This year we did Christmas Mini Sessions over two days! The first day we had fabulous warm weather and the second day a winter wonderland!
I’ve always wanted to do a round of mini sessions in the snow so I was definitely on cloud 9! I’m so excited to see everyone’s Christmas cards. Thank you all so much for booking with me, I loved catching up with you and your families & meeting a few new ones.
We found the last patch of green in Kamloops and made some magic! If you HATE trying to narrow down which images you want from your session keep an eye out on Black Friday! I will have 10 sessions available for full sessions for 2022. These sessions must be paid for in full and will include all your final images from your session. Savings of a bazillion dollars. . well not quite but it’s a big deal. You will be able to pay via credit card or etransfer. And sessions make amazing gifts! Watch my Insta and FB pages at the end of November for details.
Brr! And just like that it’s November and -6 in the mornings! The most important thing for a successful outdoor Christmas Mini session is to stay safe & stay warm. These sessions are discounted to account for the colder temperatures, I want you in and out of your session and back to your warm car as soon as possible.
So PLEASE! Dress for the weather. Brings mitts for cold hands that you can keep on or take off while shooting. Adorable jackets or blankets for easy removal if you need. Trust me I know it’s cold, it is every year! If your child is wearing PJS consider layering another set of clothes underneath (I would go with a white shirt instead of the green I did under Leo’s!)
Taken Nov 2nd, 2021 - Photos of actual location this year!
Fake it ‘til you make it! If your children hear you complaining about how cold you are, they’ll be quicker themselves to do so. It’s 20 minutes of your lives and these photos are forever, make it count.
Wear boots. This location is a short walk up a hill - please wear shoes prepped for snow or walk very slowly. It can be slippery, and as of November 2nd there was already a dusting of snow.
Bribes. I love bribes! Smarties & Skittles are great ones, they’re small enough to be eaten without being captured. Or go with the holiday themed candy canes if you want something in the photos.
Remember to have fun! This is more than just a picture - it’s a memory with your kids. Make it a good one! Bring on the tickles & treats. Let them know they’re doing a good job. Take them out for hot chocolate after! It’s an event to kick off the season.
These are from 2019 at the same location!
These are at a different location but are here to show you some of the fun activities I have planned. Faux snow, pillow fights & snuggles. And yes designed for adults as well! I decided against this location due to the sun position, it’s beautiful but only at a specific time of day.
MJ76+H8 Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada - input that into google maps to find me!
Where you can park, the entrance/sign and the hill you can find me on!
I was so happy to be able to photograph this family, finally. They booked in last year but due to covid protocols were unable to get together.
And what a gorgeous back yard! If I had this view I swear I would never leave.
