Who are these sessions for?

Mini sessions are designed for groups of 6 or less. These can be single families, couples, maternity, a few headshots—let’s chat about what you’re envisioning. The session types that aren’t conducive to a mini structure are boudoir, multi-family, and newborns under 3 months. If you would like to do one of these shoots, or if you’d like more time added to your mini slot, contact me.

How is a mini different from a full session?

Minis are shorter shoots that work best with a more singular focus, e.g. a holiday card, pregnancy announcement, or milestone birthday. There is less variety in posing, number of backgrounds, and groupings, and it costs less than a full session. It allows for more family documentation outside of the classic yearly shoot, and takes advantage of a special location or a peak seasonal change. Minis are only offered a couple times a year as my availability allows, while full sessions of 30 and 60 minutes come with a wider range of options and customizations.

What should I wear?

For this spot, I’m envisioning lots of texture + knits! Chunky sweaters feel extra cozy, and having kiddos dressed in warm layers in case it’s chilly will have everyone happier. Neutral colors and earth tones complement the yellow leaves well and are easiest to coordinate across a group. Whatever you fancy, please limit clothing to 1 outfit per person as there is not enough time to change during a mini.

Can we bring pets?

Sure, although please limit it to 2 animals.

What if I’m running late?

Please account for extra time getting to the park! I’ve incorporated a time cushion between sessions that allows for a few extra minutes of make-up time, although I won’t be able to infringe on the next client’s prep and shooting time.