~ Christmas Mini Sessions ~

Believe it or not, it's that time of year again! I know you're probably thinking, it's only September, and early September at that, but before we know it, Christmas will be upon us!!! Schedule your Christmas mini session today to ensure that you have great family photographs for your Christmas/New Year's cards...

Mini sessions differ from a regular session in the fact that first and foremost, you're receiving professional photographs for a fraction of the cost. Secondly, a mini session only lasts 30 minutes where as a regular photo session last an hour and a half to two hours at multiple locations. Mini sessions are taken at a specific location that is predetermined by myself. Mini sessions also differ from regular sessions because only one outfit is allowed because we are limited on time to get beautiful pictures for you and your family.

This session is for families of all ages - children by themselves, the entire IMMEDIATE family, or pets if your children are grown and feel that photographs are not for them anymore. Up to four people are included in the session; however, if you're like me and LOVE LOVE LOVE large families, I can accommodate families of four or more also. There will be a small charge for each additional family member of $10. 

**Please note that I will only allow ONE household family per time slot.  Immediate families only, no combined families.** If you wish to have the full family portrait done please email, call, or text me and we can work some other arrangements out.

As stated above, the mini session cost is $75 and will be due within 5 days of booking. If payment is not received, then the time slot will be rendered to another potential family! Please realize that the slots are limited, so in order to reserve your families time slot payment must be received within the 5 day grace period.

Cash or checks are accepted.

You can sign up for a mini session by contacting me through my email at BlessedPhotography@hotmail.com. Please include your name (parent), child/children's name(s), ages, and whether a morning or evening session will fit your families needs better. Inquiries for mini sessions will be responded to on a first come, first serve basis. Please remember that an email must be sent to me in order to reserve times. Yes, I have posted this on Facebook too, but once again, please email me with your inquiries...

If the wonderful West Texas weather decides to act up on our scheduled day for mini sessions, they will be cancelled and rescheduled at a future date and time. I will do everything possible to make sure that all who have paid and reserved time slots will be able to attend the "new" mini session date/time if for any reason they need/have to be cancelled. If you have any questions about weather for the scheduled day of the mini session, you can contact me, Katelyn, at 806-787-8160.

As the time draws nearer for the mini sessions, I will email you with the specific location. This will be included in a private email for you, the participant, only. The general area will be in Lubbock (wide area, I know, but I haven't quite decided where mini sessions will be at yet).

I do ask that you please allow at least 3 weeks for editing. Your pictures can be mailed to you, or you are more than welcome to pick them up when they are ready. I will contact you by email to let you know when your images are ready!

What to wear?

Because the theme is Christmas/Holiday related, keep that in mind when choosing outfits for your family. Use patterns, textures and layers of clothing that will/can add visual interest to your family portraits (layers can also be a great way to create different looks in minimal time, by adding and removing layers, you get the look/feel of an outfit change). Choose clothing that you are comfortable in, but that is also fun, vibrant and unique! Choose rich, deep colors and textured fabrics (denim, knits, corduroy, etc.) because they photograph very well. If denim is your textured fabric of choice, wear the darkest indigo wash that you own. Not only is it flattering and slimming (it's the new black :)) it tends to be the least dated of fabrics. But please remember, these will hang on your walls in your home and possibly family members homes for years to come... wear clothing that you are comfortable in and have fun with what you choose to wear!!! You don't have to be "matchy-matchy" to coordinate!

I will have props available for use at the mini sessions, but if you have any cute ideas that you've been wanting to try, then please bring them along... I will do everything I can to get that "look" you're wanting to achieve. Think Christmas! For modern touches, bright blues, greens, reds, pinks, etc can be used to put an edge on the traditional Christmas/Holiday portraits!

Please arrive on time:

Although the time slots are scheduled for 30 minutes, please understand that in some cases, we may be early or late to start the next scheduled session! But do come on-time! If you are more than 10 minutes late for your scheduled time, and the next scheduled appointment has arrived, I will ask that you wait until after their time is up, and then I will begin your photos. Please plan to arrive a few minutes early. I know the old saying goes "better late than never," but please keep in mind that there are other families that are waiting, and tardiness will put everyone behind schedule! 

The final words of advice that I have are:

• Don't wait until a week before the mini sessions to sign up! Holiday mini sessions tend to fill up very quickly.
• Send your friends, family, and anyone else you can think of for lasting memories and unique Christmas/Holiday portraits.

I can't wait to meet everyone... now that you've finished reading my book, feel free to email me and set up your time slot for the Christmas mini sessions!!!  

Thanks, Katelyn