Capturing the Magic of Christmas


As a Portrait Photographer, one of the most wonderful and rewarding parts of my job is setting up a space and building in some activities where children can be children, parents can relax and we can capture some seriously special moments.


Scroll through the photos and you'll see that all of the children had the most amazing time, doing snowball fights, writing their letters to Santa, decorating the Christmas Tree, eating cookies and reading some Christmas stories! We packed a lot into the 30 minute session time, but that meant the children were kept entertained, the photos weren't too posed or staged, and the parents got a variety of shots they can chose from to print as gifts for grandparents and family members.


This year I chose to have a neutral, rustic backdrop as the weather (Storm Darragh!) forced us to shoot inside. This ended up working perfectly, as I organised lots of activities that the children could do within the space.


Two children in red and blue holiday sweaters embrace while smiling against a festive winter backdrop.
Joyful holiday portrait beside decorated Christmas tree with golden ornaments and lights.
Baby in festive red and white hat with Christmas themed outfit against holiday decor.
Baby wearing white outfit and red Santa hat sitting against Christmas backdrop.
Two matching beige and red patterned sweaters in front of Christmas decorations and white stars.
Holiday portrait with Christmas trees and decorative white stars in background.
Happy group in coordinated holiday outfits poses together by decorated Christmas tree.
Children sitting together with holiday decorations and holding Santa's Workshop sign.
Hands holding a silver Christmas ornament ball with festive baby clothing visible.
Family of four enjoying holiday portrait session with Christmas decorations.
Child in red dress and white cardigan sitting on white bench with holiday decorations.
Child in pastel sweater holding green Santa Claus thank you card with sparkly backdrop.
Two children in winter sweaters and Santa hats reading together on white bench.
Child in white sweater and red dress decorating Christmas tree with ornaments.
Young child explores a pop-up book near decorated Christmas tree and festive holiday decorations.
Person in red velvet dress reads interactive book with children in matching sweaters near Christmas tree.
Child wearing festive red and blue patterned sweater sitting on white bench with holiday backdrop.
Child wearing knit hat and pastel sweater sitting on white bench with holiday decorations.
Child in cream colored fleece jacket sitting on white bench between Christmas trees.
Family poses together in matching winter sweaters against festive holiday backdrop with Christmas trees.
Group enjoying a colorful pop-up book while sitting on white bench with holiday decorations.
Festive holiday portrait with person in red dress and two in matching fair isle sweaters.
Small child decorates Christmas tree with ornaments while wearing festive knit sweater.
Two children in matching sweaters share joyful moment while decorating Christmas tree.
Child in fair isle sweater sits cross-legged by Christmas tree surrounded by candy canes and ornaments.
Child in holiday sweater poses by Christmas tree with special delivery sack nearby.
A beige winter sweater with a gingham collar being worn while holding a green letter to Father Christmas during holidays.
Holiday scene with beige knit sweater and red gingham collar while displaying a letter to Santa Claus.
Festive holiday scene with beige patterned sweater against Christmas decorations and twinkling lights.
Dreamy holiday portrait near decorated Christmas tree with ornaments and lights.
Two children in cream-colored outfits sitting on a white bench with Christmas decorations in background.
Black and white portrait in front of Christmas decor with evergreen branches and star decorations.
Baby wearing beige dress sitting on white surface with decorated Christmas tree in background.
Small child in beige outfit sitting near decorated Christmas tree and holiday decor.
Writing a Christmas letter with Santa pen while lying on white floor near holiday decorations.
Holiday scene with beige coat showing green North Pole letter near Christmas tree.
Couple sharing a Christmas storybook while cuddled under a gray blanket by decorated trees.
Baby exploring greenery and red flowers in winter garden scene.
Family reading a Christmas book together with holiday decor in the background.
Cozy plush reindeer slippers with white trim and red noses on white fabric.
Festive family portrait with decorated Christmas trees and white winter decor.
Playful holiday photoshoot scene with Christmas decorations and greenery.
Joyful moment between parent and child during holiday photoshoot with Christmas decorations.
Holiday portrait against Christmas tree backdrop with white star decorations.
White baby clothing with 'My First Christmas' embroidery and festive pattern.
Family holiday portrait with Christmas decorations and pine branches in background.
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What are Christmas Mini Sessions?


30 minute session

Studio space with a Christmas themed backdrop

15 (or more!) digital images for you to keep to print

Christmas activities for the children to do to keep them engaged, relaxed, happy and most importantly, smiling!

Optional - parents can also choose to have a family photo taken too! I always try and persuade you, as you'll never get this time back when your children are so little. It makes for some seriously beautiful photographs!



Why book a Christmas Mini Session?


Affordable - Mini sessions cost less than a full length family portrait session, so you can book to capture some Christmas magic at a time when budgeting is essential.

Time efficient - Christmas is SUCH a busy time of year. The sessions only take 30 minutes, so it only takes up a small part of your day so you aren't compromising on doing other Christmas activities!

Fun and Festive - I make my mini sessions super fun using lots of props and activities, as children need to be children and that's how you achieve the very best results!

Beautiful backdrops - This year, I went for a rustic theme with a nod to the outdoors. I had to shoot indoors due to the weather, but wanted to keep the backdrop elegant and neutral rather than themed (such as Toy Shop or Christmas baking theme) so used lots of twinkling fairy lights and a garland that I hand foraged! I haven't decided on next year's theme yet, but I am always open to suggestions, so if you have a theme in mind that you'd like me to create, drop me a message!

Quality - A lot of time and energy goes into preparing my mini shoots. I think of every single detail and carefully plan out the shoot beforehand, so I know exactly what images I want to achieve. On the day, I don't want you to feel staged or pushed, so I go with the flow, mixing up the activities depending on the child/children and how they are feeling. Ultimately, it's your experience and I want you to be happy and relaxed so we just go with it!

 

I can't wait to capture some magic with your family!

Christmas Mini Sessions 2025


I will be releasing details of the plans for the Christmas Mini Sessions in 2025 soon, so check back or drop me an email if you're interested in booking!