rdarlington43 Loc: Charlotte, NC

Planning a nigh time time tour the Chihuly Exhibit in mid-September. Any suggestions for taking photographs of this exhibit? I have both a Canon 80-D and an iPhone.

drklrd Loc: Cincinnati Ohio

Depends on if they allow you photograph it. They may not let you take in a camera. They may also make you turn off the I-phone or leave it with security.

DanielB Loc: San Diego, Ca

On there website there is a photo of people taking cell phone pictures but that my be the limitation of the photography allowed. Under contacts there is an email specifically for photography so I imagine there are some rules in place.

DanielB Loc: San Diego, Ca

Better call ahead and ask what their limitations are on photography other than that I would take a wide 16-24mm f2.8 or faster glass and maybe a 50mm prime and be prepared to bump up your ISO. Good luck - I can't wait to see some of your posts - it looks like a beautiful exhibit.

Tom DePuy Loc: Waxhaw, N.C.

I dont think they have an issue with cameras....You probably are not to use a tripod, and I'm not sure but I dont think they allow flash inside

Jerry Coupe Loc: Kent, WA

At the Chihuly Exhibit in Seattle, they allow both cell phone camera and other cameras (film/DSLR, etc) without restriction. It is generally crowded, so tripods are probably not a good idea. I am not sure about monopods. A wide angle lens is helpful. I think I used my 24-70mm. Also if you have an f2.8 or faster lens, that would be a good choice as many of the exhibits were in semi-dark rooms.

Enjoy the exhibit, the glass art is amazing.

rcarol

I visited the Biltmore Estate several years ago and photography inside the estate was prohibited. Now, having said that, many people were using their phones and iPads to take photos and the docents said nothing.

Tom DePuy Loc: Waxhaw, N.C.

This is from the Biltmore site...

Photo Policy
Thank you for helping us preserve the integrity of the Biltmore name and image by cooperating with the following policies.
Inside Biltmore House:
Taking photographs by cell phone or cameras, without flash, is permitted on the self-guided tour for personal use only. No commercial photography is allowed. Photography is not permitted on specialty tours inside Biltmore House.

Video cameras, tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, or any other photography equipment are not allowed inside Biltmore House. For the safety and convenience of all guests, group photos must be taken outside of Biltmore House.
Outside Biltmore House:
Taking photographs of the exterior of Biltmore House and grounds or sketching images of the house or estate grounds is permitted for personal use only. Set up must be minimal, requiring no more than two pieces of equipment. The following are not permitted for personal photography or sketching: changing of clothing, hair or make-up styling, lighting set-up or disruption of guest areas. For wedding photography, see policy below. All commercial uses are prohibited without express written consent. Recording, filming, photography, or taping of any concert is strictly prohibited.
Drones & Aerial Photography:
Use of unmanned aerial vehicles or drones while on Biltmore property is prohibited. Aerial photography of Biltmore House is prohibited without written consent.
Commercial Photography:
All commercial uses of photography or video is prohibited without written permission.
Wedding Photography:
Taking wedding photography or portraits on the property is prohibited without previous written permission.
The image, logo, and name of Biltmore are registered trademarks and cannot be used by outside parties without permission from The Biltmore Company. If you would like to publish one of our images, please complete our online image request form.

mwsilvers Loc: Central New Jersey

I'm not sure what might have given you that impression. I was at the Biltmore Estate the year before last and used my Canon 7D Mark II and a variety of lenses everywhere I went. Being mindful of such things I specifically asked before I started taking pictures and was told there was absolutely no prohibition for personal use photography, although I suspect flash photography might have been frowned upon inside the mansion . I took hundreds of pictures both inside the mansion and on the grounds throughout a two day period. I was clearly in view of many dozens of staff members throughout that two day period and no one indicated that photography was not permitted.

scott_the_welder

My wife and I were there August 13 - 15. The exhibit is amazing. Dale created some pieces specifically for the Biltmore exhibition. The are many pieces scattered about the estate with most of them being in and around Biltmore House and the Italian Gardens.

We did the Upstairs/Downstairs and Rooftop tours and there were no issues with photography. I shoot a Canon SX60HS. They do not allow flash indoors or tripods without prior permission.

Our only disappointment was that the night time Chihuly tours are Thursday through Sunday and, of course, we were there Monday - Wednesday. Oh well.

I think I photographed every piece, but I may have missed a couple. There are some pieces located in the Antler Hill Village too. Don't miss those. Also in the village is another exhibit of the Vanderbilts at home and abroad. In this building is the Napoleon chess set and game table. If you know the story, you have to see it.

We stayed at The Inn at Biltmore and it was fabulous. This was a bucket list trip for us so we went all out in the short time we had to visit.

Enjoy all they have to offer there. We are already planning a return trip. Too bad the Chihuly exhibit will be gone by the time that happens.

Safe travels
BTW, the Rooftop Tour guide (also named Scott) took the photo for us with my camera
Scott

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rcarol

We we're there in October 2013.

mwsilvers Loc: Central New Jersey

I was there three years after you. So either they changed the rules in the ensuing three years, or you were given bad information.

rcarol

Certainly, one or the other.

rcarol

I just took a look at Trip Advisor and it appears that in spite of having a written policy on their website stating that photography is allowed (with some restrictions) many people have been told that photography is not permitted. Here is a link if you care to check it out for yourself:

https://www.tripadvisor.com/FAQ_Answers-g60742-d102846-t1889976-Can_you_elaborate_on_the_camera_policy_Are_DSLR.html

mwsilvers Loc: Central New Jersey

That certainly shows you can't trust what you read on TripAdvisor and it always pays to double check by contacting the venue itself. Those who answered the question on TripAdvisor either clearly didn't know what they were talking about or they were very old posts and there was a subsequent policy change. The latter seems unlikely though. I'm guessing most of the misinformation on photography at the Biltmore was passed from person to person via heresay with no one actually taking the effort to check the facts. Even the one supposedly from a staff member could be a phony posted by someone who dislikes all the cellphone users crowding around to take selfies.

I just copied the following from the Biltmore's website:

"Photo Policy
Thank you for helping us preserve the integrity of the Biltmore name and image by cooperating with the following policies.
]
Inside Biltmore House:
Taking photographs by cell phone or cameras, without flash, is permitted on the self-guided tour for personal use only. No commercial photography is allowed. Photography is not permitted on specialty tours inside Biltmore House.

Video cameras, tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, or any other photography equipment are not allowed inside Biltmore House. For the safety and convenience of all guests, group photos must be taken outside of Biltmore House.

Outside Biltmore House:
Taking photographs of the exterior of Biltmore House and grounds or sketching images of the house or estate grounds is permitted for personal use only. Set up must be minimal, requiring no more than two pieces of equipment. The following are not permitted for personal photography or sketching: changing of clothing, hair or make-up styling, lighting set-up or disruption of guest areas. For wedding photography, see policy below. All commercial uses are prohibited without express written consent. Recording, filming, photography, or taping of any concert is strictly prohibited.
Drones & Aerial Photography:
Use of unmanned aerial vehicles or drones while on Biltmore property is prohibited. Aerial photography of Biltmore House is prohibited without written consent.

Commercial Photography:
All commercial uses of photography or video is prohibited without written permission.
Wedding Photography:
Taking wedding photography or portraits on the property is prohibited without previous written permission.

The image, logo, and name of Biltmore are registered trademarks and cannot be used by outside parties without permission from The Biltmore Company. If you would like to publish one of our images, please complete our online image request form.

Biltmore prides itself on its professionalism and experience in working with production companies. To discuss your next project, please contact us."