Limited-edition portrait sessions throughout Orange County—and select travel destinations
Orange County Mini Sessions
Limited-edition portrait experiences in beautiful locations throughout Orange County – and occasionally beyond.
Throughout the year, I offer a carefully curated collection of mini sessions for families, couples, children, pets and horses. Most take place in favorite Orange County locations, from the beaches of Laguna and Newport to scenic parks and equestrian settings. When my travels take me beyond Southern California, you’ll also find a limited number of sessions in destinations such as Utah, Arizona and Missouri.
Mini sessions are perfect for families, couples, pet parents or horse owners who want beautiful, updated portraits without needing a fully customized session. Offered on select dates at carefully chosen locations, these shorter, streamlined experiences are ideal for holiday cards, seasonal milestones, growing children—or simply making sure you’re in the photographs, too. You’ll receive the same thoughtful guidance and artistry in a concentrated format, with a smaller image collection and limited flexibility in timing and location. If you’d prefer more time, multiple groupings or outfits, a location selected around your story, and a more personalized experience, a Signature or Bespoke session may be the better fit.
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SEPTEMBER 25 -NOVEMBER 21, 2026
Only 5 spots per date
Cowboy Christmas Limited Edition Session
Saddle up for a little holiday magic! Cowboy Christmas mini sessions combine festive western charm, beautiful horses and a rustic setting for Christmas portraits that feel warm, playful and wonderfully unique.
Perfect for families, children, couples and horse lovers, these limited-edition Orange County holiday mini sessions are a memorable alternative to traditional Christmas photos. No horse experience is necessary—just bring your boots, your holiday spirit and your best smiles!
Session location is in Laguna Hills, CA.
September 25 & November 21, 2026
Corona del Mar Limited-Edition Portrait Sessions
Soft sand, rocky cliffs and glowing coastal light make Little Corona Beach mini sessions a beautiful setting for relaxed, timeless portraits. Tucked into Corona del Mar, this scenic cove offers quintessential Orange County beach photos with a little extra magic.
These limited-edition beach mini sessions are perfect for families, couples, children or anyone ready to update their portraits by the sea. Come prepared to laugh, snuggle and perhaps get your toes a little sandy!
Please note: Little Corona Beach is reached by a long, sloped ramp, followed by sandy and uneven terrain. Although the access ramp is wheelchair accessible, the distance and incline may be challenging for guests with mobility limitations—please contact me before booking if you have accessibility concerns.
September 26, 2026
Laguna Beach Limited Edition Mini Session
Laguna Beach mini sessions pair breathtaking coastal scenery with a relaxed, fully guided portrait experience. With its dramatic cliffs, sandy coves and beautiful golden light, Laguna Beach creates a timeless setting for family portraits, couples, children and meaningful milestones.
The exact beach will be thoughtfully selected closer to the session date based on tides, shoreline conditions and where the coast is looking its best. Simply arrive ready to enjoy one another—I’ll guide you through the rest and create natural, connected photographs filled with movement, warmth and genuine emotion.
October 24, 2026
Irvine Regional Park Limited-Edition Sessions
Towering trees, rustic trails and soft golden light make Irvine Regional Park mini sessions a beautiful choice for relaxed, nature-filled portraits. Located in Orange, California, this beloved park offers a timeless setting that feels warm, peaceful and distinctly Orange County.
Perfect for families, couples, children and holiday portraits, these limited-edition sessions are designed to be easy and enjoyable. I’ll guide you throughout the experience while capturing genuine expressions, playful moments and the connections you share.
November 7, 2026
QUESTIONS?
Wondering what to expect from your mini session? Find answers below about who can participate, choosing and receiving your images, preparing for your session and deciding which portrait experience is right for you.
Vanessa Kay is INCREDIBLE! She made myself and my family feel so comfortable during our shoot and really captured us just being us.
-janene falsone
THE DETAILS
CHOOSE YOUR COLLECTION
Every mini-session collection includes thoughtful preparation, a relaxed and fully guided portrait experience, and beautifully retouched photographs. Simply choose the collection with the number of images and artwork credit that best fits what you’d love to take home.
Collection pricing below applies to beach and park mini sessions. Cowboy Christmas features separate equine-session collections beginning at $299.
PETITE
$199
Perfect when you simply need a couple of beautiful new portraits—perhaps an updated family photograph, a holiday-card favorite or a meaningful gift.
20 MINUTE SESSION
Enjoy a relaxed 20-minute portrait session with gentle direction throughout. I’ll help with posing, connection and natural interactions so you never have to wonder what to do.
2 DIGITAL FILES
Your choice of 2 professionally edited, full-resolution digital images with personal printing rights.
SESSION PREP GUIDE
You’ll receive a detailed portrait session guide with wardrobe inspiration, preparation tips and everything you need to arrive feeling confident. Before your session, I’ll also send exact directions, parking information and a Google Maps pin for our meeting location.
MOST POPULAR
KEEPSAKE
$499
Designed for those who want more variety, more moments and the opportunity to turn a favorite image into something tangible.
20 MINUTE SESSION
Enjoy a relaxed 20-minute portrait session with gentle direction throughout. I’ll help with posing, connection and natural interactions so you never have to wonder what to do.
7 DIGITAL FILES
Your choice of 7 professionally edited, full-resolution digital images with personal printing rights.
$100 ARTWORK CREDIT
Can go toward holiday cards, gift prints or artwork.
SESSION PREP GUIDE
You’ll receive a detailed portrait session guide with wardrobe inspiration, preparation tips and everything you need to arrive feeling confident. Before your session, I’ll also send exact directions, parking information and a Google Maps pin for our meeting location.
HEIRLOOM
$799
The most complete mini-session collection, perfect when you want a fuller visual story and beautiful finished pieces to enjoy beyond the screen.
20 MINUTE SESSION
Enjoy a relaxed 20-minute portrait session with gentle direction throughout. I’ll help with posing, connection and natural interactions so you never have to wonder what to do.
15 DIGITAL FILES
Your choice of 15 professionally edited, full-resolution digital images with personal printing rights.
$300 ARTWORK CREDIT
Can go toward holiday cards, gift prints or artwork.
SESSION PREP GUIDE
You’ll receive a detailed portrait session guide with wardrobe inspiration, preparation tips and everything you need to arrive feeling confident. Before your session, I’ll also send exact directions, parking information and a Google Maps pin for our meeting location.
LOOKING FOR SOMETHING MORE PERSONALIZED?
If you’d love more time, multiple outfits or groupings, a location chosen especially for you, or a session built around your family’s unique story, a Signature or Bespoke portrait session may be the perfect fit.
