Fall and Christmas 2025 Mini Sessions in Greenville, SC

Fall and Christmas Mini Sessions Are Here!

Your family is growing and changing right before your eyes, and I know how easy it is to let these days slip by without pausing to capture them.

These Fall and Christmas Mini Sessions are for you, sweet mama. The one who keeps meaning to schedule photos but life gets busy. The one who can’t believe how quickly the kids are growing. The one who just wants a handful of beautiful, heartfelt photos to freeze this season in time.

You don’t need a full session right now. You just need something simple and stress-free. A moment to step in front of the camera, to feel beautiful, and to hold onto the way your little one squeezes your neck, the sparkle in your kids’ eyes, and the warmth of this season.

These mini sessions are quick, fun, and full of love. They are perfect for updating family photos, creating Christmas cards, or simply remembering this fleeting stage of life.

✨ And this year, I’m introducing VIDEO mini sessions ✨
If you’d love to capture both photos and video, you can book two back-to-back spots so we can create a highlight film along with your photos. It’s such a special way to relive these memories.

Spots are limited and always go quickly. Scroll down to see available times and book your session today. Let’s capture something beautiful together.

Meet your photographer

Hey sweet mama!
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Hi there! I’m so glad you’re here!

My name is Michelle. I’m an award-winning and internationally published Greenville, South Carolina photographer and videographer. I love photographing families, maternity sessions, and newborns.

I have had the absolute pleasure of photographing HUNDREDS of families (including many repeat clients over the years) in the last 10 years and have loved every second of it!

Ever since having my own babies, I have realized even more just how important family portraits are. They are only little for so long, and they change so quickly. It's so important to remember your family in the stage of life you are in right now. The fact that your little boy loves running barefoot, you can still carry two kids on your hips, or those sweet freckles and toothless grins.

I also know how hard it is to get in front of the camera as a mom. We are always the ones taking the photos. Invest in yourself and your family memories. Let me help you remember the love and connection your family has with each other.

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Silhouettes of a couple holding hands beneath the starry night sky and Milky Way.
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Videos

My cinematic highlight films bring your memories to life — capturing the laughter, the movement, and the love you can feel with your whole heart. If you're longing to relive the magic of these moments over and over again, a session video is the perfect way to hold them close forever.

What Your Mini Session Will Feel Like

Picture this: you arrive at your session and already feel at ease. No pressure, no stress, just a relaxed experience where you know your family can truly be themselves.

These aren’t the stiff, awkward photos you may have had in the past. This is about capturing your people the way you know and love them. Joyful, playful, connected, and full of heart.

We’ll start with the classic “everyone smiling at the camera” photo that grandparents adore and you’ll want framed in your home. Then we’ll ease into the natural, candid moments that really tell your family’s story. Before your session, you’ll have a chance to share what matters most to you in a short questionnaire, so I can highlight the little details and relationships you never want to forget.

Think snuggles, tickle fights, shoulder rides, and those in-between moments where your kids’ personalities shine through. Whether you have toddlers who are constantly on the move or a partner who’s not exactly excited about photos, I’ve got you. My sessions are designed for real families, the kind who want to capture love and connection, not perfection.

You’ll walk away with a gallery that feels full and complete. Photos that reflect your children’s personalities, the love you pour into them, and the sweetness of this season of life.

In just a few minutes, we’ll create something beautiful together. Memories you’ll treasure long after these days have passed.

Mini Sessions Include:

  • A 15 minute session

  • Date and location decided by photographer (book your time slot below)

  • Your choice of 6 high res, edited, digital images

    OR

    A 60 second highlight video

    PRO TIP: Book two mini sessions back to back to receive BOTH photos AND a video

✨ The Bonuses ✨

When you book your spring mini photo session with me, you don’t just get beautiful photos and sweet memories, you also get a completely stress-free experience. Here are the bonuses that you receive to make the whole process even more smooth:

Exclusive Access to My Client Closet

Save yourself the stress and expense of buying a new outfit that you’ll probably only wear once. After photographing families and postpartum mamas for a decade, I know what photographs well and what looks flattering in photos! I have an exclusive client closet full of over 50 dresses for mamas to use from in sizes XS-XL. I also have swaddles and outfits for babies up to 6 months!

You can see my full client closet with all of the dress options available for mamas to choose from here!

Outfit Planning Guide

All of my clients receive an outfit guide immediately upon booking! This helps you figure out how to coordinate all of the members of your family, so that you look cohesive without looking too matchy-matchy. Again, as your photographer, I know what photographs best, and I’m here to help you every step of the way! I also include links to all of my favorite places to shop for moms, dad, and kids!

Mini Session Prep Guide

Before your session, I send out a prep guide to help you handle the tricky details like getting your kids excited for the photos, how to handle bribes, and how to ensure a smooth and stress free experience!

