Simple, joyful portraits to celebrate the season.

2025 Holiday Studio Mini Sessions 

The holiday season has a way of filling up fast—school concerts, shopping lists, and trying to remember where you hid that one gift. Somewhere in there, you realize you still need a holiday card photo. And not just any photo… one where everyone’s actually in it and looking happy.

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Even if you have a grumpy kid, just keep going and stay positive! Michele is magical!! - Alison M

Because your holiday photos shouldn't feel like a chaotic checklist item.

It starts the same every year...

You’re elbow-deep in wrapping paper, someone’s got a cold, and your camera roll is 98% blurry photos where at least one kid is mid-sneeze or mid-meltdown.

The holidays are full. Beautiful, yes—but also messy, loud, and nonstop. And yet, you still want one photo. Just one where everyone looks happy-ish and dressed in something other than Paw Patrol pajamas.

That’s where I come in.

Let’s make your holiday photo the easiest thing on your list this year.

The year flies by—and then, suddenly, you're scrambling. Holiday concerts, wrapping paper mountains, and that moment when everyone needs a photo—right now. Instead of another wild outdoors shot or rushing into what-you-had-on-hand, what if one simple studio moment could capture who you are right now?

Soft winter light washes across simple, elegant sets—the giant wreath, the low-lit tree grove, the clean stockings wall—or one of your favorites—without ever feeling cheesy or overdone. There's a quiet joy in the subtle textures and gentle tones.

Imagine walking into a warm, light-filled studio in Northeast Minneapolis. The kids explore a festive but simple set that doesn’t scream “Pinterest explosion.” You’re done in 10 minutes. No bribery. No windchill. And in a couple weeks, you’ve got a gallery full of images that actually feel like your family—joyful, connected, and beautifully real.

Here’s what’s included:

 

  • A 10-minute holiday studio session with me, Michele — over 15 years capturing families, and I’ve learned: in ten minutes, we can get gold—big sibling smiles, tiny fidgety laughs, natural pauses—if we let the moment breathe.

  • A festive, elegant setup — seasonal in a way that lasts—twinkling judiciously, textures you can almost feel, settings where your family takes center stage—not stacked props.

  • A curated online gallery & slideshow — in about 2–3 weeks, relive the session in calm speed: a slideshow that makes your heart pause before you pick your favorites.

  • The flexibility to choose your collection after seeing your photos — no pressure frontloads; you decide what you need once you know your favorites.

 

 

These sessions are perfect for you if:

You want a holiday card photo that feels timeless and not rushed

Your toddler’s attention span is 7 minutes, max

You love the idea of family portraits but need someone else to handle the details

You’ve got grandparents who will absolutely cry happy tears over their gift this year

Holiday Studio Mini Session Pricing

Non Refundable Creative Fee $75 (due at booking)

3 Collections to Choose From

A beige tray holds a festive card and envelope on a textured background.

Keepsake Collection One - $225

Includes: 1 digital file and $25 in print credit

Gift box with ribbon, holiday cards, and decorative elements on a festive surface.

Heirloom Collection Two - $300

Includes: 5 digital files and $75 print credit

Children posing with a festive wreath, wearing holiday outfits, and sharing a sweet moment.

Legacy Collection Three - $375

Includes: ALL digital files and $150 in print credit

2025 Available Session Dates

Location: My Northeast Minneapolis Studio

Your creative fee secures your spot and is applied toward your chosen image collection.

Want a sneak peek?

Here’s a glimpse below at last year’s setup
Spoiler: adorable kids, cozy knits, twinkle lights.

You’ll arrive early, leave just a few minutes after walking in, but with a full set of images—siblings together, that laugh that gets lost in group photos, a quiet moment on the sofa—all in under fifteen minutes. It’s structured magic.

Your Holiday Mini Session Questions—Answered

Let me help you check this off your list—with zero stress and lots of joy.
Can’t wait to see you in the studio.

—Michele

Your Minneapolis Family Photographer

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Holiday Studio Mini Sessions – The Set Design

This year’s holiday sets are all about creating a cozy, magical backdrop with just the right touch of elegance.

Merry & Bright Set
Paper star lanterns in white, gold, and sage float across the wall, creating the feeling of a dreamy indoor winter sky. It’s light, airy, and perfect for that magical holiday sparkle.

Deck the Halls Set
Three delicate evergreen wreaths with bold red bows hang in front of sheer white curtains, softly glowing with natural backlight. This set is festive and minimal — a classic holiday look with a bright, cozy feel.

Ring in the Season Set
Against the lime-wash blue wall, a statement evergreen wreath dressed with an oversized ivory bow and golden hanging bells makes the perfect backdrop. It’s timeless, elegant, and instantly festive.

All three sets are designed to highlight what truly matters — you and your family — while still bringing that warm, joyful holiday atmosphere into every image.

White stars hang against a light background with a Merry & Bright banner on a white bench.
Woman posing on a bench surrounded by decorative stars and a Merry & Bright sign in a festive setting.
Hanging paper star decoration with intricate cut-out patterns against a soft background.
Red ribbon bow tied on a green wreath, creating a festive holiday decoration.
Wooden bench in front of sheer curtain, with three hanging wreaths adorned with red bows above.
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