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2023 Mini Sessions In Portland
It’s finally time to announce my 2023 mini-sessions in Portland! I have a ton of old favorites planned for this year, as well as some new ones that I’m really excited about! All of these mini sessions can be booked now, so don’t delay! The most popular ones (rose garden, holiday & fall sessions) will definitely sell out as it gets closer.
Here’s a quick overview of what is planned. Scroll further below to find more information about each one plus photos.
April 22 – Cherry Blossom Mini Sessions at Blue Lake Park
April 23 – Cherry Blossom Mini Sessions at Clark College
May 21 – Spring Flowers Mini Sessions at Columbia Park Annex
July 2 – Rose Garden Mini Sessions at Peninsula Park
August 6 – Camas Deer Creek Greenspace Mini Sessions
September 10 – Hoyt Arboretum Mini Sessions
October 7 – Mini Sessions at The Pumpkin Patch at Sauvie Island
October 28 – Fall Mini Sessions at Vancouver Lake
October 29 – Fall Mini Sessions at Laurelhurst Park
November 4 – Fall Mini Sessions at Vancouver Lake
November 5 – Holiday Mini Sessions with a Vintage Red Chevy Truck in Vancouver
November 10 – Christmas Tree Mini Sessions at Thorntons’ Treeland
November 11 – Holiday Mini Sessions with a Vintage Red Truck at Yesteryear Christmas Tree Farm
November 12 – Holiday Mini Sessions with a Vintage Wagoneer at Yesteryear Christmas Tree Farm
November 18 – Holiday Mini Sessions with a Vintage Red Truck at Yesteryear Christmas Tree Farm
November 19 – Christmas Tree Mini Sessions at Thorntons’ Treeland
December 2 – Holiday Mini Sessions with a Vintage Red Chevy Truck in Vancouver
December 9 – Winter Morning Mini Sessions at Laurelhurst Park
And don’t forget…
All Year Long – my Half-Hour Monday thru Thursday Portrait Sessions are only $65!
In May, October & November, my half-hour Mon-Thurs sessions are only $45 if you book Peninsula Park or Farragut Park as your location!
2023 Mini Sessions In Portland – Book Now
All mini sessions for 2023 include the following:
- 10 Minutes of photography time
- 10-day online proof gallery to review and select images
- Your choice of 1 full-sized, retouched digital image, with printing rights
Additional images can be purchased after the session (Prints start at $15, digital images are $40 each, and if you love them all, the full set of every photo I take is $250. I typically have 30-60 images to show from a 10-minute session.)
Unless otherwise noted, pets are more than welcome!
Sessions can include up to 5 people (kids and/or adults) OR 2 adults and up to 4 kids
Keep scrolling to see more details and photos for each upcoming mini-session.
Already know the drill? If you’d like to book now, click the link below!
Is 10 Minutes Enough Time?
In almost all cases… Yes! Typically within 10 minutes, I am able to get a variety of poses and groupings. I work very quickly and spontaneously and love capturing candid moments with movement. Within 10 minutes I normally have 30-60 final images to show. These would include a couple of options of the entire family, as well as the kids together, just the parents, kids with mom, kids with dad, and also each kid individually.
The only times I’ve ever had any problem with needing more than 10 minutes is if we have a very shy child who just wants to hide behind mom or dad, or if you have an otherwise outgoing toddler who might just be having an extra bad grumpy day. If you think this could be you, I would suggest my regular half-hour session, which gives us extra time to get the kid/s comfortable.
Cherry Blossom Mini Sessions at Blue Lake Park
When?
Saturday, April 22nd
Where?
Blue Lake Regional Park, Fairview, OR
Time?
5:30-8:00pm
What?
10 Minutes of photography time
10-day online proof gallery to review and select images
Your choice of 1 full-sized, retouched digital image, with printing rights
Cost?
$45
More Info?
Additional images can be purchased after the session
Unless otherwise noted, pets are more than welcome!
Sessions can include up to 5 people (kids and/or adults) OR 2 adults and up to 4 kids
Mini sessions are rain or shine!
________
Because of the limited nature of these events, there are no cancellations allowed, and no refunds after booking. If needed, sessions can be rescheduled to a different mini-session event with at least 7 days notice, or to a different time on the same day with at least 48 hours notice (subject to availability).
Cherry Blossom Mini Sessions at Clark College
When?
Sunday, April 23rd
Where?
Clark College, Vancouver, WA
Time?
5:45-7:45pm
What?
- 10 Minutes of photography time
- 10-day online proof gallery to review and select images
- Your choice of 1 full-sized, retouched digital image, with printing rights
Cost?