What families are saying:

  • Michelle is an incredibly talented photographer! I have countless great things to say about her. She makes everyone feel comfortable. I was dreading having to fake smile the entire session but that was quickly eased by her candid photos and natural pose instructions. She's also extremely patient and understanding with little ones. Her editing style is just what we were looking for, and no one can beat her turn around time in receiving the photos. We have booked 3 sessions with her so far and cannot wait for the next! 10/10 recommend!

    ~Hadley

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  • We can't say enough good things about Michelle! She offers the highest value for her work, given the amazing quality of her photos and the price of her packages. Her turnaround time for delivering photos is truly unparalleled. She lives up to her promise of delivering photos quickly, as we got our photos back in 2 days! She spends personal time scouting out locations to make sure each shoot runs as smoothly as possible. We also appreciated her being flexible when we decided to change photo locations last minute. Not only is Michelle punctual and professional in person and via email, she is also incredibly personable and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. We absolutely LOVE all of photos she has already delivered to us and can't wait to have them printed. Michelle takes great care of her clients, and she was an absolute joy to work with!

    ~Elizabeth

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  • Michelle is so incredibly talented! She captured the most beautiful photos of our family, even as we were juggling three rambunctious littles and a grumpy infant… I was absolutely in awe of how wonderful all of our pictures turned out! In addition to just being super talented, Michelle went above and beyond with how helpful and responsive she is. Her outfit and location guides were great, and she had our pictures back to us insanely quickly. Best experience ever!

    ~Cassidy

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  • Michelle has taken our family photos multiple times now and she captures the most beautiful moments every time! We did an outdoor newborn session with my second baby and these are my favorite photos I’ve ever had done in my whole life!! She is so great with both posing and capturing natural moments and always creates priceless images I will treasure forever ❤️

    ~Rachel

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Still on the fence?

Check out a full mini session gallery here! I always recommend that you ask to see a full gallery from any photographer that you consider working with. Anyone can put a few great images on their website, but you want to make sure that you’ll LOVE the final product that you’ll receive!

Prefer a Full Family Session?

Or a Full Newborn Session?

BOOK A SUMMER or FALL MINI HERE

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September 20 Private Garden Mini Sessions

I’m so excited to offer these private garden fall mini sessions again this year! !

▸ These mini sessions will be held in Travelers Rest, SC

▸ Mini sessions will be 15 minutes, and can be used for family photos, motherhood photos, maternity photos, couples photos, or anyone else who would love some beautiful fall garden photos.

▸ 6 high res, edited, digital images are included with your session. Additional photos, prints, albums etc. are available as an add-on.

▸ Book two back to back minis to receive photos AND a highlight video!

$325

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September 27 Private Garden Mini Sessions

I’m so excited to offer these private garden fall mini sessions again this year!

▸ These mini sessions will be held in Travelers Rest, SC

▸ Mini sessions will be 15 minutes, and can be used for family photos, motherhood photos, maternity photos, couples photos, or anyone else who would love some beautiful fall garden photos.

▸ 6 high res, edited, digital images are included with your session. Additional photos, prints, albums etc. are available as an add-on.

▸ Book two back to back minis to receive photos AND a highlight video!

$325

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October 4 Open Field Mini Sessions

I’m so excited to offer Fall mini sessions again this year! This beautiful field is one of my most requested locations, and these sessions will take place at golden hour!

▸ These mini sessions will be held in Greenville, SC

▸ Mini sessions will be 15 minutes, and can be used for family photos, motherhood photos, maternity photos, couples photos, or anyone else who would love some beautiful fall garden photos.

▸ 6 high res, edited, digital images are included with your session. Additional photos, prints, albums etc. are available as an add-on.

▸ Book two back to back minis to receive photos AND a highlight video!

$350

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October 11 Open Field Mini Sessions

I’m so excited to offer Fall mini sessions again this year! This beautiful field is one of my most requested locations, and these sessions will take place at golden hour!

▸ These mini sessions will be held in Greenville, SC

▸ Mini sessions will be 15 minutes, and can be used for family photos, motherhood photos, maternity photos, couples photos, or anyone else who would love some beautiful fall garden photos.

▸ 6 high res, edited, digital images are included with your session. Additional photos, prints, albums etc. are available as an add-on.

▸ Book two back to back minis to receive photos AND a highlight video!

$350

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October 18 Furman Mini Sessions

I’m so excited to offer Fall mini sessions again this year at one of my all time favorite locations!

▸ These mini sessions will be held in Greenville, SC

▸ Mini sessions will be 15 minutes, and can be used for family photos, motherhood photos, maternity photos, couples photos, or anyone else who would love some beautiful fall garden photos.

▸ 6 high res, edited, digital images are included with your session. Additional photos, prints, albums etc. are available as an add-on.

▸ Book two back to back minis to receive photos AND a highlight video!

$350

Book Your Session!

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October 25 Furman Mini Sessions

I’m so excited to offer Fall mini sessions again this year at one of my all time favorite locations!

