MINI MOMENTS
Short. Sweet. Seasonal.
St. Louis Mini Sessions
2026 fall and holiday mini sessions are now booking.
This year’s seasonal dates include outdoor fall mini sessions, tree farm holiday photos, and studio Christmas minis in the St. Louis area.
St. Louis Mini Photography Sessions
St. Louis mini sessions are perfect for families who want a few meaningful images without the time commitment of a full portrait session.
Life moves quickly. The seasons change, kids grow, and the little details you swear you’ll remember eventually soften around the edges. Mini sessions are a simple way to pause for just a moment and hold onto what this season feels like right now. They’re designed for families who want a handful of meaningful images in a session that is easy to plan and beautiful to look back on.
Whether you’re updating family photos, preparing holiday cards, or marking a moment before it slips by, mini sessions offer a thoughtful way to capture what matters most.
Options & Pricing
Mini Sessions Details
Mini sessions are offered in limited quantities on specific seasonal dates. Once a date is full, additional times may not be available.
Outdoor Mini Sessions
Available on select dates in late spring, summer, and fall
Includes
15-minute session
Pre-selected Outdoor location
6 Images of your choice
A private online gallery to view and select your favorites
The option to purchase additional images and prints
Investment
$185
Outdoor sessions are weather-dependent and include one built-in rain date.
Studio Mini Sessions
Available during winter and early spring
Includes
15-minute session
Pre-selected studio location
8 Images of your choice
A private online gallery to view and select your favorites
The option to purchase additional images and prints
Investment
$245
Studio location details are shared prior to booking.
Full Gallery
$400
Includes all edited images from your session in one complete digital collection.
Families who already know they’ll want the full gallery may add the prepaid full gallery upgrade at booking for $340 and save $60.
Individual Images
$35
Additional images may be purchased individually for personal use and printing up to 8×12. These files match the quality of the images included with your session and are perfect if you’d like just one or two extra favorites.
Wall-Art Ready Images
$99
Images are available as wall-art ready files, thoughtfully retouched for larger prints. These images receive additional attention to ensure they look their best beyond the screen.
Professional print options are available directly through your gallery to help ensure your images are printed with accurate color, quality materials, and lasting results.
Choose your 2026 fall or holiday mini session date below.
Seasonal Mini Sessions
St. Louis Fall & Holiday Mini Sessions
2026 fall and holiday mini sessions are now booking.
This year’s mini session dates include outdoor fall sessions, tree farm holiday photos, and studio Christmas minis.
Choose your date and location below.
October 24
Outdoor at Forest Park
November 1
Outdoor in Webster Groves
November 7 & 8th
Outdoor at Lafayette Park
November 14
Outdoor at Quail Ridge Park
November 22
Outdoor at Meert Tree Farm
December 5
In-Studio Near The Fox
Ready to Book Your Fall or Holiday Mini Session?
Choose the date and setting that fits your family best. Sessions are offered on select dates in limited quantities, including outdoor fall minis, tree farm holiday photos, and studio Christmas minis.
Is a mini session Right for you?
Mini sessions work best for families and individuals who are comfortable with a shorter session and a streamlined experience.
They may not be the best fit if you’re hoping for:
- Extended time or multiple locations
- Newborn-specific setups
- Large group or generational portraits
- A fully customized experience
If you’re hoping for a slower pace, more flexibility, or images that lean more heavily into connection and storytelling, a Family Session will be a better fit. Choosing the right option ensures the experience and the images match what you’re hoping for.
What to Expect
Our mini sessions are short, thoughtfully planned portrait sessions offered on select dates throughout the year. They take place at a pre-selected location and are designed to keep things simple and easy to fit into real life.
They’re a great fit if you:
- Want updated family photos without a long session
- Need images for holiday cards or seasonal updates
- Are comfortable with a shorter, streamlined session
Mini sessions move quickly, but there’s still space for genuine connection and some natural moments. The goal is a handful of images that feel like you, right now. Because of the shorter time frame, mini sessions follow a simple structure with limited flexibility.
After Your Session
You’ll receive a private online gallery with a curated collection of images from your session. From there, you’ll select the images included with your session—choosing ones that feel most like you.
If you find additional favorites, you’ll have the option to:
- Purchase individual digital images
- Upgrade images to wall-ready files
- Purchase the full gallery
This process keeps things flexible while letting you decide what matters most to keep. You’ll never be pressured to purchase more than what feels right for your family.