The Complete Guide to Fall 2026 through Spring 2027 Family, Holiday & Children’s Mini Sessions!
I’m thrilled to officially announce that the Holy City Babies & Holy City Families‘ Fall 2026–Spring 2027 Mini Session Calendar is officially open for booking Charleston Mini Sessions!
From warm summer evenings on the beach to crisp fall family portraits, magical Christmas sessions, elegant Motherhood portraits, sweet Easter sessions, and timeless Heirloom or Personality Portraits, your family’s portrait calendar is now open through Spring 2027!
If you’ve been meaning to update your family portraits this year, now is the perfect time to reserve your favorite session (or two!) before dates fill! (There’s a limited number of sessions released for each event!)
Sunset Beach Mini Sessions | Now Available Through August 31
Because Summer isn’t over just yet!
These sessions have been so popular, I’ve added Wednesday evenings availability through August 31 for families who still want those dreamy sunset portraits on the beach!
Golden light, warm ocean breezes, barefoot children running through the sand, and Charleston’s beautiful coastline create a timeless setting that’s impossible to replicate anywhere else.
These sessions are ideal for:
- Family Portraits
- Vacationing Families
- Maternity Portraits
- Couples
- Anniversary Portraits
- Milestone Sessions for Babies, Toddlers, Children & Teens
Whether you’re visiting Charleston from out of town or call the Lowcountry home, summer beach portraits are a beautiful way to remember this season of life.
Reserve your Summer Sunset Beach Mini Session here: Summer Beach Minis
And the excitement doesn’t stop there!
Why Charleston Families Love Mini Sessions
Life with children moves incredibly fast.
One day you’re bringing home your newborn from the hospital. Before you know it, they’re celebrating their first birthday, heading off to kindergarten, losing their first tooth, and growing into teenagers.
Between careers, practices, games, appointments, and the everyday pace of raising a family – time moves quickly, and the seasons change before we even realize it…
Your portraits should reflect this chapter of life with care, artistry, and meaning. These Mini sessions create an opportunity to intentionally pause and preserve this season before it becomes a nostalgic memory.
They’re perfect for:
- Annual Family Portraits
- Holiday Cards
- Milestone Portraits for Growing Babies
- Maternity Portraits
- Motherhood Portraits
- Children’s Milestone Portraits
- Grandparent Gifts
- Updated Wall Galleries
- Families with Busy Schedules
Mini sessions are shorter than full portrait experiences while still delivering beautiful, professionally guided imagery that will become part of your family’s story for generations.
Fall Family Mini Sessions
Every year, fall quickly becomes one of my busiest portrait seasons…
Charleston’s cooler evenings, beautiful golden light, and holiday excitement make autumn the perfect time to update your family portraits before the busy holiday season begins!
Fall sessions are wonderful for:
- Holiday cards
- Annual Family Portraits
- Pregnancy Announcements
- Maternity Portraits
- Updated Wall Galleries
- Families with Busy Schedules
If you’ve waited until October in previous years, you already know these sessions disappear quickly.
Reserve your Fall Family Mini Session: Fall Mini Sessions in Charleston
Christmas Mini Sessions
Christmas is one of my favorite times of year and this year, we have THREE ways to Celebrate the season!
Beginning with Studio Holiday Mini Sessions at my Avondale Portrait Studio (Holy City Babies – 1020 Savannah Hwy). In October, the studio will be totally transformed, featuring TWO Holiday Mini Sessions sets for you to choose from!
This year’s set designs continues my signature style:
- Clean
- Bright
- Modern
- Elegant
- Timeless
Rather than creating trendy holiday images that feel dated in a few years, I intentionally design every Christmas set to feel refined and classic, ensuring your portraits remain beautiful for decades.
Whether you’re creating holiday cards or updating your annual family portraits, Christmas Mini Sessions have become a cherished tradition for so many Charleston families.
SANTA’S COMING!!!! A Santa Experience Unlike Any Other.
On November 15th, we’re delighted to welcome The Bluffton Santa back to the Holy City Babies Studio for one magical day of Christmas memories. With his real, white beard, luxurious Victorian-inspired suit, and warm, gentle spirit, he is everything children imagine Santa Claus to be—and everything parents hope for! Last year, I literally looked back during one session to see parents embracing and crying at the site of just how special the experience was for their children!
Unlike traditional Santa mini sessions, we don’t believe in rushing children through a long line for a quick photo. Instead, each family enjoys an unhurried, private experience where children are given the time to truly connect with Santa. Whether they’re shy, wide-eyed with wonder, or bursting with excitement, we allow the magic to unfold naturally.
Your child won’t simply sit on Santa’s lap and smile for the camera. They’ll spend meaningful time with him—sharing stories, checking the Nice List, reading a Christmas book together, painting a wooden toy, talking about their Christmas wishes, and receiving a special gift from Santa himself. The result is a collection of genuine, joy-filled moments that preserve the wonder of childhood and the magic of believing.
