Family Sessions - Full or Mini | Choosing the Right Session for Your Family Memories
Wondering whether a full photography session or a mini session is the best fit for your family? At krisann photography, we’ve created this guide to help you decide — and to share why our fall mini sessions are one of the most popular choices of the year.
Full Family Sessions – Why Choose Them?
A full family session is perfect for families who want the most variety, flexibility, and time together in front of the camera. Lasting about an hour, full sessions allow us to move at a relaxed pace, explore different areas of your chosen location, and capture a wide range of photos.
With a full session, you’ll get:
More variety in backgrounds and poses
Plenty of time for kids to warm up and get comfortable
Flexibility for outfit changes or props
A larger, more diverse gallery
Full sessions are ideal for extended family sessions, for those who haven’t had professional photos in a while, want to mark a milestone (like a graduation or anniversary), or simply want to invest in a gallery that captures your family in every way possible.
Mini Sessions – Why Families Love Them
A mini session is short and sweet — usually around 20 minutes — and designed for families who want beautiful, professional photos without committing to a full hour. Minis are especially great for young kids (who sometimes run out of patience quickly!) or for families looking for quick updates for holiday cards.
With a mini session, you’ll enjoy:
A stress-free, quick experience that doesn’t drag on
Lower investment compared to a full session
Enough time for gorgeous portraits and candid moments
Perfect seasonal updates for your family photos
Which is Best for You?
Choose a full session if you want lots of variety, a more relaxed pace, or you’re celebrating a big milestone.
Choose a mini session if you want updated photos for the season, holiday cards, or just a short, sweet experience with plenty of heart.
Both options result in a full gallery of edited images you’ll treasure for years — it’s just a matter of how much time you want to spend in front of the camera.
Fall Mini Sessions Are Here!
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to book your family photos, fall mini sessions are it! For just $325, you’ll enjoy:
A 20-minute session
A full gallery of professionally edited images
Unlimited downloads
Gorgeous Southern California locations: Oak Glen, Yorba Regional Park, and Citrus State Park
These sessions are short, fun, and filled with autumn charm — and spots always book quickly. Don’t wait to grab your session before the season is over!
Final Thoughts
At krisann photography, we believe that every family deserves beautiful, authentic photos — whether through a full session or a mini. Both options are designed to capture love, connection, and the joy of being together. Whichever you choose, we’ll guide you every step of the way to make sure your experience is fun, relaxed, and memorable.
