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There’s nothing like the combination of Christmas and children.  It’s nothing short of magical seeing the world through their eyes at that time of the year. Do you remember when you first met Santa?

Magical Sets

When I dream up what these sessions will be like I always try to make sure everything is perfect, so the experience is incredible for the kids. I approach the scene with a different look every year to make it fun and fresh. I consider every single prop and placement of the decorations.

For the kids, this is more than a photo session!  They get cookies and a gift from the jolly old elf himself! I know that for many of them, this is going to be their first memory of meeting Santa and that’s really special to me.

Cozy in their jammies or dressed in their Christmas best, they get to sit with Santa and talk about their year, what Christmas means to them, and of course, what they hope will be left under the tree.

This is so much fun for the kids and so peaceful and wonderous. Not at all like standing in a line in the mall and being put in a stranger’s lap!

Christmas Storybooks

This was the first year that I made the Christmas Storybooks, and they were a huge hit!  I’ll definitely be doing those again because everyone thought they made the perfect Christmas present.

This year, I wanted a nighttime scene to give a sense of quiet wonder for the sessions. Soft lamplight, muted tones, and a sense of Silent Night are what I was thinking.

After the sessions, I wanted that “twinkly Christmas feeling,” so special editing on the Christmas tree, bags and lamps were applied. I think you can feel the magic in these photos!

These sessions were such a joy to photograph, and I love the cuddles and the laughter. It is so gratifying to see my clients share their storybook with their loved ones. Don’t miss this event next year!

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Cincinnati, Ohio Santa Sessions | Cincinnati Family Photographer

*2017 Edition*

I love being a Cincinnati Family Photographer. Once of the big reasons is because every year, I get to host tons of Cincinnati families in my Norwood studio for my annual Santa Sessions!  This year  my best year yet! So many cute kids dressed in their coordinating pajamas.

This year I went with a classic Christmas theme for the sets.  I used lots of dark reds and buffalo check patterns to coordinate with Santa’s dark red suit. Target’s Christmas line this year was on point for all my props!

Kids came dressed in their cutest Christmas dresses and holiday vests. Then changed into their Christmas jammies and had milk and custom cookies by Sugar & Icing Custom Cookie.

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Cincinnati Ohio Holiday Mini Sessions 2016 {Cincinnati,  Northern Kentucky, Oakley, and surrounding areas}

*** UPDATE 11/18/16***

My studio Christmas sessions have passed and were amazing! I am humbled that I have continued to get requests for Mini Sessions from those who missed the event. Because of the high demand for additional Christmas Mini sessions I have decided to open up a very limited day of Christmas mini sessions in my Norwood, Ohio studio on December 3rd. Holiday Mini Sessions are 20 minutes in length and include 15 edited images with additional images available for purchase.

Sign ups for these sessions are listed at the bottom of this post :).

In addition to our (SOLD OUT!) annual Santa Sessions, I am super excited to announce that I will be hosting Christmas Mini Sessions in Cincinnati this year!  This year I will have two amazing holiday theme set ups (one for the gals and one for the guys). The first will be a Snow Princess theme for the girly girls in your family. Lots of Sparkle, snowflakes, white lights,  fabulous gowns, gorgeous tiaras, and a hair and makeup artist on hand to truly transform your child into a beautiful snow princess! My second set up I am offering is a snow ball forest set up complete with snow for blowing and “snowballs” for throwing.

For family shots I will have two amazing set ups. The first set up will be with more of a rustic/vintage feel. Creams, gold, red and green, and beautifully designed custom made Christmas cookies! And the second will be a large queen size winter wonderland bed with lots of fluffy white pillows, blankets, and a beautiful headboard for those matching family jammie photos 🙂 Here is some of the awesomeness that came out of our sessions last Christmas, take a look for yourself!

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Sign up for your Cincinnati Ohio Holiday Mini Sessions!

Session will take place in Cincinnati, Ohio  at my Norwood, Ohio studio. Signup HERE to reserve your spot!

