Photographing the Chihuly Exhibit at Night at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville (Page 2): I just verified with my wife and she concurs with me that we were not permitted to take photos...

rcdovala

mwsilvers wrote:

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."

That certainly shows you can't trust what you read... (show quote)

I just verified with my wife and she concurs with me that we were not permitted to take photos when we were there in 2013. I also read an article in the Seattle Times that in 2017 there was a change in ownership. There may have also been a policy change regarding photography. Just sayin'......

mwsilvers Loc: Central New Jersey

rcdovala wrote:

I just verified with my wife and she concurs with me that we were not permitted to take photos when we were there in 2013. I also read an article in the Seattle Times that in 2017 there was a change in ownership. There may have also been a policy change regarding photography. Just sayin'......

I was there in 2016 and use of cameras was not a problem. I found a poster on Flickr who was there in 2010 and she claims the policy to photograph inside the mansion was changed to allow photography the day before she got there. Others say the restrictions were still in place for at least 3 to 5 more years. There still seems to be a lot of confusion over when the policy changed.

whatdat Loc: Del Valle, Tx.

Why not just call them; get up-to-date and correct info? Or even; e-mail them as well so you can have their answers in hard copy to take with you? Just thinking.

mrova Loc: Chesterfield, VA

Chihuly was showing here in Richmond, VA at the museum for fine arts. VMFA normally does not allow photography, however, Chihuly had a requirement that in order for his art to be shown, photography MUST be allowed. So, I'd definitely check ahead with the Biltmore.

Quote from the event here in RVA back in 2012: "I visited a new Dale Chihuly exhibit at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond, VA today. A guard told me that while photography is generally prohibited in the museum, Chihuly explicitly demands photography of his work be allowed, and that there be no physical barriers between visitors and the glass creations."

dparenton Loc: Land O Lakes, FL

We went to the Biltmore to see the exhibit this past June on a Thursday evening. Cameras, tripods, flash etc are allowed outside on the grounds. There is only one piece inside the house and we did not go in. Thursday evening tickets allowed us to go back on Friday morning. It was crowded and a challenge to take some pictures but most people tried to stay out of the way.

ViewPoint

walked through all areas of estate in august used camera all places except interior of house

have many pics of exhibit will edit and display with pics taken at botanical garden

HAVE FUN

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

rdarlington43 wrote:

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.

Using a flash, if allowed, will give you unwanted reflections. In general, be careful of reflections from light, as they will show up as white areas on the glass. A polarizer wouldn't hurt. I saw some of these same glass pieces (link below) at the display at the NY Botanical Garden - even the boat in the water.

https://pamphotography.wordpress.com/2012/07/07/photographing-chihuly-glass-sculptures-at-the-dallas-arboretum/
https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g60878-d3184389-r175342276-Chihuly_Garden_and_Glass-Seattle_Washington.html

Examples on Flickr -
https://www.flickr.com/photos/kathysharp/galleries/72157624399082035/

wathndrn2000 Loc: Pittsboro, NC

Visited earlier this year. No restrictions on taking photos of outdoor exhibits. Night shots were taken at ISO 800 mostly around 1/10 to 1/25 at f2. used highlight spot mettering Olympus OMD5 with IBS.

Jimmy T Loc: Virginia

We were there 2016 Dec for Christmas and photos were allowed everywhere except inside the house. You could take your camera in, however, signs and guides were everywhere enforcing the no photo message. Of course, the folks with phone cameras were dutifully ignoring all signs, guides, etc. There are plenty of photo-ops in the beautiful shops and grounds around the estate to satisfy the largest memory card in your kit bag. Use your head and you may get a few shots inside whenever you are without adult supervision. All the time repeating I-Phoners resounding chant of, "oops, I forgot", large grin. They are quite civilized and polite there so there is no fear of being flogged. https://www.biltmore.com/events/chihuly-nights-at-biltmore-1 Enjoy your photo hunt, JimmyT sends.

rdarlington43 wrote:

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.

rdarlington43 Loc: Charlotte, NC

Little to no restrictions as long as photos are for personal use. Most of the exhibit is outdoors & we will go both during the day & at night. I have a wide range of lenses but like your idea of using the 50mm prime.

mwsilvers Loc: Central New Jersey

ViewPoint wrote:

walked through all areas of estate in august used camera all places except interior of house

have many pics of exhibit will edit and display with pics taken at botanical garden

HAVE FUN

Why didn't you use your camera in the house. I did. You are explicitly allowed to do so as per their website.

Elsiss Loc: Bayside, NY, Boynton Beach, Fl.

When I shot the Chihuly exhibit at the NY Botanical Gardens, cameras and flashes were all allowed-except tripods in the conservatory.

mwsilvers Loc: Central New Jersey

Jimmy T wrote:

We were there 2016 Dec for Christmas and photos we... (show quote)

We were there in August 2016 and my wife and I were able to use our cameras both inside and outside the mansion in front of dozens of staff members through a two day period. Others were using their cameras as well. Here again is the policy at the Biltmore from their website. Perhaps you and others were on guided yours where photography may not be allowed

"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."[/quote]

annadonmac Loc: East Tennessee

My wife was there this past Wednesday with two girl friends, no problem taking photos on the grounds of the exhibit. This was during the daytime. Beautiful and colorful glass sculptures.

rdarlington43 Loc: Charlotte, NC

These are beautiful photographs. We have been to the Biltmore a number of times but are really looking forward to this trip. My son is a glass blower and at one time worked for Dale Chihuly. I will let my wife take all of the iPhone pictures and I will stick to the Canon 80-D but I am not sure that I am capable of taking pictures of this quality. In any case it will be a fun trip.