Mini Sessions

 

Family with baby and black dog enjoying a walk in tall pine forest on a sunny day.
Black and white family portrait of parents and two young children laughing together in a forest setting.
Happy family with baby enjoying autumn park, parents smiling outdoors among golden fall foliage.

Short sessions to capture your family in this phase of life

What are Mini Sessions?


Mini sessions are shorter than usual photoshoots offered at a discounted rate. Each Mini Session day I offer 4-6 back to back sessions in the same location. They are perfect for families with young kids, couples expecting a baby, new photos with your partner, photos with friends, or solo portraits

What are the details?


  • 20 minute session
  • $325 + GST
  • Groups/families of 1-6 people
  • 20+ edited images in an online gallery
  • Full session fee and signed contract due at time of booking


When and Where?


I offer mini sessions typically in Spring and Fall. There will be 2-3 dates each with a different location. Booking for Fall 2026 will start in mid summer. Locations will be in either Vancouver or North Vancouver. I like to offer one forest option and one beach or park option.

Summer Minis! One date only!

Sunday July 26 (morning) - Lynn Creek North Vancouver


Join the Mini Session Email List - Fall 2026 dates will be emailed to this list for first booking!

See below for some tips for what to wear and how to prepare!

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Family sitting on rocky riverbank with lush green forest backdrop, parents lifting baby joyfully outdoors.
Couple poses in sunlit forest, pregnant woman in sage green dress, partner in black jacket embracing her from behind.
Happy family of four posing in a lush forest, parents smiling with two young daughters in casual outfits.
Happy family of four posing in a forest, mother carrying baby in pink wrap, father holding toddler, smiling outdoors.
Two women walking a small dog on a leash along a gravel path surrounded by tall trees in black and white.
Black and white photo of a happy family of four walking hand-in-hand through a forest trail.
Woman carrying a laughing child through a lush green forest path surrounded by tall trees.

Capturing the chaos!

What's my approach?

Mini sessions are short and simple! We will focus on the connection between you and your people; walking through the forest, spinning in circles, tickle fights, big hugs and lots of laughs. These sessions are perfect for families with toddlers as they are long enough to warm up to me, but short enough to not need snacks or get too restless. I will give you a few gentle prompts of what to do or give you the space to explore and play together in the beautiful setting. You know your kids best, take this time to play together, make each other giggle and show how much you love each other! No need to stress about your kids staying still or looking and smiling, the real magic is in the movement and the moments together.

 

What to wear!

 

A joyful family photoshoot outdoors with autumn foliage in the background.
Family sharing a tender moment together at the beach with sailboats in the background.
Family sharing intimate moments of laughter and connection in a forest setting.
Couple kissing on rocky shoreline with mountain lake backdrop, woman in gray dress, man in blue blazer.
A fluffy white dog and young child stand together on a mossy log in a sunlit forest.

Be comfortable

What you wear to your photos should feel like you, if you feel like yourself you'll be more natural in your photos! You'll want to be comfortable enough to move around, pick up your kids, crouch down to their level. For shoes something you're comfortable walking in grass or along forest trails is good. Leather boots, shoes or sandals depending on the season, or simple sneakers are perfect.


Simple colours and patterns

Neutral colours photograph best, think beiges, greys, blues, olive greens, burgundy, light pinks, browns etc. Try to avoid pieces with characters or big logos that could take the attention away from you. Choosing a colour palette can help tie things together without all wearing the same thing can help things go together without feeling too matchy. Patterns can be a fun way to add some interest (plaids and florals are always a favourite). If one person is wearing a big pattern more simple styles for others is great. Try on your outfits together if you can to see how they all look!


Other things to bring

Layers or accessories to your outfit can add something fun for some of your photos! You could bring a jacket or sweater you want to take off part way, everyone's favourite sunglasses, or a hat if that fits your style. As well as personal touches like your kid's favourite stuffy, ultrasound pictures if you're pregnant, or a picnic blanket to sit on.