What are Mini Photography Sessions

Mini Sessions... Like a Full Session, Just Smaller

Mini Sessions are exactly what they sound like—shorter versions of my full photography sessions, packed with all the love, laughter, snuggles, and connection you’d expect from a full family session. They’re designed to be quick, easy, and full of heart. Each session lasts about 15–20 minutes and takes place on a specific day. They are an excellent option for families who want to capture moments without committing to a lengthy session. You simply reserve your time slot, show up, and soon after, receive a beautiful gallery of professionally edited images to cherish.

Why Choose Mini Sessions?

One of the primary reasons to opt for mini sessions is their accessibility. I schedule all mini sessions on one specific day and allowing me to work efficiently while giving each family the same care and attention you'd expect from a full session. I love creating lasting memories. Each session is a wonderful opportunity to seize genuine moments between family members and have those memories encapsulated through beautifully edited images. I'll always announce available dates through my social media and email list, so be sure to follow and subscribe—these sessions are limited and tend to book quickly!

What Types of Mini Sessions Do I Offer?

I usually offer at least four different types of Mini Sessions throughout the year:

• Spring: Mom Sessions and Spring is in Bloom Mini Sessions

• Late Summer/Fall: Personality Mini Sessions—perfect for capturing your child’s unique spirit as the new school starts and kids get back into their regular school schedule. Hopefully not too hectic but ready to celebrate and appreciate the prospect of another school year!!

• Fall into Winter: Family Mini Sessions and Holiday Mini Sessions—ideal for holiday cards and updated family portraits. In the Fall, I am super excited because there's a whole lot of special occasions, celebrating, and holidaying going on!!! 🙂🎉

Plus, Plus, I’m especially excited for fall—it’s full of cozy moments, celebrations, and festive vibes! 🎉

How Do Mini Sessions Work?

Scheduling a mini session is straightforward and convenient. I offer these mini sessions on specific days throughout the year, allowing you to reserve a time slot that works for you. Once you've booked your session, all you need to do is show up at the designated location, and I will take care of the rest! After your session, you can expect to receive a beautiful gallery of professionally edited images that you can cherish for years to come. This arrangement not only makes the process simple but also ensures that you can focus on what matters most—enjoying the moment with your loved ones.

So there you have it!! Mini sessions are a fantastic way to capture the essence of your family in a shorter timeframe. Whether you want to document milestones or simply cherish everyday moments, these sessions are a valuable photography option. Consider booking a mini session with ME!!! Beautiful Awesome Moments (BAM) the next time you want to create beautiful memories. You can enjoy the sweet taste and special experience of a photography session. It will be joyful because that it what I would love for you to have as your takeaway!!!

Make sure you’re following along on Instagram and signed up for my email list so you’ll be the first to know when Mini Session dates are released. These spots go fast, and I’d love to photograph your beautiful family!

Sonia Greenaway Mickle is a senior photographer and portrait photographer based out of Fort Washington Maryland and Northern Virginia and serves the Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia area. Her goal is to bring out every senior’s personality in their images and she's dedicated to making sure that every senior session is unique and different so that you enjoy your images that reflect you and only you, know that you're special and valued, and experience a fun time. Sonia is now booking the Class of 2026 students for senior sessions, as well as family and portrait sessions.