Prom Photos at Bond Lake


Prom season is always a whirlwind of excitement, and capturing those special moments is something I love! Recently, I photographed a pair of friends at the beautiful Bond Lake in Cary, NC. The lake and wooded surroundings provided the perfect backdrop for their pre-prom photos.

Two people in burgundy formal attire having a conversation while seated at a table on an outdoor wooden deck.
A prom couple stands together on a wooden dock overlooking a Bond lake at sunset during spring.

Photos by Woodmansee Photo

Busy Night at Bond Lake


As we arrived, we were greeted by an unexpected surprise: a busy 5K event was taking place at the park . Despite the activity and crowds, we found the perfect spots for their session. We moved around the boathouse entrance to capture a few different looks from the lake, to the woods, to the boathouse building itself.

a woman in a flowing burgundy dress poses gracefully in a spring woodland setting at golden hour at Bond lake
A couple holds hands in a sunlit spring forest wearing coordinating burgundy formal attire for prom
A male in a burgundy blazer and black pants poses in a scenic spring forest setting in natural lighting for prom

Photos by Woodmansee Photo

Prom and Friends


Their genuine friendship shone through every shot, from candid laughter to directed portraits. The natural beauty of Bond Lake, combined with their fun energy, resulted in a collection of photos that truly celebrated the spirit of prom night.​ If you’ve got a special moment coming up and want photos that capture both the planned and unexpected fun, let’s chat! I’d love to help you!

A couple in coordinating burgundy outfits embrace on a wooden deck surrounded by spring trees at sunset.
Couple in formal attire holding hands against grey industrial garage door, wearing burgundy dress and maroon blazer.
A happy couple enjoying a piggyback ride in the woods, wearing coordinating burgundy outfits at Bond Lake

Photos by Woodmansee Photo

A figure in a flowing burgundy floral gown for prom at Bond Lake
A couple for prom holds hands on a dock at sunset beside Bond lake with trees in the background.

Photos by Woodmansee Photo