2026 Holiday Mini Sessions
It's That Time Again... Holiday Minis Are HERE!
This fall I'm celebrating 20 years of Fully Alive Photography!
To celebrate this milestone, we're adding even more locations, a brand-new luxury October studio set, and special 20th Anniversary pricing on our Classic Holiday Mini—making it the perfect opportunity for new families (or returning favorites!) to experience a Fully Alive session.
Whether you're looking for a quick holiday card update or a little more time for genuine connection and a larger gallery, there's a session designed just for you.
Which Holiday Mini Is Right For You?
Classic Holiday Mini
Perfect for families wanting beautiful updated portraits for holiday cards, gifts, and annual family photos.
✔ 15-Minute Guided Session
✔ Standard 14-Day Gallery Delivery
Signature Holiday Mini
Our most popular choice for families who want a more relaxed experience, extra posing variety, individual child portraits, and a significantly larger gallery.
✔ 25-Minute Guided Session
✔ Priority 7-Day Gallery Delivery
The extra 10 minutes makes a big difference! It gives us time for more natural interactions, individual portraits of the kids, additional family combinations, and those genuine in-between moments that often become favorites.
Every Holiday Mini Includes
- Professionally hand-edited final images
- Private online gallery
- 1 print release
- Access to our favorite professional print lab
Image count is estimated and depends on things like cooperation, blinking, and whether everyone look okay at the same time. lol.
Need help picking outfits?
Check out our What They Wore: Holiday Mini Edition for inspiration!
Can't make one of these dates or looking for another location?
Email hello@fullyalivephotography.com to inquire about a private holiday session. Private sessions begin at $850 for 30 minutes, with extended sessions also available.
Signature | Oct 17 @ Studio
25 Minutes | 25+ High-Resolution Images
A gorgeous, moody holiday experience set inside a luxury Phoenix studio featuring a rich palette of deep reds, evergreen tones, and elevated seasonal details.
YOUR SIGNATURE SESSION INCLUDES
- 25-Minute Photography Session
- 25+ High-Resolution Digital Images*
- Priority 7-Day Gallery Delivery
- Our Signature Editing Essentials
- Private Online Gallery
- Direct Access to Our Favorite Professional Print Lab
- Personal Print Release
THE STUDIO
- Private Luxury Studio in Phoenix
- Indoor + Climate Controlled
- Lobby + Restrooms Available
- Dog Friendly*
- Second-Floor Studio — Stair Access Only
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
Please arrive 10–15 minutes early and wait comfortably in the lobby so you're ready to begin right at your scheduled session time.
Dogs are welcome with a $50 studio pet fee.
Studio Address:
13802 N 32nd St, Unit 16
Phoenix, AZ 85032
Classic | Oct 17 @ Studio
15 Minutes | 15+ High-Resolution Images
A gorgeous, moody holiday experience set inside a luxury Phoenix studio featuring a rich palette of deep reds, evergreen tones, and elevated seasonal details.
YOUR CLASSIC SESSION INCLUDES
- 15-Minute Photography Session
- 15+ High-Resolution Digital Images*
- Standard 14-Day Gallery Delivery
- Our Signature Editing Essentials
- Private Online Gallery
- Direct Access to Our Favorite Professional Print Lab
- 1 Personal Print Release
THE STUDIO
- Private Luxury Studio in Phoenix
- Indoor + Climate Controlled
- Lobby + Restrooms Available
- Dog Friendly*
- Second-Floor Studio — Stair Access Only
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
Please arrive 10–15 minutes early and wait comfortably in the lobby so you're ready to begin right at your scheduled session time.
Dogs are welcome with a $50 studio pet fee.
Studio Address:
13802 N 32nd St, Unit 16
Phoenix, AZ 85032
Signature | Nov 7th @ TCC
A more relaxed modern holiday experience with extra time to explore the architecture, create more variety, and capture additional combinations and genuine moments. Choose from colorful glass, warm copper walls, bold geometric details, sunlit concrete, or the suspension bridge for a more marina-inspired feel.
YOUR SIGNATURE SESSION INCLUDES
- 25-Minute Photography Session
- 25+ High-Resolution Digital Images*
- Priority 7-Day Gallery Delivery
- Our Signature Editing Essentials
- Private Online Gallery
- Direct Access to Our Favorite Professional Print Lab
- Personal Print Release
THE LOCATION
Tempe Center for the Arts
700 W. Rio Salado Parkway
Tempe, Arizona 85281
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
Please arrive 15 minutes early so you have time to park, walk over, find us, and be ready to begin right at your scheduled session time.
Classic | Nov 7 @ TCC
A modern holiday experience featuring clean architecture, artistic textures, and editorial portraits. Choose from colorful glass, warm copper walls, bold geometric details, sunlit concrete, or the suspension bridge for a more marina-inspired feel.