▸ These mini sessions will be held in Greenville, SC

▸ Mini sessions will be 15 minutes, and can be used for family photos, motherhood photos, maternity photos, couples photos, or anyone else who would love some beautiful fall garden photos.

▸ 6 high res, edited, digital images are included with your session. Additional photos, prints, albums etc. are available as an add-on.

▸ Book two back to back minis to receive photos AND a highlight video!

$350

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November 1 Paris Mountain Mini Sessions

I’m so excited to offer Fall mini sessions again this year at one of my all time favorite locations!

▸ These mini sessions will be held in Greenville, SC

▸ Mini sessions will be 15 minutes, and can be used for family photos, motherhood photos, maternity photos, couples photos, or anyone else who would love some beautiful fall garden photos.

▸ 6 high res, edited, digital images are included with your session. Additional photos, prints, albums etc. are available as an add-on.

▸ Book two back to back minis to receive photos AND a highlight video!

$350

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November 8 Studio Christmas Mini Sessions

I’m so excited to offer Christmas mini sessions again this year!

▸ These mini sessions will be held in Taylors, SC

▸ Mini sessions will be 15 minutes, and can be used for family photos, motherhood photos, maternity photos, couples photos, or anyone else who would love some beautiful fall garden photos.

▸ 6 high res, edited, digital images are included with your session. Additional photos, prints, albums etc. are available as an add-on.

▸ Book two back to back minis to receive photos AND a highlight video!

$350

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November 9 Paris Mountain Mini Sessions

I’m so excited to offer Fall mini sessions again this year at one of my all time favorite locations!

▸ These mini sessions will be held in Greenville, SC

▸ Mini sessions will be 15 minutes, and can be used for family photos, motherhood photos, maternity photos, couples photos, or anyone else who would love some beautiful fall garden photos.

▸ 6 high res, edited, digital images are included with your session. Additional photos, prints, albums etc. are available as an add-on.

▸ Book two back to back minis to receive photos AND a highlight video!

$350

Book Your Session!

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November 15 Studio Christmas Mini Sessions

I’m so excited to offer Christmas mini sessions again this year!

▸ These mini sessions will be held in Taylors, SC

▸ Mini sessions will be 15 minutes, and can be used for family photos, motherhood photos, maternity photos, couples photos, or anyone else who would love some beautiful fall garden photos.

▸ 6 high res, edited, digital images are included with your session. Additional photos, prints, albums etc. are available as an add-on.

▸ Book two back to back minis to receive photos AND a highlight video!

$350

Book Your Session!

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November 22 Studio Christmas Mini Sessions

I’m so excited to offer Christmas mini sessions again this year!

▸ These mini sessions will be held in Taylors, SC

▸ Mini sessions will be 15 minutes, and can be used for family photos, motherhood photos, maternity photos, couples photos, or anyone else who would love some beautiful fall garden photos.

▸ 6 high res, edited, digital images are included with your session. Additional photos, prints, albums etc. are available as an add-on.

▸ Book two back to back minis to receive photos AND a highlight video!

$350

Book Your Session!

So how does the booking process work?

  1. Choose your mini session date.

  2. Choose your time.

  3. Agree to the Terms and Pay.

  4. Yay! You’re officially booked!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can we purchase more photos than our package comes with?

Yes! I send over your gallery with all of your photos for you to choose from! If you would like to purchase more photos than your package comes with, additional downloads are $25 per photo or $250 for the full gallery (usually 50-200 photos).

How Does the Booking Process Work?

As soon as you are ready, you can book your date and time by clicking here. Choose your date and time on my calendar, agree to the terms, and pay your session fee to officially book!

Out of fairness to all of my clients, I cannot hold a date for any reason without payment and an official booking.

What if we are awkward in front of the camera?

PLEASE don't worry about this at all! Almost everyone says this! It's my job as your photographer to help you feel relaxed and natural, so that you look your best. You don't have to come up with any poses or ideas. That's my job! Of course, if there are specific things you want, I'm happy to capture those for you as well!

What is your turn around time?

I always have your gallery back to you within 1-2 weeks!

What is a family session with you like?

First, I start with those important looking and smiling photos and break down the family unit into different combinations, making sure to capture any special request photos for you. Then, the rest of the session is all about playing. Moms, kids, and even dads have SO much fun during my family sessions. The dads always tell me at the end of the session that they are surprised at how much they loved it. My goal is to use fun prompts to create authentic family moments. I love candid photos filled with genuine connection. Your family will think of this session as a really fun family memory where they all got to play and love on each other. Then, I end with one last looking and smiling photo. I aim to create a gallery filled with tons of variety for you to choose from!

What can mini sessions be used for?

You can use a mini session for any type of session! From family to headshots to seniors to maternity to newborn!

I'm ready to book!

Yay! I can't wait to work with you and your family!! Click here to book!

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Thank You!

I am so thankful that you have considered me to capture sweet memories for your family! Let’s hang out over on social media!  

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