THE CRAIG HOUSE

I got this location from watching an Instagram reel by Vanessa Joy. It was the only specific location and knew it was perfect for NJ Portrait Places as a historic building

Pros –

• the rustic chipped wood paint (you cant buy that backdrop)
• ease of access (you park and its right there)
• relatively private
• family friendly

Cons –

• midday sun is a nightmare as the building is small and in the middle of an open field making even lighting that much more of a thought process (time of day, overcast weather, flash vs natural)….so bring an assistant for light stands or reflectors as an open field means that much more chance of wind
• i loved the wooden post entrance and i tried so hard to get a self portrait there but had to settle for a dramatic pose vs relaxed looking at the camera one
• a permit is required for professional photos (as its state property)
• props go a long way with changing up posing and there isnt much variety in that regard …no benches, stairs, etc …..so no sitting down photos really other than the wooden fence, grassy field or doorway….. i did see someone use the white basement doors to sit on though
• for my history / architecture followers there was very little info about the building itself and its significance from a historical standpoint at the location though there was a sign post where that info would normally be so that could be done once the pandemic is over