Photography Sessions
📷 Private Photography Sessions at Araceli Farms
*The lavender bloom for 2025 has ended*
We open our lavender fields on select days for photographers and their clients to capture magic among the blooms. With a dreamy, nature-filled backdrop and limited availability, these sessions offer a quiet and intimate setting to create meaningful images.
✨ Please read carefully to ensure this is the right kind of reservation for you.
We offer two experiences during the season:
1. Farm Visits2. Private Photography Sessions (for photographer and clients).
If you're visiting for leisure, please book a Farm Visit instead.
🌿 What is a Private Photography Session?
This is a private rental of the grounds for photography purposes. Reservations are limited to create a relaxed, low-traffic experience and give your clients the privacy they need.
Book a Private Session if:
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You are a photographer charging a client to take their photos
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You are being charged to have your photos taken
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You are using professional photography equipment (tripod, reflectors, multiple lenses, etc.)
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You want a more secluded setting for you and your group to enjoy the field
❗️We reserve the right to turn away unscheduled professional shoots. If you're unsure whether your session qualifies, it's best to book a private reservation.
🕰 How Reservations Work
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Each reservation is for 1 hour and covers one photographer + one client
(a client can be an individual, a couple, or a family group) -
Up to 4 reservations are available per 1-hour slot
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Want the field to yourself? Simply book all 4 reservations for your desired hour
Mini sessions:
If you’re photographing multiple clients in one hour, you’ll need to book 4 reservations total (1 per client). This ensures each client gets a relaxed, unhurried experience.
✅ Reservations must be made online. This is the only way to guarantee your time slot.
📅 When to Book for Bloom
Lavender season begins in June, but exact bloom timing varies with weather and variety.
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We grow seven different types of lavender—each blooms on its own schedule
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Historically, peak bloom falls between the 2nd and 3rd week of June, but this is not guaranteed
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Please check our Instagram Stories for daily field updates before booking
Lavender doesn’t bloom on a schedule—Mother Nature leads the way with sun, water, and patience.