$45
More Info?
Additional images can be purchased after the session
Unless otherwise noted, pets are more than welcome!
Sessions can include up to 5 people (kids and/or adults) OR 2 adults and up to 4 kids
Mini sessions are rain or shine!
________
Because of the limited nature of these events, there are no cancellations allowed, and no refunds after booking. If needed, sessions can be rescheduled to a different mini-session event with at least 7 days notice, or to a different time on the same day with at least 48 hours notice (subject to availability).
Spring Flowers Mini Sessions
When?
Sunday, May 21st
Where?
Columbia Park Annex, Portland, OR
Time?
6:15-8:15pm
What?
- 10 Minutes of photography time
- 10-day online proof gallery to review and select images
- Your choice of 1 full-sized, retouched digital image, with printing rights
Cost?
$45
More Info?
Additional images can be purchased after the session
Unless otherwise noted, pets are more than welcome!
Sessions can include up to 5 people (kids and/or adults) OR 2 adults and up to 4 kids
Mini sessions are rain or shine!
________
Because of the limited nature of these events, there are no cancellations allowed, and no refunds after booking. If needed, sessions can be rescheduled to a different mini-session event with at least 7 days notice, or to a different time on the same day with at least 48 hours notice (subject to availability).
Rose Garden Mini Sessions
When?
Sunday, July 2nd
Where?
Peninsula Park Rose Garden, Portland, OR
Time?
6:45-8:45pm
What?
- 10 Minutes of photography time
- 10-day online proof gallery to review and select images
- Your choice of 1 full-sized, retouched digital image, with printing rights
Cost?
$45
More Info?
Additional images can be purchased after the session
Unless otherwise noted, pets are more than welcome!
Sessions can include up to 5 people (kids and/or adults) OR 2 adults and up to 4 kids
Mini sessions are rain or shine!
________
Because of the limited nature of these events, there are no cancellations allowed, and no refunds after booking. If needed, sessions can be rescheduled to a different mini-session event with at least 7 days notice, or to a different time on the same day with at least 48 hours notice (subject to availability).
Camas Deer Creek Greenspace Mini Sessions
When?
Sunday, August 6th
Where?
Deer Creek Greenspace, Camas, WA
Time?
6:00-7:45pm
What?
Cost?
$45
More Info?
Additional images can be purchased after the session
Unless otherwise noted, pets are more than welcome!
Sessions can include up to 5 people (kids and/or adults) OR 2 adults and up to 4 kids
Mini sessions are rain or shine!
________
Because of the limited nature of these events, there are no cancellations allowed, and no refunds after booking. If needed, sessions can be rescheduled to a different mini-session event with at least 7 days notice, or to a different time on the same day with at least 48 hours notice (subject to availability).
Hoyt Arboretum Mini Sessions
When?
Sunday, September 10th
Where?
Hoyt Arboretum
Time?
5:00-7:00pm
What?
Cost?
$45
More Info?
Additional images can be purchased after the session
Unless otherwise noted, pets are more than welcome!
Sessions can include up to 5 people (kids and/or adults) OR 2 adults and up to 4 kids
Mini sessions are rain or shine!
________
Because of the limited nature of these events, there are no cancellations allowed, and no refunds after booking. If needed, sessions can be rescheduled to a different mini-session event with at least 7 days notice, or to a different time on the same day with at least 48 hours notice (subject to availability).
Pumpkin Patch at Sauvie Island Mini Sessions
When, where, and time?
Saturday, October 7th
The Pumpkin Patch at Sauvie Island
4:00-6:00pm
What?
Cost?
$50
More Info?
Additional images can be purchased after the session
Unless otherwise noted, pets are more than welcome!
Sessions can include up to 5 people (kids and/or adults) OR 2 adults and up to 4 kids
Mini sessions are rain or shine!
________
Because of the limited nature of these events, there are no cancellations allowed, and no refunds after booking. If needed, sessions can be rescheduled to a different mini-session event with at least 7 days notice, or to a different time on the same day with at least 48 hours notice (subject to availability).
Fall Mini Sessions at Laurelhurst Park
When?
Friday, October 29th
Where?
Laurelhurst Park, Portland, OR
Time?
3:45-5:45pm
What?
Cost?
$45
More Info?
Additional images can be purchased after the session
Unless otherwise noted, pets are more than welcome!
Sessions can include up to 5 people (kids and/or adults) OR 2 adults and up to 4 kids
Mini sessions are rain or shine!
