I often get asked about the best spots around Vicksburg for senior portraits or family photo sessions, so I put together this post to highlight a few of my favorite local locations. These spots offer some beautiful backdrops right here in our area.
Keep in mind that the look of each place can change quite a bit depending on the season — winter and summer can create very different moods — so the example photos you’ll see might not reflect what the location looks like year-round.
Once you’ve had a chance to check out these Vicksburg locations, be sure to visit my photography site at gritsphotography.com, and take a look at the full Vicksburg Gallery for even more inspiration.
Downtown Vicksburg
Great for more urban backdrops and architecture! Loaded with old brick walls and buildings from the good old days, these backdrops provide that aged look that no money can buy for a commercial backdrop.
Brick wall of the old Corner Drug Store. Shot taken just before sunset.
Wall of exposed brick in Downtown Vicksburg
Steps of the old Trustmark Bank Building
Middle of the road. Watch out for traffic!
There are a couple of old trains down by the old Train station downtown
Glass reflection and a bench in Downtown Vicksburg
Best in the summer when the wild flowers are in bloom! But great anytime for a wide open field look.
Take either frontage road west (toward Jackson) all the way until you can't go any further, then take a left. On the left side of the road before you get to the Visitor's Bureau there is an old Rail Bridge.
Valley Park Train Station Site
I don't know who owns these trains or if they are on private property, but they provide a great backdrop for photos. I've never been asked to leave and I've shot there many times. Go up 61 north to Valley Park and the trains are parked on the left side of the highway.
Railroad Tracks off of Washington St Going Toward the Harbor Project
Go all the way down Washington Street toward the Harbor Project and when you get to the Fort Hill area of the Military Park on the right, look to the left and there is a long stretch of railroad track.
Miscellaneous Places
Bovina Rail Trestle - Not much for ground beauty, but a great backdrop.
Grand Gulf State Park - Just a short drive to Port Gibson. I've never shot there, but would probably make a great location
Catfish Row Downtown - Summer time place for GREAT action shots for the smaller kids.
Michel's Music Store Downtown Vicksburg - If I'm shooting a senior that is into guitars, then there's no better place than a music store.
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