Photography Guidelines

To protect plants, gardens and the enjoyment of our visitors, all photographers must follow these guidelines:

• All commercial photography (wedding, group, family portrait, graduation, model portfolio, fashion, advertisement and promotional photography and film/video production) must be booked in advance.
• Photographers and equipment are not permitted in planting areas (e.g. flowerbeds and borders).
• Plant material cannot be altered, moved, or removed for photos.
• Photography activities must not block pathways entirely; access for golf carts and pedestrians must be maintained.
• Tripods are permitted, but not must not block pathways or harm plants.
• Electrical or lighting equipment must be approved in advance.
• The climbing of trees or structures is not permitted.
• Photography is not permitted in the waterfall or on the rocks around the waterfall in the Kurimoto Japanese Garden. Wading and swimming is not permitted in any water features.
• Photography groups will receive a pass at check-in; Garden staff may request to see the pass at any time.
• The Garden is not responsible for loss, theft or damage to equipment.
• Visitor Guidelines must be observed by all visitors to the Garden.

Additional Information

• Golf carts are not available for rent - please be prepared for walking.
• The gardens are not closed off to the public during photographs.
• Though care is taken to limit and stagger photo bookings, there may be more than one party taking photos in the Garden at any given time.
• There is no indoor facility available for photo-only groups. In case of inclement weather, we recommend that you have an indoor alternate arranged in advance.