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Santa Sessions 2026

November  8th, 14th  & 15th

10am-1pm

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This isn’t a photo op. It’s a holiday memory in the making.

Ready to sign up! ​​

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Our Santa experience is all about creating real moments—the kind your family will remember long after the holidays are over.

We believe every child should have time with Santa that feels calm, joyful, and just for them. That’s why our sessions are private—just your family on set, enjoying the quiet comfort of our cozy in-home studio. No waiting in long lines. No noisy crowds. Just a peaceful, magical space designed with intention in every corner. 

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We capture traditional portraits first and then, instead of posing stiffly in front of a background or directing your family to act out a pose, we encourage all to explore, interact, and move naturally. Our two sets are beautifully styled for real storytelling moments from every angle. It’s not about “sit, smile, and stay”—it’s about letting your child lead the experience.

 

​For families with special needs, we’re happy to make accommodations—like skipping bells, or keeping Santa’s voice extra gentle—so everyone feels welcome and at ease.

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As a photographer, I take a photojournalistic approach, capturing the in-between moments of the perfect portraits: wide eyes, whispered wishes, silly jokes, and snuggles with Santa. Speaking of—Santa is truly the best. He’s warm, witty, full of heart, and amazing at meeting kids right where they are—whether that means telling a story, answering big questions, or simply holding a baby who needs a snuggle. This is why our calendar is fills with repeat clients from the years past!

Room 1: The Green Room

The upscale forest green living room is our larger room this season and it's a classic Christmas morning. A chic, color-drenched living room wrapped in deep forest green with classic accents of gold, red, charcoal, and crisp white throughout is lit to emulate natural lighting.

 

The primary accent wall is strung with thick strands of heavy garland filled with red winter berries and gold bows, with stacks of elegant, wrapped gifts flanking Santa's main chair. Framed between two large windows sits a detailed cabinet where Santa keeps his magical lists and gifts. For the younger crowd (around 5 and under), we’ve integrated small ride-on toys in the corners—including a car, plane, and rocking moose. Seeing the kids' eyes light up when they jump aboard is magic on its own. This room evokes warm, classical holiday vibes and is equally suited for cozy kids' visits with Santa or timeless family portraits without Santa.

Room 2: Santa's Shed

Step into Santa’s rustic, farmhouse-style workshop. This scene is filled with reclaimed locally barn wood, lush winter greens and glowing lights from floor to ceiling, featuring vintage winter sports items and an authentic craftsman workbench. Kids can sit down and have real conversations with Santa right in front of the barn doors. If the conversation ever fades, there's always something hands-on to do: kids can help Santa hang the last remaining ornaments on the tree or ring Rudolph’s real sleigh bells hanging right on his stall door.

​Check out some highlights below of Santa and families on our sets from the past few years!

Ready to book, sign up! ​

Fill out the form below to secure your session.  

A 50% payment (and pre purchased gallery fee) is due or an arrangement must be made within 48 hours of submitting your form. 

The Jingle Bell

5-minute session

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$95 with your choice of 3 images

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  • Work on one set of your choice​

  • Children's names and ages added to

    Santa's nice list

  • Each child receives a candy cane and special sticker

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Pre-purchase entire gallery for $60 · Purchase after viewing proofs for $90

The North Pole

​10-minute session

+2-minutes for set/transition time​

$225 with your choice of 6 images

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  • Work on one or both sets

  • Children's names and ages added to

    Santa's nice list

  • Each child receives a candy cane and special sticker

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Pre-purchase entire gallery for $80 · Purchase after viewing proofs for $120

The Sleigh Ride

15-minute session

+4-minutes for set/transition time

$325 with your choice of 12 images

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  • Receive a swag bag of goodies for the family

  • Work on one or both sets

  • Children's names and ages added to

    Santa's nice list

  • Each child receives a candy cane and special sticker

  • Time for extended family portraits

  • Time to open a small gift (supplied by you).​

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Pre-purchase entire gallery for $95

 · Purchase after viewing proofs for $150

A Gift From Santa

Santa sure knows what toys are trending and the elves are filling Santa's bag with the slow rising squishes! Make the experience magical when Santa reaches into his back to deliver a gift to each child.

Each toy is 4"-5" and is wrapped in paper that matches the Green Room set.  It is sure to be a genuine reaction of excitement!

 

Each gift is $9 and delivered at random. Add how many to your sign up form. 

Available Times

Our calendar is filling up and the available 5-minute time slots are listed below.

Look for back to back availabilities for 10 and 15-minute sessions. Please add the specific time to the notes section of the sign up.

Sunday November, 8

Saturday November, 14

Sunday November, 15

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