I had so much fun working with my families during our Santa Sessions this past holiday! I really enjoyed putting together all of the props and scenes and making everything feel Christmasy. The kids especially enjoyed the milk and cookies. And of course, Santa was as wonderful and jovial as ever.

I hope you enjoy them as much as I did photographing them 🙂

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Want to schedule a holiday-themed session with me for your family?

Get in touch and let’s plan something!

 
 

Miss C moved here with her family at the end of June from Georgia. I am so excited to have them part of the Cincinnati community. Miss C was such a doll during her session and totally rocked out her 6 month portraits! Every image is gorgeous, so be prepared Momma for a enormous gallery. There was just no narrowing them down. Martha, thanks for trusting me to capture such a fun milestone for your daughter! I can’t wait for you to see the full gallery<3

xo,
Heather
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Get excited holiday loving friends!!  I am now booking for our annual pictures with Santa. This year is going to be better than ever!  I have reserved the Hello Living Room building on Norwood Avenue for the entire day. This place is beautiful, come see for yourself by clicking HERE🙂 This means we are going to have tons of space for several amazing holiday set ups that include more than just pictures with Santa. This is the perfect time to not only skip the horrendous lines at the Town Center for Santa but to also get some pretty sweet holiday pictures with your family for holiday cards. I am encouraging families to come early to work on Christmas lists at our Christmas list creation station and if your child is like most, and is a little shy around Santa, this might allow them to warm up in their time. We will have plenty of drinks and snack to go around so come early, enjoy some holiday time with your family, take some awesome pictures, and indulge in some yummy holiday treats!

All the details are listed below 🙂 There are only 11 spots remaining, so secure your spot soon!

When
November 22, 2014
9-4
$250

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Holiday/Santa Sessions 2014 Include:

Welcome email with wardrobe advice 3 weeks prior to your session
30 minute studio session with up to 5 immediate family members
Up to 2 outfits (fancy & Christmas pj’s)
15 image private online gallery presented approximately 1 week after your session date
10 Full Resolution Digital files for printing and sharing available for immediate download
Online Card Ordering through Minted.com

Background/Photo Options will be as follows:

1.       Santa by the fireplace
2        Large Couch for family photos
3.       White bed with vintage Christmas books (perfect for holiday jammie photos)
4.       Chalkboard backdrop with colorful holiday lights
5.       Warm white holiday lights on a white rug or red chair

Props will include:
  • ·         Sled
  • ·         Ornaments
  • ·         Hot cocoa
  • ·         Candy canes
  • ·         Santa Hats
  • ·         Gifts
  • ·         Wood Crates
  • ·         Santa scroll
  • ·         Christmas trees

*We will also have a Christmas list creation station for the children to come and write their Christmas lists to be shared with Santa.

**Please note, we can shoot as many or few set ups as time permits.

Click HERE to book your session!

It’s that time of year again… It’s time to start thinking about holiday pictures with Santa!
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As always we have a real Santa coming to see us.  This is a great time for your children to go over their Christmas list with Santa, read a story, ask questions about reindeer, etc.

We will have a large couch set up for those who would like family pictures without Santa as well area for holiday photos of children without Santa. Families are welcome to come early and listen to Christmas tunes while enjoying hot chocolate, cookies & other goodies from the North Pole. We will have all the supplies available for kids to work on their Christmas list & pick up some magic reindeer food for Christmas Eve.

This is sure to be a magical day to remember!

The Details

30 Minute Portrait Sessions (with and without Santa)

November 22, 2014, 9:00-4:00

10 images of your choice delivered via private online gallery, with printing rights, delivered approximately 1 week after the shoot

Hello Living Room | 2368 Norwood Ave Cincinnati, OH 45212

$250

(50% deposit is due at the time of booking)

Space always goes fast. Make sure you have your appointment with Santa by clicking HERE!

I can’t wait to see you all there!

<3 Heather

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There really is nothing better than kids dressed up in their Christmas clothes. Seeing all the kids in their Christmas jammies and holiday dresses made me swoon! Here are a few images from our recent Santa sessions that are sure to put you in the holiday spirit!

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