Longwood Gardens has long been a favorite spot for photographers and clients alike, offering stunning backdrops of lush gardens, architectural elegance, and timeless beauty. However, with the recent update to their photography policy and the introduction of permit fees, many are seeking alternative locations that deliver similar charm and versatility. Fortunately, there are several incredible […]

There is something about Longwood Gardens family photography that totally has my heart. I photographed Veronica and Scott in Philadelphia for their engagement session many years ago. They live in the city but got married in Texas. Because of that, we really wanted to highlight their love of the city. Even then, I knew they […]

Julie, Phil, and their daughter Millie are expecting their next sweet baby girl, Maeve! To celebrate this special time for their family, we planned maternity photos in Philadelphia at one of my favorite spots: Longwood Gardens! Their summer session was a joy to photograph and I can’t wait to see them once Maeve has arrived […]

There’s not much I love more than spring engagement sessions! The pastel colors are everywhere – from outfits to locations, and is there anything better than spring flowers? Katie and Dan planned a gorgeous spring engagement session at Longwood Gardens this year. We lucked out that their session fell during cherry blossom season. It was […]

Being a Philadelphia wedding photographer and family photographer means that I have the distinct honor of photographing couples as they become families. Kimberly and Shane are one of those special couples. I photographed their fall engagement in Valley Forge, and their COVID elopement. After the pandemic settled, I photographed their William Penn Inn wedding day […]

This is a lifestyle family session at Longwood Gardens from premier Chadds Ford photographer, Le Papillon by Samantha Jay.

Longwood Gardens is already one of my favorite places for an engagement session and Nicole and Dillon have one of my favorite sessions I have every photographed there!

What says the perfect day other than a double rainbow?  Colleen and Brian had the most amazing day for their secret garden engagement session.  They held hands as they walked through the beautiful Longwood Gardens.  Their pure joy with each other was so amazing to see.  They reminisced about the first time they met at […]

Kristin and Steve had the most beautiful day to explore the gorgeous gardens at Longwood.  They walked hand in hand through the newly manicured gardens and marveled at the gorgeous new fountains and topiaries.  It was the perfect thing to set off their first look.  We then explored the more natural elements and plantings further […]