Photography
Photography at the Gardens
Amateur Photographers
We encourage all visitors to take photographs of our beautiful facility and of our
20,000 spectacular residents (our horticulture collection). We want everyone to enjoy the Botanical Gardens
through photos and we encourage you to share them with your Facebook friends as
well!
Tripods - During some flower shows and special events/exhibits, tripods are prohibited
but during non-specified times, you are welcome to use photography equipment without
disturbing other visitors. Tripods are
prohibited during our Spring Flower Show and NIGHT LIGHTS at the Gardens!
General Photography Rules
- The Gardens are open to the public your party must be respectful to the public and to the
Gardens’ flowers and
arrangements. Some shows or special events may be on the
day you are taking photos, a list of events is
posted here.
- The Gardens’ flowers, arrangements, props, etc. are to
not be moved, walked on, or disturbed in any way. The Gardens’ should remain
the
way it was when upon arrival and any destruction will be at your cost
- You must remain on the paths provided throughout the facilities
and nowhere else
- Do not block pathways from other customers
- Tripods must maintain on the pathways and not disturb other customers or the
facilities.
Amateur & Professional Photographers
You must make reservations with the Gardens for formal photos. If there are two or more in your party for
formal photos, including a photographer, you MUST have a permit. Please contact Michelle Slawiak, Director for Weddings and Special Events to check available dates and times at 716.827.1584 ext. 219 or via email at mslawiak@buffalogardens.com.
Walk-ins for photos are extremely
difficult to accommodate.
Be sure to call ahead at least a week ahead of time to receive your permit.
Photo permits will be issued for but are not limited to the
following:
Engagement Photos
Family Photos
School Photos
Wedding Photos
Personal Portraits
Prom or Formal Event Photos
|
Photography at the Gardens |
Rates |
|
For 2 people plus a photographer |
$50 per half hour |
|
For 4 people plus a photographer |
$75 per half hour |
|
For 5-20 people plus a photographer |
$100 per half hour |
|
For larger group sizes plus a photographer |
$100 per half hour |
Photography Permit Rules
- The Gardens are open to the public during your
photography session. Your party must remain respectful to the public and to the
Gardens’
flowers and arrangements. Some shows or special events may be on the
day of your session, a list of events is
posted here.
- The Gardens’ flowers, arrangements, props, etc. are to
not be moved, walked on, or disturbed in any way. The Gardens’ should remain
the
way it was when upon arrival and any destruction will be at your cost.
- Remain on the paths provided throughout the facilities
and nowhere else.
- Do not block pathways from other customers.
- The permit given for your photography session must be
noticeable at all times.
- The only changing areas available for photography
sessions will be the public restrooms.
- Tripods are permitted during your photography sessions.
They must maintain on the pathways and not disturb other customers or the
facilities.
Outdoor Photography
In the Spring, Summer and Fall, you are welcome to
take photos in our Perennial Peace Garden located on the south end of the
conservatory, the rose garden on the east side of the conservatory facing South
Park, as well as the front walk which is in bloom from late Spring through
early September. All photo time slots
are booked exclusively and if you arrive without a reservation, you would be
asked to leave to be fair to those who have booked.
Walk-ins for photos are extremely
difficult to accommodate.
Be sure to call ahead at least a week ahead of time to receive your permit.