These aren’t just Santa portraits—they’re the kind of heirloom Christmas memories your family will treasure long after the toys have been forgotten!
Downtown Charleston Holiday Mini Sessions
Experience the magic of the holidays in the heart of Charleston with timeless portraits set against the city’s historic streets, charming architecture, and festive seasonal décor. These Downtown Charleston Holiday Mini Sessions are perfect for families, couples, and children who want elegant, natural holiday portraits with an unmistakably Charleston feel. Beautifully styled and effortlessly classic, these images are perfect for holiday cards, gifts, and preserving this season for years to come.
Reserve your Holiday Mini Session:
Studio Holiday Mini Sessions (November 1 – December 10th): BOOK NOW
Santa Experience (November 15th / one day only / 10 spots only): BOOK NOW
Downtown Charleston Holiday Mini Sessions (December 4th – 6th): BOOK NOW
Ring in 2027 with a Full Season of Mini Sessions
The excitement doesn’t end with the holidays! As we welcome 2027, we’ll kick off a full lineup of thoughtfully designed mini sessions to help you preserve every season of your family’s story.
Our first event of the new year is Personality Portrait Mini Sessions on January 13, featuring timeless black-and-white portraits that celebrate your child’s unique expressions and personality.
On January 30, join us for Valentine’s Mini Sessions—perfect for personalized Valentine’s cards, updated milestone portraits for babies, siblings, and sweet seasonal images.
Traditional Southern Heirloom Mini Sessions return on February 21, offering the opportunity to create those classic, southern Heirloom Portraits you love at special mini session pricing.
As Charleston begins to bloom, our Spring Mini Sessions will take place March 19–31 beneath the city’s iconic azaleas…
Rounding out our spring lineup — one of our most beloved annual events—Easter Mini Sessions on March 13, featuring live baby bunnies and fluffy chicks in a timeless studio setting.
Whether you’re documenting your growing family, celebrating a milestone, or simply making an annual tradition of professional portraits, there’s a beautiful mini session waiting for you throughout every season with Holy City Families and at Holy City Babies Portrait Studio! 🫶🏻
Serving Families Throughout Charleston & the Lowcountry
My Charleston Portrait Studio is located in the Avondale Neighborhood at 1020 Savannah Hwy and proudly serves families throughout the Lowcountry, including:
- Mount Pleasant
- Daniel Island
- West Ashley
- James Island
- Johns Island
- Sullivan’s Island
- Isle of Palms
- Kiawah Island
- Seabrook Island
- North Charleston
- Hanahan
- Goose Creek
- Summerville
- Moncks Corner
I also photograph many families vacationing in Charleston who want to preserve their beach vacation with professional portraits while they’re visiting our beautiful coast!
Why Families Return Year After Year
I’ve been photographing families professionally for more than 17 years, and one of the greatest privileges of my career has been watching children grow up in front of my camera.
Many of the babies I photographed as newborns are now in college! Families who first found me while expecting their first baby now return every year for milestone portraits, family sessions, beach portraits, and holiday traditions.
There is no greater compliment than being trusted to preserve your family’s story year after year. 🫶🏻
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I book my Charleston mini session?
Now! Just kidding – the earlier, the better. Fall and Christmas sessions typically sell out well in advance, and many families reserve their spots months before the session date.
Are mini sessions good for toddlers?
Absolutely. Mini sessions are intentionally designed for young children, keeping the experience fun, efficient, and relaxed while creating a beautiful gallery of images.
Can we use the images for holiday cards?
Yes! Many families book Fall or Christmas Mini Sessions specifically for holiday cards and gifts.
Do you help with wardrobe?
Absolutely. Every family receives expert wardrobe guidance to help them to create timeless, cohesive portraits.
Reserve Your Charleston Mini Session
Whether you’re documenting your baby’s first year, celebrating motherhood, updating your annual family portraits, or beginning a new tradition with your children, I’d be honored to create artwork your family will treasure for generations.
The 2026–Spring 2027 Mini Session Calendar is now open, and many of these events have limited availability.
Browse the complete collection and reserve your session today:
- Summer Sunset Beach Mini Sessions BOOK NOW
- Fall Family Mini Sessions BOOK NOW
- Studio Holiday Mini Sessions BOOK NOW
- 2027 Santa Experience BOOK NOW
- Downtown Charleston Holiday Sessions BOOK NOW
- Personality Portrait Mini Sessions BOOK NOW
- Valentine’s Mini Sessions BOOK NOW
- Heirloom Portrait Mini Sessions BOOK NOW
- Spring Mini Sessions BOOK NOW
- Easter Mini Sessions BOOK NOW
I can’t wait to welcome your family and help you to preserve this beautiful season of your lives! 🫶🏻