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5 Creative Ways to Use Your Christmas Mini Session Photos
You’re getting 15 beautifully edited photos from your Christmas Mini Session in Oakville, and they’re way too good to stay on your phone.
So what should you actually do with them?
Spoiler: There’s a whole lot more you can do than just post one on Instagram (although we love that too 🎁).
Here are 5 of our favourite ways to use your holiday mini session images this season—especially if you’re a parent, gift-giver, or memory-keeper.
Behind the Scenes – How We Create the Magic in Our Oakville Christmas Mini Sessions
What does it take to create the perfect 25-minute Christmas photo session?
A cozy studio. Carefully curated decor. Calming energy (even with toddlers). And, of course—just the right amount of sparkle.
One Family’s Christmas Mini Session That Turned Into a Holiday Tradition
Last November, a young family stepped into our Oakville studio for their very first Christmas Mini Session. Mom, Dad, and their two son were hoping to get just one good photo for their holiday card.
What they walked away with?
A full gallery of joyful, intimate images… and the beginning of a new holiday tradition.
A 25-Minute Fall Mini Session That Captured the Sweetest Season of Parenthood
Last fall, a young couple booked one of our Fall Mini Sessions hoping to capture their little boy’s big milestone—his very first autumn. With just 25 minutes, a cozy blanket, and the stunning backdrop of Paletta Mansion in Burlington, they walked away with more than just photos—they captured a moment in time they’ll never forget.
The Ultimate Guide to Christmas Mini Sessions in Oakville & Burlington
If you’ve ever thought, “We should really get a holiday photo this year…” but never quite got around to it—this blog is for you.
At Durante Photography, our Christmas Mini Sessions are designed for busy families, festive couples, and holiday lovers who want beautiful, professional photos—without the time or stress of a full session.
Fall Mini Sessions in Oakville & Burlington: Why Families Come Back Year After Year
Fall Mini Sessions are short and sweet photo shoots designed to capture your family in the most magical season of the year. With vibrant foliage, golden light, and cozy outfits, fall makes the perfect backdrop for warm, authentic photos you’ll cherish forever.
