The Pumpkin Wagon has many picturesque opportunities for photos to preserve your family’s memories. Customers are welcome to take personal photographs while visiting.

Even if not compensated, photographers visiting The Pumpkin Wagon for the purpose of performing shoots (such as but not limited to homecoming, senior portraits, or family sessions) must purchase a permit.

 Please contact Carolyn at thepumpkinwagonelgin@gmail.com to make an appointment and to receive a photo permit/release form.

Please include the following information: date and time requested and number of people in the shoot. No shoot will be permitted without a completed and returned permit/release and full payment. No refunds, except for in extenuating circumstances. We accept cash, check, credit, venmo, or zelle payments.

Red Shed Photo Location

The small red Marten shed stays in our sales area year round. We cannot rent out or allow photography of the interior as we use it for storage, but photo shoots may occur outside of the shed. During pumpkin & sunflower season (mid September through October), the shed is not available for shoots. During the off season (November through August), the shed can be used as a background for shoots.

Weather Disclaimer

Due to the field location, shoots are weather dependent, as the stand area can get very muddy or be blocked by snow. As such, we reserve the right to postpone a shoot if we determine the location inaccessible. If the weather does not allow for a shoot, you may reschedule for a future date. We understand that postponing due to weather can be inconvenient, but it is for the safety of clients and for preserving the location quality.

Photo Shoot Rates:

Off season: $40/hr

Sunflower & pumpkin season: $50/hr