Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens Engagement Photos
Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens sits right in downtown West Palm Beach, and it’s one of my favorite spots for engagement photos in the whole county — more than 250 species of palms, brick paths, and Ann Norton’s bronze sculptures tucked between the greenery. For engagement or family photos here, I book a 45-minute Essential session for $395 (or 75 minutes at $545) and deliver your edited photos within 7 days after you choose your favorites — no long wait, no drive out of the city.
What you need to know before you book
The gardens charge an entrance fee for photo sessions, and it changes — check their current rate on the Ann Norton website before we lock in a date, so there are no surprises. My favorite spot inside is the Harmony Garden: smaller, shaded, and quiet enough that we’re not sharing the frame with other visitors. Because the gardens sit right downtown, we can walk a few blocks to Clematis Street afterward and get a second look with a totally different feel — brick, string lights, city energy — in the same session.
What to wear
Solid colors work better than busy patterns against all that green. Bring a light layer if we shoot near golden hour — the garden cools off fast once the sun drops behind the buildings.
How much does an engagement session at Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens cost?
The Essential session is $395. That covers about 45 minutes at the gardens and your edited digital photos, delivered within 7 days after you choose your favorites.
Do I need a permit to take photos there?
You don’t need a separate permit for a personal engagement session, but the gardens do charge an entrance fee that applies to photography visits. I’ll confirm the current amount with you when we schedule.
Can we combine Ann Norton Gardens with another location?
Yes. Because it’s downtown, Clematis Street is a five-minute walk away, so we often split the session between the two for variety in the same afternoon.