habitats accommodates over 600 naturally occurring plant species.
A breeding pair of majestic Verreaux’s Eagles nest on the cliffs alongside the waterfall. The Garden is home to an abundance of wildlife with over 220 birds species recorded on site. There are also a number of reptiles and small mammals, including small antelope and jackals, which occur naturally in the Nature Reserve.
Entrance fees
- Adults: R55
- Pensioners: free entrance on Tuesday
- Students with valid student cards: R30
- Scholars: R15
- Children under 6 yrs: Free
- BOTSOC members: Free
- Please note: Entrance fees are more on concert days – see Events
https://www.sanbi.org/gardens/walter-sisulu/visitor-information/information/
5.Bryanston Pine Forest
Located in the heart of Johannesburg this is a popular venue with photographers as it is loaded with atmosphere and is, most importantly, free!
18 Ebury Ave, Bryanston, Sandton, 2191
6.Newtown Johannesburg
Newtown is situated in Johannesburg’s inner city and forms part of the city’s cultural and creative hub. The district houses theatres, art galleries, museums, restaurants, book stores, craft markets, clubs and cafés. For any local or tourist that appreciates the arts, Newtown is one of the places to visit in Johannesburg.
https://www.gauteng.net/attractions/newtown
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