Gilmore Girls inspired Mother and Daughter Photoshoot

Mother and Daughter Photo Shoot: Gilmore Girls

Plan a special visit to New Milford, one of the towns that inspired Gilmore Girls

Gilmore Girls inspired photoshoot with Mother and daughter in New Milford CT

First Stop on our Gilmore Girls inspired portrait experience was New Milford, Connecticut.

Step Into Stars Hollow: A Portrait Experience for Gilmore Girls Fans

If you’ve ever wished you could visit Stars Hollow, sip coffee at Luke’s, and stroll across the town green, you’ll fall in love with New Milford, Connecticut — one of the small New England towns believed to have inspired the beloved Gilmore Girls series.

As a portrait photographer based here in New Milford, I often see visitors light up when they recognize familiar landmarks. The gazebo, the white-steepled church, the cozy cafés — it all feels like stepping into the world of Lorelai and Rory.

A Real-Life Gilmore Girls Adventure

We began our session at Canterbury School, whose beautiful hill top campus and winding paths gave us Chilton-Academy vibes.

From there, we visited the historic church on the New Milford Green, then wandered over to the iconic gazebo, a true Stars Hollow symbol of community and connection.

Next came downtown New Milford, where brick storefronts, the Honeybee bookstore, and cozy cafés provided the perfect backdrop for portraits of this mother and daughter team. Of course, we couldn’t resist stopping by Theo’s Downtown Diner, a local favorite that feels every bit like Luke’s, right down to the steaming coffee mugs and friendly small-town chatter.

Plan Your Own Gilmore Girls-Inspired Photoshoot

Whether you’re traveling to Connecticut for a weekend getaway or live nearby and want to experience the magic of your own Stars Hollow story, a Gilmore Girls-inspired portrait session is a fun and meaningful way to celebrate your connection.

Bring your mom, sister, or best friend, and we'll explore the same streets that inspired the show, and leave you with timeless portraits that capture your real-life bond.

At Planet Photo, I design every session around your story, combining editorial-style photography with natural, heartfelt moments that feel as warm and genuine as the world of Gilmore Girls itself.