november 15, 16, & Dec 7mini sessions
studio holiday mini session

 

  • each session lasts 20 minutes
  • The mini session will include 5 digital images. You select these images from an online edited gallery.
  • There are two upgrade options: 30 images or the full digital collection. All options are available at booking.
  • À la carte digital images, prints and wall products available to purchase from gallery.
  • HOLIDAY CARDS will also be available to purchase from gallery!
  • Sessions are held at Saltwater Studio, located at the north edge of downtown Seattle and lower Queen Anne.
  • $395 session fee due upon booking. (WA state/Seattle tax of 10.35% also applies)
  • If you are unable to make your session time, an attempt to reschedule during another time slot available will be made. Rescheduling cannot be guaranteed.
  • No refunds, but mini session fee can be applied to a full family session in 2026.
  • Photo is from 2024 mini-sessions. Set will be different this year, but these can be used upon request.
  • Reminder with directions and instructions to get into building will be sent the day before your session.

 

2016Winner of 2016 Best
Wedding Photography as voted
by The Knot Mexico
Wedding PhotographyBest of the Knot
2014Winner of 2014 Best Wedding Photography as voted by
Style Me Pretty Mexico
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2011 - 2016Winner of Best Wedding Photography, five years running, as voted by Simple WeddingsWedding PhotographyBest Photography

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frequently asked questions

 

Q: How is a mini-session different than a regular session?

 

A: It's not really that different, except it's shorter! And in the studio, where we don't have to worry about the cold, rainy weather in Seattle! We will work through as much as we can in the time allotted. Perfect for shorter attention spans, kids and parents alike! ;)

 

Q: What happens if we are late?

 

A: We will take as many photos as possible in the time remaining in your time slot.

 

Q: What happens if we can't make the session?

 

A: If you get ill or have an unforeseen circumstance, we can attempt to reschedule during another time slot if there are any available during mini-session days. Rescheduling is not guaranteed. Session fee can be applied to a regular family session in 2026.

 

Q: Can other people come to the session with us?

 

A: Due to the abbreviated session time, this session is intended for immediate families only. Please contact me if you would like to bring additional people and we can book a regular session!

Tips on how to make your mini-session successful!

Manage expectations.

 

Have a quick chat with the family about how the session will go. If you let them know what to expect beforehand, you'll set them up for success because they'll anticipate what will happen

 

Plan your outfits ahead of time. (And steam/iron them!)

 

You don't have to get all new outfits (unless you want to!). Aim for coordinating/complementary colors in your outfits, not matchy-matchy. Don't forget to wear shoes you won't mind seeing in photos. I'm happy to consult on outfits if you'd like me to. Send me an email or text with pics and I'll give you my opinion.

 

Make sure you set out everything you need the night before your session.

 

It'll help everyone if no one has to run around looking for a shirt that fits, one that isn't wrinkled, or matching socks.

 

Moms…get ready before everyone else.

 

If you "put on your own oxygen mask" first, you'll be less stressed about helping everyone else. Get mostly ready, get the kids ready, then finish up with those last touches before you leave.

 

Adjust nap/snack time accordingly.

 

Try to set your little one up for a successful shoot by making sure they are well-fed and have napped early enough for you to get ready and be on time for your shoot. Sometimes a quick (neat) snack on the way ensures that they won't be hangry during photos.

 

Don't pack your day too tightly around photos.

 

If you pack your day too tight, you run the risk of people being cranky... and it's anyone's guess if that'll be the little ones, the grown ups, or both.

 

Be early.

Allow time for Seattle traffic, and finding parking. If you give yourself a good buffer, then you'll ensure you get your full session time. (For mini sessions, it's probably safe to park in the loading zones near the building entrance, but please don't park in the reserved spaces.)

The gorgeous weather that we’ve been having in Seattle has me dreaming of many more beach worthy days this coming spring/summer. It also reminded me of this great mini-session I had at Alki Beach in the fall.

I was lucky to work with this amazing mama in a former life. In that life, I was a senior account manager at a national telecom provider and Sarah was a strategic sales representative. We worked (at what seemed) endless hours on our accounts together. When I left in 2009 to have my daughter, I had a feeling that she wouldn’t be far behind me. I was right, and she had her son about a year after Carli was born. We both happily left the corporate telecom world to be full-time mamas and have barely given a glance back over our shoulders! I feel very lucky to have Sarah’s early support for my photography career, and we met at Alki Beach in West Seattle for some to commemorate R’s 2nd birthday with some family photos. I was especially excited when we lucked out on gorgeous weather in November… in Seattle. (Yes, this blog is for photos taken in November. There will be more OLD sessions posted too.) R was a fun-loving, typical, on-the-go boy, but we did manage to capture a few of his precious nose-scrunch smiles. So cute! I had fun chasing R around the beach and seeing how much he loved being there with his mommy and daddy.

Carli and I just recently had lunch with Sarah and R before they made their big move from Seattle to Boise. It is so bittersweet that they moved away and that is what finally got us together, but I am so happy that we did. Sarah and I are each expecting our second child, so we’re determined to keep in touch and be our own little support group to get through the next crazy chapter of motherhood. 🙂 I wish them the best of luck with their big move to Idaho, and can’t wait to meet their new little girl the next time they’re in town!

B family at Alki BeachB family at Alki Beach 2Toddler at Alki Beach

 

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    november 15, 16, & Dec 7mini sessions

    Beach Day! | West Seattle Family Photographer

    The gorgeous weather that we’ve been having in Seattle has me dreaming of many more beach worthy days this coming spring/summer. It also reminded me of this great mini-session I had at Alki Beach in the fall.

    I was lucky to work with this amazing mama in a former life. In that life, I was a senior account manager at a national telecom provider and Sarah was a strategic sales representative. We worked (at what seemed) endless hours on our accounts together. When I left in 2009 to have my daughter, I had a feeling that she wouldn’t be far behind me. I was right, and she had her son about a year after Carli was born. We both happily left the corporate telecom world to be full-time mamas and have barely given a glance back over our shoulders! I feel very lucky to have Sarah’s early support for my photography career, and we met at Alki Beach in West Seattle for some to commemorate R’s 2nd birthday with some family photos. I was especially excited when we lucked out on gorgeous weather in November… in Seattle. (Yes, this blog is for photos taken in November. There will be more OLD sessions posted too.) R was a fun-loving, typical, on-the-go boy, but we did manage to capture a few of his precious nose-scrunch smiles. So cute! I had fun chasing R around the beach and seeing how much he loved being there with his mommy and daddy.

    Carli and I just recently had lunch with Sarah and R before they made their big move from Seattle to Boise. It is so bittersweet that they moved away and that is what finally got us together, but I am so happy that we did. Sarah and I are each expecting our second child, so we’re determined to keep in touch and be our own little support group to get through the next crazy chapter of motherhood. 🙂 I wish them the best of luck with their big move to Idaho, and can’t wait to meet their new little girl the next time they’re in town!

    B family at Alki BeachB family at Alki Beach 2Toddler at Alki Beach

     

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