YOUR CLASSIC SESSION INCLUDES
- 15-Minute Photography Session
- 15+ High-Resolution Digital Images*
- 14-Day Gallery Delivery
- Our Signature Editing Essentials
- Private Online Gallery
- Direct Access to Our Favorite Professional Print Lab
- Personal Print Release
THE LOCATION
Tempe Center for the Arts
700 W. Rio Salado Parkway
Tempe, Arizona 85281
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
Please arrive 15 minutes early so you are able to park, walk & find us and are ready to begin right at your scheduled session time.
Signature | Nov 22nd @ Desert
Embrace Arizona with one of our most-loved holiday locations! Towering saguaros, gorgeous desert textures, mountain views, and that warm Arizona evening glow make Coons Bluff a favorite year after year for families who want their holiday photos to feel unmistakably Arizona.
YOUR SIGNATURE SESSION INCLUDES
25-Minute Photography Session
25+ High-Resolution Digital Images*
Priority 7-Day Gallery Delivery
Our Signature Editing Essentials
Private Online Gallery
Direct Access to Our Favorite Professional Print Lab
Personal Print Release
THE LOCATION
Coons Bluff Recreation Area
Mesa, Arizona
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
Please arrive 15 minutes early so you have plenty of time to park, find us, and be ready to begin right at your scheduled session time.
IMPORTANT: There is little to no cell service at this location, so please screenshot or save these directions BEFORE you leave home!
We are NOT inside the gated Coons Bluff Recreation Area. We will meet at the dirt turnaround at the corner of Power Road & Coons Bluff Road, BEFORE the recreation area entrance gates. Look for us near the stop sign + tree.
If you enter the recreation area gates, you've gone too far!
This is true Arizona wilderness—beautiful, but full of cactus, thorns, uneven terrain, and the possibility of wildlife. Closed-toe shoes are recommended for walking to and from your session.
This location is not ideal for larger dogs because of the cactus and thorns. Small dogs that can be carried are welcome. It may also not be the best fit for very young children who love to run and explore unless you're comfortable keeping them close or carrying them when needed.
Classic | Nov 22nd @ Desert
Embrace Arizona with one of our most-loved holiday locations! Towering saguaros, gorgeous desert textures, mountain views, and that warm Arizona evening glow make Coons Bluff a favorite year after year for families who want their holiday photos to feel unmistakably Arizona.
YOUR CLASSIC SESSION INCLUDES
15-Minute Photography Session
15+ High-Resolution Digital Images*
14-Day Gallery Delivery
Our Signature Editing Essentials
Private Online Gallery
Direct Access to Our Favorite Professional Print Lab
Personal Print Release
THE LOCATION
Coons Bluff Recreation Area
Mesa, Arizona
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
Please arrive 15 minutes early so you have plenty of time to park, find us, and be ready to begin right at your scheduled session time.
IMPORTANT: There is little to no cell service at this location, so please screenshot or save these directions BEFORE you leave home!
We are NOT inside the gated Coons Bluff Recreation Area. We will meet at the dirt turnaround at the corner of Power Road & Coons Bluff Road, BEFORE the recreation area entrance gates. Look for us near the stop sign + tree.
If you enter the recreation area gates, you've gone too far!
This is true Arizona wilderness—beautiful, but full of cactus, thorns, uneven terrain, and the possibility of wildlife. Closed-toe shoes are recommended for walking to and from your session.
This location is not ideal for larger dogs because of the cactus and thorns. Small dogs that can be carried are welcome. It may also not be the best fit for very young children who love to run and explore unless you're comfortable keeping them close or carrying them when needed.
Signature + Mini | Nov 13th @ Agritopia Farms Orchard
A lush, garden-inspired holiday experience at Agritopia Farm featuring exclusive access to the beautiful orchard during our reserved time, plus vine-covered archways, garden pathways, greenery, and charming farm textures. A gorgeous choice for families who love natural, romantic, green Arizona settings.
YOUR SIGNATURE + SESSION INCLUDES
35-Minute Photography Session
35+ High-Resolution Digital Images*
14-Day Gallery Delivery
Our Signature Editing Essentials
Private Online Gallery
Direct Access to Our Favorite Professional Print Lab
Personal Print Release
Exclusive Orchard + Garden Access During Our Reserved Time
THE LOCATION
Agritopia Farm
3000 E. Ray Road
Gilbert, Arizona 85296
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
Please arrive 15 minutes early so you have plenty of time to park, find us, and be ready to begin right at your scheduled session time.
Agritopia is an active working farm. Our photography permit includes exclusive access to the orchard during our reserved time, along with access to designated garden and common areas.
Please respect all farm boundaries. Active growing fields, private areas, and any spaces marked No Trespassing or Staff Only are strictly off limits.
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