________
Because of the limited nature of these events, there are no cancellations allowed, and no refunds after booking. If needed, sessions can be rescheduled to a different mini-session event with at least 7 days notice, or to a different time on the same day with at least 48 hours notice (subject to availability).
Fall Mini Sessions at Vancouver Lake
When?
Saturday, October 28th 3:45-5:45pm
AND
Saturday November 4th – 9:00-11:00am AND 4:00-5:30pm
Where? Vancouver Lake Regional Park, Vancouver, WA
What?
Cost?
$45
More Info?
Additional images can be purchased after the session
Unless otherwise noted, pets are more than welcome!
Sessions can include up to 5 people (kids and/or adults) OR 2 adults and up to 4 kids
Mini sessions are rain or shine!
________
Because of the limited nature of these events, there are no cancellations allowed, and no refunds after booking. If needed, sessions can be rescheduled to a different mini-session event with at least 7 days notice, or to a different time on the same day with at least 48 hours notice (subject to availability).
Holiday Mini Sessions with the Vintage Ford Truck at Yesteryear Tree Farm
When?
Saturday, November 11th & Saturday, November 18th
Where?
Yesteryear Christmas Tree Farm in Wilsonville, OR
Time?
10:00am-4:00pm
What?
Cost?
$65
More Info?
Additional images can be purchased after the session
Unless otherwise noted, pets are more than welcome!
Sessions can include up to 5 people (kids and/or adults) OR 2 adults and up to 4 kids
Mini sessions are rain or shine!
________
Because of the limited nature of these events, there are no cancellations allowed, and no refunds after booking. If needed, sessions can be rescheduled to a different mini-session event with at least 7 days notice, or to a different time on the same day with at least 48 hours notice (subject to availability).
Holiday Mini Sessions with the Vintage Wagoneer from Yesteryear Tree Farm
When?
Sunday, November 12th
Where?
Private Residence Near Yesteryear Tree Farm Stand in Wilsonville, OR
Time?
10:00am-4:00pm
What?
Cost?
$65
More Info?
Additional images can be purchased after the session
Unless otherwise noted, pets are more than welcome!
Sessions can include up to 5 people (kids and/or adults) OR 2 adults and up to 4 kids
Mini sessions are rain or shine!
________
Because of the limited nature of these events, there are no cancellations allowed, and no refunds after booking. If needed, sessions can be rescheduled to a different mini-session event with at least 7 days notice, or to a different time on the same day with at least 48 hours notice (subject to availability).
Christmas Tree Mini Sessions at Thorntons’ Treeland in Vancouver
When?
Friday, November 10th & Sunday, November 19th
Where?
Thorntons’ Treeland, Vancouver, WA
Time?
2:15-4:30pm
What?
Cost?
$55
More Info?
Additional images can be purchased after the session
Unless otherwise noted, pets are more than welcome!
Sessions can include up to 5 people (kids and/or adults) OR 2 adults and up to 4 kids
Mini sessions are rain or shine!
________
Because of the limited nature of these events, there are no cancellations allowed, and no refunds after booking. If needed, sessions can be rescheduled to a different mini-session event with at least 7 days notice, or to a different time on the same day with at least 48 hours notice (subject to availability).
Holiday Mini Sessions in Vancouver with the Vintage Chevy Truck
When?
Sunday, November 5th & Saturday, December 2nd
Where?
Private residence in (East) Vancouver, WA
Time?
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
What?
10 Minutes of photography time
10-day online proof gallery to review and select images
Your choice of 1 full-sized, retouched digital image, with printing rights
Cost?
$55
More Info?
Additional images can be purchased after the session
Unless otherwise noted, pets are more than welcome!
Sessions can include up to 5 people (kids and/or adults) OR 2 adults and up to 4 kids
Mini sessions are rain or shine!
________
Because of the limited nature of these events, there are no cancellations allowed, and no refunds after booking. If needed, sessions can be rescheduled to a different mini-session event with at least 7 days notice, or to a different time on the same day with at least 48 hours notice (subject to availability).
Winter Morning Mini Sessions at Laurelhurst Park
When?
Saturday, December 9th
Where?
Laurelhurst Park, Portland, OR
Time?
10:00am-12:00pm
What?
Cost?
$45
More Info?
Additional images can be purchased after the session
Unless otherwise noted, pets are more than welcome!
Sessions can include up to 5 people (kids and/or adults) OR 2 adults and up to 4 kids
Mini sessions are rain or shine!
________
Because of the limited nature of these events, there are no cancellations allowed, and no refunds after booking. If needed, sessions can be rescheduled to a different mini-session event with at least 7 days notice, or to a different time on the same day with at least 48 hours notice (subject to availability).
