Taking Photos or Video for Commercial use
Personal photographs and videos are not to be used for commercial purposes. Commercial photography includes, but is not limited to portfolio photography, television shows, movies, stock images, display advertising, music videos, brochures, product literature, brand and product photography, including fashion shoots, promotional use on a product, brand, company websites, and social media. The fee is $2,500 per day, and approval from management is required. Please contact Stephanie Sellers at 817-463-4135 or send an email.
School Projects
Photography charges will be waived for student photographers or videographers working on a school project; however, a student ID will be required. Regular admission fees apply for entrance into the Garden.
Press and Media Photography
Media must contact operations and marketing before photographing or filming at the FWBG|BRIT. Photographers must have appropriate credentials and must be accompanied by FWBG|BRIT staff.
Rules and Regulations
- Props of any kind must be set up and taken down within the allotted pass period.
- No pet portraits are allowed.
- Photography sessions cannot take place before or after normal business hours.
- Drones or any other form of UAV are not permitted in the Garden.
- Balloons, rice, confetti, flower petals, glitter, and other loose materials are not allowed.
- Sparklers, smoke bombs, and/or any such material are not allowed.
- Remain on all designated paths and do not walk through flower beds or foliage.
- Refrain from climbing garden structures, rocks, and trees and from wading in ponds, fountains, and other water features
Please:
- Be courteous to other guests and do not obstruct paths, bridges, or walkways.
- Do not collect any plants, animals, or rocks.
- Do not touch or chase any animals or insects. We want all wildlife to feel safe and to continue calling the Botanic Garden their home.
- For your own safety, do not enter a barricaded area or an area posted for pesticide application.
- Do not tamper with water hoses, equipment, tools, or signs.
- Be respectful of weddings and other scheduled events.
All photographers will be responsible for any damages or injuries related to the use of FWBG|BRIT during the photoshoot. Individuals scheduling photography sessions will be responsible for damages to walkways, structures, plants, all garden amenities, and any personal injuries that may occur.
FWBG|BRIT reserves the right to exclude any groups or individuals deemed to be hostile, detrimental, or a risk to the FWBG|BRIT property or interests. Groups or individuals shall be given equal opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, sex, religion, or national origin.
Groups found violating any photography policy will be asked to end their session and will be escorted from the FWBG|BRIT.
