This ticketed event is for hobbyist and professional photographers looking to expand their portfolios and take pictures of the Japanese Garden in the height of fall color. We will be shooting from 4pm-6pm, with sundown at 6:10 so hopefully you can catch some phenomenal golden hour colors.

This is NOT an opportunity for posed photoshoots, wedding photos, or any other type of shoot with a model or marketing goal. No one except the photographer who has reserved the ticket will be allowed entry at this time. Reservations for photography or events are otherwise available through the Kane County Forest Preserve. For information and reservations please call the District’s reservation line at (630) 232-1242, or email your request to kcfpres@kaneforest.com.

We are limiting admission to 15 to allow for social distancing as well as photos free of clutter or other equipment. The slot is for a two-hour event.

At a glance:

• Only photographers with tickets allowed inside, no models / subjects

• Tripods allowed, but please keep equipment minimal

• Masks and social distancing encouraged

• Donations of finished images for promotional use are very welcome, but not required