Photography

Cotton Hills Farm Photography Policy

We are finished accepting new photographers for 2019. Check back in 2020. Thank you!

2019 Fees & Payment Information:

Times and Dates for Photography Sessions:

Option 1: The standard price for photography is $75 per family per session. Anyone interested can contact Pete Wilson at (803) 385-7695 or peter.wilson@cottonhillsfarm.com.

Option 2: Use one of our preferred photographers listed on our website. Our rate for 2019 is $30 per family per session. In order to receive this discounted rate, the preferred photographer must coordinate appointment and payment details with CHF, LLC.

To become a preferred photographer at Cotton Hills Farm, LLC, please contact Pete Wilson at (803) 385-7695 or peter.wilson@cottonhillsfarm.com. You must meet with us to go over our farm policies. Please call Pete when you are ready to set up an appointment to discuss policies. The dates to call are September 2nd through October 12th. No new preferred photographers will be accepted after October 12, 2019.

All Photographers MUST:

Send an email to peter.wilson@cottonhillsfarm.com with selected date (October only, closed on Sunday) and time from dawn to dusk. All Mon-Sat dates and times are available unless specified on the website as full.
Check in at The Market (2575 Lowrys Hwy, Chester, SC) prior to session(s) and pay for sessions for THAT DAY. The hours for The Market are 9AM to 7PM so please plan accordingly. Credit, debit, check, and cash are all accepted. Please request a receipt and hold on to it during the session. The standard price is $75 per family per session and the preferred price is $30 per family per session.
Drive to a nearby field as directed by either The Market staff or Pete by email (typically less than 2 miles away). Depending on location and familiarity of the farm, your clients can either meet you at The Market and follow you to the field or meet you there.
Make sure all guests do not block farm roads and are respectful to other guests and the farm at all times. Typically there may be a few others taking photographs while you are here but there is plenty of room to spread out. The most popular times for photography are Friday and Saturday evenings. If you want to avoid other photographers choose a morning time or weekday.

Sessions in our Cotton Fields:

Only during the month of October.
Cotton is typically the whitest the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th weeks of October.
CLOSED on SUNDAYS. No exceptions.

Frequently Asked Questions:
1. Do I need an appointment?
Yes, but it is easy. Email Pete at peter.wilson@cottonhillsfarm.com
2. When should I plan to book sessions?
The best time are the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th weeks of October. Please choose a time that works best for you. November appointments are not available at this time.
3. Will the cotton be completely white?
It depends. Generally it is very white for the middle and end of October. Occasionally due to excessive rain and heat, the cotton can have regrowth with small green leaves that take away from the totally white look you are likely looking for but it is still an impressive sight.
4. Can you make an exception for a session on Sunday?
No, we are closed on Sundays.
5. Will you consider a flat rate for a day, a week, or the season? How about for mini-sessions?
***No, our best price is our preferred rate of $30 per family per session. If you offer a day of mini-sessions you must pay for each mini-session you shoot.***

2019 Preferred Photographers

Tracey Smith Photography
Family Portraits, Kids, Seniors, Newborn, Weddings, Business, Commercial and any other photography needs
Tracey Smith (803)374-9058
capturedbytracey@yahoo.com
www.capturedbytracey.com

Pixel Army Studio
Newborn, Family, Children
Christine McCraven
(803)242-6756

Anya Allen Photography
I offer family photo sessions and individual portraits of children and adults. Also, I offer pre-wedding, post-wedding and engagement photo shoots. In addition, I will capture your special milestones (tweens, senior portraits, maternity).
Website: anyaallenphotography.com
Instagram: @Anya.Allen
Telephone: (980) 613-3620

Amanda Switzer Photography
Family, Couples, Children, Maternity
25+ images
Images delivered via online link
myimagesbyamanda@gmail.com
(803) 627-2924
Facebook @ Amanda Switzer Photography

Running Mom Photography, LLC
Family Photography, Child Photography
www.runningmomphotography.com

Weslie Woodley Photography
Family, Children, Newborn, Maternity, and High School Senior
wesliewoodleyphoto.com
wesliewoodleyphoto@gmail.com

Tatiana Cherevan Photography
Kids and Family Photographer
Tatiana Cherevan Photography
tatiana@chervan.com
www.chervan.com
www.facebook.com/tatianacherevanphotography
(614) 619-7274

Gina Whalen Photography, LLC
Newborn, Children, Family, Senior Portraits
GinaWhalenPhotograph.com
ginawhalenphotography@gmail.com
(708)935-6389
www.facebook.com/GinaWhalenPhotography

Michaella Oswald
Wedding, Family, Senior, Newborn
smileasyoumade@gmail.com
(803) 320-8870

Richard Thompson
Wedding, Family, Business Head shots
www.richardsphotoshoot.com
Facebook @RichardsPhotoShootSC

Enchanted Hills Photography
Couples, Family, Maternity, Newborn, Pet, Weddings
enchantedhillsphotography@gmail.com
(704)816-0135
enchantedhillsphotography.com

Gabby Gann Photography
Children, Family
Facebook - Gabby Gann Photography
gabbygannphotography@gmail.com
(704)675-2081