You will hopefully learn at least a little something about where to buy cameras and take photos in Baltimore before you finish this post. You will also read about everything we could think to include on the topic at hand.
We will start this off by listing some of the best local photographers for when you need wedding pictures, graduation pictures, or want to capture memories at any special events. After that where to go for photo printing whether you want to print something off your phone, get a passport photo, need digital marketing materials, or whatever will be discussed, and they will be followed up by photography studios.
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You can always try to “develop your skills” by taking lessons at the best photography classes in your area, sorry, we really tried to hold that corny joke back but couldn’t. Even if there aren’t many left these days the best places to buy cameras and repair shops near you will also be discussed. You can expect them to also sell new lenses, cleaning supplies, covers, stands, and more equipment and accessories.
After all of that is out of the way it will finally be time to get you out of here with a list of places to take beautiful pictures, plus where you can buy some loosely related items like camera phones or security cameras. Some of the places we mention could definitely be in multiple lists but we will do our best to put the right shops in the right lists and let you know when a place can handle multiple needs.
You can also expect to find a local map at the end of the post to help you figure out where all the Baltimore camera and photo places we list are located. This region of the world is one that we have written many other guides for in the past for those that are interested.
Local Photographers
There is no better way to commemorate a wedding, graduation, or other special event then to have a great photographer near you capture the scene:
- Bradley Images
- Alicia Wiley Photography
- Dave McIntosh Photographics
- Charm City Headshots
- Chris Paulis Photography
- James Ferry Photography
- Tracy Michelle
Bradley Images has been in the local photography and videography business for nearly three decades. Alicia Wiley Photography specializes in weddings, families, and commercial portraiture.
A full range of wedding photo services including bridal and engagement portraits are available at Dave McIntosh Photographics.
Hundreds of portrait commissions have been produced for well known clients such as the Washington Post, New York Times, and American Red Cross by Charm City Headshots.
Topnotch professional headshots, product animations, and commercial, architectural, and event photoshoots near you have been provided for over a decade at Chris Paulis Photography.
James Ferry Photography offers high quality portraits, headshots, commercial shoots, and picture restorations and has over 50 years of experience.
Tracy Michelle provides professional branding, luxury glam shoots, classy boudoir, and stylish senior portraits.
Photo Printing
To get any kinds of photos printed, processed, or developed head to:
- National Photo at 612 Reisterstown Rd
- Curry Printing at 314 N Charles St
- Alpha Graphics at 1750 Union Ave
- ABC Imaging at 38 South St
Each of those options for local photo printing are good ones. Color or black-and-white images should be developed, and they should be able to put them on just about whatever you desire.
Anything from brochures and pamphlets to passport photos to books and posters can be developed and printed by these companies who should also be able to handle wall graphics, digital prints, real estate advertisements, and other marketing materials.
Most should also be able to assist with scanning, restorations, enlargements, processing, digital repairs, and more.
Studios For Better Pictures
Book some time at a photography studio in your area if you have serious matters to attend to:
- Skyloft F Rental Studio at 3701 Bank St #F
- Digital Factory at 608 Water St 3F
- We Dream Photography & Studios at 1707 N Charles St
- Winford Studios at 8606 Loch Raven Blvd #B, Towson
Skyloft F Rental Studio offers an excellent place for local photoshoots, film projects, video interviews, workshops, and more.
Multimedia studios with professional lighting and photography equipment are available for hire at Digital Factory.
Photoshoots and event space rentals are provided at We Dream Photography and Studios.
Winford Studios provides creative spaces for individuals and corporations to take pictures and films.
Photography Classes
Here is a list of photography schools and people who give private lessons on how to take beautiful pictures in your area:
- The Photo Workshops at 1411 Hollins St
- The DMV Photography Workshops at 1 N Haven St #106
Camera Stores & Repair Shops In Baltimore
Service Photo Supply at 3838 Falls Road sells, repairs, and rents out film and digital cameras, lenses, lighting, studio equipment, and more photography accessories in your area from various brands including Nikon, Canon, and Epson.
Best Places For Selfies
Here is a list of great places to take beautiful selfies near you:
- Sherwood Gardens at 4310 Underwood Rd
- Rawlings Conservatory at 3100 Swann Dr
- Patterson Park at 2601 E Baltimore St
- Cylburn Arboretum at 4915 Greenspring Ave
- Centennial Park at 10000 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City
Sherwood Gardens is a great place to take beautiful outdoor pictures in Baltimore. Indoor and outdoor photography can be enjoyed at the picturesque Rawlings Conservatory.
Patterson Park features open grass fields, large trees, paved walkways, historic battle sites, a lake, playgrounds, a swimming pool, an ice skating rink, and more that are all excellent for selfies in your area.
Cylburn Arboretum offers great photo opportunities with its 200 acre urban sanctuary, hundreds of specimen trees, stunning gardens, wooded trails, and a historic mansion.
Centennial Park showcases its expansive green fields, paved walkways, playgrounds, pavilions, and a lake ideal for outdoor backdrops.
Where To Buy Camera Phones
The newest cell phones have some really nice high megapixel cameras these days and these stores should have what you need:
- Boost Mobile at 1821 Pulaski Hwy A
- AT&T Store at 9525 Baltimore National Pike #106, Ellicott City
- Verizon Authorized Retailer at 5715 Richards Valley Rd C2, Ellicott City
- Global Wireless at 6877 Loch Raven Blvd, Towson
Security Cameras
You can either buy security cameras near you or get the services that go along with them at:
- Alpha Cameras & Security at 45 W Ostend St #600
- 1st Security at 841 E Fort Ave #280
- Advanced Security Safe & Lock at 6318 Reisterstown Rd
- Captain Security Cameras
- Marvelouz Teknology
Some of you might also want to check out our posts on:
- Spots To Take Selfies in Washington DC
- Spots To Take Selfies in Philadelphia
- Spots To Take Selfies in NYC
- Spots To Take Selfies in Pittsburgh
Enjoy Taking Photos With Your New Camera
We hope you learned a little something about cameras and photos in your area today. You read about all kinds of topics like where to buy cameras, get them repaired, photographers for hire, printing, developing, studios, classes, places to take selfies, camera phones or security.
Anyone that is still here probably has a solid grasp on the local photography scene themself. If so don’t be shy, tell us what we got wrong or share your own tips in the comments.
We hope you have fun buying cameras and taking photos in Baltimore.