Sneak Peek - Simon Senior Portraits

Take a look at my latest session, a combination of outdoor and studio shots with the photogenic Simon. We were able to work through a variety of backgrounds and lighting setups and the results are incredible! Most images were created with 2-3 light setups using 85mm and 50mm lenses at varying apertures. Click to view full size images.

If you’re interested in your own studio, on-location, or outdoor session feel free to visit the contact page so we can discuss your next professional photography session!

Certified Professional Photographer

I’m pleased to announce my acceptance as a Certified Professional Photographer through the Professional Photographers of America! This certification requires passing a written test and an image submittal that must meet several requirements and be approved by a panel of judges.

This certification marks a proud milestone for my photography as I continue to learn and develop my skills while working in the Indianapolis community!

Proudly Announcing a Salon Partnership with Salon 01

I’m proud to announce that I’ve partnered with a local Carmel, Indiana salon Salon 01 to offer hair, skin, and nail services at discounted prices when booking a senior portrait session with Tim Schumm Photography!

From Salon 01:

Salon 01 is a nationally recognized Intercoiffure salon and spa serving the entire Central Indiana area, including Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville, Westfield and Zionsville. Salon 01 specializes in hair cuts and styling, skin treatments, manicures and pedicures, massages, barbering, Hairdreams hair extensions, and conditioning & smoothing treatments.

At Salon 01, we utilize products that we truly believe in. Salon 01 carries its own Salon 01 Concepts hair care brand, along with Aquage, Biomega, DevaCurl, Malibu C Wellness, Nioxin, American Crew and Jack Black.  You will find Jan Marini, Jane Iredale and Éminence Organic Skin Care in our skincare department, and Artego at our color bar.

Read more at https://salon01.com/

Top 5 Photography Locations near Zionsville, Indiana

Choosing the right photography location can depend on several factors. Would you like a more urban/architectural type backdrop to your images and would you prefer something more natural? Luckily the Carmel, Indiana area has a wide variety of parks and urbanized areas to fit the style your family is looking for. See below for my top 5 locations in or near Zionsville, Indiana to take photographs.

5. Cool Creek Park

Located on Springmill Rd. near 64th St, Holliday Park sits on 94 acres and has a wide range of settings to choose from. This park is unique with its ruins centerpiece, with lots of landscaping and water features surrounding the tall columns. Moving away from the center piece there are beautiful trees and grasses that present a pleasant backdrop, and then a walking trail down to the water front is surrounded by flower beds and a wooded area with stone steps that have several photo opportunities. Once your session is complete you can spend some time in their nature center which has some fun interactive activities for young children. 

4. Holliday Park

Located on Springmill Rd. near 64th St, Holliday Park sits on 94 acres and has a wide range of settings to choose from. This park is unique with its ruins centerpiece, with lots of landscaping and water features surrounding the tall columns. Moving away from the center piece there are beautiful trees and grasses that present a pleasant backdrop, and then a walking trail down to the water front is surrounded by flower beds and a wooded area with stone steps that have several photo opportunities. Once your session is complete you can spend some time in their nature center which has some fun interactive activities for young children. 

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3. Village of West Clay

If urban architecture fits your style best, then this area should definitely be of interest to you! Located near Main Street and Town Road and featuring an early 20th century traditional architectural style there are several parks, fountains, public areas, gazeebos, ponds, pergolas, and buildings to give your images a unique touch. With over 760 acres of development you can easily spend an entire session in West Clay exploring the various options!

2. Palladium Area

Built in 2011, The Palladium in downtown Carmel, Indiana is a 1,600-seat, 151,000 square foot concert hall. The architecture of the hall itself is something to marvel at, but the surrounding gardens and buildings all add to the aesthetic the area provides. Whether you choose to sit on the ultra wide east staircase or stand near the reflection pool and fountains to the west you can’t go wrong with this wonderfully urban area that is central to Carmel.

1. Coxhall Gardens

My personal favorite due to the wide variety you can find here, introducing Coxhall Gardens! Located near 116th and Shelborne in Carmel, there's a plethora of options across this 125 acre park. Whether it's the beautiful centerpiece and surrounding wildlife, the pond with fountains outlined by aged weeping willows, or the children's playground there are wonderful combinations of nature, water, and architecture all unique to this particular park. The two bell towers can provide some wonderful brick backdrops and the mansion along with the accompanying barn can provide some modern yet rustic settings for your photos as seen below. You really can't go wrong with shooting at Coxhall and the location is beautiful any time of the year!