Professional Photography Sessions

Are you a photographer looking for a place to capture the perfect photos of your clients surrounded by gorgeous dahlias in bloom? Or even while they carefully pick their own bouquets in a private cutting garden? What about a perfect sunset on the hill with the tree tops peeking out behind a vintage John Deere tractor or Rustic Jeep Truck? We have several private areas that we make available to photographers by appointment only. While some of these areas are not open to U-Pick customers, registered professional photographers have access to all of them. 

When we first discussed opening Ruthie Mae Blooms to the public, we knew we wanted to offer intimate experiences to our customers over high volume bookings. Photography groups will not be on top of each other waiting in line to use a space or jockeying for the best angle. In addition, we host our photographers at different times than our U-pick events, so you won’t have to worry about random people popping up in your shots. We want everyone to be able to relax and enjoy their time here. Whether you choose a golden hour shoot, catch the gorgeous glowing sky of sunrise or anything in between, rest assured there is always a great place to shoot. 

Prop Add On’s: 

I offer 2 Photo Bouquet Packages.

Cutting Garden Bouquet Package $25: Photograph your client while they create a bouquet in the cutting garden. I will provide a lovely vessel for cutting into that will compliment photos.   

Custom Hand Tied Bouquet $60: I will create a custom hand tied bouquet just for your photo session. I am happy to discuss in season color and style options.

Do you have clients that would love to take photos on a vintage couch or high back chair? I have curated a few pieces that can be rented as props for your sessions. Once reserved, these will be in place upon your arrival. 

We also have a 1956 Antique John Deere tractor, an old 1949 Jeep truck, and a vintage stock trailer that you may use.

Be sure and select the desired add ons when booking your session time slots so that we can prepare for you. 

*If you are coming to photograph your clients in the dahlias, please check with us to verify they are blooming. Usually by early to mid August most are showing their faces and will continue to pump out the blooms until the first freeze in October. I will also announce the full dahlia bloom on social media! 

Full payment is required to reserve your time slot. 

If you are wanting a family pet in the photo, please contact Melissa to discuss prior to you registering for a time slot. 

Booking is non refundable. I am happy to reschedule your session due to active inclement weather. (Not based on a “chance”)

Please check in with Melissa upon arrival for your session unless other arrangements have been made. 660-909-7962

Photographer Pricing:

1 hour session for one client : $39 per hour

1 hour session for multiple clients/mini’s: $129 per hour

Add On Props:

Take Home Bouquet Cutting Package : $25

Custom Take Home Hand Tied Bouquet Package: $60

Leonard - Vintage 1956 John Deere Tractor: Free

Willy - Vintage 1949 Jeep Truck: Free 

Rusty - Vintage Stock Trailer: Free

Rustic Settee: $20

Antique High Back Chair: $20

Time Schedule Blocks

• Tuesday
• Thursday
• Sunday

6am hourly through 7pm (The farm closes just after sunset)

• Wed 
• Fri
• Sat

6am - 5pm

Click here to complete the required Photographer Waiver Agreement. Sessions without a signed agreement will be cancelled.