outdoor FALL mini sessions 2025
upcoming mini sessions
reserve your spot!
Need some updated family photos but don't want to commit to a full session? I've got you covered! This year I am offering a few days of outdoor fall mini sessions at locations all aorund the city. These photos are perfect for any type of session! Pregnancy announcement, maternity, family, mama + me, whatever season your family is in! We'll be sure to get a mix of traditional and candid photos in your session, all of which will be so special to look back on. Since I've got mini sessions in a few different locations this year, scroll through all the options below then fill out the contact form telling me which day/time you would like! Time slots will be updated as they are taken!
MINI SESSIONS INCLUDE:
20 minute session
ALL images from session
access to my client wardrobe
three week turnaround
$400 +tax
If you'd like to reserve a spot for your family, simply fill out my contact form by clicking the link below and I'll send over a contract and an invoice with a $75 deposit. All set after that!!
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12TH
Frick Park11AM 11:30AM 12PM 12:30PM
Frick Park is a great location with a wooded environment with natural and stone features all around. The perfect setting for fall photos :)
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12th
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19TH
Robin Hill Park3:15PM 3:45PM 4:15PM 4:45PM 5:15PM 5:45PM
Robin Hill Park is a versatile park in Coraopolis featuring a stunning old home on the grounds, as well as natural areas all around. A great location if you are wanting to wear more formal outfits for holiday cards! But also a great location for casual looks, as well :) It has it all!
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19th
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1ST
Washington’s Landing2PM 2:30PM 3PM 3:30PM 4PM 4:30PM 5PM
Washington's Landing is a downtown island right near the north shore. Its a fun location with a river view, stone elements, grassy fields, and lots for kids to explore!
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1ST
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH
Fern Hollow Nature Center
SOLD OUT2:45PM 3:15PM 3:45PM 4:15PM
Fern Hollow is a nature area in Sewickley. I chose this location for a later fall date because the tall grasses turn golden and its a really pretty backdrop for fall photos!
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8th
After your session, you will have the option to purchase an albums and prints. My style of photography lends itself very well to an album display, and I know that you will cherish it forever.
For mini sessions, I create an 8x8 heirloom album (thick pages, flat-lay design) that includes fifteen images from your session. You will get to choose the album covering from a curated selection of materials, including linen, distressed leather, and suede options.
These albums are $295+tax. I will show you a sample during the session, so no need to commit right away!
HEIRLOOM ALBUMS
I am very proud of my growing client wardrobe and love when my mini session clients take advantage of it! I have a variety of dresses in different styles and sizes, flattering for both expecting and non-expecting women. Take a look at the current selection HERE and make sure to let me know if you would like to wear something for your session! There is no additional charge to use any of the pieces.
I also have a small selection of children's items! So if you are interested in that option, let me know and I'll see what I have since I don't have a webpage for that, yet!
ACCESS TO MY CLIENT WARDROBE
During your session, you'll receive a great mix of traditional, posed photos, as well as detail oriented and candid images. I love capturing the small, subtle details of family bonds, and that will show through my photos.
That being said, make sure you are happy with how your nails are looking for the session :) I take a lot of hand-holding photos and I don't want you to regret major chipped nails on the day of the shoot! No need to be polished, but just make sure you are happy with how they look!
I LOVE THE TINY DETAILS
With Mini Sessions, I always try to be 100% timely! However, us mamas know that life never goes 100% as planned. We are at the will of our sweet babies, who have no regard for time - haha! The majority of my clients are families with young babies and toddlers, which means that there are sometimes delays. You cannot plan for an ill-timed diaper disaster or a super fussy baby that just needs to eat for a few minutes.
For this reason, I just want to ask everyone to have patience, and know that it will all work out in the end and everyone will have beautiful images to look back on!
life happens!
"Julie is an absolute gem to work with. She has done a few photoshoots for my family and I am so happy and impressed every time. Not only is Julie so kind and easy to work with, but her photos are incredible and her ability to freeze a moment in time in a way you want to remember it is incredible. Thank you julie for all your time, hard work and beautiful craft!"
"Julie has become our family photographer for all our milestones. Most recently we had a full newborn lifestyle session and she brought some beautiful outfits with her to try out. The photos and images are beautiful, natural, representative of the beautiful of daily life. For young kids I can't recommend enough the mini sessions! Thank you Julie!"
"I had my first mommy + me session (I say first because I plan on doing more) with Julie and I cannot even begin to put into words how incredibly grateful I feel to have been on the other side of her camera. Not only did our pictures turn out absolutely beautiful, she made me, a 2 month postpartum mom who is a little self conscious about her body, feel so relaxed and comfortable with having my picture taken. I love how candid they are and how much love they show that I have for my son and I already can’t wait to schedule my next session with her!"
"Julie was a dream to work with. She went above and beyond for us. She found us a dreamy location and had blankets ready when it was chillier than expected for a beginning of May shoot. She captured some wonderful photos and me and my two little ones, which can be no easy feat! She even worked around my 1-year-old melting down at the end of our shoot and was so understanding that moods can change quickly with the little ones. Thanks, Julie!"
Julie was so wonderful to work with throughout the entire process. She sends information to help you prepare for your session, down to the last detail. She was a magician with my grumpy toddler and got a great range of photos that we will cherish. She’s so talented and friendly—you won’t regret working with her!
