Luxury Christmas mini sessions in San Jose 2024

HOLIDAY PORTRAIT SESSION

HOLIDAY PORTRAIT SESSION

It’s that time of year again—time to book your professional Christmas headshot session!

At Door Into Summer Photo Studio, we’ve elevated our holiday offerings this season, providing a range of business headshot sessions, from formal corporate looks to relaxed, festive portraits. You’ll be amazed by the exceptional quality of our headshots, paired with beautifully festive holiday backdrops. If you're looking for unique, standout Christmas-themed professional photos, Door Into Summer Photo Studio is the place to be!

And did we mention our exclusive styling options? We offer wardrobe consultations, ensuring you look your best for your holiday business portraits, making your photos even more memorable and professional.

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL - $100 off if you book before October 1st!

October 26th, 27th, 28th & November 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th

Introducing our most popular holiday offering: Cream Ballroom Christmas and Red Joy - a top favorite this season! This elegant and sophisticated sets features a timeless cream color scheme with a festive, bright touch, making it perfect for your Christmas cards and holiday gifts.

Cream and red are the most requested colors for Christmas, and this luxurious sets will be the first to sell out once it's released to the public!

CREAM BALLROOM + RED JOy

November 16th, 17th, 23rd, 24th

This unique holiday theme blends cool, calming blues with rich emerald greens, creating an atmosphere of elegance and festivity. Perfect for those looking for a sophisticated yet cozy Christmas backdrop, these scenes are ideal for capturing magical holiday moments.

The Divine Dreamy Blue offers a soft, ethereal ambiance, while the Festive Emerald Mantel adds a touch of traditional holiday warmth with its luxurious green accents. Together, they create a truly breathtaking holiday setting, perfect for family portraits, Christmas cards, or simply celebrating the season in style.

Divine dreamy blue + Festive emerald mantel

Dec 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th

This beautiful set combines a classic cream backdrop with a lovely pink glow, creating a warm and festive atmosphere. The elegant cream provides a timeless look, while the pink adds a cheerful and fun touch.

Perfect for capturing your family’s holiday moments, this theme is ideal for Christmas cards and special keepsakes. Its charming blend of colors makes it a great choice for creating memorable, joyful photos that celebrate the season.

CREAM BALLROOM + PINK GLOW

Let’s make your Christmas really special

A family sitting around their radiant Christmas tree. Parents carefully unwrapping a package Santa delivered, discovering Wall art, Albums and Triplexes so perfect that they sit down and browse them, right there and then. Kids excitedly opening their gifts and letting out a quiet “wow” upon seeing their Accordion Minis. And all the Friends gasp at your Christmas cards.

Dress Up in Your Holiday Best

  • For Girls: Velvet, tulle, and sparkles

  • For Boys: Corduroy, suede, and bow ties

Or Dress Down for Cozy Family Moments

  • Look: Soft, neutral knits with pops of color

Our favorite retailers for finding these looks include Zara, H&M, JCrew, GAP, Carters, Joyfolie, Tutu Du Monde, Janie & Jack, Anthropologie, and Free People.

View our PINTEREST BOARD for more inspiration!

WARDROBE INSPIRATION

  • Simplicity: Opt for simple, timeless outfits. Avoid bold patterns or stripes.

  • Children’s Clothing: Ensure clothes fit snugly to avoid collars blocking the chin in different poses.

  • Color Palette: Choose colors that coordinate well. Creams and beiges with green and gold accents are a holiday favorite.

  • Festive Scheme: Maroon, cream, and gold create a festive yet classic look that’s perfect for year-round display.

  • Understated Elegance: Tan, cream, and pink offer a subtle, monochromatic style.

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FAQs

  • Our Christmas mini session package includes a 20-minute session, access to two gorgeous holiday setups, and a gallery of 3 professionally edited images to download. If you’re loving more, additional images are available for purchase. Plus, we offer an amazing client wardrobe and hair and makeup services upon request to make your session even more special!

  • Our Christmas mini sessions last around 20 minutes—just the perfect amount of time for you to enjoy the moment without feeling rushed! Plus, it’s enough time to capture TWO gorgeous setups that will leave you with stunning holiday memories. As the best photo studio in San Jose, we ensure every shot is magical

  • Our Christmas mini session package is all about making it magical and easy for you! You can bring your own outfits and get inspired by the awesome ideas we’ve shared, or take it up a notch and rent from our stunning couture wardrobe. Either way, you’ll look amazing in our festive setups! As the best photo studio in San Jose, we’re here to make every moment special.

  • Absolutely, we’ve got you covered with festive cheer! We offer a range of beautiful holiday cards that feature your stunning photos from the session. Just pick your favorite images, and we'll help you create the perfect cards to spread some holiday joy! As your go-to family photographer, we make sure your holiday greetings are truly memorable.

  • To ensure your holiday cards arrive right on time, we suggest booking your Christmas mini session between October and mid-November. This allows us to capture the perfect photos, design your cards, and get everything printed and delivered for a stress-free holiday season! As a leading San Jose maternity and newborn photographer, we’re here to make every moment count.

  • To showcase your family photos and keep those memories forever, wall art is truly the best way to go. Additionally, we offer a range of other beautiful products: elegant acrylic triplexes, charming mini accordion albums, stylish folio boxes, and of course, festive Christmas cards to spread the holiday cheer! As a top choice for family photography, we ensure your memories are beautifully preserved.

  • Absolutely! Our Christmas mini session photos make for stunning wall art. Whether you’re looking for a large, eye-catching piece or a set of smaller prints to create a festive gallery, we’ve got you covered. It’s a wonderful way to bring holiday spirit into your home and enjoy those beautiful moments all year round! As the best photo studio in San Jose, we’re here to make your photos shine.

  • For your Christmas mini session, think cozy and festive! You can go with classic holiday colors like red, green, and gold, or choose outfits that match the warm, cheerful vibe of our holiday setups. Feel free to bring a few outfit options to add variety to your photos. And remember, our amazing client wardrobe is also available if you’d like to borrow something special for the session! As your kids photographer, we’ll help everyone look their best.

  • You can include up to six family members in your Christmas mini session. If you have a larger group, we recommend booking two slots to ensure everyone gets their moment in the spotlight and the session goes smoothly. This way, we can capture all the festive fun without feeling rushed! As the best photo studio in San Jose, we’re dedicated to making every family moment special.

  • Absolutely, we love having pets join the fun! Feel free to bring your furry friends along, and if you’re up for it, dress them up like Santa for an extra dose of holiday cheer. We’re great with pets and can’t wait to include them in your festive photos! As your family photographer, we’re here to make every member of your family, including pets, look their best.