2024 



christmas studio Mini Sessions 

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November 8 - 11, 2024


Where: Ellicott City, Maryland 
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When: Friday, November 8th - Monday, November 11th 2024








 






2024

All the Details

Christmas  studio Mini Sessions 


SPECIAL:
FOREST GREEN VELVET MATTED ALBUM
with blind embossing of a wreath and a letter of your choice on the cover: $700 + tax. Album size: 6x8" with print size at 4x6" - Includes 8 images of your choice



A signed contract and non-refundable session fee is due in full to book.  A Contract and invoice will be emailed for your signature and payment.
 

COLLECTION 1: After the session, additional digital files for download are $50 each, 3 for $100, or add entire gallery for $250 + tax. The full gallery upgrade for Collection 1 comes with 1 magical light image overlay.


PRINT OPTIONS for COLLECTION 1 & 2
You can order 2.5"x3" prints from your gallery to fit your ornament frame. There is also a special print package in the gallery if you'd like to order this size print, and a few other gift print sizes to give to family for the holidays.




* 20+ digital images for download

* Ornament frame 

* 25 complimentary holiday cards with envelopes 

* 1 Magical Light Image Overlay

* 20 minute session

$795 + tax


* 4 digital images for download

* Ornament frame 

* 10 minute session

$395 + tax


COLLEcTION 2

COLLEcTION 1


Frequently Asked Questions:

 Which Collection should we book?
 Most clients will be fine with Collection 1. You have the option to purchase more images or the entire gallery of images after the session.
If your children are shy or take time to warm up to having photos taken, and you want a more relaxed, slower-paced session, then I would recommend Collection 2. Collection 2 is also great for those who would just enjoy a longer photo session experience and holiday cards, or have more than 3 young children. Holiday cards can also be purchased a la carte in all galleries for both Collections.

 What should we wear?
Suggestions on what to wear, with links on where to shop will be included in your online planning guide after you book. But, the short answer is, your nice holiday attire will be perfect with this year's set.

How many images are in the online gallery?
Collection 1 will have a minimum of 10 images from which to choose your 4 included images in the gallery. You can purchase more than 4 after the session. Collection 2 will have a minimum of 20 images and all of them can be downloaded.

What does the Forest Green Velvet Matted Album look like?
Velvet album samples will be available to view in the studio.

What is a Magical Light Overlay?
A magical light overlay is a special layer created by hand in Photoshop to enhance an image. An overlay is usually transparent at the edges or in between the components of the design and nicely integrated into a photo. Each client who receives an overlay will have a different look to it based on the photo they choose.  In most cases, a glowy or sparkly light will be added to create a special detail in the photo.  See example from 2023 below.

How do we order holiday cards with envelopes?
In your online gallery, choose from many different beautiful card designs and select the images you want included on your card. The colors, fonts, and text are customizable. Cards come in sets of 25 and will ship directly to you. If you purchase Collection 2, you will receive a coupon code for your complimentary set of 25 cards.

What will the gift be?
The gift will vary depending on the child's age. The gifts will fit in with the colors of the set and look nice in photos.










Example of a snow overlay and a light overlay on the snowglobe from 2023 holiday minis

Suggested wear: dressy clothes and nice shoes. The set is mostly made up of neutral colors, gray, white, silver, and gold, therefore, any color of your choice would look nice in the set. I always recommend wearing neutral colors such as white, ivory, silver, champagne, or gold if you want a softer look to your photos. Emerald green will also look great in this set. Since red is a Christmas color,  I would avoid bright red and aim for more of a berry or classic shade of red.  In most cases, traditional holiday dresses should pair well with the set.


Avoid sports sneakers, but converse style on little kids is cute and can be paired with dressy casual outfits. I have a collection of dress shoes (girls and boys) in the client closet, so please ask me to borrow if you need something for your child.  I just might have their size! 

Please note:
The set is designed for families with younger children in mind, but all ages are welcome! The set size can accommodate families of 6 or less people. The loveseat can comfortably sit 2 adults and 2 small children with 1 or 2 young children on laps. The set size will not accommodate more than 2 adults. Pets are not permitted in the studio.

 Family photos are optional.  You can choose to have children only, photos instead.




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                                                                                          During your Session
Thank you for your interest in Rebecca Leigh Photography! Holiday Studio Mini Sessions are a great option for families of 6 or less.  You may be looking for unique and special images for your Christmas cards this year.  Or maybe you want to have some holiday time photos of your children and family to keep in your memory.  If you have toddlers, keep in mind that they are usually more interested in moving, and don't often sit still for portraits.  However, I am hoping with this interactive theme this year, I might appeal to their interests because making art is fun for all ages!  
                                                                                           Before your Session 
Children should arrive in pajamas, or whatever outfit they will be wearing for the scene 2 photos.  I recommend arriving about 5 minutes before your scheduled session time and you are welcome to park in my driveway and ring the doorbell.  I'll have a sign on the porch so you know you are in the right place!  My studio is in my home, so you might be greeted by my daughter at the door.  She loves being my assistant.  The session length is 10 minutes and I have 5 minutes in between clients as a buffer.   Coordinate your outfits for the best overall look in your portraits. Outfits do not have to match, but should look nice together.  See more details in What to Wear in Family Photos below.  View Style Collections by Rebecca Leigh Photography, to get some ideas.  Also, you can google the topic on what to wear for family photos.  If you will be using these images for holiday cards, incorporating some holiday colors into your outfits always adds some festivity to your images.  If you dress the family in neutral colors, like creams, beige, tans, grays, and other earth tones, you can also add a pop of Christmas colors in small amounts, in the form of scarf or necklace for example.

                                                                                            After your Session 
Your online, password-protected gallery will be ready within 2-3 days post session. I know many of you will be using the images for holiday cards, so my goal is to return the galleries as quickly as possible.   You will have the option to purchase more digital files for $20 each, as well as professional prints and products. 

Holiday studio Mini Sessions 

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Where should I buy holiday pajamas?  Some suggestions are Kohls, Old Navy, Target, Carters, Macy's, Children's Place, Gap, Nordstrom, and Etsy.com.  Do I need socks?  Nope, unless you want Christmas socks or slippers, bare feet are just fine.