Join a hilarious and heartwarming photo session at Fair Weather Farms with charming cows that love the camera. Capture memorable moments and learn farm life secrets in this unique outdoor farm experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
30 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for all ages and fitness levels
Wildlife
History
Fair Weather Farms has been family-owned for over 50 years, specializing in sustainable farming and animal care.
Conservation
The farm actively participates in local conservation efforts, promoting eco-friendly farm practices.
Fair Weather Farms
Join a hilarious and heartwarming photo session at Fair Weather Farms with charming cows that love the camera. Capture memorable moments and learn farm life secrets in this unique outdoor farm experience.
Fair Weather Farms is a family-friendly working farm and photography destination located in Chesapeake, Virginia. The farm offers a curated collection of photography experiences that combine pastoral backdrops, animal encounters, and rentable studio space. Guests can book timed sessions that feature settings such as a rustic barn, vintage tractor, charming swing, farmhouse studio, and a lush greenhouse.
Several sessions include structured cow interactions: select experiences provide approximately twenty minutes of one-on-one time with the farm’s cows followed by additional time to photograph the property. Photographers are encouraged to bring their own camera equipment; many sessions are sold as location time only. The Farmhouse Studio is available for hourly rental and provides natural light, newborn props, versatile backdrops, and finishing touches for portraits and lifestyle shoots.
Seasonal programming is part of the farm’s calendar. A limited‑time Winter Wonderland runs October 19–31, offering themed setups such as a carousel, ice rink scene, and Santa’s Workshop for holiday portraits. Other options include greenhouse sessions that highlight seasonal plants and floral backdrops.
Fair Weather Farms emphasizes a safe, respectful approach to animal interactions and clear session guidelines. Bookings prioritize scheduled time slots to manage animal welfare and property access. Photographers, families, and small groups use the location to create creative, memorable imagery in a rural Chesapeake setting. Advance reservations are recommended to secure preferred dates and specific session types. The farm welcomes both professional photographers and hobbyists, accommodating newborn, family, engagement, and seasonal portrait sessions across indoor and outdoor settings throughout the year regularly.
Location
Chesapeake, VA
On a working farm property
Sessions Offered
7 experiences
Varied photography sessions available
Animal Meetups
Cow encounters
20-minute cow interactions on select sessions
Studio Rental
Hourly studio
Farmhouse studio rents by the hour
Reserve studio time, greenhouse sessions, or cow encounter shoots in Chesapeake — limited seasonal dates fill quickly.
Engage with animals gently
Interact softly with the cows to get natural, candid photos and avoid startling them.
Arrive early in the day
Morning light offers the best natural glow for outdoor photos and fewer crowds.
Bring multiple camera angles
Use different lenses or phones to capture a variety of close-ups and landscapes.
Dress comfortably and practically
Wear casual, farm-appropriate clothing that can get a little dirt on it.
Comfortable walking shoes
Useful for moving around the farm property comfortably.
Camera or smartphone
To capture the fun moments with the cows and scenic views.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Protect yourself from sun exposure during outdoor photos.
summer
Layered clothing
Dress in layers to adapt to changing farm weather conditions.
fall,winter