Photography

Photography Guidelines

Philbrook encourages visitors to take personal-use snapshots during their museum visit. Please be mindful of the guidelines.

Visitor Photography

All guests are welcome to take personal-use snapshots while touring the Galleries and Gardens using handheld still or video cameras under the following guidelines:

• No flash photography, please.
• Visitors may photograph artworks and objects, unless otherwise posted.
• Images are for personal use only and must not be reproduced for commercial purposes. Additional policies for professional and non-professional posed photography or videography can be found in the Open-Hour Photography Permit guidelines below.
• Photography must not interfere with the enjoyment of other guests.
• Philbrook Museum of Art and its employees are not responsible for loss or damages to cameras or similar items.
• Posed sessions are permitted in the Gardens during open hours with the purchase of an Open-Hours Photography Permit. Indoor photo sessions are not permitted during regular operating hours.
• Dressing rooms are not available and restrooms may not be used for changes of clothes.

To preserve the art, grounds, facility and for visitor safety:

• Props are not allowed, including but not limited to: flowers, balloons, signage, costume masks and pets.
• Moving or rearranging furniture, artwork, fixtures or planted material is not allowed.
• Tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, and miscellaneous camera equipment are not allowed.
• Be considerate of other guests. Access to pathways and garden areas should not be blocked.
• Please do not climb on the stonework, rocks, walls, fountains, trees, sculptures, the cultivated hillsides, planted embankments or into the creek.
• Please stay on the designated paths in the formal gardens for your own safety.
• Philbrook reserves the right to limit access to areas of the Museum and Gardens.

Student Photography

Philbrook will consider all student photography and filming projects. Visitor Photography Guidelines also apply to student projects, unless otherwise arranged. In addition:

• A written proposal should be submitted at least 10 days prior to the proposed photography or filming date. Proposals may be emailed to photo@philbrook.org.
• Proposal should include at least the following details: school name, how many students will be participating, all equipment, anticipated amount of time needed, and what the project is.
• A valid student ID is required at check-in.

Open-Hour Photography Permit

Visitors wishing to conduct posed photography and/or videography sessions (portrait, prom, group, proposal, maternity etc.) in the Gardens during regular museum hours may do so with the purchase of an Open-Hours Photography Permit.

• Permits are available to groups of up to 10 people (includes photographers) for $50/hour. If the 1-hour timeframe is exceeded, guests may incur additional fees at check-out.
• Photography sessions are not permitted in the Galleries. The Terrace is accessible via the Gardens. Visitors are welcome to tour with the purchase of a General Admission ticket.
• A single tripod or monopod and a single reflecting screen are permitted in addition to a camera and camera bag. Drones and additional equipment are not permitted.
• Changes of clothes are not permitted.
• Signage, flowers, costume masks and other props are not permitted.
• Photography sessions, equipment, and changing of clothes are not permitted inside the Cabin. This space is monitored by cameras.
• Permits are non-exclusive and contingent on availability. Philbrook reserves the right to limit the number of photographers and limit access to certain areas of the Gardens and grounds at any time during a session.
• Permits are intended for non-professional photographers.
• Groups of 10+ should call in advance to schedule and may be asked to schedule an After-Hours Photography Session.
• Visitors may take photos, free of charge, on the Museum’s Front Lawn during regular business hours.
• Last permit will be sold one hour before close.
• All sales are final. In the event of weather, special events, garden maintenance or facility repairs, Philbrook reserves the right to reschedule any session at a mutually convenient time.

For more information about professional photography or group photography options, please contact Philbrook’s Guest Experience Projects Coordinator at (918) 748-5347 or photo@philbrook.org.

After-Hours Photography Session

Professional photographers wishing to conduct posed photo sessions at Philbrook should obtain an annual Photography Membership or book an After-Hours Photography Session. After-Hours Sessions are also available to non-professional photographers. Full policies and guidelines are provided during the booking process.

• After-Hours sessions are $250 for up to 2 hours of access to the gardens only. All fees are non-refundable and must be paid in full before the scheduled session. In the event of inclement weather or other conflicts, sessions may be rescheduled upon request.
• Sessions are limited to Morning Sessions (7am-9am, Wednesday through Sunday) and Evening Sessions (5pm-Dusk, Wednesday through Sunday and excluding Friday).
• Sessions are non-exclusive and contingent on availability.
• Pre-approved photography equipment, props and changes of clothes are permitted.
• In order to book a session, the client or photographer must complete the After-Hours Session Photography Contract and photographers must submit proof of coverage of liability insurance.

For more information or to book an After-Hours Session, please contact Philbrook’s Guest Experience Projects Coordinator at 918-748-5347 or by email at photo@philbrook.org. Sessions should be booked at least two-weeks in advance.

Proposals at Philbrook

Philbrook’s beautiful Gardens are the perfect place for a proposal. Proposals should be scheduled 7-10 days in advance and are subject to availability. For questions or to book a session, contact the Guest Experience Projects Coordinator at 918-748-5347 or email photo@philbrook.org.

General Admission Proposal

General Admission provides access to the Galleries and Gardens during regular museum hours (Wednesday-Sunday, 9am-5pm and Friday, 9am-9pm). With this option, only the ring is permitted. Posed photo sessions, a photographer, camera equipment and props are not allowed. All guests in the group must pay General Admission.

Open-Hour Permit Proposal

If you would like to take posed photographs during or after the proposal, the purchase of an Open-Hour Permit is required. The Open-Hour Permit allows you to take photos in the Gardens for one hour with up to 10 guests, including the photographer. If anyone would like to tour the museum before or after, they must purchase General Admission before doing so.

Permits are available Wednesday-Sunday, 9am-5pm and Friday, 9am-9pm (last permits sold at 4pm and 8pm). Permits are non-exclusive and contingent on availability. To schedule a session, contact the Guest Experience Projects Coordinator at 918-748-5347.

Some restrictions apply. Please see the Visitor Photography Guidelines for additional details.

After-Hours Session Proposal

After-Hours Sessions provide more privacy and flexibility for your proposal and are generally available Wednesday-Sunday, 5pm-dusk (excluding Fridays). This option allows for pre-approved props, camera equipment, and 1 acoustic musician or music via a Bluetooth speaker. Restrictions do apply.

Please call the Guest Experience Projects Coordinator at 918-748-5347 for additional details.

Photography Membership

Philbrook Photography Memberships provide the perfect way to utilize the Gardens all year around. To inquire about Photography Memberships or become a Photography Member, please contact the Guest Experience Projects Coordinator at 918-748-5347 or photo@philbrook.org.